First Data, Capgemini announce tech development partnership

According to Retail Customer Experience, "Payment technology firm First Data Corporation and Capgemini, provider of consulting, technology and outsourcing services, announced they have formed a global alliance to develop next-generation payment technology software using First Data's VisionPLUS and AccessPLUS solutions. According to the companies, this collaboration will leverage Capgemini's global vertical industry and payments expertise and First Data's suite of payments solutions."