Our directory of AI development companies in the USA is built on five main ranking criteria and reviewed by a team of 12 experts. This gives you a clear and reliable way to choose the right partner.
Organic rankings are determined by five factors: top services, reviews, portfolio, awards/press, and team expertise. Sponsored listings pay for a placement that appears above organic positions. Sponsorship does not affect star ratings or review content - read more on our methodology page.
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Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Aurora, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We're a Human-Driven and AI-enabled sales development team recommended by 100+ VCs, 200+ leading startups, dozens of professional sports teams, and iconic tech companies we book meetings!...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
Data Monsters, an Elite NVIDIA Partner headquartered in Palo Alto, offers expert AI consulting services to funded startups and enterprise R&D teams. With 15 years of experience and a proven track record of successful projects, Data Monsters accelerates the development and implementation of NVIDIA-based AI...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Cupertino, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Developing internet software that makes a difference.SGMsoft is a California company with a global team focusing on development of complex cloud software for startups...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Walnut, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Marinus Analytics is an open source intelligence and internet safety company providing software, intelligence, and data analyst and investigations support to law enforcement and private sector clients...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
solutions4networks is an IT integration and consulting company that provides solutions in the following pillars of excellence: network infrastructure, collaboration, wireless, cybersecurity, and cloud / data center/ modern workplace...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Whatever your business needs may be, Blue Altair is here to support you. We tackle projects of all sizes, and custom-tailor them to fit your companys needs. Connect with us to learn more about how we can enhance your business.Let's talk...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Arlington, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
Hypotenuse Labs is a San Francisco based software consultancy founded in 2018. It delivers high-performance engineering support across Web3, fintech, AI and developer tools. The firm specializes in launching complex products such as NFT marketplaces, crypto wallets, backend platforms and internal systems for...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Our Data Science Consultants are experts at driving business transformation powered by trustworthy, explainable, and human-centered AI design and development...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
AnswerPoint is a technology consulting firm specializing in database modernization, automation, AI solutions, and cloud-based services. The company offers a suite of services designed to optimize business operations and data management...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
GoProdigii, LLC is a multi-sided platform technology and business services company that enables social impact investors and purpose driven entrepreneurs to efficiently orchestrate new high-performance solutions to problems in social impact...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are a Management Consulting Firm focusing on Rapid Growth with a repeatable process. Our principals are authors, award winners, and high end revenue producers for companies like IBM, KPMG, Lenovo and Tesla. Our only goal is to meet yours. We focus on Growth through: Operational Process, (including AI)...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
At DataTech Consulting & Contracting, we offer first-rate superior technical services tailored to our client's needs. We empower businesses and individuals to swiftly and effectively achieve their goals. Our team is comprised of a cadre of individuals committed to serving our clients and providing efficient...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
SocioSquares is a mix of heartware and software. We offer brands the best of creativity and technology to make digital experiences that solve real marketing problems. From social media to paid media. From web development to product development. From SEO to employee advocacy, and everything in between. If...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Pearland, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
We are technologists and operators that build for today, while being mindful of tomorrow. Focus on your most important customer and employee experiences, while we focus on the technology.Integrating Data, Optimizing Processes, and Empowering Your Team for the Future...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We combine innovation and experts to craft software that meets today's demands and paves the way for tomorrow's possibilities...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Machine Vision (AI) Artificial Intelligence for Take-Two/2K, Google, Intel, Warner Brothers, Mattel, DoD & more...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Photon.com has emerged as one of the worlds largest and fastest-growing Digital Agencies. We work with 40% of the Fortune 100 on their Digital initiatives and are known for our ability to integrate Strategy Consulting, Creative Design, and Technology at scale...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
Irrevo empowers visionary professionals to harness AI, turning complex technology into a driving force for innovation and success...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We specialize in cutting-edge technologies delivering perfection by design and performance by default. From AI strategy to implementation, we are your partners in digital transformation, building intelligent solutions to drive your business forward. We transform top organizations with product design &...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Chandler, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
AI REV is an AI consulting company helping businesses harness the power of artificial intelligence to streamline operations, boost efficiency, and drive innovation...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
Network Intelligence is an AI cybersecurity company that blends advanced machine learning with real-time threat detection to protect organizations from evolving digital threats...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
MixMode is an AI cybersecurity company leveraging next-gen generative AI to detect and prevent advanced cyber threats in real time, without relying on legacy rules or signatures...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Santa Barbara, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
Prodcrowd is a cutting-edge AI innovation lab specializing in RAG-as-a-Service, generative AI, and intelligent automation. We design and integrate full-stack AI/ML solutions to enhance user experience, streamline enterprise workflows, and accelerate digital transformation...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Chino Hills, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
ErisAI empowers businesses with cutting-edge AI solutions, from intelligent agents to tailored automation systems. By leveraging machine learning, NLP, and adaptive automation, we help organizations streamline operations, enhance customer engagement, and scale with ease...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Albany, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
