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Wednesday, 9 January 2008

IBM announced that Suryo Suwignjo has been named President Director of IBM Indonesia. Suryo is succeeding Betti Alisjahbana who will be assuming a key role in driving business transformation in line with IBM’s strategy for ASEAN, with immediate effect.

“As we enter the next phase of IBM’s growth in Indonesia, under Suryo Suwignjo’s leadership, the team will strengthen its focus on delivering innovative client value to generate both immediate results and future growth opportunities,” said Ong Hoon Meng, General Manager, IBM ASEAN.

“The team will build on the strong relationships developed under Betti’s leadership with the extended ecosystem, to partner clients and the local community in Indonesia as they progress on their journeys of innovation.”

Hoon Meng added that they will continue to draw on Betti’s knowledge of emerging growth markets and her keen understanding of client needs and industry trends to further our growth plans across ASEAN.

Suryo Suwignjo will oversee IBM Indonesia’s operating units, including its sales and distribution and services businesses. He will be responsible for accelerating the team’s efforts in integrating IBM’s portfolio to help clients across industries become more efficient and competitive through the strategic use of IT.

“We have a tremendous opportunity before us – a vibrant marketplace of businesses and organisations growing both locally and globally, a strong leadership team with a proven track record and the industry’s most complete and innovative portfolio of technology and capabilities,” said Suryo Suwignjo, President Director, IBM Indonesia.

Suryo Suwignjo joined IBM in 1990. Prior to today’s announcement, he led Industry Systems, Systems & Technology Group, IBM ASEAN. Among other leadership positions, he has also served as Country Manager, Systems & Technology Group and Business Partners, IBM Indonesia from 2001 to 2006.