CGI modernizes financial management and procurement operations for City of Los Angeles

Company Overview - CGI is one of the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms globally, founded in 1976, with 90,000 consultants and professionals [2] - The company reported fiscal 2023 revenue of $14.30 billion and is listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and NYSE (GIB) [2] Partnership with the City of Los Angeles - CGI has a long-standing partnership with the City of Los Angeles, focusing on both technology and change management during the city's transition to CGI Advantage [1][4] - The successful upgrade of CGI Advantage has integrated and streamlined the management of financial, procurement, and reporting operations for the city [4] CGI Advantage Features - CGI Advantage is a cloud-based ERP platform designed specifically for government needs, enhancing financial management, human resources, and business intelligence operations [1][4] - The platform allows for flexibility in introducing new features and implementing business rules without costly upgrades, ultimately saving taxpayer dollars [5] Implementation and User Experience - The latest version of CGI Advantage was delivered on time and on budget, featuring a user-friendly interface that increases processing speed and ensures compliance [5] - The system eliminated 130 customizations by meeting all city requirements out of the box and reduced reliance on manual processing through real-time integration with AWS and Salesforce [5][6] Vendor and Procurement Management - The modernization includes an online vendor self-service platform for 7,300 vendors to manage their accounts, invoices, and bidding opportunities [6] - The eProcurement system digitizes purchasing processes, creating a user experience similar to consumer shopping sites [6] Change Management and Training - CGI and the City of Los Angeles developed a comprehensive suite of eLearning videos and provided in-person training to support users during the transition to the new platform [7]