Cognizant
Coverage of Cognizant in the Nexus archive.
- Major glitch in Matrix as UK government projects watchdog rates shared services cluster red
The UK government's Matrix shared services project, part of a £4.3 billion strategy to consolidate departments onto shared tech platforms, has been rated red by NISTA due to 'major issues' in planning and delivery. The project, involving Workday and Cognizant, faces delays pushing its go-live to late 2026 and risks from departments' inability to secure testing experts. Treasury and Education have delayed joining despite Cabinet Office claims their participation is mandatory.
- Business is moving past the tech bro era and learning to value ‘real people, real places’
The article discusses the shift in business leadership from the 'tech bro era' to valuing diverse expertise and real-world experiences. Steve Case and David Rubenstein, both non-tech founders, highlight the importance of inclusive innovation beyond Silicon Valley, emphasizing vertical AI and partnerships in sectors like healthcare and agriculture. Their ventures focus on revitalizing 'real people, real places' in an AI-driven world.
- Snowflake CEO says there’s a big myth at the heart of every org chart
Snowflake CEO Sridhar Ramaswamy discusses the myth of rigid job specializations in organizations, emphasizing the importance of valuing all employees in the AI era. He highlights Snowflake's recent successful quarter and contrasts his leadership approach with peers who undervalue non-tech roles.