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From an illuminating week in Davos with the World Economic Forum this past January to hosting our #CognizantDiscovery2024 conference this summer to celebrating 30 years of Cognizant, 2024 was a year of significant growth, innovation, and achievement. We'd like to extend a sincere thank you to our incredible team – none of this would have been possible without the hard work of our associates, the trust of our clients, and the ongoing support from our partners. Here's to an even more unforgettable 2025!

As 2024 comes to a close, Cognizant is proud to share some of the recognitions and achievements that have defined our year. From being named by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers 2024 to landing a coveted spot on Newsweek's America's Most Responsible Companies 2024 list, these accolades highlight our ongoing commitment to promoting workforce diversity, fostering a healthy work environment, and more.

India's tech industry has truly adopted an AI-driven approach, prioritizing the upskilling of its workforce to spearhead the global AI revolution. In a new article for The Times Of India, experts -- including Rajesh V., CMD of Cognizant India and EVP and Global Head of Operations at Cognizant and -- pointed out that effective AI models rely heavily on expertise in data management, cloud computing, and industry-specific knowledge. Read more: https://cogniz.at/4foAA97

What does it mean to lead with integrity? Vanishree Raghavendra demonstrates how she is guided by one of our core values, ‘Do the right thing’. See how this has fueled her successful 11-year Cognizant journey of curiosity and growth. ⬇️

AI's ability to evolve and grow across various industries offers proof of its staying power, as businesses increasingly integrate this technology into their operational frameworks. In a new blog, Cognizant leaders weighed in on the tech trends that will define 2025 – from generative AI's growing, cross-industry impact to the way skilling and hiring will continue to transform in the AI era. Read the full blog: https://cogniz.at/3BCA6y6

Cognizant has been recognized as both a Leader and Star Performer in Everest Group's 2024 AI and Generative AI Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment. This assessment names leaders that have demonstrated a combination of clear business vision, deep expertise, and forward-thinking investments that drive real results for clients. The Leader and Star Performer placement highlights our: ➡️ Robust talent strategy focused on continuous upskilling ➡️ Strong partnerships with academic and technology organizations ➡️ Strategic investments in cutting-edge areas like #AgenticAI, responsible AI frameworks, no-code/low-code platforms, and advanced infrastructure for AI workloads This recognition reinforces our commitment to staying at the forefront of AI innovation while delivering transformative solutions that create real business value. Read more: https://cogniz.at/4glODgS

How do you create an environment that disrupts 🫥 groupthink and begins raising the bar for 🤩 innovative thinking? At #CognizantDiscovery2024, Adam Grant suggested asking for feedback isn’t enough. Instead, he encourages leaders talk about their own shortcomings and be open about sharing how they are putting action behind recent constructive feedback.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has announced Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar S as Chair of its Artificial Intelligence Working Group. As Chair, Kumar will leverage his experience and expertise to lead more than 160 companies from over 30 industries that comprise the Working Group in an effort to educate others about AI technology, while also advocating for policies that promote its sustained growth and innovation. Read more about this appointment: https://cogniz.at/401D9Z9

Cognizant has received an accredited certification for the ISO 42001:2023 international standard. This designation defines the standards for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS). As the first ever global IT service company to receive this certification, it offers further proof of our ongoing dedication to developing and promoting trustworthy, ethical, and sustainable AI solutions. Read more: https://cogniz.at/3BEtQG4

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