MphasiS, a leading IT services provider launched its Global Delivery Center in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The center was formally inaugurated by Mr. Basil Rajapaksa, Hon. Minister of Economic Development, Government of Sri Lanka and Ganesh Ayyar, CEO MphasiS.

MphasiS had announced its intent to set up a centre in Colombo end of last year and has since been working on hiring local talent as well as setting up infrastructure to embark on its full fledged global delivery operation. The Company, plans to hire over 2000 people in the next 3 years in Sri Lanka. The MphasiS Global Delivery Center in Orion City, Dr. Danister De Silva Mawatha, Colombo 9 will join MphasiS’ network of Delivery centers providing Applications, BPO and ITO services to clients world-wide.

With over 38,000 employees, MphasiS, has presence across America, Europe, Australia, Asia Pacific, Japan and India. Employees at the Sri Lanka center will be part of MphasiS Global Talent Pool and groomed as a part of MphasiS Talent Development Program.

“This is an important day for us. The launch of MphasiS will boost the local Sri Lankan economy and encourage business growth. Companies like MphasiS are providing a platform for our youth to showcase their talent and capability. This will go a long way in enabling Sri Lanka carve out a strategic place on the global business map”. said Mr. Basil Rajapaksa, Hon. Minister of Economic Development, Government of Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka’s vibrant talent pool is of strategic interest to us and we hope to expand our footprint here. Our focus in Sri Lanka is holistic. Our aim is to develop the larger ecosystem and be a responsible corporate citizen. We want to build deeper roots into the talent supply chain in Sri Lanka, partnering with academia, industry bodies and the government.” said Ganesh Ayyar, CEO MphasiS. “Our launch is a testimony to our well laid out plans and are working closely with the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka to play a pivotal role in redefining the IT landscape in the country.” He added