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India’s Cybersecurity Imperative: Safeguarding a Digital Nation

India’s Cybersecurity Imperative: Safeguarding a Digital Nation

India is at a pivotal juncture in a rapidly advancing tech world. The nation’s economic, social, and political fabric is woven into cyberspace, manifesting a digital-centric existence. While this digital revolution opens a plethora of opportunities, it also exposes India to a host of vulnerabilities.

India has made significant strides, from widespread adoption of e-governance to the thriving e-commerce ecosystem. The “Digital India” campaign, a flagship government initiative, has played a pivotal role in this transformation.

Cigniti Wins ISG Case Study Standout Award for its AI/ML Solution in the Education Industry

26th October, Hyderabad, India: Cigniti Technologies, the world's leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company, is honored to receive the ISG Case Study Standout Award in the Education category for its AI/ML decision-making predictive model work for Adelphoi, a leading non-profit organization based in the US.

ISG Case Study Standouts—an evolution of the ISG Digital Case Study Awards program—recognize the best-in-class work of service providers in collaboration with enterprise clients. Companies worldwide submitted their case studies, which underwent validation by the client organization and ISG digital researchers, resulting in a selection based on a comprehensive analysis of the real-world effects of digital transformation on the client's business and the distinctiveness of the provider's solutions.

Adelphoi is a non-profit organization that provides outcome-based solutions for neglected, delinquent, abused, and other at-risk children and their families, combining treatment and mental health services. Cigniti's case study recognition for Adelphoi is for its AI/ML decision-making predictive model that leveraged historical data to recommend the most suitable treatment program for each child, enhancing overall care and minimizing the percentage of 'return to care.'

"The accelerated adoption of digital technologies and business models was strongly evident in the case studies we received this year," said Paul Reynolds, ISG partner and chief research officer. "The Cigniti Technologies case study with Adelphoi is a standout example of how AI/ML can be a differentiator to accelerate product development and attain first-mover advantage in a new and unexplored market."

Commenting on this recognition, Srikanth Chakkilam, CEO of Cigniti Technologies, stated, "We are happy to receive the ISG Case Study Standout award for Cigniti's expertise in operationalizing data to build a reliable and validated model for Adelphoi. This case study is a classic example of leveraging Technology for Good. AI/ML is experiencing an unprecedented boom, transforming how businesses operate, and this recognition underscores Cigniti's position as the frontrunner in harnessing the power of AI/ML for tangible, real-world results. At Cigniti, we offer transformative solutions that bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and real-world impact. This accolade reflects Cigniti's unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence in leveraging technology for positive change to all our global clients."

Mark Mortimer, COO of Adelphoi, commented, "We are thrilled to have collaborated with Cigniti Technologies on this ground-breaking project. Their dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment to excellence have culminated in a transformative predictive analytics software model. This software will reduce treatment time and improve outcomes for countless youth in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems."

To read the case study, click here.

About Cigniti Technologies
Cigniti Technologies Limited (NSE: CIGNITITEC; BSE: 534758) is the world's leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering Services Company. 4200+ Cignitians worldwide help Fortune 500 & Global 2000 enterprises across 25 countries accelerate their digital transformation journey across various stages of digital adoption and help them achieve market leadership by providing transformation services leveraging IP and platform-led innovation with expertise across multiple verticals and domains. Our industry-leading digital assurance and AI-led digital engineering services are helping global customers with measurable outcomes, millions of dollars of savings, and significant ROI. We are headquartered in Hyderabad, India, with global offices spread across the USA, Canada, UK, UAE, Australia, South Africa, Czech Republic, and Singapore.

For media inquiries, please contact:
Midhun Pingili, AVP – Marketing | +91 8886093093 | Midhun.pingili@cigniti.com

Cigniti Achieves TISAX Label 2 Certification with Maturity Level 3 in the Automotive Industry

London, 5th October: Cigniti Technologies Limited, the world’s leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering Services company, has achieved the Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange (TISAX) Label 2 Certification with Maturity Level 3 for its Digital Assurance and Quality Engineering Services in the India and Europe regions in the Automotive Industry.

TISAX is an association of leading German automakers and their top suppliers, aiming to safeguard intellectual property, ensure security, and uphold privacy regulations throughout the automotive supply chain. ENX, a renowned German association, issues this globally recognized certification.

Srikanth Chakkilam, CEO and Director, Cigniti Technologies Inc stated “ The automotive industry is one of the most targeted sectors for cyberattacks, with an average of 270 attacks per organization per day in 2022 according to recent reports. In light of these risks, it is more important than ever for automotive suppliers to implement robust cybersecurity measures. This recognition underscores our commitment to delivering the highest standards of quality and security in our Digital Assurance and Quality Engineering services to our global clients. At Cigniti, we remain committed to delivering excellence, and together with our clients, we will continue to drive innovation and secure success in an increasingly interconnected world.”

