CSC Signs Two Contracts With Diageo Totaling US...

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, June 17 /PRNewswire/ --

    - Company Signs Supply Chain Management Contract and IT Outsourcing 
Contract Extension



    CSC (NYSE: CSC) today announced that it has been selected to design,
develop and implement a new worldwide supply chain management solution for
Diageo, the world's leading premium alcoholic drinks company that includes
brands such as Johnnie Walker, Guinness and Smirnoff. The 4.5-year agreement
has an estimated value of US$7 million.



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    Under the terms of the contract, CSC will develop an SAP-based system to
enhance visibility of Diageo's product stocks worldwide, improve
supply-demand ratio and reduce costs throughout the supply chain process.



    In addition, Diageo has extended its information technology (IT)
outsourcing contract with CSC for five additional years. CSC first began
supporting Diageo in 1995. The extension has an estimated value of US$28
million. Under the terms of the new agreement, CSC will continue to provide
Diageo's locations in the UK and Ireland with applications support services
across a portfolio of critical business applications and tools.



    "The continual relationship with CSC demonstrates the contribution they
make in supporting Diageo's information systems strategy," said Donald
Dempsey, Global Services Director, Diageo plc. "Their knowledge of our
business processes makes them a valued partner in delivering our agenda."



    "With Diageo brands sold in approximately 180 countries around the world,
optimising the supply chain is key and we're delighted that CSC has been
chosen to help," said Nick Wilson, president of CSC's operations in the UK,
Nordics, Middle East and Africa. "In addition, the expansion of our IT
outsourcing contract is testament to the strength of our relationship and the
significant business benefits Diageo has received. We look forward to
continuing to work successfully together and support Diageo in their major IT
global investment program."



About Diageo

    Diageo is the world's leading premium drinks business with an outstanding
collection of beverage alcohol brands across spirits, wines, and beer
categories. These brands include Johnnie Walker, Guinness, Smirnoff, J&B,
Baileys, Cuervo, Tanqueray, Captain Morgan, Crown Royal, Beaulieu Vineyard
and Sterling Vineyards wines.



    Diageo is a global company, trading in approximately 180 countries around
the world. The company is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (DEO)
and the London Stock Exchange (DGE). For more information about Diageo, its
people, brands, and performance, visit us at Diageo.com. For our global
resource that promotes responsible drinking through the sharing of best
practice tools, information and initiatives, visit DRINKiQ.com. Celebrating
life, every day, everywhere.



About CSC

    CSC is a global leader in providing technology-enabled solutions and
services through three primary lines of business. These include Business
Solutions and Services, the Managed Services Sector and the North American
Public Sector. CSC's advanced capabilities include systems design and
integration, information technology and business process outsourcing,
applications software development, Web and application hosting, mission
support and management consulting. Headquartered in Falls Church, Va., CSC
has approximately 92,000 employees and reported revenue of US$16.74 billion
for the 12 months ended April 3, 2009. For more information, visit the
company's Web site at www.csc.com.