In 1984, Phil Friedman launched CGS in New York City with five people, providing professional IT services. Through organic development and various acquisitions, CGS has steadily grown its business in the U.S. and has expanded internationally.


After more than three decades, CGS has more than 7,500 employees in North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, offering business applications, enterprise learning solutions and outsourcing services to clients in 45 countries around the globe. Our clients represent various industries such as fashion, clothing, health, trade, financial services, tourism, technology and telecommunications, among others.