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TROY, Mich., Dec. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR), a global leader in computational intelligence, has announced a partnership with CGI, one of the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world. The partnership aims to accelerate IT modernization and digital transformation for organizations globally.
At the heart of this partnership is the innovative data science software found in the Altair® RapidMiner® data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) platform, including Altair® AI Studio and Altair SLCâ„¢, a SAS language compiler. Altair SLC empowers organizations to move to a flexible, modern analytics platform with minimal business impact. It runs programs written in SAS language without translation or any third-party products or licenses required. Plus its support for Python, R, and SQL — and the ability to combine program modules built in any of these languages — makes it the perfect way to facilitate major migration projects as well as maintain libraries of SAS language programs at reduced cost.
"This partnership is further evidence of our commitment to helping organizations advance their digital transformation efforts through best-in-class data science and AI-driven technologies," said Stephanie Buckner, chief operating officer, Altair. "Collaborating with an experienced, trusted, and forward-thinking partner like CGI further bolsters our efforts and helps our customers unlock new opportunities to achieve their boldest goals."
Altair's software capabilities, complemented by CGI's business and strategic IT consulting expertise — including in the responsible use of AI — will enable clients to navigate complex IT landscapes and legacy systems. Leveraging the Altair RapidMiner platform to accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge AI solutions, clients will enhance operational efficiencies and business outcomes in industries like finance, healthcare, hospitality, and retail.
"CGI's scientific rigor and human-centric AI approach, combined with Altair's solutions, empowers organizations to advance their modernization and digital strategy to realize both immediate and enduring business value from their AI investments," said Douglas Vargo, vice president, consulting services, CGI.
The collaboration promises to deliver unparalleled value to organizations seeking to modernize their IT infrastructures and harness the enormous power of AI. To learn more about the Altair RapidMiner platform, visit https://altair.com/altair-rapidminer.
About Altair
Altair is a global leader in computational intelligence that provides software and cloud solutions in simulation, high-performance computing (HPC), data analytics, and AI. Altair enables organizations across all industries to compete more effectively and drive smarter decisions in an increasingly connected world – all while creating a greener, more sustainable future. To learn more, please visit www.altair.com.
TROY, Mich., Dec. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR), a global leader in computational intelligence, has announced a partnership with CGI, one of the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world. The partnership aims to accelerate IT modernization and digital transformation for organizations globally.
At the heart of this partnership is the innovative data science software found in the Altair® RapidMiner® data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) platform, including Altair® AI Studio and Altair SLCâ„¢, a SAS language compiler. Altair SLC empowers organizations to move to a flexible, modern analytics platform with minimal business impact. It runs programs written in SAS language without translation or any third-party products or licenses required. Plus its support for Python, R, and SQL — and the ability to combine program modules built in any of these languages — makes it the perfect way to facilitate major migration projects as well as maintain libraries of SAS language programs at reduced cost.
"This partnership is further evidence of our commitment to helping organizations advance their digital transformation efforts through best-in-class data science and AI-driven technologies," said Stephanie Buckner, chief operating officer, Altair. "Collaborating with an experienced, trusted, and forward-thinking partner like CGI further bolsters our efforts and helps our customers unlock new opportunities to achieve their boldest goals."
Altair's software capabilities, complemented by CGI's business and strategic IT consulting expertise — including in the responsible use of AI — will enable clients to navigate complex IT landscapes and legacy systems. Leveraging the Altair RapidMiner platform to accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge AI solutions, clients will enhance operational efficiencies and business outcomes in industries like finance, healthcare, hospitality, and retail.
"CGI's scientific rigor and human-centric AI approach, combined with Altair's solutions, empowers organizations to advance their modernization and digital strategy to realize both immediate and enduring business value from their AI investments," said Douglas Vargo, vice president, consulting services, CGI.
The collaboration promises to deliver unparalleled value to organizations seeking to modernize their IT infrastructures and harness the enormous power of AI. To learn more about the Altair RapidMiner platform, visit https://altair.com/altair-rapidminer.
About Altair
Altair is a global leader in computational intelligence that provides software and cloud solutions in simulation, high-performance computing (HPC), data analytics, and AI. Altair enables organizations across all industries to compete more effectively and drive smarter decisions in an increasingly connected world – all while creating a greener, more sustainable future. To learn more, please visit www.altair.com.
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Altair Announces Partnership with CGI to Drive IT Modernization and AI Innovation
DALLAS, April 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sekisui Specialty Chemicals announced today that it will further increase the price of Selvol® Polyvinyl Alcohol, Selvol Ultiloc®, Selvol Ultalux®, and Selvol Premiol® products up to the amounts shown in the table.
| Region | Increase: |
| North America | $350/mt |
| Latin America | $350/mt |
| Asia | $650/mt |
| EMEA | 550€/mt |
Region
Increase:
North America
$350/mt
Latin America
$350/mt
Asia
$650/mt
EMEA
550€/mt
Sekisui Specialty Chemicals remains committed to meeting customers' needs with high quality products. The increase will take effect on April 15, 2026, or as contracts and agreements allow. Customers should contact their local Sekisui sales representative for more details.
Sekisui Specialty Chemicals' primary product is Selvol, a line of high-performance polyvinyl alcohol polymers and copolymers used in paper, adhesive, packaging, construction, personal care, and many other specialty formulations. Selvol Ultiloc copolymers are Sekisui's most recent innovation, bringing new functionality to the long trusted Selvol product line. The company also represents Advancell expandable microspheres and S-LEC BK polyvinyl acetal resins. Sekisui Specialty Chemicals is a subsidiary of the Sekisui Chemical Group, a multibillion-dollar, global company that delivers a wide range of products and services to enrich people's lives.The company is comprised of core businesses and technologies in housing, social infrastructure, and chemical solutions. For more information, visit www.sekisui-sc.com/.
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Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Announces Global Price Increase
