SINGAPORE, Aug. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Access point (NASDAQ:AVPT), the most advanced provider of SaaS and data management platforms, today announced its new SGD$100 million Global R&D Center in Singapore, which will act as a major center within of the company’s global R&D network and nurture local talent to support the growing global demand for B2B SaaS solutions. Through its new investment backed by Digital Industry Singapore (DISG), AvePoint will also advance its IT and digital infrastructure as well as global business connectivity to continue its international expansion.
At the opening ceremony earlier today, Singapore’s Minister of Trade and Industry, Mr. Gan Kim Yong, joined AvePoint to usher in a new commitment to innovation in APAC. The ceremony took place at AvePoint’s new office located in Galaxis, One North.
“AvePoint has worked closely with the Singapore government, education and corporate organizations to advance our digital transformation efforts over the past thirteen years, so it has been a privilege to have our key partners and investors to celebrate this moment with us,” said Dr Tianyi Jiang. (TJ), co-founder and CEO, AvePoint. “The establishment of our international R&D center and Asia headquarters in Singapore reflects both the historic success we have had with valued partners, including Microsoft, as well as the promise we see in this country and in the wider APAC region. This is a crucial step in the progress of our main growth vector to continue our international expansion.
The investment in the R&D Hub will see AvePoint hire and train more than 500 digital professionals by 2026, nearly tripling its existing team of product and technology professionals in roles such as business analysts, data scientists, Microsoft Certified Software Architects and Engineers in Singapore. The company will provide strong professional development opportunities, strengthen local leaders and invest in collaborative recruitment with local educational institutions. With the growth of a vibrant R&D community in Singapore, AvePoint intends to pursue product innovation to address modern digital challenges, including hybrid business collaboration, security, responsible use of artificial intelligence, blended learning and well-being.
Over the past decade, AvePoint has delivered several innovative solutions, including a shared SaaS learning management system for six higher education institutes in Singapore. The R&D center will ensure continued innovation in education technology, to empower future generations and create access to quality education for our digital future.
“AvePoint’s R&D and product capabilities will help meet Singapore’s global demand for B2B SaaS solutions. This is a testament to Singapore’s strong tech ecosystem for talent, business and innovation,” said Chan Ih Ming, Senior Vice President of DISG. “We look forward to partnering with AvePoint to support digital business transformation through innovative and targeted technologies.”
In addition to anchoring the development of new products and solutions for Singapore and the global market, AvePoint’s new location will strengthen overall cloud resiliency for customers, support data sovereignty, strengthen multi-cloud security, and ensure that regional companies are supported locally. As more APAC organizations digitize and require SaaS solutions, AvePoint sees a critical need to expand its presence in the region and meet growing customer demand.
To learn more about AvePoint’s new global R&D center and Asia headquarters in Singapore, visit www.avepoint.com/sg.
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