HPE Buys Analytics Software Firm BlueData

In the US, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) is to buy BlueData, whose software helps enterprises deploy artificial intelligence and big data analytics. Financial terms were not disclosed.

HPE says the deal, which should close before 31st January, expands its offerings in these rapidly growing markets - the firm is focused on developing intelligent solutions that 'allow customers to capture, analyze and act upon data seamlessly from edge to core to cloud'.

Privately-held BlueData was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA. The firm uses Docker container technology to simplify and reduce the cost of deploying large-scale machine learning and big data analytics environments, and HPE says its integration will provide customers with an all-encompassing and easy-to-implement solution for AI/ML and big data analytics.

Milan Shetti, SVP and GM, Storage and Big Data Global Business Unit at HPE comments: 'Adding BlueData's complementary software platform to HPE's market-leading Apollo Systems and professional services is consistent with HPE's data-first strategy and enables our customers to extract insights from data - whether on-premises, in the cloud, or in a hybrid architecture'. BlueData co-founder and CEO Kumar Sreekanti (pictured) adds: 'From our perspective, data is fuel, and BlueData's software is the engine that helps businesses consume their data and deliver insights in the most effective and efficient way. We've had tremendous customer success by providing a turn-key solution that delivers an as-a-service experience for AI and big data, and are excited to reach even more customers as part of HPE'.

Web sites: www.bluedata.com and www.hpe.com .

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