Commenting on the achievement, Cigniti’s Chief Delivery Officer, Raghu Krovvidy stated "As the automotive industry races towards a future defined by innovation and digital transformation, cybersecurity stands as the cornerstone of trust and reliability. The mandate for TISAX certification echoes the industry's commitment to safeguarding critical data and ensuring the resilience of our interconnected ecosystem. Cigniti’s achievement of the esteemed TISAX Label 2 Certification with Maturity Level 3 is a testament to our unwavering dedication to security excellence. This milestone propels us into the role of a trusted partner for manufacturers, OEMs, and global automotive clients, empowering them to accelerate their digital journeys with confidence and assurance."

About Cigniti Technologies:
Cigniti Technologies Limited (NSE: CIGNITITEC; BSE: 534758) is the world's leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company. 4200+ Cignitians worldwide help Fortune 500 & Global 2000 enterprises across 25 countries accelerate their digital transformation journey across various stages of digital adoption and help them achieve market leadership by providing transformation services leveraging IP & platform-led innovation with expertise across multiple verticals and domains. Our industry-leading Digital Assurance and AI-led Digital Engineering services are helping global customers with measurable outcomes, millions of dollars of savings, and significant ROI. We are headquartered in Hyderabad, India, with global offices spread across the USA, Canada, UK, UAE, Australia, South Africa, Czech Republic, Singapore, and Costa Rica. To know more about Cigniti, visit: www.cigniti.com

For media inquiries, please contact:
Midhun Pingili
AVP – Marketing
+91 8886093093
Midhun.pingili@cigniti.com

Cigniti Technologies Recognized as a Leader in Everest Group’s Quality Engineering Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2023

Dallas, September 21, 2023 - Cigniti Technologies, the world's leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company, has been recognized as a Leader in the Quality Engineering (QE) Specialist Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2023 from Everest Group. This recognition marks a significant shift for Cigniti, which was previously positioned as a "Major Contender" for the past two years.

The report by Everest Group cites that in today’s dynamic business landscape, the enterprise technology landscape is rapidly evolving, and software products are taking center stage. The need for faster time-to-market has become imperative, driving frequent releases and the adoption of both shift-left and shift-right approaches. Quality Engineering (QE) now holds heightened importance as expectations for superior products soar. Providers are channeling investments into innovation and enhanced capabilities to support enterprises in their journey toward quality transformation. With such objectives, enterprises are looking to partner with providers that can understand their QE goals and suggest solutions that fit within their complex technology ecosystem and processes.

"As enterprises increase their technology investments to revolutionize their conventional business models, the expectations from the quality function have grown exponentially. To ensure business and technology success, enterprises now realize the need to embed best-fit quality engineering solutions that can serve its complex technology architecture as well as development processes. Consequently, enterprises are actively partnering with specialist quality engineering providers. These providers play a vital role in propelling innovation with their laser-sharp focus in the quality engineering space, guiding their enterprise clients through a transformative journey toward becoming a quality-first organization," said Alisha Mittal, Vice President, Everest Group."Cigniti emerges as a Leader in Everest Group's Quality Engineering (QE) Specialist Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2023, owing to its a comprehensive solution portfolio in the QE services space, which is further fortified by their ongoing investments in in-house solutions such as BlueSwan and their robust partnership network."

Commenting on this milestone, Srikanth Chakkilam, CEO & Director of Cigniti Technologies Inc, stated, "We are elated to be recognized again as a Quality Engineering Leader by a global analyst. It is an affirmation of our relentless pursuit of excellence in Quality Engineering. This recognition is a testament and a reflection of Cignitians worldwide who are putting their best foot forward to ensure our clients leverage the power of software quality to win the digital landscape. In today’s contemporary business landscape, the role of Quality Engineering has shifted from being a typical service offering to embracing a Business Assurance mindset.”

“This fundamental shift has empowered us to test performance and to ensure it for businesses actively. Cigniti is committed to maintaining its leadership position in the Quality Engineering space by consistently exceeding client expectations and pushing the boundaries of innovation,” Srikanth added.

Cigniti's Chief Marketing Officer, Sairam Vedam, stated, "Being positioned as a 'Leader' in the PEAK Matrix® Assessment is a reflection of the consistent ascent of Cigniti over the years to a stage where we are becoming a champion of quality first approaches to help accelerate the digital business outcomes of our clients the world over. We believe that in a software-led world that increasingly results in global businesses being digitally reimagined, deep-rooted quality engineering expertise is a must for clients to leap ahead. By being at the forefront of AI and IP-led innovation through our platform, BlueSwan, we are transcending innovation and value creation frontiers.”

“Automation, Acceleration, and Assurance are the three pillars of our commitment to ensure frictionless, impeccable digital customer experiences to help our customers truly become market leaders. We are truly honored with this recognition,” Sai said.

Access the full report here.

About Cigniti Technologies:
Cigniti Technologies Limited (NSE: CIGNITITEC; BSE: 534758) is the world's leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company. 4200+ Cignitians worldwide help Fortune 500 & Global 2000 enterprises across 25 countries accelerate their digital transformation journey across various stages of digital adoption and help them achieve market leadership by providing transformation services leveraging IP & platform-led innovation with expertise across multiple verticals and domains. Our industry-leading Digital Assurance and AI-led Digital Engineering services are helping global customers with measurable outcomes, millions of dollars of savings, and significant ROI. We are headquartered in Hyderabad, India, with global offices spread across the USA, Canada, UK, UAE, Australia, South Africa, Czech Republic, Singapore, and Costa Rica. To know more about Cigniti, visit: www.cigniti.com

For media inquiries, please contact:
Midhun Pingili
+91 8886093093
Midhun.pingili@cigniti.com

ISG Recognizes Cigniti as a Contender in Digital Innovation Services & Managed Services in the ISG Provider Lens™ Retail & CPG Services 2023

Dallas, 28 August 2023 - Cigniti Technologies, the world's leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company, has been recognized as a Contender in Digital Innovation Services and Managed Services categories in the US and Europe regions in the ISG Provider Lens™ Retail & CPG Services 2023 Study.

