Asia's Largest Technology Firm Opens Office in Buffalo; Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton Bridges SUNY-Buffalo and TCS; Government And Business Leaders Gather at Dedication Ceremony.

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

BUFFALO, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 10, 2003

TATA Consultancy Services (TCS), Asia's largest information technology firm and America's second fastest-growing IT consultancy, today announced that it has opened its newest North American office in Buffalo, New York.

The deal was the brainchild of Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-NY), who is dedicated to bringing new businesses to the state of New York, and was facilitated by the Confederation of Indian Industry, India's premier business association.

"When I learned of TATA Consultancy Services' intentions to expand its company, I thought immediately of Buffalo and dedicated myself to showing the company all that the region had to offer," Senator Clinton said. "TCS could have located anywhere in the country. I am proud but not surprised that they chose Buffalo."

TCS currently operates two other offices in the state of New York - both in New York City - serving technology needs for several Wall Street companies.

The new Buffalo office (1812 Liberty Building, 420 Main Street, Buffalo, NY) signifies the company's dedicated focus on the technology needs of the city and state government. The new office will provide existing and potential customers with TCS' high-quality technology consulting services as well as engage in innovative research and development.