Capgemini

Founded in October 1967 by Serge Kampf, Capgemini began as Société pour la Gestion de l'Entreprise et le Traitement de l'Information (Sogeti). The company's identity shifted dramatically in 1975 when Sogeti merged with Centre d'Analyse et de Programmation and Gemini Computer Systems to form CAP Gemini Sogeti. This consolidation created a powerhouse capable of handling large-scale IT projects, eventually evolving into the global giant known today. Headquartered in Paris, France, the firm operates across more than 50 countries, serving clients in sectors ranging from aerospace and banking to retail and public administration.

The organization functions as a Société par Actions Simplifiée Unifiée (SE), reflecting its status as a publicly traded European entity. While Paul Hermelin served as CEO for many years guiding significant growth phases, leadership dynamics have evolved recently. In early 2026, the company faced scrutiny from the French government regarding its contracts with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This pressure led to a strategic pivot in February 2026 when Capgemini announced plans to divest its U.S. government unit to address ethical concerns surrounding immigration enforcement and surveillance.

Today, Capgemini positions itself as a collective of free-thinkers and industry experts rather than just a vendor. The firm employs approximately 430,829 people globally, a figure that grew by over 21,000 employees in 2026 alone. Its work spans cloud migration, artificial intelligence implementation, and sustainable value creation. Recent partnerships highlight this focus, including a June 2026 global alliance with GitLab to accelerate DevSecOps transformations and a May 2026 deployment of a self-hosted AI assistant powered by Mistral to modernize internal engineering processes. [edit]

Capgemini aims to help businesses make it real through AI-powered innovation, digital engineering, and sustainable value creation. As a leading advisor and transformation partner, the firm focuses on delivering results in cloud migration, artificial intelligence implementation, connectivity, and software platforms. The organization strives to empower clients to navigate complex technological shifts while maintaining operational resilience and ethical standards. [edit]

Serge Kampf launched the business in 1967 under the name Sogeti. The trajectory changed in 1975 when the firm merged with Centre d'Analyse et de Programmation and Gemini Computer Systems. This new entity, CAP Gemini Sogeti, became a dominant force in the European IT market. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, the company expanded internationally through strategic acquisitions, building a network that would eventually span the globe.

The turn of the millennium brought further transformation. Under Paul Hermelin's leadership starting in 2000, the firm went public and continued to grow aggressively. By the 2010s, Capgemini had established itself as a top-tier player in digital transformation. The company adapted to changing market needs by focusing heavily on cloud computing and cybersecurity.

Recent years have seen the organization double down on artificial intelligence. In 2026, Capgemini deployed an AI assistant built on Mistral to streamline its own software development. The same year, the firm entered a global partnership with GitLab to enhance DevSecOps capabilities. Despite these successes, the company navigated controversy in early 2026 over its involvement with U.S. immigration enforcement, leading to the planned sale of its American government contracting arm. [edit]