“It's rather unfortunate that much of the dialogue around the future of work has been on the number of jobs that will be lost and so on,” writes Forbes contributor Adi Gaskell. “It's a...

“A ‘We are in it together’ spirit is vital for effective infusion of artificial intelligence [AI],” writes Poornima Ramaswamy. “Companies that succeed in instilling an empowered mindset...

“The raging debate over privacy has only gotten bigger in the wake of GDPR,” writes Robert Brown. “Trust is now a competitive factor. How do businesses earn it? How do they keep data open,...

“We shouldn’t underestimate the power of human imagination and adaptability,” says Manish Bahl. “But as our conceptualisation of ‘jobs’ changes, so too does our need for tech-centric...

Cognizant's Manju Kygonahally recently discussed the role of artificial intelligence in creative industries in IDG Connect, UK. Click here to read the article: https://bit.ly/2PXDWIj (Site...

“Take the case of a self-driving car killing a pedestrian. Who would you hold responsible – the car maker, software developer, insurance provider?” asks Manish Bahl. “Machines are becoming...

"There is the need for a complete makeover of how businesses view their talent pool and approach employee learning and development,” says Stefaan Van Hooydonk. Excerpts: How have the learning...

“Textbooks are of no relevance once a student has passed a particular class,” says Manish Bahl. “The process of buying textbooks and using them for once will change.” Excerpts:...

Cognizant's Abhijit Deb recently discussed how the financial services sector can add more value to the payments process in The Global Treasurer, UK. Click here to read the article:...

“By taking a proactive approach, companies can define ways to embed intelligence and value-added services into existing products, and look at ways to edge competitors,” writes Aan S. Chauhan....

“The angst that many people are feeling in a world where machines can do everything can only be calmed by creating new, better work for people to do, says Ben Pring. Excerpts: “IT services...

“The launch of the employee volunteering platform by the Prime Minister has come at the most appropriate time. The current generation of students entering the workplace is very keen on giving...

“Always have a plan,” says Trish Birch. “Be clear about your priorities and what you want.” Excerpts: “Trish’s professional experience has spanned healthcare, business and technology...

"A lot of the jobs of the future are jobs [that are being done] today," said Benjamin Pring, director of the Center for the Future of Work at Cognizant. "That everyone would be a computer...

“The road to digital presents numerous challenges as organizations strive to leverage advanced digital technologies to meet business demands, speed time to value and improve agility,” writes...

“Our belief is that there’s going to be a lot more known experience driving customer behaviour and how we manage banking in the future, it’s not just going to be about routine processing,...

“In addition to adding growth, our acquisitions have also brought learnings around methodology, process and technologies; local delivery scale; advisory capabilities; training and enablement...

“AI is the next generation of tool that – as tools have always done – allow people to do things faster, easier and more proficiently that they could without tools,” writes Ben Pring. “AI...

“The alogorithms and solutions being developed are proprietary,” says Madhuraj Jadav. “Therefore, we perceive that the overall opportunity is significantly higher with high growth...

“Leaders that can separate blockchain noise from reality and adopt a flexible strategy in overcoming the inevitable business-technology and cultural challenges that occur along the way will be...

“Leaders that can separate blockchain noise from reality and adopt a flexible strategy in overcoming the inevitable business-technology and cultural challenges that occur along the way will be...

“Augmented humanity advancements have begun to revolutionize human lives by defining a new ‘normal’,” writes Aan S. Chauhan. “At the end of the day, humans have one thing that could...

“In connecting with and anthropomorphising technology, we might ask ourselves if we are losing something that makes us human,” writes Denham Pinder. “In fact, we are not. We are only trying...

“Leadership isn’t simply an intellectual challenge,” writes Denham Pinder. “Leaders are now being held responsible in the battle to digitise and innovate at a great scale.” Excerpts:...

“In connecting with and anthropomorphising technology, we might ask ourselves if we are losing something that makes us human,” writes Denham Pinder. “In fact, we are not. We are only trying...

