The States of Guernsey sign agreement with Agilisys to deliver Future Digital Services

The partnership between the States of Guernsey and leading technology and digital transformation specialist Agilisys Ltd has been made official with the signing of a formal contract to enable service commencement prior to full contract signature which will take place later in 2019 .

It marks a major milestone in what will be a 10-year agreement to modernise the States' IT systems and improve service delivery of public services through the adoption of digital technology to improve access and operational efficiency. The partnership will also see significant opportunities for the business community, entrepreneurs and students through development the Island's tech sector.

The signing of the contract follows the decision by the States Assembly in June 2019 to appoint Agilisys Ltd as the preferred bidder for its Future Digital Services Programme. In the time since the States decision, pre-contract agreements have allowed work to begin in some areas, meaning Agilisys can now move quickly into their role of delivering the government's digital transformation.

The Commercial team have been providing the States of Guernsey with legal assistance and advice during the two-year procurement process ongoing contract negotiations with Agilisys Ltd.