EPAM Systems, Inc. announced today that it has joined the OpenAI Partner Network as an OpenAI Advanced Partner to help global enterprises implement safer, scalable AI solutions. EPAM’s forward-deployed engineers will integrate OpenAI’s models into new and existing operations. Through its OpenAI practice, EPAM will help Global 2000 enterprises connect OpenAI models to their applications, data and workflows. Together, EPAM and OpenAI will develop specialized forward-deployed engineer training globally, certifying more than 5,000 consultants with 10,000+ credentials in the first year. Elaina Shekhter, SVP and Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer at EPAM, said the partnership combines leading models with engineering to help executive leaders accelerate innovation. Colleen Kapase, VP, Strategic Global Partners & Ecosystems, OpenAI, stated that EPAM’s engineering expertise can help organizations turn AI potential into real-world results. EPAM is already helping clients move from AI strategy to production at scale with OpenAI, such as 1&1, a leading telecommunications provider.