News
US Technology acquires QA Labs, a leading IT Services Provider based in Canada
Expands Solutions Expertise & Global Footprint
Aliso Viejo, California, July 11, 2006 – US Technology Resources Inc (USTRI), a leading provider of IT Services & Business Process Outsourcing Solutions to Fortune 500 clients, today announced its acquisition of QA Labs Inc (QAL), the largest independent software testing and quality assurance provider in Canada. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Founded in 1999, and based out of Vancouver, Canada – QA Labs has built up an enviable reputation of serving marquee clients in Telecom & Wireless, Life Sciences & Healthcare, Insurance & Financial Services, Media & Games and Packaged Software. The firm designed its services to assist clients to build its own testing infrastructure, create test strategies, design test cases, custom test automation and development, and test execution. In May 2006, QA Labs was recognized among the Global Outsourcing 100 by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals.
QA Labs will expand US Technology’s “World Class” Quality Assurance and Test services to Fortune 500 clients. Through this acquisition, USTRI also expands it global footprint and ability to offer its comprehensive range of IT services through an Integrated Global Delivery Model which includes Onsite, Onshore, Nearshore & Offshore locations to its marquee clients. USTRI’s Global Development Centers include (but not restricted to) multiple cities in US, Canada, India & Malaysia.
“The acquisition of QA Labs is a direct response to our clients who seek dedicated Quality Assurance and Test Services as provided by an industry leader” says Dan Gupta, Chairman and CEO of US Technology. “Furthermore, this addition provides USTRI with the nucleus upon which to enhance our portfolio of core competencies in the rapidly growing Quality and Test field as we expand our North American footprint.”
“The acquisition of QA Labs is a part of our strategy to meet the increasingly specialized needs of our global client base through acquisition and robust organic growth,” says Sajan Pillai, President and Chief Operating Officer of USTRI. “This acquisition demonstrates our commitment to product quality and rapid and strategic growth, as we provide a stimulating and challenging environment for our talented team of IT professionals from both QA Labs and US Technology”.
“QA Labs is delighted to join the US Technology team” says Wolfgang Strigel, Founder and President of QA Labs. “The obvious synergies between our firms are compelling, and the clear winners in this agreement are our collective clients and dedicated employees.”
About US Technology Resources Inc:
US Technology Resources Inc (USTRI) is part of The Comcraft Group, a USD 5.5 Billion Global Conglomerate with presence in over 45 countries.
USTRI is a leading provider of end-to-end IT services and BPO solutions for Fortune 500 companies. The firm leverages a proven "hybrid" global sourcing and delivery model to provide IT and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) services through its global state-of-the-art facilities. With a strong focus on corporate values and work culture, US Technology employs over 3,500 employees globally who are committed to long-term strategic partnerships and providing value and flexibility "Beyond the Contract" to its customers.
USTRI serves marquee clients in Financial Services, Healthcare, Retail & Distribution, Manufacturing/Automotive, Transportation & Logistics, Media & Entertainment and Energy verticals.
USTRI is assessed by KPMG as an SEI-CMMi Level 5and PCMM Level 5 company globally. In addition, USTRI has utilized Six Sigma practices in developing its customer-facing processes. US Technology is also a BS 7799 and ISO 17799 certified company.
US Technology has its corporate headquarters in Aliso Viejo, CA and serves its client from multiple locations in North America, Western Europe, South Asia & APAC regions.
For more information on US Technology, kindly visit www.ustri.com
US Technology Press Contact:
Isabelle Cole (isabelle.cole@ustri.com / 603 373-8129)
