NTT DATA
A global technology services and consulting company providing systems integration, digital transformation, applications, infrastructure, and industry-specific solutions.
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Overview
NTT DATA is a Japanese multinational information technology services and consulting company headquartered in Tokyo. It originated in the data communications business of Japan's former public telecommunications corporation, which began in 1967. Following the privatization of Nippon Telegraph and Telephone in 1985, the data communications division was separated and organized as NTT DATA in 1988. The company operates as a partially owned subsidiary of NTT and is positioned within the wider NTT Group as a provider primarily serving customers outside the telecommunications group, while NTT Comware focuses mainly on IT services for NTT Group companies. NTT DATA's activities span consulting, business and technology transformation, systems integration, application development, managed infrastructure, cloud services, cybersecurity, data and analytics, enterprise software, and digital customer and employee experiences. Its client base covers financial services, government and public administration, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, retail, telecommunications, utilities, energy, and other industries. A major part of NTT DATA's development has been international expansion. During the 2000s it built capabilities in information security, SAP consulting, and European and Australian markets, including the acquisitions of Cirquent and Extend Technologies. In 2010 it expanded substantially in North America through the acquisition of Keane and Intelligroup, adding consulting, outsourcing, application, and industry expertise. Further acquisitions brought Value Team in Italy, RMA Consulting in the United Kingdom, Everis in Spain and Latin America, Optimal Solutions Integration in the United States, Carlisle & Gallagher in financial services consulting, and Dell's IT services business, largely associated with Perot Systems, in 2016. These transactions helped transform NTT DATA from a predominantly Japanese systems integrator into a broad international services group. The company has also developed specialized offerings and technology assets. Its work includes large-scale public and transportation systems, financial infrastructure, SAP and enterprise platforms, digital commerce, cloud modernization, and data-driven services. In Japan, NTT DATA has participated in joint ventures and technology programs serving major corporate groups. International subsidiaries and regional operations have provided local delivery and sector specialization, including the EMEAL organization formed to coordinate activities across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. NTT DATA has increasingly emphasized artificial intelligence and digital engineering. In December 2023 it announced tsuzumi, a proprietary Japanese large language model designed as a comparatively lightweight alternative to very large models. The brand also maintains visibility through motorsport sponsorship. It began sponsoring Chip Ganassi Racing in IndyCar in 2017, became title sponsor of the series in 2019, and later developed sponsorship relationships with Arrow McLaren and McLaren's Formula One and F1 Academy programs. The corporate structure was reorganized as NTT DATA Group Corporation, while NTT DATA remains the principal operating brand for technology services. Yutaka Sasaki is identified in the supplied reference material as Representative Director, President, and Chief Executive Officer. NTT DATA's overall positioning combines the scale and infrastructure relationships of the NTT Group with consulting, engineering, and industry-specific transformation capabilities delivered across international markets.
History
NTT DATA traces its roots to the data communications business established by Japan's predecessor public telecommunications organization in 1967. After Nippon Telegraph and Telephone was privatized in 1985, the data communications operation was separated and became NTT DATA in 1988. The new company inherited experience in mission-critical communications and public infrastructure, then developed into one of Japan's largest information technology services companies. During the 2000s, NTT DATA strengthened its credentials in security, enterprise systems, and international consulting. It obtained BS 7799 certification in 2002, a notable information-security milestone in Japan, and reached one trillion yen in consolidated net sales in 2007. The company expanded in Europe through the 2008 acquisition of Cirquent and in Australia through the 2009 acquisition of Extend Technologies, the latter supporting a broader SAP consulting strategy. In 2009 it also introduced a company-based organizational structure. International expansion accelerated in 2010. NTT DATA agreed to acquire U.S. IT services company Keane and acquired Intelligroup and FirstApex. Together these transactions increased its North American presence, broadened outsourcing and consulting capabilities, and added insurance expertise. In 2011 the company acquired Italy's Value Team and launched Global One Teams to improve cross-border delivery. The 2012 acquisition of London's RMA Consulting added software design and multi-channel delivery capabilities. In 2013 NTT DATA acquired Everis, strengthening its presence in Spain, Europe, and Latin America, and acquired Optimal Solutions Integration in the United States for SAP services. The company continued its sector-focused expansion in 2015 with Carlisle & Gallagher, a financial-services consultancy, and iPay88, an Asian online-payment gateway. Its 2016 acquisition of Dell's IT services unit, substantially associated with Perot Systems, was one of its largest strategic transactions and materially expanded its global infrastructure and managed-services portfolio. NTT DATA also acquired Nefos in 2016 to strengthen Salesforce consulting in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The group continued to consolidate its regional operating model. In 2021 NTT DATA announced the creation of NTT DATA EMEAL, bringing Everis and NTT DATA EMEA activities under common management across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. The organization began operations in 2022. In the same year, NTT DATA acquired Vectorform, a Detroit-based digital transformation and innovation company, adding design and innovation capabilities. NTT DATA's business now combines consulting, systems integration, applications, cloud and infrastructure, enterprise platforms, cybersecurity, analytics, artificial intelligence, and managed services. Its sector practices address financial institutions, governments, transportation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, energy, telecommunications, and other large organizations. Within NTT Group, NTT DATA generally serves external enterprises and public-sector clients, while NTT Comware is more closely oriented toward the group's internal IT needs. The company has also invested in proprietary technology and brand-building. It announced the tsuzumi large language model in 2023, with an emphasis on Japanese-language capability and relatively efficient deployment. Its sponsorship portfolio has included Chip Ganassi Racing and the NTT IndyCar Series, followed by partnerships with Arrow McLaren and McLaren's Formula One and F1 Academy programs. The corporate group is represented by NTT DATA Group Corporation, with NTT DATA functioning as the principal technology-services brand.
