FPT Software, a leading Vietnamese IT service provider, has announced the inauguration of its latest office in Seoul, the Republic of Korea, and its 64th globally.
FPT Chairman Truong Gia Binh speaks at the opening ceremony in Seoul.(Photo courtesy of the company)
Hanoi (VNA) - FPT Software, a leadingVietnamese IT service provider, has announced the inauguration of itslatest office in Seoul, the Republic of Korea, and its 64th globally.
With this new office, FPT Software is the first Vietnamese ITcompany to open a second office in the Korean market in an effort tostrengthen the company’s presence in the market and become a world-class,billion-dollar company.
Located in Seoul's new R&D hub for many leading enterprises,including LG, this new office allows FPT Software to work closer with itsexisting customers and further expand its Korean presence.
"Our business philosophy is to stay closer to our customers,which can allow us to reach and serve our customers better. FPT willcontinuously open new offices around the world. FPT Software's second office inthe RoK helps us expand our global network further and strengthen ourability to connect and accompany customers despite time and geography," FPTCorporation Chairman Truong Gia Binh said.
FPT Software staff at the new office in Seoul. (sggp.org.vn)
Setting its first footprint in the RoK in 2016, FPT Software hasprovided IT solutions and services to more than 20 customers; some notablepartners include LG Electronics, LG CNS, Shinhan Bank, and Shinsegae I&C.Its clientele includes companies from various industries, such as automotive,finance, healthcare, and more./.
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FPT Chairman Truong Gia Binh speaks at the opening ceremony in Seoul.(Photo courtesy of the company) 
FPT Software staff at the new office in Seoul. (sggp.org.vn) 
