SoftwareOne Achieves AWS Data Competency, Bolstering Database Modernization and AI Readiness for Texas Enterprises

SoftwareOne, a global software and cloud solutions provider, announced on October 1, 2026, that it has achieved the AWS Data Competency in the Analytics and Database categories. The competency recognizes SoftwareOne's expertise in helping customers modernize and run mission-critical database workloads on AWS while turning data into business value. As one of AWS's most rigorous partner validations, the designation signals a deeper push into database modernization and data-driven AI readiness.

The announcement carries significant implications for Texas businesses, which increasingly rely on data analytics and AI to remain competitive. According to Gudmundur Adalsteinsson, Chief Channels & Ecosystems Officer at SoftwareOne, many enterprises are overspending on databases and underutilizing their data. "With 23 AWS Competencies, this recognition reflects both sides of how we help," Adalsteinsson said. "We optimize, modernize databases and move from proprietary licensed engines to open-source alternatives to cut costs. And we help customers innovate, building the data foundations that AI and agentic AI projects depend on. Good data is what separates AI pilots from AI results."

For Texas companies, the competency means access to a partner with proven success in migrating and modernizing production database workloads on AWS. SoftwareOne's offerings include FinOps-driven modernization assessments that identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency and performance. The company also ensures new applications are built on the right database types. This is particularly relevant for Texas industries such as energy, finance, and retail, where data volumes are large and cost optimization is critical.

SoftwareOne's track record demonstrates tangible results. Popular Book Company in Singapore replaced a legacy SAP Business Warehouse with a data lakehouse on AWS, reducing reporting time by 70%. Tiketti in Finland implemented zero-ETL replication from Amazon Aurora MySQL to Amazon Redshift, cutting latency to under a minute. Phone House in Spain optimized data pipelines to reduce marketing campaign creation time from seven days to one hour. These examples highlight the potential for Texas firms to achieve similar gains. The competency builds on SoftwareOne's existing AWS credentials, including the AWS AI Services Competency and AWS Machine Learning Competency, as well as its participation in the AWS Generative AI Partner Innovation Alliance. More information about the original release is available at www.newmediawire.com.

As an AWS Premier Tier Services Partner, SoftwareOne continues to expand its collaboration with AWS. The company's global presence and local expertise enable it to help Texas organizations navigate complex IT environments and unlock the full value of their technology investments. With this competency, SoftwareOne is positioned to help Texas businesses move from AI pilots to production-ready AI, driving economic impact across the state. For more details on SoftwareOne's solutions, visit www.softwareone.com.