Fujitsu and AMD have signed an MOU to form a strategic partnership to create computing platforms for AI and high-performance computing (HPC).
The partnership – seeking to facilitate the creation of open source and energy efficient platforms to accelerate open-source AI and/or HPC initiatives – will focus on the three strategic areas of engineering, ecosystems and business, targeting joint development of innovative computing platforms by 2027.
Both companies seek to advance the development of open-source AI software that is optimized for the AI computing platforms they will provide, and work to expand the ecosystem.
Both companies will also collaborate to build an open and more sustainable AI/HPC platform ecosystem – including a joint customer center.
Vivek Mahajan, Corporate Vice President, CTO, CPO, Fujitsu Limited, said: “Through this strategic partnership with AMD, Fujitsu seeks to accelerate open-source AI initiatives with a shared vision of achieving sustainable computing platforms – creating an environment in which more companies will be able to utilize AI while reducing the power consumed by data centers.”
Phil Guido, EVP, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, AMD, said: “By combining our cutting-edge AMD Instinct accelerators with Fujitsu’s advanced low-power processors, we are positioned to deliver high-performance and energy-efficient solutions that will benefit our joint AI and HPC customers. Our strategic partnership with Fujitsu not only underscores our commitment to innovation but also highlights our dedication to Japan, where we recognize the importance of local partnerships and expertise.”
