Discover big data companies on DesignRush that transform raw, complex datasets into clear business intelligence and actionable insights. Our directory is a reliable source for finding a vetted partner that can scale your data capabilities as your business grows.
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We mix automotive industry expertise and cutting-edge technology to give you real results without hidden fees. See how we can custom-build an automotive digital strategy that works for you...
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- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Rolling Meadows, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Zeph is a Romanian-based agency exclusively focused on increasing business value through digital marketing strategies, an integrated ecosystem of tools and professional partners. We believe growth isn't just about numbers, it's about the courage to dream, perseverance and smart decisions. At Zeph, we deliver...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Public Relations
- UI/UX Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A Product Engineering, Technology Services and Consulting company building Intelligent Distributed Systems at Scale, AI, and Data-driven Decision Platforms and Solutions. We are enabling enterprises for Digital transformation with Cloud, Data and AI Strategy and Enterprise Agility...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Top ranking Microsoft Dynamics Partner providing consultation for Dynamics 365 CRM, NetSuite, Dynamics 365 Business Central, Salesforce, SharePoint, BI, Custom Software Development, Web app development, Azure with other Microsoft Solutions. AlphaBOLD based in San Diego, USA. Contact Us Now!...
Top Services:
- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- Cloud Consulting
- AI Development
- IoT
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- Location
- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
BuzzClan is an AI-driven solutions provider delivering software, advisory, and implementation services for public and private sectors. With 500+ experts and 150+ digital transformation wins, we advance innovation through strong data engineering, cloud ops, and automation...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Flower Mound, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
Marradata.ai is a cutting-edge platform specializing in data-driven solutions for businesses, offering tools and expertise in supply chain optimization, data engineering, and analytics to enhance operational efficiency...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Digital Strategy
- CRM Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
- ECM Consulting
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- Location
- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Caplan Artificial (Caplan AI) is the first Balkan AI-centered communications company, delivering end-to-end business transformation through AI consulting and implementation, predictive testing, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), and company-wide AI education...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- SEO
- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Zenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Quisitive is a premier, global Microsoft Partner that harnesses the Microsoft cloud platform, AI, and complementary technologies, including custom solutions and first-party offerings, to generate transformational impact for enterprise customers...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- AI Development
- Cybersecurity
- Software Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Irving, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Supercharge your business with DataNorth AI. We build custom AI solutions that automate repetitive tasks, cut operational costs, and solve labor shortages. Scale faster, boost efficiency, and future-proof your growth. Book your free AI consultation with our AI Experts today!...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- DevOps Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Groningen, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Intrix Cyber Security is a specialist Australian consultancy providing high-end offensive security and strategic advisory services. As an approved supplier on the BuyICT and Buy NSW government panels, we provide advanced penetration testing, Essential Eight maturity uplift, and 24/7 incident response. We...
Top Services:
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
- Software Testing
- IT Services
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Halcyon Technologies IT Professional service is committed to undertake projects based on technology competence and know-how abilities. Halcyon Technologies strive to improve your capability, help you achieve your objectives in minimum time possible, in a cost effective way and by providing a well responsive...
Top Services:
- Big Data Analytics
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- CRM Consulting
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Columbia, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
TerraForce Software specializes in delivering tailored IT solutions, including website and mobile app development, staffing skilled developers, software outsourcing, app modernization, bug fixing, cloud migration, and senior-level code reviews to ensure quality and efficiency in every project...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Khmelnytskyi, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
The Drupfan Business Analysis team is a reliable partner for companies that want to build software the right way from the very beginning. Approximately 40% of our clients from the USA, UK, and Canada approach us after encountering serious problems in their projects. These issues are often caused by the lack...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Gatineau, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
RealizedAI is a Jacksonville-based consulting firm that builds AI-powered financial operations for healthcare practices and small businesses. We connect your billing, banking, and payroll data into one system, then find where money is leaking. For our first healthcare client we matched 98% of payments to bank...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Cosmos Thrace is a Databricks Silver Partner and a data and AI consultancy. We deliver Databricks Lakehouse platforms, data strategies, and AI solutions...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Big Data Analytics
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Eastgate Software is a leading AI-native software engineering company that helps businesses build, modernize, and scale software through dedicated engineering teams, custom software development, and AI-driven delivery...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Smashing Ideas, founded in 1996, is a Seattle-based design and innovation agency partnering with Global 500 companies. With expertise in smart products and digital experiences, their unique Motivational UX process accelerates transformation and enhances user engagement...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Big Data Analytics
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
FSS helps businesses reach relevant company customers, learn from market responses and put scattered business information to work. Based in Riga, we combine B2B outreach, data analysis, practical AI integrations and campaign landing pages. Each engagement starts with a defined task, clear responsibilities and...