- 2023
tsuzumi is announced
[1]NTT DATA announces its proprietary Japanese large language model, tsuzumi.
- 2022
Vectorform acquisition
[1]NTT DATA acquires Vectorform to strengthen digital transformation and innovation services.
- 2016
Dell IT Services acquisition
[1]The acquisition of Dell's IT services unit expands NTT DATA's global managed-services platform.
- 2010
North American expansion
[1]NTT DATA expands through Keane, Intelligroup, and FirstApex transactions.
- 2007
One trillion yen sales milestone
[1]Consolidated net sales reach one trillion yen.
- 2002
BS 7799 certification
[1]NTT DATA obtains BS 7799 information-security certification, according to the cited reference.
- 1988
NTT DATA is established
[1]The data communications division is spun off and organized as NTT DATA.
- 1985
NTT is privatized
[1]The privatization of Nippon Telegraph and Telephone precedes the separation of its data communications division.
- 1967
Data communications business begins
[1]The predecessor of NTT begins a dedicated data communications business, establishing the operational roots of NTT DATA.
Products and positioning
A global, industry-focused technology partner combining consulting, systems integration, engineering, managed services, and digital innovation, with the infrastructure scale and international reach of the NTT Group.
Professional services
IT consulting and systems integration
NTT DATA advises enterprises and public institutions on business transformation, technology strategy, architecture, implementation, and operating-model change. Its systems-integration work connects applications, data, infrastructure, and industry platforms in complex environments where reliability, security, and long-term maintenance are important.
Managed IT services
Cloud and infrastructure services
The company provides cloud migration, hybrid infrastructure, hosting, infrastructure modernization, monitoring, and managed operations. These services support clients moving from legacy environments toward more scalable and digitally integrated operating models while retaining governance and mission-critical service requirements.
Enterprise software services
SAP and enterprise application services
Through acquisitions and regional subsidiaries, NTT DATA has built substantial capabilities around SAP and other enterprise applications. Services include implementation, integration, customization, migration, support, and business-process transformation for organizations operating complex finance, supply-chain, human-resources, and customer systems.
Industry solution
Financial services technology
NTT DATA develops and operates technology for banks, insurers, payments companies, and other financial institutions. Its scope includes core systems, digital channels, risk and compliance processes, insurance platforms, payment services, analytics, cybersecurity, and modernization of legacy financial infrastructure.
Industry solution
Public-sector and transportation systems
The company delivers large-scale systems for governments, public agencies, and transportation operators. These engagements can include citizen services, administrative platforms, ticketing, payment processing, data exchange, and other systems requiring high availability and integration across institutions and physical networks.
Artificial intelligence · 2023
tsuzumi
tsuzumi is NTT DATA's proprietary large language model announced in 2023. The model is associated with Japanese-language use cases and a lightweight deployment approach intended to reduce the infrastructure burden of generative-AI applications. The reference material does not provide a complete product specification or commercial availability profile.
Marketing campaigns
- 2024McLaren Formula One and F1 Academy sponsorship extension
International
The McLaren partnership was expanded to include the Formula One team and, in August 2024, the F1 Academy program.
Outcome. NTT DATA broadened its association with McLaren's international motorsport portfolio.
- 2023Arrow McLaren partnership
United States · United Kingdom · International
NTT DATA began sponsoring the Arrow McLaren IndyCar team, extending its motorsport activity beyond the Chip Ganassi Racing relationship.
Outcome. The relationship was later extended to McLaren's Formula One and F1 Academy programs.
