HaystackID’s Protect Analytics AI® for Relativity has earned a spot on the shortlist for the prestigious Best Use of AI in Legal Tech category at the inaugural 2024 A.I. Awards, a new initiative under the esteemed Cloud Awards program. This nomination highlights the platform’s exceptional ability to quickly identify and categorize sensitive data in large, unstructured datasets, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks for organizations.

CHICAGO, Aug. 22, 2024 — HaystackID, a leading data services company specializing in legal, compliance, and regulatory challenges, has been recognized for its innovative Protect Analytics AI® for Relativity platform. The solution has been shortlisted for the Best Use of AI in Legal Tech at the first-ever 2024 A.I. Awards, part of the well-established Cloud Awards program known for honoring excellence in cloud computing since 2011.

Protect Analytics AI® is designed to transform the management of vast and complex datasets, particularly those containing sensitive information such as Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI), and technical data. This advanced AI-powered tool efficiently identifies and categorizes these critical data types, greatly enhancing compliance efforts and reducing potential risks. A standout feature is its sensitive data density score, which allows for the rapid pinpointing of the most crucial documents, thus improving both the speed and accuracy of data management processes. Additionally, the platform’s seamless integration with Microsoft Power BI provides interactive visualizations, enabling more efficient data sorting and analysis.

"Protect Analytics AI® for Relativity equips our clients with the necessary tools to manage sensitive data effectively—a critical need in today’s legal industry, where timelines are tighter and data volumes are ever-increasing," stated John Brewer, Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer and Chief Data Scientist at HaystackID. "This recognition by the Cloud Awards underscores HaystackID’s commitment to leveraging AI technology to deliver value and efficiency to global enterprises."

The Cloud Awards, an internationally recognized program, has celebrated industry leaders and innovators in cloud computing for over a decade. With the recent surge in AI tools, the Cloud Awards introduced the A.I. Awards to honor the most innovative and impactful uses of AI technology. Open to organizations worldwide, the A.I. Awards are designed to recognize excellence in the application and development of AI and machine learning in the cloud.

"We are proud to receive this acknowledgment from a program as respected as the Cloud Awards," said Hal Brooks, CEO of HaystackID. "AI is a critical component of our strategy to deliver significant value in the legal sector, and we remain dedicated to advancing thoughtful, practical applications of this technology."

James Williams, CEO of the Cloud Awards, commented, "We’re excited to announce the shortlist for our inaugural A.I. Awards, recognizing industry leaders like HaystackID for their innovative use of AI in legal tech. The A.I. Awards provide a platform to highlight the groundbreaking work being done in cloud AI, with the shortlisted organizations representing the very best in the field."

The A.I. Awards now move into the final round of judging, where the shortlist will be narrowed down to the top finalists in each category. The finalists will be announced on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, with the winners being revealed in October 2024. With entries from organizations across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and APAC, the Cloud Awards continue to showcase the global impact of cloud technology. Winners are selected by a panel of international industry experts, ensuring that each award represents the highest standards of innovation and leadership.