IBM Strengthens Operations in Morocco with New Branch in Rabat

IBM Strengthens Operations in Morocco with New Branch in Rabat PR Newswire RABAT, Morocco, Sept. 6, 2012 - New Rabat office underlines IBM's continued expansion strategy in Africa RABAT, Morocco, Sept. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced the expansion of its operations in Morocco with the opening of an expanded location in the administrative capital, Rabat, effectively doubling its presence in the kingdom. This is IBM's second subsidiary in Morocco, enhancing the company's existing Casablanca operation and strengthening IBM's ability to provide solutions and services to a rapidly expanding base of customers and partners. The new office in Rabat is part of a broad program of investment that IBM is making across Africa covering the opening of new branches and facilities, the recruitment of new staff and business partners and investment in training, marketing and citizenship programs. Through its geographic expansion initiative, IBM is ramping up its presence in cities and regions where there is significant opportunity for growth and where businesses and government organizations are turning to IT to transform their operations and increase competitiveness. Morocco has the most dynamic economy in North Africa, with a GDP growth rate of 4.5% in 2011.[1] "IBM is placing a strong emphasis on investment in Morocco as we recognize the opportunities presented by high growth rates and an increasingly competitive market.