Optus signs ICT services deal with QBE

news Optus Business has inked a new three-year ICT services deal with QBE Australia to deliver voice, mobile and data network services for the insurance multinational.

The new agreement will see the telco support voice and data services connecting over 4000 QBE end users at 42 locations across Australia via the Optus network.

“We’re delighted with the new three-year partnership between QBE Australia and Optus, and look forward to supporting QBE with a range of ICT services to support their business growth, speed to market and superior customer service,” said John Paitaridis, Managing Director at Optus Business.

Pointing to Optus’ “strong track record” in providing ICT and mobile services to enterprise and government organisations, Paitaridis said the new contract with QBE is “testament to the depth of our experience and capability”.

“Our goal is to work closely with our enterprise customers to create shared value and market advantage,” he said.

Tony Forward, Chief Information Officer for QBE Australia, said his firm is committed to a “continued focus on innovation” in the insurance services market in Australia.

“The strategic partnership with Optus will support QBE’s strategy to offer more personalised and compelling customer experiences,” he said.