PrimeLoop is where strategy meets automation - we design AI-driven solutions that streamline operations, fuel growth, and give brands the competitive edge they deserve...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Trova.ai builds intelligent solutions that connect data, machine learning, and real-world impact. We design and deliver AI-driven products from analytics pipelines to full-scale applications helping teams move from experimentation to reliable, production-ready systems...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Champaign, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Talbot West is the digital transformation partner that CGRS has been looking for. Not only do they have a thorough grasp on AI and its capabilities and limitations, but they understand our business and what we need. Their communication is clear, their delivery is precise, and they look out for our best...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Riverton, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $111/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Nexalead AI is an AI consulting and automation company that helps mid-market businesses accelerate growth through AI-powered sales, pricing intelligence, workflow automation, ERP optimization, and Fractional Chief AI Officer (CAIO) services. The company delivers rapid AI implementation programs designed to...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
CodeWheel AI builds secure, production-grade AI platforms for startups and engineering teams. Led by senior AI architect Matt Owens (15+ years in production engineering), we deliver RAG pipelines, agent workflows, vector search, multi-tenant SaaS, and Next.js/Vercel applications with security, validation, and...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
Accion Labs is an 𝐀𝐈-𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭, 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦-𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲 headquartered in Pittsburgh. At the core is our mission to enhance lives by transforming businesses...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Bridgeville, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
ChiefAI helps leadership teams turn AI into practical, measurable business results. We work with your existing tools to design AI strategies, workflows, and governance that improves efficiency, decision-making, and execution, without adding unnecessary complexity...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Manchester, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Building AI-powered GTM Command Centers that help B2B revenue teams execute with unprecedented intelligence and precision...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Danville, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Atoms represents a shift in how companies are created. Instead of building teams first, you build systems that execute. With coordinated AI agents running the loop from research to growth, Atoms turns ideas into real, scalable businesses...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Salt Branch Technology Group helps established businesses put AI to work practically, affordably, and without the fluff. We specialize in AI implementation, intelligent automation, and data strategy for small to mid-sized companies in traditional industries. Our clients don't need hype they need results. And...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Fort Worth, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Genusys AI helps businesses streamline operations through intelligent automation and AI-driven systems. With over 20 years of experience, we design practical solutions that reduce manual work, improve accuracy, and enhance decision-making. Our focus is on building scalable, real-world applications of AI that...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
ConciergeOne helps startups add engineering capacity through embedded engineers, dedicated pods, nano global capability centers (GCCs), and machine learning support. Engagements are built for fast onboarding into existing codebases, sprint rituals, and delivery workflows...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
Boomdevs is a strategic digital product partner for startups, scaleups, and enterprises. Since 2014, one senior team has taken products from strategy through design, engineering, and post-launch growth — custom software, web & mobile apps, UI/UX, and AI built in rather than bolted on. Our work runs at real...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
JetSoftPro comprises a network of tech professionals dedicated to helping your business achieve its technology objectives through exceptional software development and data science expertise. Our team is committed to delivering superior solutions that drive your success...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- VR/AR
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Triagons, driven by innovation, excels in crafting impactful digital products through a team of top-tier talents. Our approach seamlessly merges design and value, elevating our clients' visions to unparalleled heights in the digital world...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Ultrashield Technology is a top mobile app development company in INDIA, specializing in iOS, Android & cross-platform apps. With expertise in AI/ML, LLMs, and Blockchain, we deliver secure, scalable, and future-ready digital solutions trusted by startups and enterprises...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Blockchain
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
We deliver transformative technologies to some of the worlds most recognized brands. We work with the top performance management vendors including OneStream, Angular, Ionic, Azure, React, Oracle to automate and optimize your business processes, and make your work simpler and more efficient...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Managed Services
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Black Airplane turns consequential business problems into polished custom software. Our 30+ full-time, 100% USA-based strategists, product designers, and engineers deliver AI solutions, web platforms, and mobile apps used by more than 50 million people each month...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Woodstock, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
For growth-stage software companies operating in regulated environments, where enterprise deals, audits, and regulations block growth, Corpsoft Solutions is a compliance-native software development partner that designs and builds audit-ready systems from day one...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- IT Compliance Solution
- AI Development
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Audaz Brasil | USA is a digital marketing agency with over 15 years of experience, offering strategic and effective solutions to boost sales and achieve outstanding results. With more than 600 clients served across Brazil, the U.S., and Europe, the agency stands out for its bold approach and high-quality...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- AI Development
- Branding
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Dracut, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Since 1996, smartData Enterprises has been committed to exceeding customer expectations as a worldwide contract software development organization. Its software applications are designed with customer experience and feedback in mind...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Software Testing
- AI Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- White Plains, New York
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $18/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Founded in 2000, Radixweb is a global leader in AI-driven software, product engineering & digital transformation. With 25+ yrs, 650+ experts & 5,500+ projects for 3,000+ clients in 25+ countries, we deliver cloud & AI solutions across industries, driving innovation, agility & growth...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Artesia, California
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 24 Projects Listed
Chetu is a global software development company delivering tailored solutions across industries. With specialized expertise in AR/VR AI technologies, Chetu empowers businesses to innovate and stay ahead in the digital landscape...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Sunrise, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Sam's Solution is a dynamic software company specializing in custom software, web and mobile app development, IT consulting, and digital transformation. We deliver innovative, tailored tech solutions that help businesses streamline operations, boost efficiency, and achieve their strategic goals...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Experience innovation, agility, and growth with BiztechCS, a renowned web and mobile and eCommerce app development company. Since 2006, we've been empowering brands globally with cutting-edge solutions that drive measurable results...
