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ITASCA, Ill.--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--Progressive Automotive Systems, Inc. has engaged Cognizant to conduct a comprehensive assessment of its R.O. Writer shop management software used in the automotive aftermarket.

"From there, Cognizant will help us develop technical and strategic approaches to maximize the continuing growth of R.O. Writer."

Cognizant will evaluate the current functionality and future competitive positioning of R.O. Writer and will develop a strategy for optimum growth for the automotive service shop management software system.

aCognizant will help ensure that the current R.O. Writer software is well-positioned to provide the most comprehensive and competitive solution for the automotive aftermarket,a said Stephen R. Smith, chief operating officer of Progressive Automotive. aFrom there, Cognizant will help us develop technical and strategic approaches to maximize the continuing growth of R.O. Writer.a

Smith said that Progressive Automotive will invest in functional, technical and user interface enhancements to ensure R.O. Writeras continuing significant presence in the automotive aftermarket.

aWe are pleased to leverage our business consulting and technology implementation capabilities to help Progressive Automotive strengthen its leadership position in the automotive aftermarket through technology innovation and innovative packaging of services,a said Jimmy Livingston, vice president of consulting at Cognizant. aWe look forward to charting out the long-term application strategy for R.O. Writer to help unlock its full potential as a dominant store management system and help lay the foundation for the companyas growth strategy.a

Progressive Automotive will discuss progress of its Cognizant partnership at the SEMA show in Las Vegas, which runs from Oct. 30 through Nov. 2, 2012.

About Progressive Automotive Systems

Progressive Automotive Systems, Inc.a"developers of the R.O. Writer Shop Management Softwarea"is based in Itasca, Ill., and has been providing software solutions to the automotive aftermarket since 1989. As early as 1977, Progressive Automotive provided consulting services for franchised automobile dealers. R.O. Writer is currently used by more than 5,000 repair facilities in the United States and Canada. Additional information is available at [ www.rowriter.com ].

About Cognizant Technology Solutions

Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the worldas leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, N.J., Cognizant combines a passion for client satisfaction, technology innovation, deep industry and business process expertise, and a global, collaborative workforce that embodies the future of work.

With over 50 delivery centers worldwide and approximately 145,200 employees as of June 30, 2012, Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 2000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world. Visit Cognizant online at [ www.cognizant.com ] or follow the company on Twitter: Cognizant.