Align, the premier global provider of technology infrastructure solutions and Managed IT Services, announces today that it has been awarded AI Technology Provider of the Year in the 2024 Hedgeweek US Awards.

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Vinod Paul, Kristine Masseria and Chris Zadrima accept Align's award for AI Technology Provider of the Year at the 2024 Hedgeweek US Award Ceremony. (Photo: Business Wire)

This annual awards program recognizes excellence among fund managers and service providers in the US across a wide range of categories. As the top AI Technology Provider, Align prides itself on offering the most innovative managed IT services for hedge funds.

The Align IT Suite, Align’s complete Managed Services platform, is built on the foundation of the Microsoft public cloud, offering flexible, secure, compliant managed services for clients, particularly those in the alternative investment industry. It is the first MSP in the space to offer AI-driven assistance across Microsoft 365 applications, optimizing business data and workflows. Clients benefit from automated tasks and enhanced productivity, all while maintaining the robust security and compliance standards essential for hedge funds and investment firms.

Vinod Paul, President of Align Managed Services expressed his gratitude for the recognition from Hedgeweek, stating, "We are honored to have been named AI Technology Provider of the Year. This award shows our team's dedication to innovation and excellence in leveraging AI technologies to meet the unique needs of our clients in the alternative investment sector. Our integration of Microsoft 365 Copilot into the Align IT Suite allows them to harness the power of AI while maintaining the highest standards of security and compliance. This recognition fuels our commitment to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in managed IT services and continuing to deliver cutting-edge solutions that drive our clients' success in an increasingly digital and AI-driven world."

Chris Zadrima, Chief Operating Officer at Align, expressed his gratitude for the award, stating, “This achievement is a direct reflection of our team's hard work and dedication to staying at the forefront of technological advancements. As we continue to evolve our AI-driven solutions, we remain focused on empowering our clients with tools that not only meet but anticipate their complex needs.”

As a trailblazer in the industry, Align became the first Managed Services Provider to introduce an all-encompassing Public Cloud-based platform tailored exclusively for the Alternative Financial Services sector. As a premier Tier 1 Microsoft Azure cloud services provider with a singular focus on the alternative investment industry, Align has broadened its portfolio by delivering cybersecurity solutions meticulously designed for Registered Investment Advisors and the Alternative Investment community.

To learn more about Align, go to www.align.com and follow Align on LinkedIn and at @AlignITAdvisor on Twitter.

About Align

Align is a premier global provider of technology infrastructure solutions. For over 35 years, leading firms worldwide have relied on Align to guide them through IT challenges, delivering complete, secure solutions for business change and growth. Align is headquartered in Dallas, Texas and has offices in New York City, London, Chicago, San Francisco, Arizona, New Jersey, and Virginia. Learn more at https://www.align.com/managed-services.

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