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Cognizant Introduces Skillspring: A New Era in AI Workforce Training

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) has unveiled Cognizant Skillspring™, a groundbreaking multimodal, AI-native conversational learning platform designed to redefine learning for the AI era. This innovative platform is tailored to help organizations cultivate a workforce that is fluent in AI and capable of meeting the demands of an increasingly technology-driven economy.

Unlike traditional training methods that rely solely on static courses and compliance-driven modules, Skillspring offers a dynamic approach. It provides organizations with the tools to adapt to swiftly changing roles, technologies, and skill requirements. This transition is crucial, as acknowledged by Cognizant’s recent research, which demonstrates that AI is revolutionizing jobs faster than anticipated—processing $4.5 trillion worth of U.S. work activities and affecting 93% of jobs today. Conventional learning systems struggle to keep pace with this rapid transformation.

As companies restructure their workforce into human and AI-agent collaborations, the development of skills becomes an essential aspect of the AI infrastructure that organizations need to foster agility and responsiveness. Cognizant Skillspring leverages AI-driven tutoring and content creation to deliver high-quality, personalized learning experiences for large groups of employees. This not only enhances employee skill sets but also allows organizations to manage learning and development costs more efficiently.

Skillspring aligns skills directly with roles, projects, and performance outcomes. As roles and required skills evolve, personalized learning paths adjust accordingly. The platform integrates conversational, multimodal experiences into everyday workflows, enabling employees to acquire skills while fulfilling their job responsibilities.

Furthermore, Cognizant Skillspring will be supported by the AI Fluency Dashboard, a personalized real-time interface that gives employees visibility into their AI readiness while promoting a culture of innovation around AI usage across the enterprise. This dashboard offers workers insights into their AI skills, learning progress, and innovation efforts, employing gamification techniques to accelerate adoption and enhance practical applications of AI in daily tasks.

Kathy Diaz, Chief People Officer at Cognizant, emphasized the importance of evolving learning systems, stating, "The AI era demands more dynamic learning environments that can adapt as job roles and technologies change. Cognizant Skillspring is uniquely designed to support continuous talent transformation within the workflow. We focus on transforming AI investments into tangible results for our clients."

In addition to individual enterprises, Skillspring will be available to universities, colleges, and community development partners, reflecting Cognizant's commitment to fostering talent from all backgrounds in the AI age. This initiative builds upon the company's ongoing investments in workforce skills, including Synapse, Cognizant's global upskilling program, and aligns with the company's pledge to invest in America's youth and AI-related education.

Reuben Ogbonna II, Executive Director at The Marcy Lab School, shared his perspective: "Like all educational institutions, The Marcy Lab School must evolve to keep pace with economic changes and prepare our students for a rapidly changing workforce. In the AI age, nearly every workflow is being reimagined, and we see this as a critical opportunity to reinforce how we prepare young adults for meaningful careers. With Cognizant's support and the Skillspring platform, our fellows will more rapidly develop skills through high-quality learning that aligns with the roles and projects they will undertake at leading companies."

Already in use internally at Cognizant, Skillspring builds on the company's award-winning dedication to learning and development. This annual framework trains hundreds of thousands of Cognizant employees, ensuring they stay competitive and effective in their roles.

Thirumala Arohi, Chief Learning Officer at Cognizant, added, "Our upskilling engine combines advanced technology with essential human skills, supported by learning programs recognized for their forward-thinking curriculum, innovation, and measurable impact. Cognizant Skillspring delivers an AI-native learning experience to enterprises, communities, and academic ecosystems, facilitating large-scale workforce transformation."

About Cognizant

Cognizant (NASDAQ CTSH) is an AI builder and technology service provider that bridges the gap between AI investments and business value by constructing full-stack AI solutions for clients. Our extensive industry, process, and technological expertise allow us to establish the unique context of an organization within technological frameworks that enhance human potential, achieve tangible returns, and position global enterprises for success in a rapidly evolving world. More information is available at www.cognizant.com or follow us on Twitter @cognizant.