Siemens PLM Software, a business unit of Siemens Industry Automation Division, and consulting and IT services provider Satyam Computer Services, have announced a global consulting and systems integrator alliance to provide optimised PLM software and services to help customers enhance efficiency and top-line growth.

"This alliance with Satyam, a leading PLM service provider, will enhance the ability of both organisations to deliver outstanding PLM products and services to customers in critical industries," says John Graham, executive vice president, Global Sales and Services, Siemens PLM Software. "It will also enhance our focus on non-traditional verticals and geographies and bring the benefit of PLM to these customers."

The companies will use Siemens PLM Software's PLM technology to create focused solutions for the chemical, oil and gas, and industrial machinery industries. Collaborating on aligned sales, marketing, and delivery strategies will enable the companies to more efficiently bring PLM solutions to their global customer base including those in the focus industries.

"Siemens PLM Software's renowned PLM technology, combined with our multi-industry expertise, will enable us to further evolve the PLM industry," says Joseph Lagioia, director, senior vice president, and global head for Consulting and Enterprise Solutions at Satyam. "As partners, we will deliver solutions to a much larger, more diverse market and create real value for our clients. It also reaffirms our commitment to providing clients with the widest range of services, through the most advanced global delivery models."