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Ascend 2025.1—Clarity, Compiled

Maxime Vermeir

May 16, 2025

The future of AI and automation is within reach, and it’s time to untangle the complexities holding businesses back. Join us at Ascend 2025.1, ABBYY’s premier online event, where we’ll illuminate a path toward smarter decisions, accelerated automation, and groundbreaking innovation. Mark your calendars and get ready to turn complexity into clarity.

This cutting-edge gathering will highlight the latest advancements in Purpose-Built AI, showcasing how intelligent document processing (IDP) and process intelligence (PI) are helping organizations craft streamlined, powerful solutions for real-world challenges. Whether you’re a developer looking for easier ways to integrate IDP, a business leader aiming to optimize processes, or simply someone curious about how AI is evolving, there's something for you.

 

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Why attend?

Simplifying complexity

With the theme "Clarity, Compiled," Ascend 2025.1 is dedicated to breaking down the barriers between advanced AI technologies and practical, actionable applications. We’re here to show you that innovation doesn’t have to be overwhelming. From transforming data into insights to creating seamless automations, our expert speakers will demonstrate how ABBYY is making AI not just accessible, but indispensable for business operations.

Unveiling innovations

This year’s event offers an exclusive look at pivotal updates in our product suite. You’ll hear directly from ABBYY’s leaders and product experts, like how we’re enhancing IDP to empower developers and extending process intelligence to a wider audience. We’ll also introduce you to new offerings, such as Process AI for Consulting, and demonstrate how to uncover hidden efficiencies and opportunities in your workflows.

Preparing for the next wave

AI is evolving rapidly and so are associated risks. That’s why we’re focusing on Agentic AI in this edition of Ascend. Learn what this concept means, why and when it’s necessary, and how ABBYY is helping businesses lower risks while maximizing rewards. We’ll also explore how Process AI and Document AI can align to build robust systems that are flexible, scalable, and powerful.

Event spotlights

Here’s a glimpse of what you can look forward to.

Highlights

  • Product announcements: Hear about our latest releases and upcoming updates that will enhance your AI and automation strategies.
  • Deep-dive on agentic AI: Understand the concept and practical implications of this major trend and take home an exclusive e-book to explore AI agents further.
  • Powerful new tools: See how the new Process AI for Consulting offering empowers you to take control of your data for better decision-making.
  • Technical demos: Experience live demos of ABBYY technology to see how you can leverage it.

Developer-first content

This year, we’re shining a spotlight on the developer community. Exploring the technical preview of the Document AI API, discover best practices, and find out how developers are testing innovative solutions. Plus, learn how to get hands-on access to these tools and join a thriving ecosystem driving cutting-edge implementations.

Why you shouldn’t miss it

Automation is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity for staying competitive. At Ascend 2025.1, you’ll gain the insights, tools, and strategies you need to keep pace with today’s dynamic business environments. With engaging content for both technical and business audiences, this event is designed to empower you with the clarity to conquer complexity and chart a path toward innovation.

Best of all? It’s completely online, making it accessible from anywhere in the world.

Stay tuned for session schedules, speaker announcements, and more exciting updates as we approach the event. See you at Ascend 2025.1!

 

Don’t wait to be part of the future of AI. Sign up today to secure your spot at Ascend 2025.1 and take the first step toward transforming how you work, decide, and innovate.

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Maxime Vermeir

Maxime Vermeir

Senior Director of AI Strategy

With a decade of experience in product and technology, Maxime Vermeir is an entrepreneurial professional with a passion for creating exceptional customer experiences. As a leader, he has managed global teams of innovation consultants and led large enterprises' transformation initiatives. Creating insights into new technologies and how they can drive higher customer value is a key point in Maxime’s array of Subject Matter Expertise. He is a trusted advisor and thought leader in his field, guiding market awareness for ABBYY's technologies.

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