DXC Technology partners with Pluxee to enhance benefit card processing for Brazilian users

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a global technology services provider, has announced a significant partnership with Pluxee, a major global player in employee benefits and engagement formerly known as Sodexo Benefits and Rewards. This collaboration marks a major milestone as DXC Technology will now handle the processing of benefit card transactions for Pluxee’s extensive user base of 7.1 million individuals across Brazil.

The Pluxee Card, a cornerstone of this partnership, is designed to integrate various employee benefits, recognition, and incentive strategies into a single digital payment solution. This innovative card system supports a high transaction volume, handling up to 400 transactions per second, which ensures swift and reliable interactions between cardholders and commercial entities. The efficiency and speed of these transactions are central to Pluxee’s operational effectiveness and customer satisfaction.

As part of the partnership, DXC Technology will be responsible for providing secure and agile processing of contactless card transactions. This feature is one of Pluxee’s digital benefits, offering users cashback on purchases made with the Pluxee Card. The introduction of these contactless payments is aimed at enhancing user satisfaction, increasing loyalty, and fostering long-term retention among Pluxee’s clientele.

Fernando Radunz, Executive Director of IT and Payments at Pluxee Brazil, emphasized the importance of this partnership in a recent statement: “2024 has been a crucial year for us, marked by efforts to strengthen our brand and introduce innovative products and experiences. Collaborating with DXC Technology is vital to achieving our strategic goals. Their technological expertise is essential for driving the innovation required to address the evolving market challenges and maintain our leadership position.”

Ricardo Ferreira, General Manager of DXC Technology Brazil and Latin America, underscored the strategic significance of their involvement: “Our engineering expertise is instrumental in supporting Pluxee’s transformation journey. With over two decades of experience in the digital card payment sector, we are well-positioned to assist Pluxee in surpassing user expectations and reinforcing its status as the leading provider of employee benefits.”

This partnership not only highlights the growing trend of integrating digital solutions in employee benefits but also underscores the commitment of both companies to enhancing the user experience through advanced technology. By leveraging DXC Technology’s processing capabilities and Pluxee’s innovative card features, the collaboration aims to set a new standard in the industry for efficient, secure, and user-friendly benefit management solutions.