Top Services:
- Email Marketing
- Big Data Analytics
- AI Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Riga, Latvia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Inisoft is a US-based data lifecycle and artificial intelligence lab with operations in Argentina that partners with our enterprise clients seeking to disrupt, innovate, and ignite change that can refine industries through data innovation...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With 10+ years of hands-on experience, we have been recognized by our cliets for delivering excellence, offering business-specific cloud solutions to drive maximum impact at minimum cost...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Big Data Analytics
- Managed Services
- IoT
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $600/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
NCINGA, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Singapore, delivers human-centered digital solutions across telecom, banking, manufacturing, and more, with a presence in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, UK, and USA. Specializing in cybersecurity, multi-cloud, networking, AI, blockchain, metaverse, and sustainable...
Top Services:
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
- IT Services
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
DWT (Digital Works Transformation) Technology has been offering business applications, CRM, Integration, migration, database and analytics services since 2017. Our data model is equipped and we support advanced technologies of Oracle Cloud ERP, Microsoft Dynamics, ServiceNow, Salesforce, Big Data, Data...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- ERP Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Mindgruve is a San Diego headquartered, full-service digital marketing, commerce, and data-technology agency founded in 2001. With more than 400 strategists, creatives, media planners, data scientists, and engineers across multiple U.S., Latin America, and European offices, the agency delivers integrated...
Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Market Research
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
We provide data, cloud, product, and quality engineering services for enterprises that need to transform with predictability. We partner with our customers on high-priority, high-visibility projects where failure is not an option. And we only work with customers who want a partner that is invested in the same...
Top Services:
- Big Data Analytics
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- IoT
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- Location
- Stratford, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
AltoLeap builds custom software for manufacturers. Our core work is Configure-Price-Quote (CPQ) and quoting for made-to-order and engineered-to-order products, plus production workflows, dealer portals, reporting and ERP integrations. We also build dispatch and scheduling for transport operators...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- ERP Consulting
- CRM Consulting
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Dolphin Analytics is where agencies and brands come when they're pulling their hair out with data challenges. An AI-native analytics agency: we audit and repair tracking (GA4, GTM, server-side), keep measurement GDPR-safe, and automate reporting and A/B testing. London based; UK, Europe and US...
Top Services:
- Big Data Analytics
- CRO
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- IT Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Our team of technology consultants collaborates closely with your business, employing a strategic approach to identify, strategize, and implement highly efficient, interoperable, and integrated software technology. Specializing in meticulously mapping your business processes, we conduct thorough research to...
Top Services:
- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Mountain Creek, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
BBH Global
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.BBH is a creative agency built on the belief that difference drives success. Founded in London in 1982, we specialize in bold, transformative brand strategies that make businesses more valuable...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Providus is a global technology partner uniting VCs, founders, and engineers to deliver human-centered, AI-enabled digital transformation. From strategy to scalable execution, we build intelligent solutions tailored to every stage, region, and ambition...
Top Services:
- CRM Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Veteran-owned Microsoft partner for data, AI, analytics, cloud modernization, managed services and secure government solutions...
Top Services:
- Big Data Analytics
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Software Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Gig Harbor, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Nobox Group builds the reporting layer growing companies are missing: executive dashboards, per unit scorecards and automated performance reports, plus the tracking and paid media behind them. Agencies in the United States and the United Kingdom hire us as a white label partner for client reporting, tracking...
Top Services:
- Big Data Analytics
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- AI Development
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Barueri, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Tayfusion is an award-winning Database Design & Digital Transformation Consultancy. We are an ethical solutions provider. We play fair and never act in a way that is contrary to the best interests of our clients...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- ERP Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Dundee, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
GetInData, founded by ex-Spotify engineers, excels in Big Data technologies. We specialize in building scalable data infrastructures, implementing distributed data-processing applications, and providing personalized training. With a wide range of Big Data solutions, including Machine Learning Platforms and...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Amplifi is an information management consultancy that helps the world’s leading brands, retailers, and manufacturers to harness and unleash the power of their #1 asset… THEIR DATA...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Incoho Lead Generation is designed to help companies accomplish this goal without draining internal resources that are better deployed selling. This service maintains a two-step process – the first is researching leads and developing the initial list. The second is to call into the target companies in order...