"AI has the potential to ensure inclusion in workforce, but we need to ensure that it leads there,” said Paul Roehrig. “It can be used as a part of the solution to bring about gender parity,...

“The arrival of the WhatsApp API for business could revolutionise how businesses engage with customers via text,” says Ben Pring. “It not only provides a cost-effective option for...

Vera Bergen of SRF 3 discusses five jobs of the future based on Cognizant’s 21 Jobs of the Future study. Click on the links to hear the audio in German. Excerpts: “In its study ‘21 Jobs of...

“To compete and grow, insurers must adopt new technologies to build deeper, richer relationships with their partners and customers,” writes Sanjiv Gossain. “Only by investing in new...

“Organisational change will make or break digital success,” writes Guarav Sharma. “Without the support of your most important assets – your employees – companies will find themselves one...

“The future of work is going to be hybrid and that is where the organizations can turn machines and humans into collaborative colleagues which can together generate much better results,” says...

“We’re very happy to be expanding in the Irving market,” said Karen McLoughlin. “Our new delivery center will not only bring 1,100 new jobs over the next five years, but our expanded...

“For Australian banks and financial institutions, blockchain isn’t going anywhere and the stakes are far too high for the industry to collectively take a wait-and-see approach,” writes...

“The future now rests on how we treat and manage data,” writes Robert Brown. “The long view of the future of privacy is that corporate leaders, companies and countries that do this...

“Vitana is a prime example of the way we are transforming the Insurance industry through digital,” said Ben Bengston. “Through the use of blockchain technology, we are able to essentially...

“Customers are eager for increasingly authentic relationships with their favourite brands, including greater convenience and better targeted offerings,” writes Guarav Sharma. “Data analytics...

“Eliminating the claims process for certain products is a game-changer for both insurance companies and consumers,” said Ben Bengston. “By using blockchain technology, insurance companies...

“AI has endless possibilities to make products and industries more personalised, faster, more secure, and smarter,” says Ben Pring. “With the right preparation, training, and planning we can...

“We plan to train 250 individuals over the next 12 months,” says Eric Westphal. “The new delivery center in Mesa, coupled with our partnership with Maricopa Corporate College will not only...

"Look at the number of the new skills that people have to acquire, and the number of digitally trained experts that we need,” says Jayajyoti Sengupta. “We are going to train millions of...

“We are pleased to have the opportunity to not only expand our presence in Arizona, but also to provide technical training for in-demand digital economy jobs in partnership with Maricopa...

“Machines can do more, but there is always more to do that almost always needs humans,” says Manish Bahl. “Can a machine create itself, market itself, sell itself or fix itself? Machines are...

“There are still a few challenges that need to be overcome,” says Rohit Gupta. “Increased awareness and confidence in the model is an obvious one. Perhaps most importantly, the cultural...

“In the digital age, where products and services are rapidly outdated and emerging from new technology creates new demands from customers, it is no longer appropriate for insurance companies to...

“In a rapidly changing business environment driven by digital disruptions, banks must upgrade their legacy IT to state-of-the-art core banking systems in order to be agile and seize the benefits...

“While financial services are leading the way in embracing digital, two things have to work in tandem: providing exemplary customer service, and adherence to regulatory compliance,” writes...

“Data now sits at the heart of the modern shopping experience, and retailers all over the world have introduced new technologies to help improve the shopping experience,” writes Scott Clarke....

“Today, the automotive industry is undergoing a definite shift in terms of technology, as well as ownership models,” writes Prasad Satyavolu. “While there is a significant increase in...

“Healthcare organizations must face new and necessary business and technology change to meaningfully capitalize on the promise of the digital era,” writes Vinayambika Kidiyur. “From...

“Correspondent banking is fundamentally a people-led business, built on assurance, predictability and quality of service,” writes Abhijit Deb. “By improving efficiency through use of...