Kyndryl, the world’s largest IT infrastructure services provider, has announced a strategic partnership with The Co-operative Bank to migrate the bank’s existing applications from on-premise environments to AWS Cloud. This initiative aims to provide a flexible IT infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency and service delivery while reducing ongoing costs.
The partnership builds on a long-standing relationship between Kyndryl and The Co-operative Bank. The transition to AWS Cloud marks a significant milestone in the bank’s digital transformation journey, positioning it to meet evolving market demands and drive innovation.
Mike Errington, CIO of The Co-operative Bank, emphasized the importance of this shift, stating, “We are committed to providing the best possible service to our customers, and our decision to migrate to AWS Cloud reflects that commitment. This cloud transition will not only drive innovation in our IT strategy but also serve as a foundation for developing new capabilities and services that align with our key business objectives.”
Kyndryl’s expertise as an AWS Premier Tier Services and Consulting Partner played a critical role in the collaboration. The migration will utilize Kyndryl’s hybrid cloud solutions, including zCloud managed mainframe services and Kyndryl Consult for advisory and advanced technology integration.
John Chambers, President of Kyndryl UK and Ireland, added, “We are proud to extend our partnership with The Co-operative Bank and play a pivotal role in its digital transformation journey. With decades of experience managing mission-critical IT systems for global financial institutions, Kyndryl is well-positioned to deliver security-rich and resilient infrastructure that supports The Co-operative Bank’s strategic ambitions and move to AWS Cloud.”
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The banking industry faces increasing customer expectations for innovative, cost-effective, and scalable solutions. This collaboration positions The Co-operative Bank to adapt swiftly to market dynamics while offering enhanced services to its customers.
Through this partnership, Kyndryl continues to solidify its role as a leader in enabling digital transformation for financial institutions globally.
