thinkcell successfully acquires AskBrian to boost workspace productivity even further
Sep 26, 2023 - 2 min read
BERLIN, Germany – 26th September 2023
thinkcell, the leading productivity software for creating data-driven presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint, announces the successful acquisition of AskBrian, a company specialized in applied AI for business professionals. This strategic move widens thinkcell’s product and technology scope with a focus on workplace productivity.
AskBrian has developed Brian: a secure, multifunctional, AI-powered digital assistant supporting business professionals by automating repetitive and time-consuming tasks via Microsoft Teams, Email and Slack. Brian is performing a wide spectrum of tasks powered by leading technologies and data providers while ensuring compliance with European privacy and security standards.
We're excited to welcome AskBrian to the thinkcell family as we embark on this new chapter of growth and innovation. This acquisition aligns seamlessly with our commitment to providing exceptional productivity solutions for our customers to excel in their professional endeavors and together, we are ready to revolutionize the workplace productivity landscape.
says Kenny Wyatt, CEO of thinkcell.
AskBrian’s Co-founders, Pavol Sikula and Matthias Ruppel, also share the enthusiasm about the acquisition.
Joining forces with thinkcell is a remarkable opportunity for AskBrian. Our AI assistant, coupled with thinkcell's leading productivity software, create a very strong combination to redefine the way professionals work and collaborate.
says Pavol Sikula. Matthias Ruppel added:
We are excited to contribute our expertise to this collaboration and bring innovative solutions to more customers
With the acquisition of AskBrian thinkcell enables business professionals to be even more productive: from information gathering and data visualization to workflow automation and decision-making.
About AskBrian
Founded in 2018, AskBrian GmbH is a German startup specialized in applied artificial intelligence focusing on the needs of business professionals. The company's AI-powered assistant ‘Brian’ connects users with cutting-edge technologies and selected top data sources via Microsoft Teams, Email and Slack while ensuring compliance with GDPR and ISO 27001 data security standards.
About thinkcell
Founded in Berlin in 2002, thinkcell is an international specialist software company for high-stakes business communication. Through AI and precision presentation technology, thinkcell users can communicate complex ideas with clarity, consistency, and impact. More than 35,000 companies and 1.3 million paying users trust thinkcell, including all 10 of the world's leading consulting firms.