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Altair Names Soothsayer Analytics Regional System Integrator
April 8, 2024 | AltairEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Altair, a global leader in computational intelligence, announced that Soothsayer Analytics has joined its regional system integrator (SI) network. Soothsayer will offer Altair's comprehensive suite of data analytics and AI solutions, including Altair® RapidMiner® and Altair SLC™, to its customers. The partnership will provide organizations in the U.S. and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region with advanced data analytics and AI technologies and drive innovation in the rapidly evolving technology landscape.
“As Altair continues to grow its data analytics and AI presence, establishing partnerships with leading consulting and technology providers is crucial. Partnering with Soothsayer allows us to empower organizations in the U.S. and GCC with innovative AI solutions,” said Piush Patel, senior vice president of strategic relationships, Altair. “Together, Altair and Soothsayer will give customers unparalleled access to the latest advancements in data analytics and AI.”
“This collaboration opens new avenues for our customers to harness the power of advanced analytics and AI in unique ways. Altair's technological prowess – exemplified in the Altair RapidMiner platform – aligns perfectly with our mission of delivering innovative, data-driven solutions,” said Gaurav Agrawal, chief executive officer, Soothsayer Analytics. “We look forward to this journey where our combined expertise will both solve complex challenges and create new opportunities for our clients in the evolving landscape of AI and data analytics. This partnership is poised to deliver advanced solutions that accelerate enterprise decision-making and optimize business outcomes.”
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