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27 May 2008 07:10



27th May 2008

Anglo Irish Bank selects Software Quality Systems to supply testing services.

Anglo Irish Bank, Ireland's third largest bank, has selected SQS Software Quality Systems as their testing partner to provide a range of testing services over a 12 month period.

SQS will provide a team of professional testing Services, to assist Anglo Irish Bank in the implementation of a number of key technology projects that will deliver market-edge banking solutions.

Over the past number of years, SQS has continuously assisted Anglo Irish Bank on a number of successful banking software projects.

Fergal O'Riordan, Head of QA, Anglo Irish Bank said, "As one of the most successful banks in Europe, we need to ensure the continued high quality of all our Business Solutions to support the banks continued successful business performance and growth. SQS offers innovative project Quality Assurance approaches together with experienced professional testing consultants that assist us in implementing business critical projects."

David Cotterell, CEO of SQS UK & Ireland said: "Clearly we're delighted that Anglo Irish Bank selected SQS, placing high weighting on the value of independent Software Testing and the SQS range of Quality Assurance services. 

About SQS

SQS is the largest independent software testing and quality management consultancy in Europe, with a world-class track record in testing and test strategies. Through our principal offices in Dublin, Belfast, Woking, London, Birmingham, Dublin and Durban(SA), SQS implements on-shore and off-shore testing of mission-critical systems to minimise risk, cost and time and has delivered these services to organisations such as Deutsche Bank, Vodafone, GlaxoSmithKline and Egg.

 Phil Codd has recently joined SQS Ireland as Managing Director .Phil has over 25 years experience in the IT industry, which has been dominated by sales into Financial Services, Commercial and Government Sectors in Ireland. Phil has held senior roles for the Irish operations of major multinational software companies in the last 10 years including MD of SAP, Sales Director with Oracle and Country Manager of Siebel.

About Anglo Irish Bank

Anglo Irish Bank is a relationship based business bank operating in three core areas - Business Lending, Treasury and Wealth Management. 

Not a universal bank, Anglo Irish Bank has a focus on providing differentiated products where a superior service can be delivered to its customers. The Bank operates a centralised business model which facilitates quick decision making, consistent risk management and effective delivery for its customers.

A key element in the Bank's development to date is the skill, professionalism and commitment of its people. Now numbering almost 1,900 they remain central to the Bank's continued success across its offices in Ireland, the UK, USA, Austria and Jersey.

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