The study evaluates service providers based on their ability to address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by organizations within the Retail & CPG sector.

Philip Carnelley, Lead Analyst from ISG, said, "Cigniti’s capabilities in Digital Engineering and Digital Assurance make it a contender for large and medium-sized US and European Retail/CPG companies to consider for their digital innovation journeys. Notable capabilities include innovations in domain-specific use cases around Computer Vision, Robotics, and Data Engineering alongside considerable strength in Managed Services, especially in the testing arena, combined with experience in all the major applications software suppliers.”

Srikanth Chakkilam, CEO of Cigniti Technologies, stated, "Being acknowledged by ISG as a contender in the Digital Innovation Services and Managed Services showcases our commitment to solidify our retail presence while expanding into other promising areas. The new digital technological advancements are transforming the retail customer experience, leading to substantial investments in this area. Retail remains one of our top revenue-generating verticals, constituting over 23% of our revenue. Throughout our journey, we have collaborated with Global 2000 and Fortune 500 Retail and CPG companies delivering Digital assurance services. This recognition motivates us to have deeper conversations with our customers to understand and accelerate their digital journeys.”

Sairam Vedam, CMO of Cigniti Technologies, added, "Cigniti's recognition as a Contender in Digital Innovation Services and Managed Services by ISG in the US and Europe regions underscores our commitment to driving transformative solutions. We take pride in our AI & IP-led approach, which empowers Retail & CPG companies with cutting-edge Digital Engineering and Digital Assurance capabilities to enhance customer experiences and contribute to the success of businesses in the retail and CPG sectors. Our expertise in emerging technologies such as Computer Vision, Robotics, Data Engineering, and more positions us as a valuable partner for organizations seeking innovation and excellence in this dynamic sector.”

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For media inquiries, please contact:
Midhun Pingili
Sr. Director, Marketing
+91 8886093093
Midhun.pingili@cigniti.com

ISG Recognizes Cigniti as a Contender in Digital Innovation Services & Managed Services in the ISG Provider Lens™ Retail & CPG Services 2023

Dallas, 28 August 2023 - Cigniti Technologies, the world's leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company, has been recognized as a Contender in Digital Innovation Services and Managed Services categories in the US and Europe regions in the ISG Provider Lens™ Retail & CPG Services 2023 Study.

The study evaluates service providers based on their ability to address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by organizations within the Retail & CPG sector.

Philip Carnelley, Lead Analyst from ISG, said, "Cigniti’s capabilities in Digital Engineering and Digital Assurance make it a contender for large and medium-sized US and European Retail/CPG companies to consider for their digital innovation journeys. Notable capabilities include innovations in domain-specific use cases around Computer Vision, Robotics, and Data Engineering alongside considerable strength in Managed Services, especially in the testing arena, combined with experience in all the major applications software suppliers.”

Srikanth Chakkilam, CEO of Cigniti Technologies, stated, "Being acknowledged by ISG as a contender in the Digital Innovation Services and Managed Services showcases our commitment to solidify our retail presence while expanding into other promising areas. The new digital technological advancements are transforming the retail customer experience, leading to substantial investments in this area. Retail remains one of our top revenue-generating verticals, constituting over 23% of our revenue. Throughout our journey, we have collaborated with Global 2000 and Fortune 500 Retail and CPG companies delivering Digital assurance services. This recognition motivates us to have deeper conversations with our customers to understand and accelerate their digital journeys.”

Sairam Vedam, CMO of Cigniti Technologies, added, "Cigniti's recognition as a Contender in Digital Innovation Services and Managed Services by ISG in the US and Europe regions underscores our commitment to driving transformative solutions. We take pride in our AI & IP-led approach, which empowers Retail & CPG companies with cutting-edge Digital Engineering and Digital Assurance capabilities to enhance customer experiences and contribute to the success of businesses in the retail and CPG sectors. Our expertise in emerging technologies such as Computer Vision, Robotics, Data Engineering, and more positions us as a valuable partner for organizations seeking innovation and excellence in this dynamic sector.”

