Satyam, Microsoft form alliance

MUMBAI: Satyam Computer Services Ltd. has formed a strategic alliance with

Microsoft Corporation to provide Web and enterprise integration application

deployment solutions to US public sector customers.

Satyam said the agreement is initially with Microsoft Federal Consulting

Services to provide solutions using Windows DNA 2000 technology. Windows DNA

2000 is Microsoft's platform for rapidly building and deployment of

next-generation e-commerce, line-of-business and Web solutions that integrate

with customers, partners and existing applications.

Satyam Computer shares ended higher at Rs 331.95 on the Bombay exchange on

Wednesday. Microsoft shares were trading at $68/13, down 0/13 over the previous

close in early deals on the Nasdaq on Wednesday.

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