The field of computing that drives innovation in industrial computing

     Advantech recently announced a strategic partnership with Qualcomm to revolutionize the edge computing space. This effort, which combines AI expertise, high-performance computing and industry-leading connectivity, will drive innovation in industrial computing. The collaboration builds an open and diverse edge AI ecosystem that leads best-in-class solutions tailored for AI applications.

     Miller Chang, President of EIoT at Advantech, explains: "In the large and fragmented iot space, efficient deployment of AI applications is a challenge. Advantech and Qualcomm Technologies are working together to meet market demand and go beyond the known limits. Advantech will work with Qualcomm Technologies to seek to provide edge AI platforms to address the fragmentation of the industry and ensure interoperability. Together, we aspire to redefine the possibilities of edge AI and shape the future of edge intelligence."

     The collaboration between Advantech and Qualcomm marks an important milestone in the evolution of edge computing. By combining Advantech's expertise in industrial computing with our cutting-edge technologies, we are poised to reshape the future of embedded systems. This collaboration will open up new possibilities for AIoT applications, enabling seamless integration of edge AI solutions. We are excited to be a part of this journey and look forward to the transformative impact it will have across industries, "said Jeff Torrance, senior vice president and general manager, Industrial and Embedded iot, Qualcomm Technologies.

     Qualcomm is leading changes at the edge of the industry. Leveraging its product life plan for certain SOCs to advance artificial intelligence technologies and industry-leading connected systems, the company expects to benefit in industrial automation, transportation, healthcare, as well as in rapidly evolving areas such as robotics and energy.

     The collaboration reinforces both companies' technical expertise and dedication to innovation. Advantech's goal is to develop an advanced edge AI platform lineup and dedicated Edge AI SDK for edge AI applications. These standardized and diverse platforms will drive future tasks that will increasingly rely on smart and performance-intensive technologies.

     Through this collaboration, Advantech is poised to integrate Qualcomm's leading solutions across its entire platform, including AI-on-Modules, AI function boards, and AI edge systems. The two companies will help develop go-to-market strategies to accelerate the digital transformation of the embedded industry. The collaboration aims to drive continued innovation and expansion of AI devices at the edge of iot.