ACS Acquires Systech Integrators, Inc.; Enhances SAP Capabilities

DALLAS and BANGALORE, India, Oct. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Affiliated Computer Services, Inc. (NYSE: ACS - News), a premier provider of business process outsourcing and information technology solutions, announced today that it has acquired Systech Integrators, Inc., an information technology (IT) solutions company offering an array of SAP services.

ACS will leverage this acquisition to increase its stronghold as a leading provider of SAP-based solutions, and solidify its market position with FORTUNE 1000 and mid-market companies. Systech's services include SAP consulting services, systems integration, and custom application development and maintenance. ACS will also leverage Systech's SAP footprint to further enhance its BPO offerings and offshore-based consulting services specific to SAP solutions.

"The acquisition of Systech furthers ACS' ability to offer cost-effective, end-to-end IT outsourcing to the rapidly expanding mid-market," said Ann Vezina, Group President of ACS Commercial Solutions. "By augmenting our existing SAP solutions with advanced systems integration, strategic consulting, onshore & offshore custom application development, and robust hosting capabilities, we will enhance our position as a comprehensive provider of SAP services across numerous markets."

Vezina also cited Systech's strong relationship with SAP as a deciding factor in the acquisition. Systech has long been a premier partner of SAP America, and is one of the few U.S. IT services firms focusing exclusively on SAP services. ACS will build on Systech's success in shaping what is considered SAP's most responsive and resourceful consulting alliance.

"Systech Integrators has been an outstanding partner of SAP America. Together, we have helped many mid-market customers achieve increased efficiency and business value," said Greg Tomb, SAP Executive Vice President Field Services - Americas. "The combined strengths of Systech and ACS create an attractive alternative for end-to-end system integration services in the market."

"ACS is committed to expanding the market for SAP services. Systech's services, clients, and affiliation with SAP have created a solid foundation for ACS to offer a full spectrum of SAP solutions that will generate ongoing opportunities with existing customers and success in new markets," said Gary Gauba and Sam Tyagi, Co-CEOs of Systech Integrators. "The addition of our client base and employees will help ACS build upon its already growing reputation in SAP, and broaden its overall capabilities as a pioneer in IT outsourcing."

Systech Integrators, Inc. is a global IT solutions and services company that offers SAP solutions in ERP, CRM, BI, SCM, SEM, SRM and Enterprise Portals, among others, with an emphasis on NetWeaver and emerging technologies. Systech has offices across the U.S. and development centers in San Jose and India, and is a Premier Services, Offshore and Channel Partner for SAP Americas.

ACS, a global FORTUNE 500 company with more than 55,000 people supporting client operations reaching nearly 100 countries, provides business process outsourcing and information technology solutions to world-class commercial and government clients. The Company's Class A common stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "ACS". ACS makes technology work. Visit ACS on the Internet at www.acs-inc.com.

The statements in this news release that do not directly relate to historical facts constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, many of which are outside the Company's control. As such, no assurance can be given that the actual events and results will not be materially different than the anticipated results described in the forward-looking statements. Factors could cause actual results to differ materially from such forward-looking statements. For a description of these factors, see the Company's prior filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our most recent filing. ACS disclaims any intention or obligation to revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future event, or otherwise.