Capita's software services division announces it has secured a five year contract with Melin Homes, a provider of affordable homes in south east Wales, to enable a number of its departments to work as one collective team. Aligning its housing management, direct works and finance divisions will help Melin to create increasingly efficient working processes and streamlined services to the benefit of its residents.

Mark Gardner, chief executive at Melin Homes, commented: "We aim to make a positive difference within the communities in which we work and in order to achieve this, it is key that we maintain a fresh and dynamic outlook. Our use of IT and software is one way in which we can ensure this and we chose Capita because of its reputation in the market and its understanding of our needs. Now we look forward to working closely with the team to continue to develop our business efficiencies, which in turn will benefit our customers and their communities."