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Cigniti Technologies reports the financial results for Q1FY24

Consolidated Revenue Rs. 439.53 crores and Net Profit Rs. 44.56 Cr
Standalone Revenue Rs. 190.30 crores and Net Profit Rs. 27.16 Cr

Consolidated Financial Performance for Q1YF24 v/s Q1FY23 (Corresponding Year)

  • Revenue of Rs. 439.53 crore v/s. Rs. 377.97 crore [16.3%]
  • Reported EBITDA of Rs. 62.07 crore v/s. Rs. 44.55 crore [39.3%]
  • PAT of Rs. 44.56 crore v/s. Rs. 31.00 crore [43.7%]

Consolidated Financial Performance for Q1FY24 v/s Q4FY23 (Sequential Quarter)

  • Revenue of Rs. 439.53 crore v/s. Rs. 424.97 crore [3.4%]
  • EBITDA reported of Rs. 62.07 crore v/s. Rs. 68.37 crore [-9.2%]
  • PAT of Rs. 44.56 crore v/s. Rs. 49.24 crore [-9.5%]

Hyderabad, 28th July 2023: Cigniti Technologies Limited, the world’s leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company, announced the consolidated financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2023.

For the quarter under consideration, the company's consolidated revenue from operations stood at Rs. 439.53 crore as against Rs. 424.97 crore in Q4FY23.

EBITDA margin for the June quarter is at 14.1% and stood at Rs. 62.07 crore as against Rs. 68.37 crore in Q4FY23.

The company’s reported Net Profit for Q1FY24 stood at Rs.44.56 crore as against Rs. 49.24 crore in Q4FY23.

Commenting on the results, Mr. Srikanth Chakkilam, Chief Executive Officer, said, "We have achieved a reasonable performance in Q1FY24 given the headwinds in the economy. We continue to observe the environment cautiously and work towards achieving sustainable growth in the coming quarters.

During the quarter, the Company has made inroads into the digital engineering space with its top 50 clients. The company is confident that its relentless focus on delivering high-quality solutions to its clients, along with innovative service offerings, shall result in enhanced performance."

Highlights for the quarter ended June 30, 2023:

  • Revenue from the top 5 clients contributed approximately 23.12% of the Revenue.
  • BFSI, Retail & e-commerce and Travel & Transport sectors contributed in a major way to the revenue for Q1’FY24
  • Revenue splits geographically: North America & Canada – 83.06%, UK & Europe – 9%, Rest of the World – 7.94%.

Furthermore, we take immense pride in the recent acknowledgments we have received.

  • Nelson Hall’s NEAT report "Quality Engineering 2023" has recognized us as a Leader in Overall Quality Engineering, AI-based Analytics and Automation, Application Security Testing, Cloud Migration, and RPA.
  • The leading analyst firm also acknowledged Cigniti as an Innovator in UX Testing and a Major Player in ERP and COTS Testing. These accolades reflect our continued focus on innovation and the pursuit of excellence.
  • Additionally, ISG recognized Cigniti as a Product Challenger and Contender in the US and Europe Regions in the ISG Provider Lens™ Digital Engineering Services 2023 study.”

About Cigniti Technologies Limited:
Cigniti Technologies Limited (NSE: CIGNITITEC; BSE: 534758) is the world’s leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company. Headquartered in Hyderabad, India, Cigniti’s 4200+ employees help Fortune 500 and Global 2000 enterprises across 25 countries accelerate their digital transformation journey across various stages of digital adoption and help them achieve market leadership by providing transformation services leveraging IP and platform-led innovation with expertise across multiple verticals and domains. To learn more, visit www.cigniti.com.

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Midhun Pingili
Cigniti Technologies
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Email: midhun.pingili@cigniti.com

Cigniti’s IP, ZastraTM, has been Recognized in the “The Computer Vision Tools Landscape, Q2 2023” Report by Independent Research Firm

Dallas, July 25, 2023 - Cigniti Technologies, the world's leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company, is delighted to announce that for the first time that its IP, ZastraTM, has been recognized as one of the notable vendors in Forrester's report titled "The Computer Vision Tools Landscape, Q2 2023."

Zastra™, Cigniti’s Computer Vision (CV) Platform offering is identified in the report as a general purpose foundation, built to be extensible, that can be used to build any type of application. As an Enterprise-grade Annotation & Collaboration Platform for Digital Engineering services, ZastraTM employs advanced Active Learning techniques, reducing annotation efforts by up to 70% while ensuring top-notch detection, classification, and segmentation of image and video datasets.

The report states that “Computer vision technologies are still evolving — with advances in modeling, data labeling, and tool development continuing to push this space forward decades after its first emergence. CV tools can offer state-of-the-art technologies and provide use-case-specific functions that make pervasive AI possible. Hyperscalers are promoting computer vision services as an extension of their AI/ML platforms. Pure-play vendors have prioritized verticals and are expanding coverage to more types of customers. Tech leaders and business professionals will face a plethora of vendor options and should pay attention to the market dynamics”

Srikanth Chakkilam, Chief Executive Officer, Cigniti Technologies, said, "According to recent reports, the majority of companies with data and analytics decision-makers who are adopting AI technologies are planning to boost their investments in computer and machine vision in the upcoming year. From enhancing medical diagnoses to improving quality control in manufacturing, Computer Vision is transforming operations and unlocking new opportunities across industries. For us, this recognition further bolsters ZastraTM’s industry-proven capabilities as a computer vision tool that helps global organizations harness the power of AI in their digital transformation journeys.”