Top Services:
- BPO
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $12/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Classic Informatics is a global web and mobile apps development company, offering technology solutions to enterprises, digital agencies, and start-ups. At Classic Informatics, the clients requirements are studied, researched, planned, and executed systematically for intended deliverance. Our companys strength...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
Apexon is a digital-first technology services company with over 5,500 certified digital engineers globally. The firm specializes in digital experience, AI & analytics, cloud solutions, DevOps, UX, application modernisation, and quality engineering. It partners with enterprises across industries including...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Santa Clara, California
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
Driving customer and employee loyalty with connected digital workflows. Digital workflows are the building blocks for modern customer and employee experiences...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- South Plainfield, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
Zillion Technologies, Inc. (Zillion) provides global expertise in innovative technology, services, and consulting that helps our clients to reach beyond what they think is possible...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Ashburn, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
We are Data Crafts, a team of seasoned digital analytics professionals with 10+ years of experience and hundreds of successful projects on our backs. We perfectly know what contributes to using data successfully and what hinders it. Our mission is to help companies unleash the vast potential of their data and...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Dremio is The Easy and Open Data Lakehouse, providing self-service analytics with data warehouse functionality and data lake flexibility across all of your data...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Santa Clara, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
infogr8 specializes in the art of storytelling! Our team uses data and creative techniques to give life to your company's story, creating captivating content that engages consumers with interactive experiences. With our expertise you can reveal hidden gems of value within your data – making complex ideas...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Comprehensive energy program assessments, economic effect analyses, statistical modeling, and high-quality survey research and market research are all conducted by Evergreen Economics using rigorous and cutting-edge analysis approaches...
Top Services:
- Market Research
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are here to help you with implementing GA4, Adobe Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Looker Studio, BigQuery, Piwik PRO and other analytics tool...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Redmond, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Since 1997, the Dayhuff Group has been on top of the IBM ECM consultancy game, lending cloud innovations with advanced AI and Business Automation solutions. As a cloud-native firm, we guide clients in revitalizing applications and data, leveraging premium technologies from IBM, AWS, and Google...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Worthington, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
Infiniti Research Ltd. stands at the forefront of Automotive Market Research, delivering pinpointed insights and fostering global innovation. Our formidable team presents unparalleled B2B market data to steer businesses to success...
Top Services:
- Market Research
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Elmhurst, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
We are your go-to AI development company, offering cutting-edge automation solutions for your sales and business workflows. We automate the busy work, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—high-value activities that drive revenue and business growth...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Besign® is your seasoned partner for elevating your brand to new heights. With over a decade of expertise in digital product development, we excel in addressing all aspects of website and project development, providing comprehensive solutions to any queries you may have. Our dedicated team is passionate...
Top Services:
- Market Research
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Carabobo, Venezuela
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Gaon leverages unparalleled expertise in analytics, business intelligence, and AI/ML consulting to empower organizations to unleash the full potential of their data. Through actionable insights, we enable informed decision-making, empowering businesses to surpass competitors and achieve lasting success...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Markham, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
Femote is a social impact agency specializing in providing data annotation and data entry services to AI companies, with a focus on empowering women through its operations. Through our services, we contribute to the advancement of AI technology while fostering gender empowerment initiatives...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Newark, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Big Data Company FAQs
What is a big data company?
A big data company analyzes vast volumes of complex data to guide valuable business decisions. It often works with disparate, unfiltered data that requires advanced techniques and technologies to detect patterns that are not immediately apparent.
For instance, a big data company processes customer data from offline (e.g., in-store visits) and online sources (e.g., social media, eCommerce stores, and email forms) to predict buying behavior.
How do big data agencies help businesses analyze and leverage massive datasets?
Big data agencies help businesses leverage massive data through specialized tools and techniques to collect, filter, organize, and analyze data. After, it translates this information into understandable and usable formats, such as reports or dashboards. By doing so, businesses can make strategic decisions to enhance operations, customer experiences, and product offerings, resulting in a competitive advantage.
Which industries benefit most from big data solutions?
The healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and retail industries benefit most from big data solutions. Healthcare providers use big data for more accurate patient diagnosis; financial institutions for fraud detection and risk assessment; manufacturing for supply chain optimization; and retail for demand prediction.
