FPT Elevates Status As Databricks Select Tier Partner, Cementing Regional AI Leadership
KUALA LUMPUR, July 17 (Bernama) -- FPT has officially secured the Select Tier Partner designation from Databricks, marking a significant milestone in its expansion within the data and artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem.
According to a statement, this recognition places FPT among a select group of partners in the Asia-Pacific region with proven expertise in modern data platforms, scalable AI solutions, and enterprise analytics.
FPT Software Vice President and Director of Digital Transformation Division, FPT Corporation, Frank Bignone, noted the partnership milestone underscores FPT's commitment to advancing capabilities in data platforms and AI, leveraging Databricks' technology to accelerate client transformations globally.
Meanwhile, Databricks Vice President of Partners, APJ, Greg Taylor, praised FPT's accomplishment, highlighting the company's growing leadership in delivering enterprise-grade AI and data solutions that enable timely, actionable business insights.
The Select Tier is the second-highest level in the Databricks partner ecosystem, awarded to partners who demonstrate a strong track record of expertise, delivery capability and alignment with Databricks technologies.
FPT achieved this status through significant investment in talent development, with nearly 100 technical certifications and over 40 pre-sales and leadership certifications within its team.
This achievement builds on a successful collaboration between FPT and Databricks to accelerate AI-driven digital transformation, particularly in Japan and across the Asia-Pacific and Japan (APJ) region. FPT has deployed Databricks-powered solutions for major enterprises in the insurance, manufacturing, and energy sectors, helping clients tackle complex data challenges and drive AI adoption at scale.
As a Select Tier Partner, FPT gains access to enhanced training, technical support, and closer sales collaboration with Databricks. These benefits empower FPT to deliver more comprehensive data transformation projects, especially for clients in banking, manufacturing, and retail aiming for large-scale digital modernisation.
Looking ahead, FPT plans to expand its pool of Databricks-certified professionals and increase joint go-to-market initiatives with Databricks, focusing on key markets such as the United States and Japan. These efforts aim to generate new business opportunities and reinforce FPT's standing as a trusted partner in the global data and AI landscape.
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