Cognizant has joined forces with Microsoft to introduce the Innovation Assistant, a cutting-edge generative AI-powered tool built on Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service. This innovative tool is set to enhance Cognizant's internal innovation program, Bluebolt, and signifies a significant stride in the realm of human-machine collaboration through artificial intelligence.The Innovation Assistant is crafted to assimilate enterprise knowledge, fostering greater creativity and innovation within teams of Cognizant employees tackling client challenges across diverse industries. This launch underscores Cognizant's dedication to leveraging AI for knowledge and innovation advancement, utilizing the company's extensive technical and industry expertise.

Ravi Kumar S, CEO of Cognizant, highlighted the tool's transformative potential, stating, "The Innovation Assistant is a game-changer in the way we generate and implement ideas." The collaboration with Microsoft aims to harness the power of generative AI, revolutionizing the approach to innovation. The Innovation Assistant plays a pivotal role in Cognizant’s Bluebolt grassroots innovation movement, enabling employees at any level to contribute to the innovation process from ideation to implementation.

Puneet Chandok, President of Microsoft, India & South Asia, expressed admiration for Cognizant's use of gen AI in fostering innovation at different organizational levels. He commended the platform built on Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service as a force multiplier, providing customers access to insights from enterprise data, thereby empowering them to stay ahead in the dynamic digital landscape. Cognizant emphasizes responsible and ethical AI standards, ensuring the Innovation Assistant generates context-based ideas and solutions while safeguarding sensitive information and client confidentiality.