Sairam Vedam, Chief Marketing Officer at Cigniti Technologies, added, “The recognition of ZastraTM in Forrester's report is, in our opinion, a testament to the company's expertise in computer vision and its commitment to delivering innovative solutions. ZastraTM empowers organizations to enhance visual analysis and optimize various computer vision use cases through its comprehensive suite of tools, frameworks, and methodologies. We are proud to contribute to the future of computer vision and remain committed to driving innovation in the Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering space and be at the frontiers of an AI-led future.”

Forrester defines Computer Vision tools as "Software tools, software development kits (SDKs), and platforms that assist in both the development and deployment of computer vision models for multiple enterprise-level use cases. They include tools for data ingestion, data augmentation, model training, testing, and/or deployment."

Access the full report here.

About Cigniti Technologies:
Cigniti Technologies Limited (NSE: CIGNITITEC; BSE: 534758) is the World's Leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering Services Company. 4200+ Cignitians worldwide help Fortune 500 & Global 2000 enterprises across 24 countries accelerate their digital transformation journey across various stages of digital adoption and help them achieve market leadership by providing transformation services leveraging IP & Platform-led innovation with expertise across multiple verticals and domains. Our industry-leading digital assurance and AI-led digital engineering services are helping global customers with measurable outcomes, millions of dollars of savings, and significant ROI. We are headquartered in Hyderabad, India, with global offices spread across the USA, Canada, UK, UAE, Australia, South Africa, Czech Republic, and Singapore. To know more about Cigniti, visit: www.cigniti.com

For media inquiries, please contact:
Midhun Pingili
Sr. Director, Marketing
+91 8886093093
Midhun.pingili@cigniti.com

Cigniti’s IP, ZastraTM, has been Recognized in the “The Computer Vision Tools Landscape, Q2 2023” Report by Independent Research Firm

Dallas, July 25, 2023 - Cigniti Technologies, the world's leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company, is delighted to announce that for the first time that its IP, ZastraTM, has been recognized as one of the notable vendors in Forrester's report titled "The Computer Vision Tools Landscape, Q2 2023."

Zastra™, Cigniti’s Computer Vision (CV) Platform offering is identified in the report as a general purpose foundation, built to be extensible, that can be used to build any type of application. As an Enterprise-grade Annotation & Collaboration Platform for Digital Engineering services, ZastraTM employs advanced Active Learning techniques, reducing annotation efforts by up to 70% while ensuring top-notch detection, classification, and segmentation of image and video datasets.

The report states that “Computer vision technologies are still evolving — with advances in modeling, data labeling, and tool development continuing to push this space forward decades after its first emergence. CV tools can offer state-of-the-art technologies and provide use-case-specific functions that make pervasive AI possible. Hyperscalers are promoting computer vision services as an extension of their AI/ML platforms. Pure-play vendors have prioritized verticals and are expanding coverage to more types of customers. Tech leaders and business professionals will face a plethora of vendor options and should pay attention to the market dynamics”

The Role of Soft Skills in the AI Era

The Role of Soft Skills in the AI Era

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the world of work. Many tasks that humans once performed are now being automated by AI systems. There are growing concerns that AI might lead to job losses. However, there is also a growing recognition that AI will create new jobs requiring different skills than those currently in demand. While AI excels in efficiency and automation, it often lacks the necessary human touch for emotional understanding, creativity, and complex problem-solving.

Cigniti Recognized as a Leader, Innovator, and Major Player in the NelsonHall’s Latest NEAT Assessment Report: “Quality Engineering, 2023”

Dallas, Jul 20, 2023 - Cigniti Technologies, the world's leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company, is recognized as a Leader in Overall Quality Engineering, AI-based Analytics and Automation, Application Security Testing, Cloud Migration, and RPA; Innovator in UX Testing and as a Major Player in ERP and COTS Testing in the NelsonHall's NEAT report "Quality Engineering 2023”.

NelsonHall has also published a profile report covering Cigniti's Quality Engineering capabilities and innovation investments in the testing and assurance world and also touched upon our Quality-led Digital Engineering Strategy/Roadmap.

Cigniti's consistent recognition as a Leader, Innovator, and Major Player in the NEAT report anchors its position as a trusted partner for global enterprises that are seeking to ensure the quality, security, and performance of their software applications.

Dominique Raviart, NelsonHall’s IT Services Practice Director, said “Since NelsonHall started evaluating Quality Engineering firms, Cigniti has consistently improved its positioning in our NEAT vendor evaluations. NelsonHall welcomes Cigniti’s automation investments in Functional Testing, such as its iNStaTM AI capability, and its investments beyond functional testing to include, for example, UX Testing.”

Srikanth Chakkilam, Chief Executive Officer at Cigniti Technologies, commented, "We are honored to receive this distinguished recognition from NelsonHall, solidifying our position as leaders in Quality Engineering. It reaffirms Cigniti's commitment to delivering cutting-edge Quality Engineering solutions and showcases its ability to drive innovation in the Software Testing industry. Our focus on AI-based analytics, automation, and cutting-edge technologies has enabled us to deliver exceptional client outcomes. Together, we will continue to lead the way in transforming the industry and exceeding our clients’ expectations by truly delivering frictionless digital customer experiences through impeccable Digital Assurance services.”

