Capgemini Opens Digital Innovation Lab in Melbourne

Outsourcing specialist Capgemini has opened a digital innovation lab in Melbourne, Australia, where it will focus on developing innovations in social media, mobile, analytics, and cloud-based (SMAC) technologies.

With a presence in 40 countries, Capgemini employs around 110,000 people worldwide, and offers an array of integrated services that combine technology with sector expertise. Its new multi-million dollar 'SMAC Lab' is located in the company's Global Development Centre in Melbourne, from where it will provide businesses with an interactive, physical and virtual workplace from which to co-create. The lab will also tap into work being carried out at Capgemini's 30+ innovation labs around the world, to help clients develop new digital tools and solutions.

Deepak Nangia (pictured), CEO Capgemini Australia and New Zealand, comments: 'SMAC technologies is revolutionising the way businesses invest and interact today. The SMAC Lab offers an exciting opportunity for our clients to leverage the best from Capgemini's global and local talent pool and our ecosystem of partners, universities and start-ups to co-create and to innovate for growth.'

Web site: www.capgemini.com .