CGI Reclaims Informatica's European Channel Partner of the Year Title for 2026

CGI Reclaims Recognition as European Channel Partner of the Year

In a notable achievement, CGI has once again been honored with the title of European Channel Partner of the Year by Informatica, a global leader in enterprise cloud data management. This announcement was made on March 3, 2026, and marks the second consecutive year CGI has received this prestigious accolade.

CGI, which operates as one of the largest independent IT and business consulting services companies, has been recognized for its consistent delivery excellence across Europe. The award underscores CGI's efforts in assisting its clients to realize tangible business value through the implementation of Informatica's cutting-edge solutions designed for intelligent data management and rapid artificial intelligence (AI) readiness.

Dirk de Groot, President of CGI's operations in Scandinavia, Northwest, and Central-East Europe, expressed pride in the achievement, stating, "Earning Partner of the Year for the second year is a meaningful recognition of our approach to helping clients drive business outcomes from AI. I'm incredibly proud of our teams across Europe who prove every day that when deep expertise meets industry knowledge and strong collaboration, great things happen." This sentiment highlights the collaborative spirit that CGI embodies by leveraging advanced technology to deliver significant results for its clients.

Informatica’s Partner of the Year Awards serve to celebrate partners who excel in customer satisfaction, innovation, and execution, effectively transforming data and AI aspirations into real business outcomes. Notably, this award is shared among CGI teams located in various countries including Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden, the United Kingdom, France, and the Netherlands. This acknowledgment reflects a widespread collaboration across Europe, resulting in a significant and consistent impact on clients.

The longstanding partnership between CGI and Informatica has been pivotal as both companies work synergistically to modernize data ecosystems. This modernization is essential for creating real business value, particularly regarding clients' data and AI initiatives. Arcène Goossens, Vice President of Strategic Alliances and Partners EMEA-LATAM at Informatica, emphasized this successful partnership by stating, "CGI is a long-standing Informatica partner, proactively engaging with our joint customers to modernize their data ecosystems to deliver real business value for data and AI programs."

CGI’s foundation dates back to 1976, and the company has grown to become one of the largest independent players in IT and business consulting services globally. With a workforce comprising approximately 94,000 consultants and professionals, CGI offers a comprehensive array of capabilities ranging from strategic IT consulting to systems integration and managed services. The corporation's local relationship model, combined with a global delivery network, empowers clients to transform their organizations digitally and achieve accelerated results.

In fiscal 2025, CGI reported revenue of CA$15.91 billion (approximately USD 12 billion), and its shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (GIB.A) as well as the New York Stock Exchange (GIB). The recognition from Informatica is not just a reflection of CGI's competitive positioning in the market but also its commitment to continued excellence in client service and innovation. CGI’s collaborative approach and dedication to harnessing advanced technology underscore its role as a vital player in the LEADing edge of digital transformation for businesses across Europe.

As CGI continues to grow and innovate, receiving such accolades not only highlights their achievements but also sets a benchmark for excellence in the IT and business consulting landscape.