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Cognizant

Teaneck, US · 1 known investors

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Cognizant is an IT services and consulting company that helps enterprises modernize technology, redesign processes, and transform customer experiences using AI. It serves large companies across industries with technology modernization and digital transformation services.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareSaaS

Founders & leadership

KMKumar Mahadeva
Kumar MahadevaFounder and former CEO1993–2006Kumar Mahadeva founded Cognizant Technology Solutions in 1993, an IT services and consulting company that provides technology modernization and digital transformation services to large enterprises. Prior to establishing Cognizant, he served as Chairman of Dun & Bradstreet India and China and held positions at AT&T, McKinsey and Company, and the BBC; he holds a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from Cambridge University and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
FDFrancisco D'Souza
Francisco D'SouzaCo-founder · Vice Chairman Of The Board2019–2020Francisco D'Souza co-founded and led Cognizant Technology Solutions as CEO for 12 years, during which the company grew to over $16 billion in revenue and approximately 282,000 employees. He holds a BBA from the University of Macau and an MBA from Carnegie Mellon's Tepper School of Business, and currently serves as co-founder and managing partner of Recognize, a technology investment platform.

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Investor Relations | Cognizantinvestors.cognizant.com · Aug 2026Cognizant Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results | Cognizantinvestors.cognizant.com · Jul 2026

Frequently asked questions

What does Cognizant do?
Cognizant is an IT services and consulting company that helps enterprises modernize technology, redesign processes, and transform customer experiences using AI. It serves large companies across industries with technology modernization and digital transformation services.
Who founded Cognizant?
Cognizant was founded by Kumar Mahadeva, Francisco D'Souza.
Who are Cognizant's investors?
Cognizant's investors include Silver Lake Partners.
Where is Cognizant headquartered?
Cognizant is headquartered in Teaneck, US.