CA Acquires Artificial Intelligence Company AI Ware

Investing in artificial intelligence technology, Computer Associates (CA, Islandia, NY) has acquired

AI Ware (Beachwood, OH), a privately-held developer of intelligent decision support software, for an undisclosed sum. AI Ware, specializing in neural net and optimization technology, develops the CAD/Chem formulation modeling and optimization system and the Process Advisor process optimization and control tool. "Neural net technology will be instrumental in addressing the next generation of business challenges," said CA senior VP of advanced technology Marc Sokol. Added Dr. Yoh-Han Pao, former president of AI Ware: "As part of CA, we will be even better able to continue advancing process control technology while gaining access to a broader marketplace." AI Ware's operations will remain in Ohio.