NEWS
Cognizant
named a Top
Employer 2020
in 15 countries
worldwide
Nokia partners with IIiad
Group to roll out 5G in
France and Italy
C
ognizant has been named a Top
Employer 2020 in 15 countries
worldwide by Top Employers Institute.
The Institute recognises leading
organisations that continuously
optimise workplace practices to develop
and nurture talent while providing an
outstanding work environment.
In Europe, Cognizant was recognised for a
sixth consecutive year, receiving certification
in 10 countries: Belgium, France, Germany,
Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland and the UK.
In Lithuania, Cognizant ranked as the
number one employer, and in Belgium and
the Netherlands, among the top 10.
In all of the countries, Cognizant rated
highly for its clearly defined, well-managed
programmes in the Top Employers Institute’s
categories of talent strategy, workforce
planning and career and succession
management. Cognizant also excelled
in leadership development, performance
management, onboarding, and learning
and development, ensuring its employees
have clear roles, defined career paths and
opportunities to learn and advance within
the organisation.
“Investing in our workforce and creating
an engaging environment where talented
people can thrive and grow is one of our key
priorities. This year alone, we’re doubling our
training investments to ensure our associates
have access to all of the latest digital skills
they need to succeed and continue doing
exceptional work for our clients,” said Becky
Schmitt, Executive Vice President and Chief
People Officer, Cognizant.
“This level of certification showcases the
dedication to the consistent application
of HR excellence on a regional level – an
impressive commitment to enriching the
world of work,” said David Plink, Chief
Executive Officer, Top Employers Institute.
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INTELLIGENTCIO
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okia has announced that it will extend
its long-standing partnership with
French mobile operator, IIiad Group, to roll
out 5G networks across France and Italy.
Iliad subscribers can make the most of
the ultra-low latency and high-bandwidth
capabilities of 5G.
Nokia has worked closely with IIiad Group
in France since 2012 and in Italy since
2018 on the rollout of both 3G and 4G,
now adding 5G networks to its portfolio. Thomas Reynaud, IIiad Group’s CEO,
said: “We want to offer our customers
the best possible 5G experience and that
is why we have chosen to strengthen
and accelerate our relationship with
Nokia as we enter the 5G era. Nokia’s
innovative 5G technologies and solutions
will enable us to launch quickly and
efficiently, delivering a superior network
performance while also securing us
against future challenges.”
Iliad Group will install Nokia’s newest
radio access technology, AirScale,
allowing it to capitalise on early 5G
networks while supporting 4G/LTE and
5G in the same radio access system.
This versatility will enable IIiad Group
to offer new services to both consumers
and businesses while also future-proofing
the radio network. The installation of
5G massive MIMO antennas will ensure Tommi Uitto, President of Mobile
Networks at Nokia, commented: “We
are delighted to continue our long-
standing relationship with IIiad to rollout
5G networks across France and Italy
and build out a world-class network for
businesses and consumers alike. The radio
technologies will give Iliad the flexibility
to quickly and smoothly launch a future-
proof 5G network.”
The 5G deal will focus on network
modernisation and 5G introduction in
France and 5G introduction in Italy,
making 5G available to 17 million IIiad
subscribers across both countries.
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