Thoughtworks Acquires AI Expertise from Watchful: Fostering Digital Innovation through Integration

Thoughtworks, a global technology consultancy that integrates strategy, design, and engineering, has recently acquired individuals and technology assets from Watchful, a company based in San Francisco, CA. Watchful specializes in accelerating the creation, enhancement, and deployment of AI models for organizations, making them a valuable addition to the Thoughtworks team.

The acquisition brings on board seven highly skilled professionals from Watchful, including co-founders Shayan Mohanty and John Singleton. These individuals bring a wealth of AI and data expertise to Thoughtworks, significantly contributing to its capability in delivering AI and data solutions for clients.

Thoughtworks aims to expedite AI deployment processes by integrating Watchful’s technology into their Data and AI services. This integration will help move projects from proof of concept to production more rapidly and effectively, giving clients faster returns on their AI investments. Current Watchful clients will still receive support for their existing subscriptions as the existing business operations of Watchful come to a close.

Guided by Guo Xiao, the chief executive officer of Thoughtworks is committed to driving digital innovation through strategy, design