HARMAN named as a Leader by ISG in both 2024 Advanced Analytics and AI Services Provider Lens™ Report and the 2024 Generative AI Services Provider Lens™ Report.

STAMFORD, CT - January 21, 2025 - HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, is honored that its Digital Transformation Solutions business unit has

been globally recognized by Information Services Group (ISG), a top global technology research and advisory firm.

ISG's 2024 Advanced Analytics and AI Services ISG Provider Lens™ (EU and US) report, which evaluated 79 service providers, labeled HARMAN a leader in Data Science and AI Services, Data Modernization, and Advanced BI and Reporting Modernization Services within the midsize provider category. Additionally, HARMAN achieved leadership status in the 2024 Generative AI Services ISG Provider Lens™ global report (mid-size) for Strategy and Consulting Services and Development and Deployment Services.

"We are deeply honored to be recognized by ISG as an industry leader for our collaborative efforts in driving innovation and enabling transformative success for our customers in the AI, Advanced Analytics and Generative AI space," said Nick Parrotta, President, Digital Transformation Solutions and Chief Digital & Information Officer at HARMAN. "This acknowledgment highlights our unwavering commitment to delivering people-first solutions that not only transform businesses but also help drive business outcomes that offer brilliant experiences."

The ISG report highlights the rapid expansion of the GenAI market and the transformative power of AI-driven advanced analytics on business operations, talent dynamics, and competitive landscapes. HARMAN Digital Transformation Solutions is uniquely equipped to guide businesses through this evolving landscape, utilizing its deep domain expertise, strategic partnerships, specialized solutions, versatile platforms and modern data architectures to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and foster innovative business models.

"HARMAN stands out as a trusted partner in advanced analytics, AI and Generative AI services, leveraging cutting-edge platforms, domain-specific expertise, and a human-centric design philosophy to deliver transformative solutions. said Gowtham Sampath, Principal Analyst, ISG. "HARMAN integrates innovative AI technologies with deep industry insights, empowering enterprises to reimagine their operations, drive impactful business outcomes, and navigate the complexities of modern industries with confidence."

The 2024 Advanced Analytics and AI Services ISG Provider Lens™ (EU and US) report underscored several strengths of HARMAN in US region including:

• Data Science and AI Services: The HARMAN innovative approach integrates customizable accelerators and event-driven solutions with deep industry expertise, speeding up AI deployment and empowering enterprises to transform data into actionable insights responsibly and ethically.
• Data Modernization Services: The HARMAN Data DNA platform combines AI-driven modernization and robust governance frameworks, creating secure, high-quality data ecosystems that inspire trust and foster data-driven decision-making.
• Advanced BI and Reporting Modernization Services: HARMAN accelerates insight generation through GenAI-powered insight solutions and centers of excellence (CoEs), enabling businesses to unlock deeper value from data with advanced visualizations and tools that drive smarter decision-making.

The 2024 Generative AI Services ISG Provider Lens™ global report identified several of HARMAN key strengths including:

• Strategy and Consulting Services: With a focus on tailored strategies that drive transformative results, HARMAN helps businesses harness its deep industry expertise and cutting-edge AI solutions to unlock potential, achieve business goals and adapt to rapidly changing market demands.
• Development and Deployment Services: With extensive expertise in AI and ML technologies, HARMAN develops and deploys enterprise-grade AI applications with a focus on scalability, innovation security, and ethical AI practices, supported by a dedicated R&D team.

ISG recently undertook a research initiative to investigate the revolutionary effects of generative AI (GenAI) on the software development life cycle (SDLC). One of the primary hypothesis suggests that GenAI has the potential to halve manual efforts, substantially shorten development timelines, and enhance the quality and security of software throughout its entire life cycle. To learn more, check out the whitepaper: Integrating GenAI into Software Development

For more information on HARMAN Digital Transformation Solutions, visit https://services.harman.com/.

About HARMAN Digital Transformation Solutions

HARMAN Digital Transformation Solutions is dedicated to blending the physical and digital to make technology more dynamic to serve the ever-changing human needs. Our team of over 7,000 employees in 45+ locations around the world are focused on transforming everyday experiences. Compliant and certified with international standard/ management system EN 9100:2018 / AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2013, ISO 13485:2016 and appraised at CMMI-DEV 2.0 ML5, HARMAN partners with our customers to deliver a holistic experience - through the convergence of digital, cross channel user experience, cloud, mobility, insightful data and internet-of-things backed by scalable underlying IT platforms. Our global delivery approach, IPs, platforms and people allows us to deploy next-generation platforms, while delivering cost efficiencies and innovative solutions to help our clients achieve brilliant outcomes.​​ To know more, please visit https://services.harman.com/

About HARMAN

HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In 2017, HARMAN became a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.