Strategic partnership aims to accelerate digital innovation in agricultural lending
CGI and AgVantis have announced a long-term strategic partnership designed to advance technology across the U.S. Farm Credit System. The collaboration combines AgVantis' experience in agricultural technology and business services with CGI's global expertise in technology consulting and digital transformation.
The partnership aims to help Farm Credit institutions modernize their operations and improve the services they provide to agricultural lenders, rural communities, farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses. By working together, the organizations plan to support digital innovation and create stronger technology foundations for future growth.
"Our partnership with AgVantis represents a shared commitment to helping Farm Credit institutions thrive in an increasingly digital world," said John Wirth, Senior Vice-President and Business Unit Leader, CGI.
He added, "Through the collaboration, CGI and AgVantis will help Farm Credit associations modernize technology operations, enhance security and resiliency, and accelerate digital delivery. Together, we're combining industry insight with global technology expertise to help clients modernize with confidence and build a scalable foundation for the future."
As part of the agreement, CGI will deliver a range of technology services, including cloud solutions, application development, data analytics, and AI-ready data platforms. These services will support AgVantis as it moves from a large-scale technology transformation effort to a sustainable operating model focused on long-term success.
The collaboration is expected to improve operational efficiency, strengthen cybersecurity, enhance system resilience, and accelerate the delivery of digital services. These improvements will help Farm Credit organizations meet changing industry demands while maintaining reliable support for agricultural customers.
"AgVantis has built a trusted reputation by helping Farm Credit institutions with technology solutions that strengthen agricultural lending and support rural America," said Justin Schwanke, Chief Executive Officer of AgVantis.
He continued, "By combining our industry expertise with CGI's global scale and technology capabilities, we're creating a strategic partnership that will help us accelerate innovation, enhance operational excellence and deliver even greater value to the Farm Credit organizations we serve."
Leaders from both companies emphasized their shared commitment to innovation and modernization. They noted that combining agricultural knowledge with advanced technology capabilities can help organizations adapt to a rapidly evolving digital environment.
The partnership also reflects the growing importance of digital tools in agriculture. Cloud technologies, data-driven insights, and artificial intelligence are becoming increasingly valuable for improving decision-making and operational performance. By investing in these technologies, Farm Credit institutions can better support the financial needs of the agricultural sector.
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