CGI Group (NYSE:GIB) Inc. is a global information technology consulting and systems integration company headquartered in Montreal, Canada. Founded in 1976 by Serge Godin and André Imbeau, CGI provides end-to-end IT and business process services across a wide range of industries. Its offerings include IT consulting, application development and maintenance, systems integration, infrastructure managed services, and business process outsourcing, all designed to help clients modernize operations and drive digital transformation.
The company’s service portfolio spans strategic IT and business consulting, data analytics, cloud computing, cybersecurity, enterprise resource planning (ERP), customer relationship management (CRM) solutions, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things. CGI works with clients to assess existing technology landscapes, develop tailored road-maps, implement solutions, and manage ongoing operations, enabling organizations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer engagement.
Over its history, CGI has grown both organically and through targeted acquisitions. In 1996, the company completed its initial public offering, listing on the Toronto Stock Exchange, and later expanded its international footprint with the acquisition of UK-based Logica in 2012. Additional strategic acquisitions have bolstered CGI’s capabilities in Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, positioning it as a full-service partner to government agencies, financial institutions, telecommunications providers, and other key sectors.
Today, CGI operates in more than 40 countries and employs tens of thousands of professionals worldwide. Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer George D. Schindler, the company remains committed to client proximity and collaborative engagement, aiming to deliver high-quality, outcome-oriented services. With headquarters in Montreal and major regional centers across North America, Europe, and beyond, CGI continues to invest in innovation, talent development, and sustainable growth to support a diverse global client base.