Sairam Vedam, Chief Marketing Officer at Cigniti Technologies, added, "Being positioned in NelsonHall's NEAT report is a testament to our continued recognition as a market leader. Our comprehensive portfolio of IP-led services, combined with a robust reference architecture and cutting-edge labs, showcases our dedication to delivering top-notch solutions. From Continuous Testing and Application Migration to Cloud Testing and AI-based automation and analytics, RPA, UX Testing, and Application Security Testing, we constantly enhance our IPs and tools. At Cigniti, we are not just shaping the future of software testing and quality engineering; we are redefining it. Our relentless pursuit of innovation and customer satisfaction is what sets us apart.”

Access the full report here.

About Cigniti Technologies:
Cigniti Technologies Limited (NSE: CIGNITITEC; BSE: 534758) is the world's leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company. 4200+ Cignitians worldwide help Fortune 500 & Global 2000 enterprises across 25 countries accelerate their digital transformation journey across various stages of digital adoption and help them achieve market leadership by providing transformation services leveraging IP & platform-led innovation with expertise across multiple verticals and domains. Our industry-leading Digital Assurance and AI-led Digital Engineering services are helping global customers with measurable outcomes, millions of dollars of savings, and significant ROI. We are headquartered in Hyderabad, India, with global offices spread across the USA, Canada, UK, UAE, Australia, South Africa, Czech Republic, Singapore, and Costa Rica. To know more about Cigniti, visit: www.cigniti.com

About NelsonHall:
NelsonHall is a renowned global research and advisory firm specializing in business process outsourcing (BPO), IT services, and digital transformation. With a wealth of expertise and industry insights, NelsonHall assists organizations in understanding market dynamics, identifying strategic opportunities, and making informed decisions to optimize their operational efficiency and achieve business objectives. By providing comprehensive analysis and vendor assessments, NelsonHall helps businesses navigate the rapidly evolving technology landscape and stay ahead in the competitive market. For more information visit https://research.nelson-hall.com/

For media inquiries, please contact:
Midhun Pingili
Sr. Director, Marketing
+91 8886093093
Midhun.pingili@cigniti.com

Cigniti Recognized as a Leader, Innovator, and Major Player in the NelsonHall’s Latest NEAT Assessment Report: “Quality Engineering, 2023”

Cigniti Technologies, the world’s leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company, is recognized as a Leader in Overall Quality Engineering, AI-based Analytics and Automation, Application Security Testing, Cloud Migration, and RPA; Innovator in UX Testing and as a Major Player in ERP and COTS Testing in the NelsonHall’s NEAT report “Quality Engineering 2023”.

NelsonHall has also published a profile report covering Cigniti’s Quality Engineering capabilities and innovation investments in the testing and assurance world and also touched upon our Quality-led Digital Engineering Strategy/Roadmap.

Cigniti’s consistent recognition as a Leader, Innovator, and Major Player in the NEAT report anchors its position as a trusted partner for global enterprises that are seeking to ensure the quality, security, and performance of their software applications.

How Does Generative AI technology Impact the Healthcare Industry and Its Security and Privacy?

How Does Generative AI technology Impact the Healthcare Industry and Its Security and Privacy?

Generative AI, a subset of artificial intelligence, has emerged as a powerful tool in healthcare, offering a range of benefits that have the potential to revolutionize medical research and patient care. Generative AI algorithms have the capability to create new and realistic data based on patterns and knowledge learned from existing datasets. In healthcare, this technology has shown promise in a variety of areas, including drug discovery, medical imaging analysis, and patient risk prediction. But there are also potential security and privacy risks as well.

ISG Recognizes Cigniti as “Product Challengers” and “Contenders” in the US and Europe Regions in the ISG Provider Lens™ Digital Engineering Services 2023 Study

Cigniti Technologies, the world’s leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company, is delighted to announce its recognition as Product Challengers and Contenders in the ISG Provider Lens™ Digital Engineering Services 2023 Study. This recognition is a testament to Cigniti's commitment to delivering innovative and transformative digital engineering solutions to its clients across the US and Europe regions.

  • In the US region, Cigniti has been recognized as Product Challengers in Design & Development, Integrated Customer/User Engagement, Platform & Application Services, and Contenders in Intelligent Operations quadrants.
  • In the Europe region, Cigniti has been recognized as Contenders in Design & Development, Integrated Customer/User Engagement, Platform & Application Services, and Intelligent Operations quadrants.

Srikanth Chakkilam, Chief Executive Officer at Cigniti Technologies, commented, "We are honored to be recognized as Product Challengers and Contenders in the ISG Provider Lens™ Digital Engineering Services 2023 Study. This recognition is a firm step towards our journey of becoming a leading quality-first digital engineering services player and accomplish our stated objectives. This acknowledgment validates our dedication to innovation and our ability to deliver high-quality digital engineering solutions to our clients. It reinforces our position as a trusted partner for organizations seeking quality-led digital engineering services where that can truly accelerate digital transformation and deliver enhanced customer experiences."

