CGI to Modernize Highway Lighting Management for Flemish Region Using Smart Technology

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CGI and partner SPIE Belgium have been selected by Agentschap
Wegen en Verkeer (AWV) to modernize the remote management of highway
lighting within the Flemish Region. AWV manages the Flemish Region's
highway network on behalf of the Flemish Minister for Mobility and
Public Works.

CGI's IBOR [http://www.cgi.com/sites/default/files/files_be/pdf/c
gi-factsheet-ibor-be-en.pdf ] platform will replace current highway
lighting management systems used within the Region. IBOR [https://ww
w.youtube.com/watch?v=pX9XEqZv_bg&feature=youtu.be&list=PLJ8nM0Tn1J4i
iPQPzJttZx4ZIJsY1s5Mr ] is an intelligent solution that connects and
controls dynamic objects in public spaces (e.g., street lighting,
traffic lights, bridges, etc.) through sensors, object controllers,
data communications and storage, processing software and presentation
techniques. It can be managed remotely.

A sustainable solution, IBOR reduces energy consumption and also
reduces CO2 emissions. With IBOR, lighting is turned on only when
needed and increased or dimmed on demand, such as for construction
projects or emergency services at the scene of an accident.

"Smart technology provides governments with a dynamic, sustainable
and economical solution for public space management," said Hans Vets,
who leads CGI's operations in Belgium. "We are proud that CGI can
contribute to this smart city initiative where energy savings,
increased safety and efficient management become a reality. We
believe that IBOR is a platform for the future that will drive
innovation and lead to the cities of tomorrow."

CGI partners with SPIE Belgium to support its efforts in
designing, building, operating and maintaining energy-efficient and
environmentally-friendly facilities and other assets for customers.

"We are very pleased with this unique and innovative mission,"
said Johan Dekempe, CEO of SPIE Belgium. "This is an important
achievement for SPIE Belgium and perfectly highlights our leadership
in the pursuit of a more sustainable society. At SPIE, we are
committed to improve comfort and well-being of our society."

About CGI

Founded in 1976, CGI Group Inc. is the fifth largest independent
information technology and business process services firm in the
world. Approximately 68,000 professionals serve thousands of global
clients from offices and delivery centers across the Americas, Europe
and Asia Pacific, leveraging a comprehensive portfolio of services
including high-end business and IT consulting, systems integration,
application development and maintenance, infrastructure management as
well as a wide range of proprietary solutions. With annualized
revenue in excess of C$10 billion and an order backlog exceeding C$20
billion, CGI shares are listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and the NYSE (GIB).
Website: http://www.cgi.com

Investors and media: Lorne Gorber, Senior Vice President, Global
Communications and Investor relations, lorne.gorber@cgi.com,
+1-514-841-3355; Local media: Hans Vets, Senior Vice President, CGI
Belgium, marketing.be@cgi.com , +32(0)2-708-63-02

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