DEAL ANNOUNCEMENT – TECHSTRAT CLIENT COGNITS ACQUIRED BY HTEC

TechStrat is pleased to share the successful completion of the sale of Cognits to HTEC, a global, AI-first digital engineering company.

HTEC has acquired Cognits—an Austin-based nearshore software engineering firm with a longstanding delivery and recruiting center in Guatemala and a growing talent base across Latin America. This acquisition marks a major step in HTEC’s strategy to expand its global footprint and strengthen nearshore delivery capabilities.

Through this deal, HTEC gains a valuable nearshore presence, enabling same-time-zone collaboration and faster delivery for U.S. clients. Cognits, founded in 2013, is recognized for its user-centered, high-quality engineering services—particularly in the U.S. financial services sector—and was recently listed on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies. By joining forces, HTEC strengthens its presence and taps into Latin America’s rising tech talent, while Cognits gains access to a broader ecosystem of AI-driven, high-impact projects without losing its core values.

Reflecting on the process, Cognits shareholder and COO Sofia Ibarguen said that she appreciated TechStrat’s support through the process; “It was great working with the TechStrat team. You will definitely be our partner for future deals.”

The integration of Cognits’ team into HTEC’s global operations is already underway, reinforcing both companies’ commitment to delivering sustained value to clients and employees alike.