Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation is an American multinational information technology consulting and outsourcing company, headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey. Established in 1994, the company's core mission is to help clients modernize technology, reimagine processes, and transform experiences to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving global landscape. Cognizant positions itself as an AI builder, aiming to bridge the gap between AI investment and enterprise value for its clients.

The company offers a comprehensive suite of services including IT consulting, application development, cloud services, digital transformation consulting, digital marketing, customer experience services, business process outsourcing (BPO), data analytics, cybersecurity, and digital engineering. Cognizant serves a diverse range of industries, with key market segments including Financial Services, Health Sciences, Products and Resources (encompassing retail and manufacturing), and Communications, Media & Technology.

Ravi Kumar S has served as the Chief Executive Officer since January 2023. In recent developments, Cognizant reported strong first-quarter 2026 financial results, with revenue growth and significant bookings, particularly in its Financial Services segment. The company is actively pursuing an AI builder strategy, exemplified by its recent acquisition of Astreya, a technology provider specializing in AI infrastructure and data center services, for $600 million, to enhance its AI capabilities. Additionally, Cognizant launched its Innovation Network, a corporate investment arm focused on supporting early to mid-stage enterprise software startups.