EPAM Systems, Inc.

Top client ratings in application services and general satisfaction underscore EPAM's end-to-end digital and AI transformation capabilities in Whitelane Research's 2026 BeLux IT Sourcing Study

NEWTOWN, Pa. and BRUSSELS, March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As organizations adapt and scale to meet rapidly evolving market demands, partnering with an IT provider that brings strong engineering expertise and integrated technical capabilities is critical for accelerating transformation and ensuring AI readiness. EPAM Systems, Inc. (NYSE: EPAM) today announced it has been recognized as a 2026 Top IT Sourcing Vendor in Belgium and Luxembourg by Whitelane Research, an independent organization focused on IT sourcing research across Europe.

Read the full results here.

This client-driven recognition follows EPAM's recent achievement as a leading IT provider in Europe for the third consecutive year by Whitelane Research, securing the #1 ranking across multiple key categories. As a trusted partner for delivering transformative solutions, EPAM applies advanced capabilities across digital, AI, data, cloud and engineering.

"We're honored to be recognized by our clients as a top IT services partner in Belgium and Luxembourg for application services, service delivery quality and general satisfaction," said Alex van Gestel, VP and Head of Benelux at EPAM. "Our top-quartile standing in AI recognition also underscores our commitment to helping clients become AI-Native enterprises, empowering them to optimize operations, reimagine customer experiences and create differentiated offerings."

In Whitelane Research's 2026 Belgium and Luxembourg IT Sourcing Study, more than 340 participants from the top IT spending organization in the region evaluated over 850 unique IT sourcing relationships based on key performance indicators and by IT service tower. Survey respondents evaluated 36 IT service providers across several performance categories, forming one of the most comprehensive client-driven insights reports on the IT vendor market in the region.

EPAM received excellent satisfaction ratings in the following categories:

• Application Services: [Ranked #1] EPAM named an exceptional performer with a rating of 83%
• General Satisfaction: EPAM named an exceptional performer with a rating of 83%
• Service Delivery Quality: EPAM received a rating of 85%

"EPAM's outstanding results in the 2026 BeLux IT Sourcing Study reflect its strong alignment with modern enterprise needs and reinforce its position as a trusted partner for IT services and business transformation in the region," said Jef Loos, Head of Research, Europe at Whitelane Research. "Backed by zero dissatisfied clients surveyed and top-tier performance in application services and service delivery quality, EPAM demonstrates a clear ability to deliver consistent, measurable outcomes for sustained client value."

This recognition further solidifies EPAM's leadership in the European IT market by adding to a series of recent achievements received from Whitelane Research, including in the Netherlands, Europe, Germany, Switzerland, the UK & Ireland, and the Nordics.

To see the full survey results, visit: https://whitelane.com/belux-2026/

Learn how EPAM's multidisciplinary teams help enterprises adapt and grow by visiting https://www.epam.com/services

About EPAM Systems, Inc.

EPAM (NYSE:EPAM) is a global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, EPAM empowers organizations to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments. Recognized by industry benchmarks and leading analysts as a leader in AI, EPAM delivers globally while engaging locally, making the future real for clients, partners, and employees. 

We are proud to be recognized by Forbes, Glassdoor, Newsweek, Time Magazine, Great Place to Work and kununu as a Most Loved Workplace around the world. 

Learn more at www.epam.com and follow us on LinkedIn. 

Forward-Looking Statements  

This press release includes estimates and statements which may constitute forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, the accuracy of which are necessarily subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions as to future events that may not prove to be accurate. Our estimates and forward-looking statements are mainly based on our current expectations and estimates of future events and trends, which affect or may affect our business and operations. These statements may include words such as "may," "will," "should," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "estimate" or similar expressions. Those future events and trends may relate to, among other things, developments relating to the war in Ukraine and escalation of the war in the surrounding region, political and civil unrest or military action in the geographies where we conduct business and operate, difficult conditions in global capital markets, foreign exchange markets, global trade, and the broader economy, the adoption and implementation of artificial intelligence technologies by EPAM and its clients, and the effect that these events may have on client demand and our revenues, operations, access to capital, and profitability. Other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied include general economic conditions, the risk factors discussed in the Company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and the factors discussed in the Company's Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, particularly under the headings "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" and "Risk Factors" and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Although we believe that these estimates and forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, they are subject to several risks and uncertainties and are made based on information currently available to us. EPAM undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities law.

