Cognitus

SAP integration solutions & services

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501-1000 employees
  • B2B
  • Enterprise
  • Compliance
  • Consulting
Addison, TX

Company mission

To empower businesses globally, offering them unmatched services within the SAP ecosystem, fostering innovation, and ensuring sustainable growth, all while prioritizing value and integrity at every step.

Our take

Cognitus, a Dallas-based SAP software solutions provider, tackles the challenge of digital transformation across industries like aerospace, manufacturing and consumer products. Legacy systems often impede progress in these sectors, highlighting the crucial need for tailored software solutions.

Specializing in SAP-certified cloud and AI-based software, Cognitus allows mid to large enterprises to navigate digital evolution seamlessly. With over 100 SAP-focused professionals across its global offices, the company rapidly implements cutting-edge SAP technologies like S/4HANA and RISE with SAP, equipping clients with competitive advantages.

The company raised significant growth funding which has supported its commitment to software innovation, as well as fuelling expansion. In 2025 it was acquired by IBM, which has provided much broader global reach and access to advanced technology capabilities - both of which set up Cognitus to continue shaping digital landscapes and help drive transformative change for its diverse clientele.

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Leadership

Robert van der Zande

(CTO & Founding Partner)

Experienced Consultant having previously worked at RTI International Metals, Verizon Business, Baker Hughes, City of Dallas, Intervoice and others.

Joined the company as an SAP Consultant in 2004, becoming Managing Partner in 2006 then CEO in 2023. Former Faculty Lecturer (Computer Science) at the University of Windsor, and worked in Sales at Nestlé and GSK.