Maryland's Anne Arundel County public school system advances data-driven tools and insights with CGI Advantage® upgrade

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CGI has been awarded a contract by Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) in Maryland to upgrade their enterprise resource planning (ERP) system with the latest version of CGI Advantage®. This upgrade will transition the school system's on-premise ERP to a cloud-based solution, offering efficient financial operations, automated budget processes, streamlined human resource management, and simplified vendor engagement.

The implementation of CGI Advantage will support AACPS in achieving goals outlined in their Blueprint for Maryland's Future, including strengthening governance and accountability through data-driven tools and reducing technical debt. For AACPS, which employs over 6,000 staff, the new system will provide flexible, secure, SaaS-enabled technology with a mobile-first design and intuitive user experience.

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• Contract awarded to upgrade AACPS's ERP system with CGI Advantage®
• Transition from on-premise to cloud-based solution
• Implementation supports AACPS's Blueprint for Maryland's Future goals
• CGI Advantage offers mobile-first design and intuitive user experience
• Potential for improved operational efficiencies and resource optimization

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Adoption of new technologies will optimize government resources while improving user experience

FAIRFAX, Va., Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CGI (NYSE: GIB) (TSX: GIB.A), one of the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world, today announced the award of a contract by Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) in Maryland. The school's enterprise resource planning (ERP) system will be updated with the latest version of CGI Advantage^®, a proven solution that delivers efficient financial operations, automates budget processes, streamlines human resource management, and simplifies vendor engagement. CGI will extend a decades-long collaboration with the school system to transition an on-premise ERP system to the cloud.

"CGI's consultants and experts continue to serve as trusted advisors as we undertake this ongoing journey to realize our vision for the role of technology in the service of the county's educators, students and communities," said AACPS CIO Mike Borkoski. "CGI technology will also continue to play an instrumental role in helping us reach the goals outlined in our Blueprint for Maryland's Future, which includes a commitment to strengthen governance and accountability through data-driven tools and insights and reduce technical debt by limiting infrastructure maintenance and staying current with software and security updates."

For AACPS, a school system with more than 6,000 employees, CGI Advantage will facilitate resource planning and management through flexible, secure, SaaS-enabled technology. With a mobile-first design and simplified and intuitive user experience, CGI Advantage has been implemented more than 500 times by public sector organizations nationwide, resulting in reduced risk and streamlined operations for state and local governments and school districts.

"With CGI Advantage, AACPS will benefit from a roadmap of integrations and improved workflows, configurations folded into the modernization effort, and enhanced human resource reporting and onboarding," said Surabhi Subramanyam, Senior Vice-President, State & Local Government Solutions, CGI. "At the same time, we will deploy solutions that improve the user experience, increase operational efficiencies, and allow access to continuous product updates avoiding repeated costly technology investments."

Across the country, CGI technology is deployed by organizations like AACPS to optimize limited government resources that are facing personnel shortages and a wave of retirements. By automating financial, human capital and budgeting operations, government entities that modernize ERP systems often see measurable improvements in operational effectiveness, allowing them to focus their workforces on high-value, strategic activities.

About CGI Advantage
CGI Advantage is a unified ERP platform featuring a powerful combination of modern technology and built-for-government solutions. This secure, intuitive platform organically meets state and local government requirements and streamlines financial management, human resources, performance budgeting, procurement, and business intelligence operations. A proven solution, CGI Advantage is based on more than 46 years of public sector expertise and is supported by an active client community that values innovation and access to CGI's global network of experts. Learn more at cgi.com/advantage.

About CGI
Founded in 1976, CGI is among the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world. With 90,000 consultants and professionals across the globe, CGI delivers an end-to-end portfolio of capabilities, from strategic IT and business consulting to systems integration, managed IT and business process services and intellectual property solutions. CGI works with clients through a local relationship model complemented by a global delivery network that helps clients digitally transform their organizations and accelerate results. CGI Fiscal 2023 reported revenue is CA$14.30 billion and CGI shares are listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and the NYSE (GIB). Learn more at cgi.com.

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SOURCE CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.

FAQ

What is the purpose of AACPS upgrading to CGI Advantage® (GIB)?

AACPS is upgrading to CGI Advantage® to improve financial operations, automate budget processes, streamline human resource management, and simplify vendor engagement. This upgrade aims to optimize government resources and improve user experience.

How will the CGI Advantage® upgrade benefit Anne Arundel County Public Schools?

The upgrade will provide AACPS with data-driven tools and insights, reduce technical debt, limit infrastructure maintenance, and keep software and security updates current. It will also offer a mobile-first design and intuitive user experience, potentially improving operational efficiencies.

What is the scope of CGI's (GIB) contract with Anne Arundel County Public Schools?

CGI's contract involves upgrading AACPS's enterprise resource planning (ERP) system with the latest version of CGI Advantage®, transitioning from an on-premise system to a cloud-based solution, and extending their long-standing collaboration with the school system.

How many employees will be affected by the CGI Advantage® implementation at AACPS?

The CGI Advantage® implementation will affect more than 6,000 employees at Anne Arundel County Public Schools, facilitating resource planning and management through flexible, secure, SaaS-enabled technology.