Allocate Appoints New CEO to Drive Next Phase of its Expansion and Growth

LONDON, September 4, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

Allocate Software, a leading international provider of workforce solutions to healthcare and other regulated industries, has announced the appointment of Dr Sati Sian as chief executive.

Dr. Sati Sian brings over 30 years of global experience in healthcare information, software and services. Most recently he was Senior VP for Global Technology and Operations for IMS Health and led a global team of over 6,000 people responsible for operations, product development, services and technology. Prior to this Dr. Sian led IMS operating units in China and Europe.

Paul Fitzsimons, chairman of Allocate said: "We see tremendous opportunity to grow the business by supporting the needs of our customers where the efficient use of specialist resources is critical to their success. Sati brings substantial experience in growing healthcare technology and information businesses on a global basis and we are very excited to welcome him to Allocate. The board would also like to express its gratitude to Ian Bowles who has built Allocate from small beginnings into a leader in its space in the UK, Sweden and Australia, and is stepping down after eight years as CEO."

Dr Sian said: "I am tremendously excited to join Allocate. The company has a very talented team and a great set of products and services which deliver great benefits to its customers. I look forward to working with the team at Allocate to invest in new products, extend into new geographies and build an international leader in healthcare workforce solutions."

About Allocate:  

Allocate Software is a leading international provider of workforce solutions, supporting the operational and administrative needs of healthcare professionals in all healthcare settings enabling the delivery of safe and effective care at optimal cost, by having the right people in the right place at the right time. With over 800 clients spanning the public and private sectors, its key vertical market is Healthcare. Allocate also serves other regulated industries such as Defence and Maritime. Headquartered in Richmond upon Thames, Allocate provides services and support to its increasing international customer base through regional offices in the UK, Sweden and Australia.