- 2019NTT IndyCar Series title sponsorship
United States · North America
NTT DATA became title sponsor of the IndyCar Series, giving the competition the NTT IndyCar Series name.
Outcome. The sponsorship established a prominent global brand platform tied to technology and performance.
- 2017Chip Ganassi Racing sponsorship
United States · North America
NTT DATA began sponsoring Chip Ganassi Racing in the IndyCar Series, using motorsport to increase visibility for its technology and engineering brand.
Outcome. The partnership developed into a broader IndyCar title sponsorship.
Brand decisions
2023
Launch tsuzumiProduct launchBackground
Generative artificial intelligence became a strategic technology area for enterprise service providers, while Japanese-language capabilities remained an important local requirement.
Action taken
NTT DATA announced its proprietary tsuzumi large language model.
Aftermath
The launch expanded NTT DATA's public technology portfolio into generative AI and lightweight language-model deployment.
2021
Create NTT DATA EMEALStrategyBackground
The company's European, Middle Eastern, African, and Latin American activities were spread across regional organizations, including Everis and NTT DATA EMEA.
Action taken
NTT DATA announced a unified EMEAL organization to bring the relevant businesses under common management, with operations scheduled to begin in 2022.
Aftermath
The reorganization was intended to improve coordination across a large multi-country regional business.
2016
Acquire Dell IT ServicesM&ABackground
NTT DATA aimed to expand its global infrastructure, outsourcing, and enterprise technology services.
Action taken
The company acquired Dell's IT services unit, principally associated with the former Perot Systems business.
Aftermath
The transaction strengthened NTT DATA's position in global managed services and enterprise IT delivery.
2010
Acquire KeaneM&ABackground
NTT DATA needed greater scale and delivery capacity in North America and the global IT services market.
Action taken
NTT DATA agreed to merge with or acquire U.S.-based IT services company Keane.
Aftermath
The transaction materially increased NTT DATA's international workforce and North American service capabilities.
2009
Introduce the Company SystemStrategyBackground
NTT DATA sought an organizational structure better suited to managing distinct business areas and continued international growth.
Action taken
The company introduced a new organizational structure known as the Company System.
Aftermath
The change formed part of the company's effort to organize its expanding portfolio of domestic and international businesses.
Recent events
Reported
NTT DATA announces global AI Factory expansion[3]
NTT DATA announced the global expansion of its AI Factories, hands-on environments where organizations can evaluate priority AI use cases and deployment requirements before scaling into production.
- Unconfirmed
Reported
NTT Data in final talks to build Anthropic's first data centre in Japan[4]
According to a Nikkei report carried by Reuters, NTT Data is in final talks to build Anthropic's first data centre in Japan. The report does not confirm that an agreement has been signed or give a date for the facility.
Reported
NTT DATA launches AI Factories in Paris and Singapore[5]
NTT DATA launched new AI Factory sites in Paris and Singapore in October 2026. The facilities provide environments for organizations to evaluate AI use cases and deployment requirements.
Reported
InsiteOne forms three strategic partnerships[6]
InsiteOne formed strategic partnerships with DICOM Director, Altamont Software and NTT DATA to further advance its Enterprise Imaging Services offerings.
Reported
NTT DATA and Microsoft expand cloud alliance[7]
NTT DATA expanded its alliance with Microsoft, combining NTT DATA’s global IT services with Microsoft’s cloud, including Azure, to support digital-transformation projects. The collaboration includes workstyle initiatives and development of business solutions.
Reported
Sharecare partners with IPsoft and NTT DATA on COVID-19 screener[8]
Sharecare announced that it developed its interactive COVID-19 screener in partnership with IPsoft and NTT DATA, integrating NTT DATA’s AskMD algorithm into an interactive conversational solution powered by IPsoft’s Amelia AI.
Reported
Sharecare launches interactive COVID-19 screener[8]
Sharecare announced the launch of an interactive COVID-19 screener, developed with IPsoft and NTT DATA, for anonymous self-screening. It is accessible through Sharecare’s website and app and is available free to U.S. organizations for their websites.
Sources8 sources
- 1NTT Dataen.wikipedia.org
- 2NTT DATA Worldwidenttdata.com
- 3NTT DATA宣布全球扩展AI Factory布局mg.co.za
- 4NTT Data据报正就在日本为Anthropic建设首个数据中心进行最终谈判news.google.com
- 5NTT DATA在巴黎和新加坡推出AI工厂finanznachrichten.de
- 6InsiteOne建立三项战略合作关系prnewswire.com
- 7NTT DATA与微软扩大云服务合作betanews.com
- 8Sharecare与IPsoft及NTT DATA合作开发COVID-19筛查工具prnewswire.com
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