The new unit develops software solutions initially
for Brazil only, but the intention is that when we
get the product localized and the integration done
for Brazil, we will then adapt it for other countries
in Latin America. We are very much approaching
the Brazilian experience as our ‘beach front’ to
really enter the rest of the Latin America market
with our enterprise solution, because that is one of
our key projects for the region. We are expanding
our portfolio, so we can grow with our customers’
needs,” explains Mr. Mendoza.
“
The acquisition of WPD will further accelerate
Agfa’s IT business in Brazil,” says Mr. Thijs, adding:
“
It will allow us to realize a faster go-to-market for
our leading clinical information system ORBIS in the
country. It is important to broaden our footprint in
Latin America. Whereas, on this continent, we were
so far focused on solutions for radiology - market
leader in Picture Archiving & Communication
Systems and Radiology Information Systems, as
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