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- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
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Frequently Asked Questions About AI Development Companies in USA
What services does an AI development company in USA provide?
AI development companies in USA provide a wide range of services that replicate human cognition, including machine learning (ML), natural language processing (NLP), and robotics.
According to Pixion, the most common AI development services in USA include:
- Enterprise RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) platforms make up 50% or more of all AI services provided. They include creating a secure, auditable “ChatGPT for your company data” built on the latest frontier models (GPT, Claude Sonnet, Gemini Pro, etc.) + best-in-class retrieval.
- AI agents and agentic workflows account for 25 to 30%. They involve developing autonomous agents that can reason, use tools, remember context, and execute complex business processes (powered by API calls, with zero fine-tuning).
- AI-driven workflow automation that replaces brittle, rule-based bots with reasoning-powered agents presents 10 to 15% of all AI services.
- Multimodal document intelligence and workflow tools (invoices, contracts, forms, etc.) constitute 10%.
Designli also reports that 44.4% of tech founders believe internal automation is the most beneficial AI feature for their product. This is followed by user personalization (22.2%) and AI-assisted productivity features (22.2%).
How much do AI development services cost in the USA?
Hiring an AI software development company in the USA for prototyping and minimal viable products (MVPs) can cost from $50,000 and go above $500,000 for custom enterprise models, as Pixion states.
| Complexity level | Typical services | Budget ranges | Typical timeline |
| Proof of concept / MVP | Rapid prototype, off-the-shelf models (e.g., OpenAI/Gemini API), simple prompt engineering, basic UI | $30,000 to $100,000 | 1 to 4 months |
| Low to medium complexity | Simplistic agentic workflows, RAG pipeline, integration with internal data sources, moderate UI/UX, basic security | $80,000 to $200,000 | 4 to 10 months |
| Medium to high complexity | Multimodal systems, fine-tuning or pre-training, agentic workflows, custom model optimization, on-premise/private deployment, compliance (GDPR, etc.) | $150,000+ | 10 to 12+ months |
| Enterprise / highly complex | Bespoke model development or heavy distillation, multi-agent systems, real-time inference at scale, advanced MLOps, deep integrations (ERP, CRM, proprietary data lakes), and ongoing training pipelines | $500,000+ | 1+ years |
When can clients expect ROI from an AI project?
Return on investment (ROI) depends on the type of AI development services provided:
- Support automation usually shows ROI within 2 to 4 months because it directly replaces workload.
- Sales AI shows ROI in 1 to 3 months because a single converted lead can justify the cost.
- Content automation depends on the SEO cycle, but usually returns value within 3 to 6 months.
- Recommendation systems pay off in 2 to 5 months, depending on traffic.
- Internal ChatGPTs are slower, usually 4 to 9 months, because their impact spreads across multiple departments.
What are the typical timelines for AI projects from initial planning to delivery across complexity levels?
AI systems don’t reach a final state, as they are not static assets. They keep learning, breaking, and improving as they absorb new data through regular usage.
Approximate timeframes are:
- Small projects, like focused chatbots or narrow content workflows, usually take 3 to 5 months from the first workshop to a stable version people can use at work.
- Mid-level projects, such as full-support automation or sales qualification, often take 6 to 9 months to feel properly integrated into daily operations.
- Large, cross-departmental systems such as recommendation engines or internal company-wide copilots usually require 9 to 18 months before AI becomes a part of the company’s operations.
How often do AI development companies in USA update or retrain deployed models?
Most production AI models are monitored and retrained from weekly to quarterly, while high-volume or fast-changing systems update even daily or in near real time.
- Fast-changing consumer apps and social platforms: Continuous or daily updates
- Finance and fraud detection: Weekly to monthly retraining
- Healthcare and other regulated use cases: Monthly to quarterly retraining
- Retail, pricing, and recommendations: Daily to weekly refreshes
- Large language models (like GPT or Gemini): Major versions every 1 to 2 years, with ongoing fine-tuning and safety updates.
What industries employ AI development companies in USA most?
Many sectors rely heavily on AI development services, and the following list shows the industries with the highest adoption. The percentages show how many organizations in the given sector use at least one AI capability.
- Media and telecom: 88%
- Insurance: 96%
- Technology: 95%
- Consumer goods and retail: 96%
- Healthcare: 95%
- Professional services: 92%
- Travel and logistics: 91%
- Energy and materials: 90%
- Financial institutions: 89%
- Advanced manufacturing: 86%
- Engineering and construction: 86%
- Pharma and medical products: 84%
- Manufacturing: 83%
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