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Datacentrix achieves Level Two B-BBEE rating


Johannesburg, 19 Jun 2012

Datacentrix, a provider of high performing and secure ICT solutions, has secured a Level Two B-BBEE contributor (or AAA) status through B-BBEE rating and research agency, Empowerdex, to become one of only two JSE-listed IT companies to reach this position.

Datacentrix CEO, Ahmed Mahomed, states that the group, through the modified flow-through principle, has achieved a black ownership level of more than 34% and black voting rights of more than 51%.

In addition, Datacentrix has made exceptional contributions, in particular to the areas of skills development, preferential procurement and enterprise development, which were aptly reflected by the updated scorecard.

“By becoming even more socially conscious in the environment in which we operate, Datacentrix has given greater focus to corporate social responsibility, and continues to invest in initiatives that make a meaningful difference, a stance that will continue into the future.”

The organisation has, for a number of years now, ensured that the preferential procurement strategy was in line with the essence of the BEE Codes of Good Practice and supported both aspects of business partnering and enterprise development. By embedding this within the business, it has become an integral part of day-to-day operations.

“Furthermore, our learnership programme, which is aimed at both school leavers and those with basic IT qualifications, has enabled us to give opportunities to individuals that would otherwise not have access to job opportunities in this market. This strategy not only impacts positively on the relevant individual, but also, in many cases, their extended family.”

Datacentrix is also seeking out unemployed graduates, with the relevant qualifications, in order to provide these individuals access to permanent employment and to develop specialised skills.

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Since listing on the JSE Stock Exchange in 1998, Datacentrix has become one of South Africa's leading empowered services-led solution integrators. The company's focus is the provision of infrastructure and business solutions, including cloud computing, high-end storage and security, as well as outsourcing and other related IT services, to the country's public and private sectors. Datacentrix is currently one of the most highly skilled and certified business partners for a number of leading international and local vendors.

For more information, please visit www.datacentrix.co.za.

Editorial contacts

Nicola Read
PR Connections
(083) 269 2227
datacentrix@pr.co.za
Stephanie Brynard
Datacentrix Holdings
(087) 741 8711
sbrynard@datacentrix.co.za