QA becomes first Databricks training partner in EMEA

QA has announced it is Databricks' first authorised training partner in the EMEA region, marking a significant step forward for data and AI training availability.

QA's new role as the authorised training partner ensures that businesses in the EMEA region can access Databricks-certified training. This initiative is designed to close skills gaps, optimise business operations, and scale AI initiatives, providing organisations a competitive advantage. A notable 75% of business leaders have reported that Databricks training enhances performance in key operational areas, underscoring the importance of this collaboration.

QA is a prominent tech training provider in the UK. It leverages Databricks' Data Intelligence Platform to enhance data governance and facilitate the scaling of AI initiatives. This collaboration aims to provide the skilled talent necessary for enterprises to realise the full potential of their data and AI capabilities. The partnership is aligned with the goal of seamless adoption of the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform across industries.

QA and Databricks will offer certified training solutions that include instructor-led courses and government-funded apprenticeships as part of their joint efforts. These are tailored to data engineers, machine learning/AI engineers, data scientists, and data analysts. The focus is on using these training programmes to drive scalable insights and foster impactful innovations within organisations.

The global acceleration in AI adoption has led to a surge in data intelligence and skills certification demand. Databricks' rapid growth has intensified the need to close skills gaps and foster AI-ready workforces. Through this partnership, QA aims to provide organisations with hands-on training, preparing them to navigate the evolving landscape of data and AI.

Jeremy Hill, Chief Marketing Officer at QA, commented, "Imagine being able to ask any question of your business's data. Turning data into information and information into insights. That's the power of Databricks. We're thrilled to partner with them to deliver certified training for data and AI teams, marking a pivotal moment in democratising insights, and we're excited about the transformative impact it will have."

Michael Green, Managing Director and Country Leader for the UK&I at Databricks, added, "At Databricks, we are committed to driving the adoption of the Data Intelligence Platform by democratising data and AI. Our partnership with QA enables us to expand our training efforts and ensure organisations can equip their teams with the real-world skills needed to harness the full potential of the Data Intelligence Platform. We're excited to work with QA to bridge the skills gap and empower organisations to achieve tangible business outcomes."

With competitive advantages in mind, organisations now have the opportunity to enhance their data and AI capabilities through QA's Databricks-certified training offerings.