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Cognizant and Google Cloud to drive technological innovation in Saudi Arabia

This partnership comes off the back of several additional announcements between Cognizant and Google Cloud.

Cognizant and Google Cloud have joined forces in the Saudi region, announcing a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, with a keen focus on generative AI, data modernisation, and application migration.

At the core of this collaboration lies Google Cloud’s Gemini, a generative AI platform designed to empower developers, data scientists, and IT professionals to create intelligent solutions that revolutionise industries.

Cognizant’s expertise in data modernisation will be instrumental in unlocking the value of data for Saudi enterprises. Together, Cognizant and Google Cloud will enable organisations to harness the power of data analytics, streamline processes, and foster innovation.

With a dedicated team of experts, Cognizant is committed to investing significantly in the Kingdom, providing tailored solutions, training, and support to local businesses to thrive in the digital era.

This collaboration signifies a milestone in the longstanding relationship between Google Cloud and Cognizant. By synergising their strengths, they aim to deliver transformative outcomes for clients across industries, particularly in the travel and hospitality, financial, and public sectors.

Speaking about the collaboration, Bader Almadi, Saudi Country Manager at Google Cloud, said: “This collaboration with Cognizant marks a new era of innovation in Saudi Arabia. With a solid foundation laid by our longstanding partnership, we are committed to tailoring our efforts to meet the unique needs of the Saudi market. Our primary objective is to unlock the transformative potential of AI, empowering businesses to enhance operational efficiency, elevating customer experiences, and driving growth throughout Saudi Arabia and the wider region.”

Tarek Zarg El Aioun, Managing Director at Cognizant Saudi Arabia, added: “Our partnership with Google Cloud in Saudi Arabia represents a significant opportunity to leverage our extensive expertise in digital transformation and integrate it with the state-of-the-art AI solutions offered by Google Cloud. Building on Cognizant’s proven track record of delivering transformative outcomes worldwide, this collaboration positions us to lead innovation, drive significant advancements across industries, and help ensure that Saudi Arabia is situated at the forefront of the technological landscape.”

This partnership builds upon previous announcements between Cognizant and Google Cloud, including the launch of Google Innovation Centres and the establishment of a new Cognizant Google Cloud AI University to train professionals and clients, as well as the development of healthcare large language model solutions.