Cognizant announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Adaptra, a Sydney-based consulting, business transformation and IT services provider..
Founded in 1998, Adaptra specialises in consulting, programme management, and implementation of core platforms such as Guidewire to enable insurance companies to drive improvements across key functional areas such as underwriting, policy administration, claims management, and billing.
The acquisition further strengthens Cognizant's deep insurance, business transformation and platform capabilities to help clients succeed in a technology- and data-intensive world. As part of the acquisition, approximately 100 professionals will join Cognizant. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
"Adaptra's high-end business transformation and Guidewire expertise will complement our deep digital business, operations and systems capabilities, and further enhance our integrated solutions spanning the insurance life cycle. We welcome Adaptra's talented professionals to Cognizant and are confident that our combined strengths will help insurers navigate the shift to the digital economy," said Jayajyoti Sengupta, Head of Asia Pacific, Cognizant.
"Becoming a part of Cognizant uniquely positions us for new growth opportunities across newer technologies and industries," said Peter Overton, Managing Director of Adaptra. "Cognizant's global experience, deep digital capabilities, and entrepreneurial culture will enable us to deliver broader transformational solutions to insurers. This is critical for us to provide greater opportunities for our employees. With our shared commitment to helping insurers navigate the shift to the digital economy, we can drive future diversification and deliver high-value solutions based on our combined strengths."
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