Edge computing is the next frontier of digital transformation, where data is generated and processed closer to the source. Many edge applications require advanced AI analytics to automate tasks, improve efficiency, and deliver new services. However, building and managing edge AI solutions can be complex and challenging due to the diversity of hardware, software, and data requirements, as well as the need for low latency, high performance, and security.

To address these challenges, Intel has announced its new Edge Platform, a modular, open software platform that enables enterprises to develop, deploy, run, secure, and manage edge and AI applications at scale with cloud-like simplicity. The platform leverages Intel’s edge experience and broad ecosystem to provide ready-made solutions for the most in-demand edge use cases across industries, such as industrial, retail, and smart cities.

The platform consists of two main components: edge-native infrastructure and edge AI + applications capabilities. The edge-native infrastructure provides a secure, policy-based automation of IT and OT management tasks, as well as a built-in OpenVINO AI inference runtime for optimal edge AI performance. The edge AI + applications capabilities provide enterprise developers with access to powerful AI tools and services, such as application orchestration, low-code to high-code AI model/app development, hybrid AI from the edge to cloud, data annotation, industry-specific edge services, and digital twin.

Intel’s Edge Platform will come to market with industry leaders and broad ecosystem support, including Amazon Web Services, Lenovo, L&T Technology Services, Red Hat, SAP, Vericast, Verizon Business, and Wipro. These partners will offer integrated solutions that combine Intel’s edge-native capabilities with their own expertise and offerings, enabling enterprises to accelerate time-to-scale deployment, improve total cost of ownership, and achieve higher return on investment.

Intel’s Edge Platform is a game-changer for the edge AI market, as it simplifies the complexity and unlocks the potential of edge computing for enterprises. By providing a complete edge-native platform, Intel is empowering enterprises to harness the power of edge AI and drive innovation in their industries.

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