Sairam Vedam, Chief Marketing Officer at Cigniti Technologies, added, "We are delighted to receive this recognition from ISG. Being acknowledged as Product Challengers and Contenders in multiple quadrants demonstrates our expertise across different aspects of digital engineering services. This surely elevates our positioning in achieving significant mindshare amongst our customers to become a trusted partner of digital-led business growth. As software sits at the center of every company’s digital charter, our resolve to offer a confluence of AI and IP-led Digital engineering services with an incredible ability to put quality at the digital core is further elevated. This recognition motivates us to have deeper conversations with our customers to understand and accelerate their digital journeys."

The ISG Provider Lens™ Digital Engineering Services 2023 Study evaluates the capabilities and competencies of service providers in delivering digital engineering services to clients across US and EU. It serves as a valuable resource for organizations seeking reliable partners for their digital transformation initiatives.

“Cigniti has built and deployed world-class accelerators to enable clients' digital transformations in a strongly differentiated quality-assured, IP and innovation-led approach. Their solutions like Zastra.ai, the BlueSwan™ offerings including Velocita, Praxia, CESA, etc. enable key customer functions in digital engineering and transformation in a proven, industry-relevant manner.” Dr. Tapati Bandopadhyay, Lead Analyst

“Cigniti has demonstrated a promise to lead the path to become a full-cycle Digital Engineering Company through its proprietary platforms and integrated strategies across the end-to-end value chain through the levers like Quality Engineering, Digital Assurance, Advisory, & Transformation and a laser-sharp focus on Digital Engineering.” Shirish Kulkarni, Lead Analyst

The report highlights, “Digital engineering is driving interventions across industries to increase efficiencies and effectiveness, the following trends that are evident across the providers to disrupt the market in the Digital Engineering Space, Engineering R&D (ER&D) becoming a strength, Focus on software to be central for digital offerings, CX is a key driver for success in the long term, Global preparedness with the right competencies, Supply chains becoming visible and intelligent. The integration of technologies like mobility, big data, AI, ML, IIoT, and predictive analytics has led to the digitization of the entire value chain, encompassing various stages from product development to manufacturing and across industries.”

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About Cigniti Technologies:
Cigniti Technologies Limited (NSE: CIGNITITEC; BSE: 534758) is the World’s Leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering Services Company. 4200+ Cignitians worldwide help Fortune 500 & Global 2000 enterprises across 25 countries accelerate their digital transformation journey across various stages of digital adoption and help them achieve market leadership by providing transformation services leveraging IP & Platform-led innovation with expertise across multiple verticals and domains. Our industry-leading digital assurance and AI-led digital engineering services are helping global customers with measurable outcomes, millions of dollars of savings, and significant ROI. We are headquartered in Hyderabad, India, with global offices spread across the USA, Canada, UK, UAE, Australia, South Africa, Czech Republic, and Singapore. To know more about Cigniti, visit: www.cigniti.com

About ISG:
ISG (Information Services Group) (Nasdaq: III) is a leading global technology research and advisory firm. A trusted business partner to more than 900 clients, including 75 of the top 100 enterprises in the world, ISG is committed to helping corporations, public sector organizations, and service and technology providers achieve operational excellence and faster growth. The firm specializes in digital transformation services, including digital engineering, automation, cloud and data analytics; sourcing advisory; managed governance and risk services; network carrier services; technology strategy and operations design; change management; market intelligence and technology research and analysis. Founded in 2006, and based in Stamford, Conn., ISG employs more than 1,600 professionals operating in more than 20 countries—a global team known for its innovative thinking, market influence, deep industry and technology expertise, and world-class research and analytical capabilities based on the industry’s most comprehensive marketplace data. For more information, visit www.isg-one.com.

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Cigniti Technologies and Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technology (MGIT) Collaborate to Bridge Industry-Academia Gap and Empower Future IT Professionals

Hyderabad, June 23rd, 2023: Cigniti Technologies, the world's leading AI and IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technology (MGIT), a prestigious Hyderabad-based educational institution, to launch an innovative training program aimed at bridging the gap between academia and industry.

This association between Cigniti and MGIT aims to equip students with practical skills and technical knowledge that align with the demands of the ever-evolving IT industry. Leveraging Cigniti's industry experience, a customized training program has been curated to empower students with the necessary tech and professional skills, enabling them to excel in their careers. The comprehensive training program will include a robust curriculum aligned with industry requirements, hands-on workshops, and practice labs. Additionally, this collaboration will open doors for real-time projects, guest lectures by subject matter experts (SMEs) from Cigniti, and potential internship opportunities, providing students with invaluable industry exposure.

"MGIT takes immense pride in announcing the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cigniti Technologies. This MoU signifies a strong bond between MGIT & Cigniti Technologies, built on shared values and a common vision to empower students and foster excellence. Through this collaboration, we aim to bridge the gap between academia and the industry, ensuring that our students are well-equipped to thrive in the ever-evolving world of technology." - Prof. G. Chandramohan Reddy, Principal, MGIT.

"Cigniti is happy to partner with MGIT to create a dynamic learning experience that combines academic knowledge and practical industry skills. Through this collaboration, we aim to nurture a well-prepared, skilled workforce to meet the industry's challenges. Cigniti brings its extensive expertise and industry insights to the table, leveraging its deep domain knowledge and global experience in technology through the C-ignite program. We believe this collaboration will bring immense value to Cigniti and MGIT."  - Veera Reddy Patlolla, Global Head of HR, Cigniti Technologies.