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NEWTOWN, Pa., March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- EPAM Systems, Inc. (NYSE: EPAM) today announced it has become a member of the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA), an ecosystem of software development companies and security services partners that have integrated their solutions with Microsoft Security technology to better defend our mutual customers against a world of increasing cyber threats.

"Joining MISA as a services partner reflects the maturity of EPAM's security services and marks an important milestone in the evolution of our existing collaboration with Microsoft," said Elaina Shekhter, SVP, Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer, EPAM. "Being part of the MISA ecosystem is a meaningful validation of how we deliver Microsoft-aligned security services at scale, and it reinforces our commitment to helping joint customers build security capabilities that are resilient in production and designed for long-term outcomes."

EPAM's security services are centered on an engineering-led approach to Microsoft Security technologies – including Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender XDR – helping clients integrate and operate security as a unified platform rather than a one-time deployment.

For joint customers, MISA membership means closer ecosystem alignment and tighter technical collaboration between EPAM and Microsoft to accelerate execution and improve security outcomes in production environments. It also supports stronger coordination across the Microsoft security ecosystem, helping customers scale and continuously improve security operations across cloud and AI-enabled environments.

"The Microsoft Intelligent Security Association has grown into a vibrant ecosystem comprised of the most reliable and trusted security vendors across the globe," said Maria Thomson, Director, Microsoft Intelligent Security Association. "Our members, like EPAM, share Microsoft's commitment to collaboration within the cybersecurity community to improve our customers' ability to predict, detect, and respond to security threats faster."

Established in 2018 to bring together Microsoft leaders and security vendors, MISA focuses on collaborating to combat security threats and create a safer environment for all. Its mission is to provide intelligent, industry-leading security solutions that work together to help protect organizations at the speed and scale of AI in an ever-increasing threat landscape.

Partners who are interested in learning more can visit the MISA Website: Microsoft Intelligent Security Association.

To learn more about EPAM's Microsoft security work and what the MISA membership means for EPAM and Microsoft's customers, read this EPAM blog: www.epam.com/insights/blogs/engineering-resilience-epam-and-microsofts-unified-security-approach

To learn more about how EPAM prepares next-gen enterprises for security solutions on Azure, visit: marketplace.microsoft.com/en-us/marketplace/consulting-services/epam-2436412.azuresecurityassessment

About EPAM Systems:

EPAM (NYSE: EPAM) is a global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, EPAM empowers organizations to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments. Recognized by industry benchmarks and leading analysts as a leader in AI, EPAM delivers globally while engaging locally, making the future real for clients, partners, and employees.

We are proud to be recognized by Forbes, Glassdoor, Newsweek, Time Magazine, Great Place to Work and kununu as a Most Loved Workplace around the world.

Learn more at www.epam.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes estimates and statements which may constitute forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, the accuracy of which are necessarily subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions as to future events that may not prove to be accurate. Our estimates and forward-looking statements are mainly based on our current expectations and estimates of future events and trends, which affect or may affect our business and operations. These statements may include words such as "may," "will," "should," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "estimate" or similar expressions. Those future events and trends may relate to, among other things, developments relating to the war in Ukraine and escalation of the war in the surrounding region, political and civil unrest or military action in the geographies where we conduct business and operate, difficult conditions in global capital markets, foreign exchange markets, global trade and the broader economy, the adoption and implementation of artificial intelligence technologies by EPAM and its clients, and the effect that these events may have on client demand and our revenues, operations, access to capital, and profitability. Other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied include general economic conditions, the risk factors discussed in the Company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and the factors discussed in the Company's Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, particularly under the headings "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" and "Risk Factors" and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Although we believe that these estimates and forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, they are subject to several risks and uncertainties and are made based on information currently available to us. EPAM undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities law.

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