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The 2021 Forbes AI 50 recognizes the top artificial intelligence companies in the world. Our editors examine which data science firms warrant extra attention.

The 2021 Forbes AI 50 recognizes the best private artificial intelligence companies in the world. Ranging from a variety of industries including human resources, healthcare, transportation and data analytics, the annual listing makes mention of practitioners using AI in unique ways and generating real business impact. As part of the selection process for the list, Forbes data partner, Meritech Capital, received hundreds of submissions from the top AI startups.

In order to qualify for inclusion, companies needed to prove that technologies like machine learning, natural language processing and computer vision make up the core of their product. Once vetted, each AI company was ranked based on revenue gain, profitability, internal growth, customer statistics, and funding and valuations. Their scores were tabulated to produce the final ranks, which Forbes has arranged in ascending order of valuation.

The editors at Solutions Review have perused the 2021 Forbes AI 50, available here, and identified these top data science firms as warranting extra attention. Companies are listed in the order Forbes has them ranked.

Databricks offers a cloud and Apache Spark-based unified analytics platform that combines data engineering and data science functionality. The product leverages an array of open-source languages and includes proprietary features for operationalization, performance, and real-time enablement on Amazon Web Services. A Data Science Workspace enables users to explore data and build models collaboratively. It also provides one-click access to preconfigured ML environments for augmented machine learning with popular frameworks.

Dataiku offers an advanced analytics solution that allows organizations to create their own data tools. The companys flagship product features a team-based user interface for both data analysts and data scientists. Dataikus unified framework for development and deployment provides immediate access to all the features needed to design data tools from scratch. Users can then apply machine learning and data science techniques to build and deploy predictive data flows.

DataRobot offers an enterprise AI platform that automates the end-to-end process for building, deploying, and maintaining AI. The product is powered by open-source algorithms and can be leveraged on-prem, in the cloud or as a fully-managed AI service.DataRobotincludesseveralindependent but fully integrated tools (PaxataData Preparation,Automated Machine Learning, Automated Time Series,MLOps, and AI applications), and each can be deployed in multiple ways to match business needs and IT requirements.

Domino Data Lab offers an enterprise data science platform that allows data scientists to build and run predictive models. The product helps organizations with the development and delivery of these models via infrastructure automation and collaboration. Domino provides users access to a data science Workbench that provides open source and commercial tools for batch experiments, as well as Model Delivery so they can publish APIs and web apps or schedule reports.

Tim is Solutions Review's Editorial Director and leads coverage on big data, business intelligence, and data analytics. A 2017 and 2018 Most Influential Business Journalist and 2021 "Who's Who" in data management and data integration, Tim is a recognized influencer and thought leader in enterprise business software. Reach him via tking at solutionsreview dot com.

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Examining Top Data Science Firms in the 2021 Forbes AI 50 - Solutions Review