Cognizant will provide managed IT services to support the global law firm’s business growth and enhance customer experience

Cognizant today announced that it has been selected by global law firm Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer to manage global IT operations and support its ambitious global expansion plans.

Under the new multi-year agreement, Cognizant will provide a 24×7 managed service of Freshfields’ IT infrastructure and applications, as well as managing its service desk. Cognizant will also help define Freshfields’ technology transformation roadmap. The collaboration with Cognizant will support Freshfields’ high standards of client service, improving flexibility and driving investment and innovation in other parts of the business.

“Cognizant is already the preferred digital transformation partner for some of the world’s biggest companies in supporting their ambitious growth plans, enabling innovation, and helping improve customer experience,” said Manju Kygonahally, head of Communications, Media and Technology, Global Growth Markets, Cognizant. “Many legal services firms are at an inflection point and are beginning to accelerate digital transformation and modernize their enterprises. We are honored to support Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer in its journey and help drive its success.”

Global analyst firms continually recognize Cognizant for its industry leadership across sectors. Analysts highlight the company’s client partnerships, scalability, digital capabilities and expertise as key drivers of Cognizant’s leadership.