However, beyond these sectors, businesses of all types can gain from partnering with a data analytics company. With over 1.45 trillion gigabytes of data generated daily, organizations will require experts to effectively manage and analyze their data.
What are the top-rated big data companies on DesignRush in 2025?
In 2025, the top-rated big data companies on DesignRush include:
What core and specialized big data services do these companies provide?
These companies provide the following core and specialized big data services:
- Data integration
- Predictive analytics
- Customized reporting
- Data visualization
- Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) training and integration
- Real-time analytics
- Data governance
- Business intelligence consulting
How much do big data services cost in 2025?
In 2025, big data services cost $5,000 to $15,000 annually for small businesses, $15,000 to $100,000 for mid-sized companies, and $100,000 to $500,000 for enterprises.
However, the final cost will be determined by the organization's data complexity and volume, technology and infrastructure, industry-specific requirements, and service model.
How long does it take to see ROI from big data projects?
It takes about 6-12 months after deployment to see ROI from big data projects. Within this timeframe, businesses can experience a more stable data model, efficient workflows, and an improved bottom line.
However, the exact length of time will depend on the organization’s goals and KPIs, data maturity level, and user adoption rates.
What should you look for when hiring a big data company?
When hiring a big data company, look for markers of reliability and credibility, such as:
- Industry certifications, awards, and recognitions
- Case studies and recent projects that show experience in your industry
- Positive client feedback and testimonies
- Strong data governance
- Knowledge of the latest tools and best practices, such as AI/ML, SQL, and PowerBI
- Cultural alignment and a transparent and collaborative approach
What red flags indicate that a big data provider may not be the right fit?
Here are some indicators that the big data provider may not be the right fit for your business:
- Missing certifications, awards, and recognitions that prove its data analytics expertise
- Insufficient experience in your industry, type of data, and technological infrastructure
- Inability to customize its solutions to your specific requirements and integrate them with your systems
- No documentation processes, cybersecurity policies, or knowledge of industry-specific regulations
- Lack of a clear big data strategy and inability to tie processes to tangible business outcomes
- Poor client services, as seen in client testimonies and feedback
What key questions should you ask before signing a big data contract?
Before signing a big data contract, consider asking these key questions:
- Can you provide examples of projects you've completed in our specific industry or with similar data types?
- How do you ensure data quality and accuracy throughout the analytics process?
- What is your approach to data integration with existing systems?
- What is your approach to knowledge transfer and training for our internal team?
- How will you ensure that the insights generated are actionable and integrated into our decision-making processes?
How does big data consulting differ from business intelligence or analytics services?
Big data consulting involves collecting, organizing, cleansing, storing, managing, and analyzing volumes of raw data in real-time (velocity) and from multiple sources (variety). On the other hand, business intelligence focuses on translating this information into digestible and actionable business insights. Often, these two fields work together to help organizations maximize their data.
Lastly, traditional analytics services only deal with structured data and use statistical, descriptive, and diagnostic analytics. As such, they don’t have the capacity or the systems to derive accurate insights from vast data sets.
Which tools, databases, and platforms do top big data companies use?
Top big data companies use the following tools, databases, and platforms:
- Programming languages: SQL, NoSQL, Python, Java, Scala
- Big data processing tools: Hadoop, Apache Spark, Kafka, Flink, Storm
- Data mining: RapidMiner, Presto
- Data storage: Snowflake, MongoDB, BigQuery, Oracle, IBM, SAP HANA
- Data management: Talend, Informatica, Apache Airflow, Apache Zookeeper
- Data governance: Collibra, Informatica Axon, Alation
- BI tools: Microsoft BI, Tableau
- Cloud platforms: AWS, Google, Azure, Cloudera
How legitimate is the content in the FAQs?
We’re committed to providing practical and accurate information to both businesses and agencies, so we turned to Chike Agbai, founder and CEO of Azumo, a fast-growing software development company. He shared his perspective on what qualifications to look for in a big data partner.
Chike Agbai spent nearly two decades as an investment banker on Wall Street, where he advised leading software companies such as Oracle, Salesforce, and Dell on high-stake transactions, before founding Azumo in 2016. Under his leadership, Azumo has grown into a multi-million-dollar business, creating software solutions for global brands like Meta, Discovery, and Zynga, as well as high-growth startups.