MILANO (ITALPRESS) – UniCredit, Accenture and IBM have announced a long-term strategic collaboration that sets the technological bases to support the growth of UniCredit in the thirteen European markets in which the Group operates. Companies will collaborate on the design of a new operational model for banking technology, which will allow UniCredit to have greater control over the evolution of its technologies, while combining the resilience of mission-critical systems with the flexibility of modern digital platforms, promoting continuous innovation. The agreement is the start of a multiannual programme aimed at strengthening the core systems and the operational model of the bank. “Technology is an enabling strategic factor for UniCredit’s growth and transformation. Our partnership with Accenture and IBM marks an important stage in building our next generation banking platform, combining the resilience our customers expect with the agility needed to innovate faster and scale artificial intelligence responsibly within the Group,” said Ali Khan, group digital and information officer of UniCredit.
“Together we are creating the technological foundations that will strengthen our competitiveness, sustain sustainable growth and generate lasting value for customers, colleagues and shareholders,” he added. “This partnership shows how technology can become a strategic engine of growth. Together with UniCredit, we aim to accelerate the adoption of cloud, data and artificial intelligence to unlock new value sources and generate greater benefits for customers, people and communities,” said Mauro Macchi, chief executive officer of Accenture Emea. “Our strengthened collaboration with UniCredit, which includes both our technological and consulting skills, reflects a shared commitment to innovation and transformation. Combining modern infrastructure and innovation skills, in line with UniCredit’s strategy for hybrid cloud and artificial intelligence, we contribute to creating a technological base that can support UniCredit’s long-term growth while offering better use experiences to its customers,” said Ana Paula Assis, senior vice president and chair Ibm Emea and Apac.
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