Cognizant Leads the Pack in Life Sciences Digital Services According to New Everest Group Assessment

TEANECK, N.J., July 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant has been named one of the top providers of digital services for life sciences organizations in a new PEAK Matrix™ report by consulting and research firm Everest Group.

This is the first time Everest Group has assessed companies specializing in Life Sciences Digital Services across North America, comparing the capabilities of 23 service providers. Cognizant was highlighted in the report for having the largest market share and achieving top marks for its industry vision and capabilities.

"The North American life sciences industry is at an inflection point as it adopts digital technologies to make a conscious push towards precision medicine and other strategic bets," said Abhishek Singh, Practice Director, Everest Group. "Cognizant has capitalized on its life sciences pedigree to pursue partnerships and build capabilities that enable the digital journeys on which enterprises are embarking."

"Life sciences companies are fundamentally reimagining their business models across the value chain to continue to advance science and improve patient lives," said Bhaskar Sambasivan, Senior Vice President and Global Market Leader for Cognizant's Life Sciences business.  "Our work with all of the leading life sciences companies highlights the dramatic digital shift taking place in the industry and we are appreciative of this recognition from Everest Group.

"Cognizant is at the forefront of helping biopharmaceutical and med-tech companies transform their businesses through end-to-end digital solutions that combine consulting, process operations and technology services. Our investments in products and common industry solutions such as Shared Investigator Platform, Smart Trials and Medvantage are helping our clients accelerate this transformation more effectively and better compete in a complex and changing business environment."

To view the Everest Group 2018 Life Sciences Digital PEAK Matrix Assessment, click here.

Learn more about Cognizant's Life Sciences solutions click here.

About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 195 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com or follow us @Cognizant. 

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