CGI Business Summary

CGI Inc. (GIB) is a global leader in information technology and business consulting, generating revenue through a balanced mix of long-term managed IT and business process services (outsourcing), systems integration, and strategic consulting. The company’s operations are organized into key vertical segments, with Government (37%), Manufacturing, Retail & Distribution (22%), and Financial Services (22%) serving as the primary revenue drivers. CGI utilizes a "proximity model" that combines local client-facing teams with a global delivery network to optimize responsiveness and cost-efficiency. In the global market, CGI competes directly with Tier-1 firms such as Accenture, Capgemini, Infosys, and IBM. It maintains a distinct competitive position through its disciplined "Build and Buy" acquisition strategy and a high-margin portfolio of proprietary intellectual property (IP) solutions, which account for approximately 21% of total revenue. Founded in 1976 by Serge Godin and André Imbeau, CGI remains under the strategic guidance of Godin, who serves as Executive Chairman. The current executive leadership is headed by President and CEO François Boulanger, a Chartered Professional Accountant and 25-year veteran of the firm who previously served as COO and CFO before succeeding George D. Schindler in late 2024. The leadership team also includes Executive Vice-President and CFO Steve Perron and Co-Chair Julie Godin, who oversees strategic planning and corporate development. CGI is supported by a stable institutional shareholder base, most notably the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ), which holds a significant long-term stake. The Board of Directors includes prominent figures such as Lead Independent Director George Cope, reflecting the company's strong governance and deep-rooted expertise in international business and policy.