Mphasis seals £35.4 million deal to bolster Social Security Scotland partnership

The contract extension strengthens Mphasis’ presence in the public-sector technology services market in Europe, while deepening its role in supporting large-scale digital platforms that underpin essential citizen services.

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Prelims-testable facts

01Mphasis has extended its contract with Social Security Scotland for approximately £35.4 million.
02The contract extension involves managing and maintaining Social Security Scotland's benefits management platform.
03The platform underpins essential citizen services for approximately 2 million citizens across Scotland.
04Mphasis has strengthened its presence in the public-sector technology services market in Europe through this contract extension.
05The contract is valued at approximately £35.4 million.
06The agreement ensures continuity of services for approximately 2 million citizens across Scotland.

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Most people think Mphasis is a new company, but actually it has been involved in public-sector technology services for some time.
Most people think the contract extension is a one-time deal, but actually it is a recurring contract with an estimated value of £35.4 million.

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The UK government has been investing heavily in digital transformation of public services, with initiatives such as the 'Government Transformation Strategy' aiming to improve citizen experience and reduce costs.

Prelims Practice MCQs

Single facteasy

What is the worth of the contract extension between Mphasis and Social Security Scotland?

A.£35.4 billion
B.£35.4 million
C.£3.4 billion
D.£3.4 million

The contract extension is worth £35.4 million, strengthening Mphasis' presence in the public-sector technology services market in Europe.

Multiple statementsmedium

Consider the following statements regarding Mphasis' presence in the public-sector technology services market in Europe: 1. Mphasis has a significant presence in the public-sector technology services market in Europe. 2. Mphasis' contract with Social Security Scotland is worth £35.4 million. 3. Mphasis is a leading provider of public-sector technology services in Europe, with a strong presence in the UK. How many of the above statements are correct?

A.Only one
B.Only two
C.All three
D.None

The fact list supports the first statement because Mphasis has extended its contract with Social Security Scotland, strengthening its presence in the public-sector technology services market in Europe. The second statement is true because the contract extension is worth £35.4 million. The third statement is false because the fact list does not provide information about Mphasis being a leading provider of public-sector technology services in Europe, with a strong presence in the UK.

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