Cognizant has earned a 2019 IBM Beacon Award for Outstanding Hybrid Cloud Solution. Revealed at the IBM PartnerWorld at Think conference in San Francisco, California on February 11, 2019, Cognizant was selected by a panel of expert judges consisting of IBM executives, industry analysts and industry experts.

Recognized for its work with a major healthcare provider in the U.S., Cognizant delivered a hybrid cloud environment using IBM’s cloud software technologies to create Virtual Clinical Visits. The solution allows patients to visit physicians virtually and receive care anytime and anywhere for non-life-threatening conditions.

“This award reflects Cognizant’s commitment to building Hybrid Cloud solutions that drive specific business outcomes while simultaneously improving the customer experience,” said Alfredo Reyes III, Integration Practice Leader- Integrated Process Management Practice, Cognizant. “The healthcare industry today faces numerous challenges differentiating themselves with customers while also needing to transform their mid and back offices to realize greater efficiencies at lower costs. Our work, coupled with IBM’s award, is a testament to our ability to digitally transform complex processes in the healthcare industry.”

Cognizant was selected among dozens of global applicants based on an in-depth application process that included customer testimonials. This win is a testament not only to its commitment to innovation, but also to its customers and their satisfaction and business growth. 

Cognizant was one of 18 award winners and dozens of finalists for categories encompassing a wide range of solution and services areas – from analytics and cloud to security and customer engagement. The IBM Beacon Awards program recognizes IBM Business Partners that deliver exceptional solutions to help drive business value and transform the way clients and industries operate. For more information about the 2019 IBM Beacon Awards, including details on all winners and finalists, click here.