Aware Group and HSO: Getting the most out of your data with AI
With the acquisition of New Zealand's Aware Group, a recognized specialist in Copilot, machine learning, and generative AI, HSO has even more expertise in data & AI solutions now.
Imagine this: a robot dog equipped with AI and machine learning technology enters a collapsed cathedral, maps it out completely, and enables safe restorations. Sounds like science fiction? No, it's reality. With the acquisition of New Zealand's Aware Group—a specialist in machine learning and generative AI—HSO now has even more expertise to deliver data & AI solutions that truly make a difference.
With innovative tools and custom solutions, Aware ensures that customers use their data smartly. HSO, as an expert in establishing robust data platforms and business applications, provides the ideal foundation for these innovative AI solutions. Together, they form a strong team that turns data into valuable insights and direct impact.
Making an impact with Data & AI
Aware Group has been using AI and machine learning for years to make an impact in New Zealand, Australia, and Asia. For example, it played a crucial role in the restoration of the Christ Church Cathedral in Christchurch. The cathedral was heavily damaged by earthquakes, and entering it was too dangerous. The solution? Spot, the robot dog. It could enter and collect crucial data with 3D scanners and cameras. This data was then analyzed with the help of machine learning to map out the damage and create models of the internal structure. This allowed for accurate and well-founded decisions about the restoration of the church.
Making an impact with Data & AI
The power of AI extends further than you might expect. For the New Zealand Defence Force, Aware created an AI solution that even works in rugged environments without internet. The technology analyzes live drone footage on-site, detects important events immediately, and sends this data in real-time to analysts. This saves thousands of hours of manual analysis and improves situational awareness in missions. The result? A faster response time in moments that can mean the difference between life and death.
Accelerating Transformation Together
Data & AI and machine learning are used to solve the most complex challenges. Thanks to the collaboration between HSO and Aware Group, customers now have access to these powerful technologies. Brandon Hutcheson, CEO of Aware Group, is pleased with the collaboration: "As part of HSO, we can accelerate our mission to make an impact worldwide with data & AI. With HSO's deep industry knowledge and expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365, and Aware's proven strength in custom AI and data processing solutions, we become a world leader in the rapidly changing AI landscape."
HSO also has extensive experience in building a solid data & AI foundation for organizations. This is done with modern data platforms and the effective implementation of data governance and strategy.
For Peter J. Ter Maaten, founder and CEO of HSO, Aware Group is the perfect addition. "With this addition, our portfolio of AI applications has significantly expanded. This allows us to help customers accelerate their AI transformation, improve the employee experience, transform customer interactions, reform business processes, and develop innovative operational strategies," says Ter Maaten.
Future with AI
The collaboration between HSO and Aware Group offers enormous AI opportunities, but these require conscious choices. How do we use the technology to help companies grow not only faster but also responsibly? How can AI help us make sustainable, thoughtful decisions? With data & AI at the heart of business operations, we are building a future where technology truly takes us further—in a way that matters. That is the challenge that HSO and Aware are taking on together.