S&P Global and IBM have announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing enterprise operations through the deployment of agentic AI. By integrating IBM’s watsonx Orchestrate framework with S&P Global’s comprehensive data suite, the collaboration seeks to address complex challenges in supply chain management, procurement, finance, and insurance.
Transforming Enterprise Operations with Agentic AI
This collaboration leverages IBM’s AI orchestration capabilities to infuse S&P Global’s offerings with intelligent automation. The initial focus is on supply chain management, where AI agents will enhance visibility and decision-making by analyzing data across procurement, trade, country, and supplier risk domains. S&P Global plans to develop new agents for IBM’s watsonx Orchestrate Agent Catalog, utilizing its proprietary data and analytics to expedite decision-making processes.
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Expanding AI Integration Across Business Functions
Beyond supply chain management, S&P Global intends to extend the integration of IBM‘s AI technology to other areas within its Market Intelligence division, including risk intelligence services. This expansion aims to streamline workflows and provide organizations with actionable insights to improve procurement strategies, manage risks, and make informed decisions in a dynamic market environment.
Commitment to AI-Ready Data and Trusted AI Agents
S&P Global’s Enterprise Data Organization is dedicated to providing AI-ready data designed for machine learning and AI applications, facilitating faster model development and deployment. Through its AI innovation hub, Kensho, S&P Global is developing trusted AI agents to transform enterprise operations and deliver greater value to customers.
