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Exasol Expands Its Innovation Horizons with a New Engineering and Product Development Center (EPDC) in Chennai, India

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At Exasol, innovation is at the core of everything we do. That’s why we’re eager to share a significant step forward: the launch of our Engineering and Product Development Center (EPDC) in Chennai, India. This strategic move marks a significant milestone for Exasol as it aims to enhance its engineering and product development organization to build next-generation products.

What This Means for Exasol

Exasol has always been about empowering businesses through data. Our flagship product, the Exasol Data Warehouse, is celebrated for its speed, flexibility, and industry-leading price/performance ratio. By establishing the EPDC, we’re taking a bold step to enhance these core strengths. This center will:

  • Strengthen our engineering capabilities: With access to Chennai’s talent, we’ll accelerate the development of innovative products that exceed customer expectations.
  • Foster collaboration: The center will be a hub for creativity, bringing together some of the brightest minds in technology to solve complex problems and drive advancements in analytics.
  • Maintain our competitive edge: By investing in this new facility, we’re ensuring that Exasol remains a leader in analytics technology, delivering solutions that businesses can rely on.

Why Chennai?

Chennai is a city synonymous with innovation and technology. Its dynamic IT sector and diverse pool of engineering talent make it a strategic choice for businesses aiming to scale their technological capabilities. With robust infrastructure and a business-friendly environment, Chennai provides an ideal foundation for fostering creativity and collaboration. At Exasol, we see this as an opportunity to tap into one of the richest talent pools in the world, allowing us to build cutting-edge solutions that stay ahead of the curve.

Partnering for Success

To bring this vision to life, Exasol is collaborating with adesso SE, a leading German IT service provider. Adesso’s expertise will be instrumental in setting up and operating the center, ensuring a strong foundation for our growth and innovation in the years to come.

Exasol’s India operations will be led by Balajee Rajaram, who brings over 25 years of experience in building and leading engineering and product teams for multinational organizations. Most recently, Balajee served as the Head of Engineering at Logitech’s Global Capability Center in India.

A Word from Our CEO

Jörg Tewes, CEO of Exasol, shares his enthusiasm for this milestone:

“This strategic expansion is a testament to our commitment to innovation and excellence. The Chennai Engineering and Product Development Center will play a pivotal role in enhancing our development capabilities and delivering even greater value to our customers.”

Looking Ahead

The launch of our EPDC in Chennai marks a new chapter for Exasol. As we embark on this journey, we’re excited about the possibilities that lie ahead—for our company, our customers, and the analytics industry as a whole. Stay tuned as we continue to innovate, grow, and push the boundaries of what’s possible with data-driven technology.