Cognizant Launches AI Services Unit for Emerging Enterprises

Oct 5, 2026
Cognizant Activate will provide AI, data, cybersecurity, cloud and managed services to companies with $1 billion to $5 billion in annual revenue.

Cognizant announced in a press release the launch of Cognizant Activate, a business unit serving companies with $1 billion to $5 billion in annual revenue. The unit will provide AI and technology services through an operating model designed for companies below Global 2000 scale.

Cognizant Activate will offer preconfigured solutions covering data and AI, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, cloud modernization and managed services. Its initial industry focus includes financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, retail and consumer packaged goods.

The unit will use integrated teams and assign one engagement lead from initial discussions through delivery. Its services will also include existing Cognizant technology partnerships, AI tools and global delivery resources.

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