Along with Veera Reddy and Prof. Chandramohan Reddy, the signing ceremony was graced by the leadership team from both sides.

Cigniti Technologies Wins Bronze Stevie® and People’s Choice Stevie® Award in 2023 American Business Awards®

iNStaTM, Cigniti’s AI-powered Scriptless Test Automation Platform, Wins Bronze Stevie® Award and People's Choice Stevie® Award in Low Code/No Code Platform Category

New York – June 14th, 2023 – Cigniti Technologies, the world's leading AI and IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company, has won the Bronze Stevie® Award in the Low Code/No Code Platform category in the 21st Annual American Business Awards® for its AI-powered scriptless test automation platform, iNStaTM (part of BlueSwanTM suite) next-generation software testing platform.

Cigniti’s iNStaTM has also been named a Winner of the People's Choice Stevie® Award for Favorite New Products in the No Code / Low Code category. The People's Choice Stevie Awards for Favorite New Products is a significant feature of The American Business Awards, allowing the general public to vote for their preferred new products and services of the year. This year, more than 41,000 votes were cast in the people's choice categories across product and service lines, making this recognition unique.

Cigniti’s Chief Executive Officer, Srikanth Chakkilam and Chief Revenue Officer, Vinay Rawat, accepted the award at the gala presentation ceremony in New York City on 13th June 2023.

The American Business Awards (ABA) are the U.S.A.’s premier business awards program. All organizations operating in the U.S.A. are eligible to submit nominations – public and private, for-profit and non-profit, large and small. More than 230 professionals worldwide participated in the judging process to select this year’s Stevie Award winners.

This prestigious award is a testament to Cigniti’s unwavering commitment to democratizing test script creation across different browsers and devices, allowing clients to break free from vendor lock-in through its innovative visual model-based recorder. Cigniti has reaffirmed its position as a leader in AI and IP-powered Digital Assurance & Digital Engineering services by winning this award.

iNStaTM is a self-healing and ultra-accessible test automation interface that defines tests without writing code. It instantly enables building production-grade test automation suites and helps improve overall QA efficiency and effectiveness.

On receiving this esteemed honor, Cigniti’s CEO, Mr. Srikanth Chakkilam said, "The Bronze win for our iNStaTM platform is an exciting moment for Cigniti and underscores our ongoing commitment to providing cutting-edge Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services. This recognition highlights the incredible potential of our next-generation software testing platform, and we are elated to continue exploring new avenues to help clients break free from vendor lock-in. This award is a testament to our technical expertise and reinforces our commitment to providing clients value-added solutions that enhance their business outcomes."

“Low code/no code is revolutionizing how organizations build and automate, and we're proud to lead the way with our AI-powered Scriptless Test Automation Platform, iNStaTM. This accolade underscores the remarkable value that iNStaTM brings to the market, enabling businesses to accelerate their digital transformation journey with unprecedented efficiency and agility,” added Mr. Chakkilam.

“It is very gratifying for us to be able to recognize the achievements of such a wide variety of organizations, teams, and individuals in the 21st ABAs, and we look forward to bringing them together in New York on 13th June to celebrate with them,” said Maggie Miller, President of the Stevie Awards.

About Cigniti Technologies
Cigniti Technologies Limited (NSE: CIGNITITEC; BSE: 534758) is the World’s Leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering Services Company. 4200+ Cignitians worldwide help Fortune 500 & Global 2000 enterprises across 24 countries accelerate their digital transformation journey across various stages of digital adoption and help them achieve market leadership by providing transformation services leveraging IP & Platform-led innovation with expertise across multiple verticals and domains. Our industry-leading digital assurance and AI-led digital engineering services are helping global customers with measurable outcomes, millions of dollars of savings, and significant ROI. We are headquartered in Hyderabad, India, with global offices spread across the USA, Canada, UK, UAE, Australia, South Africa, Czech Republic, and Singapore.

About Stevie Awards
Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.StevieAwards.com.

Cigniti Technologies Wins Bronze Stevie® and People’s Choice Stevie® Award in 2023 American Business Awards®

iNStaTM, Cigniti’s AI-powered Scriptless Test Automation Platform, Wins Bronze Stevie® Award and People's Choice Stevie® Award in Low Code/No Code Platform Category

New York – June 14th, 2023 – Cigniti Technologies, the world's leading AI and IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company, has won the Bronze Stevie® Award in the Low Code/No Code Platform category in the 21st Annual American Business Awards® for its AI-powered scriptless test automation platform, iNStaTM (part of BlueSwanTM suite) next-generation software testing platform.

Cigniti’s iNStaTM has also been named a Winner of the People's Choice Stevie® Award for Favorite New Products in the No Code / Low Code category. The People's Choice Stevie Awards for Favorite New Products is a significant feature of The American Business Awards, allowing the general public to vote for their preferred new products and services of the year. This year, more than 41,000 votes were cast in the people's choice categories across product and service lines, making this recognition unique.

Cigniti’s Chief Executive Officer, Srikanth Chakkilam and Chief Revenue Officer, Vinay Rawat, accepted the award at the gala presentation ceremony in New York City on 13th June 2023.