Sonata Software Partners with Wharton AI & Analytics Initiative to Enhance Agentic AI in Enterprise Operations
Sonata Software, a leader in Modernization Engineering, has teamed up with the Wharton AI & Analytics Initiative (WAIAI) at the University of Pennsylvania. This collaboration focuses on advancing agentic AI — intelligent systems capable of autonomous decision-making — specifically for enterprise operations.
The partnership will bring together academic research and industry insights to address key issues such as AI governance, compliance, and human-AI collaboration. Together, Sonata and WAIAI will evaluate agentic AI systems through these lenses, ensuring enterprise adoption aligns with ethical and regulatory standards.
Key Collaborative Efforts
- Assess agentic AI with emphasis on governance, compliance, and collaboration between humans and AI
- Enhance Sonata’s AgentBridge platform by integrating strong compliance and ethical safeguards
- Support WAIAI’s expanding research efforts in artificial intelligence
Later in 2025, Sonata Software and WAIAI will co-host a one-day event focused on agentic AI. This gathering will bring together experts from academia and industry for roundtable discussions and interactive demonstrations. The insights collected will be compiled into a white paper outlining practical recommendations for ethical and effective deployment of agentic AI in enterprise settings.
What This Means for Operations Professionals
Agentic AI has the potential to transform how operations teams manage complex workflows by automating decision-making processes while maintaining oversight. Sonata’s AgentBridge aims to deliver scalable AI-driven operations that improve efficiency without compromising governance or compliance.
By embedding ethical considerations directly into AI platforms, enterprises can avoid common pitfalls related to AI adoption, such as unintended biases or regulatory breaches. This partnership signals a move toward more responsible, transparent AI systems that operations leaders can trust and integrate confidently.
About Sonata Software
With $1 billion in revenue, Sonata Software specializes in AI-led Modernization Engineering, helping businesses modernize their digital operations efficiently. Their Platformation.AI approach supports agile, intelligent digital ecosystems through services spanning Data, Cloud, Dynamics, Automation, Cybersecurity, and technologies like Generative AI and Microsoft Fabric.
Sonata’s Responsible-first AI platform, Harmoni.AI, combines generative AI with embedded ethics, privacy, security, and compliance. Their AgentBridge offering enables enterprises to scale AI-driven operations intelligently, focusing on efficiency, enhanced customer experience, and innovative business models.
Headquartered in Bengaluru, India, Sonata has a global footprint including North America, UK, Europe, APAC, and ANZ. They serve Fortune 500 clients across Banking, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, and Manufacturing sectors, maintaining strong partnerships with Microsoft and AWS.
About the Wharton AI & Analytics Initiative
WAIAI drives research and education on AI’s role in modern business. Led by Vice Dean Eric Bradlow, it offers student learning experiences, faculty research opportunities, and partnerships with industry leaders. The initiative also supports K-12 education to prepare future generations for AI integration.
Operations professionals interested in understanding how agentic AI can be responsibly deployed to improve enterprise workflows can benefit from following this partnership’s developments and associated events.
For more on AI tools and courses tailored for professionals, visit Complete AI Training.
Your membership also unlocks:
