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Kognitiv's Strategic Acquisition of ClouDevOps

Kognitiv Inc. has recently announced the successful acquisition of Estonian-based ClouDevOps, a renowned provider of Workday support in Europe. This strategic move marks a significant advancement in Kognitiv's ambition to become the leading boutique Workday consultancy on a global scale, as they aim to introduce their innovative on-demand service model to a broader market.

Founded in 2016, Kognitiv has established itself in the realm of Workday consulting, supporting over 400 clients, including notable companies like Spotify, Finastra, and nCino. Their mission focuses on effectively deploying and integrating the Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) and Financial Management platforms within organizations. This acquisition allows Kognitiv to offer European users enhanced access to its high-impact, adaptable consulting services.

The Workday consultancy market is booming, projected to reach a tremendous $1.54 billion in value by 2025 and escalate further to $3.74 billion by 2033. As demand for Workday services escalates, Kognitiv has set itself apart in North America by redefining the support landscape. Many competitors tend to prioritize initial implementation while relegating ongoing support. In contrast, Kognitiv emphasizes continuous post-implementation services that optimize client investments in the Workday platform.

Since its inception, Kognitiv has actively transformed traditional Application Management Services (AMS) to assist clients in maximizing their Workday capabilities. Their approach focuses on optimizing performance, resolving challenges, and facilitating the rollout of new features consistently. The company proudly operates under its unique concept known as “Power by the Hour,” providing clients with the flexibility to engage in services as they require.

With this acquisition, Kognitiv identified Europe as a primary growth area; currently, more than 20% of its clientele is located in the region. The merger with ClouDevOps will further solidify Kognitiv’s standing within the European market and enhance global outreach. Their teams will now provide support in five languages across ten different countries, which include the United States, Canada, India, the United Kingdom, Germany, Belgium, Spain, Poland, Estonia, and Romania.

ClouDevOps has been a valuable partner for Kognitiv in recent years, notably as a reseller of Rooster, a Workday interview scheduling tool. Both companies share a deep appreciation for hands-on Workday expertise, fostering meaningful relationships with clients while maintaining a focus on delivering actionable value.

Mark Grignon, Co-Founder of Kognitiv, expressed excitement over this acquisition: "We are thrilled to be welcoming ClouDevOps to the Kognitiv family. Having worked closely together over the last three years, our shared values and commitment to simplified, flexible Workday support made them a natural choice to extend our reach into Europe. With this expansion, Kognitiv is bringing its proven On-Demand, Team-Based, Power-by-the-Hour model—which has transformed how North American clients support and scale Workday—to the European market."

Frédéric Rousseaux, Managing Partner at ClouDevOps, echoed similar sentiments, stating, "We've had a hugely successful partnership with Kognitiv since 2022, so joining forces with them in Europe is an exciting opportunity for us to scale our impact while staying true to what made ClouDevOps special—deep Workday expertise, personal client relationships, and a relentless focus on value."

As Kognitiv continues to integrate ClouDevOps’ services and client base, their European clientele will gain a host of new benefits, including enhanced Workday capabilities such as Adaptive Planning, Peakon, and improved Workday Finance solutions. Additionally, Kognitiv is set to deliver stronger compliance and security, underscored by SOC 2 certification, alongside a more extensive global presence.

Kognitiv is proud of its identity as a certified Workday AMS Services Partner, offering flexible consulting services that resonate with Workday’s core principles of innovation and adaptability. The company's Post Production Support (PPS) model empowers clients to access necessary support based on their individual needs without the constraints of fixed-spend agreements. From ad-hoc ticket resolution and managed services to new SKU deployments, custom app development, and comprehensive change management, Kognitiv supports its clientele throughout the entire Workday product lifecycle.

On a similar note, ClouDevOps bolsters businesses in optimizing their Workday investment through improved adoption strategies, team upskilling, and refining operational processes. With a commitment to ensuring every solution seamlessly integrates into the clients’ broader organizational framework, ClouDevOps exemplifies a hands-on approach that enhances operational efficiency.

In summary, Kognitiv’s acquisition of ClouDevOps not only reinforces its footprint in Europe but also paves the way for Workday users to reap advanced benefits derived from a collective wealth of expertise and enhanced service delivery channels.