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LG CNS earns global recognition for AI-powered workplace services

LG CNS has earned international recognition for its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered workplace services, becoming the first Korean company named a “Major Player” in IDC’s 2026 assessment of the global digital workplace services market. The IT services company said Monday that it was included in the evaluation alongside 18 global technology companies, including Tata Consultancy Services,…

LG CNS earns global recognition for AI-powered workplace services

LG CNS, a Korean IT services company, has been globally recognized for its AI-powered workplace services, making it the first Korean firm to be designated a "Major Player" in IDC's 2026 assessment of the global market. The evaluation, which included 18 leading technology companies, acknowledged LG CNS alongside industry giants such as Tata Consultancy Services, Infosys, NTT DATA, Cognizant, Dell, and HP.

IDC's MarketScape analysis examines vendors based on their business capabilities, future strategies, product offerings, customer references, and real-world client experiences.

The company credited its success to its agentic AI platform, a:xink, a system designed to transcend simple information retrieval and routine assistance. Instead, it executes workplace tasks autonomously, offering a range of services such as enterprise portals and groupware, mobile workplace tools, personal AI agents, AI-powered translation, and meeting support, as well as automated document creation.

IDC specifically highlighted LG CNS' AI-native platform capabilities, its expertise in regulated industries, and its security.

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