Intelligent CIO Middle East Issue 39 | Page 8

NEWS SAS named a leader in multimodal PAML solutions by independent research firm Robotic Process Automation (RPA) software company hosts Dubai event UiPath, a leading enterprise Robotic Process Automation (RPA) software company, has hosted UiPath Together Middle East S AS has been named as a leader in predictive analytics and Machine Learning (PAML) s olutions by independent research firm The Forrester Wave. SAS, a leader in analytics, business intelligence and data management software based in Dubai, has been named a leader in The Forrester Wave: Multimodal Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning Solutions, Q3 2018. The report noted that “SAS builds the first truly multimodal PAML solution.” Lorry Hardt, Artificial intelligence and Machine Learning Strategist at SAS, said: “Highly skilled data scientists and analytical professionals are in short supply as organisations struggle to find solutions to complex business problems. “Built for speed and simplicity, SAS Machine Learning tools address all of the steps necessary for data scientists to business users alike to turn raw data into actionable insights. Since Machine Learning is a cornerstone technology for Artificial Intelligence, this SAS expertise is particularly valuable as more and more organisations embrace the power and the promise of AI.” SAS Visual Data Mining and Machine Learning offers users a single platform to solve complex analytical problems. Combining data preparation visualisation advanced analytics and model deployment, it unifies the entire Machine Learning process, from data access/ transformation and preparation to scoring, in one environment. differentiation and accelerating the pace of their Digital Transformation. U iPath, a leading enterprise Robotic Process Automation (RPA) software company, has hosted UiPath Together Middle East – the first strategic event focusing on RPA and AI-enabled Digital Transformation solutions in the region. The conference served as an opportunity for sharing customer stories, expert knowledge, and key lessons from RPA deployments. Kulpreet Singh, Managing Director EMEA, UiPath, said: “Organisations in the Middle East are exploring and investing in RPA and AI solutions with a view to creating competitive 8 INTELLIGENTCIO “By structuring and strengthening our presence in the region, we are making ourselves available to the industry as it navigates trends, and we are also already playing a role in preparing the next generation of developers and employees for the future workplace.” The event emphasised the critical role of RPA and AI in accelerating Digital Transformation among customer organisations. Karan Dixit, Vice President MEA, UiPath, said: “There is no denying, the digital revolution is in full swing globally, and by committing to the region, we want to spread awareness and help everyone to prepare – collaborating with a digital workforce will unburden employees from repetitive, mundane tasks, and free them to embrace more strategic and creative work.” www.intelligentcio.com