Ola, Microsoft to build connected vehicle platform for car manufacturers

Microsoft for connected cars for Ola
Ola has tapped Microsoft to building a new connected vehicle platform for car manufacturers worldwide.

Ola said Microsoft will be a preferred cloud provider and will use Microsoft Azure to power Ola Play, the company’s existing connected car platform.

This will transform driver and passenger experiences with vehicle diagnostics, improved in-car productivity, advanced navigation, predictive maintenance of vehicles and more. Both companies will take this platform to car manufacturers globally, to integrate with vehicle systems.

Ola Play, the world’s first connected car platform for ridesharing launched in late 2016, leverages Microsoft AI and IoT to enhance driver experiences with telematics and navigation guidance; passenger experiences with cloud-based infotainment and productivity; and provide auto manufacturers with custom digital experiences for their customers.

Ola Play customers will be able to use productivity tools such as Office 365 and Skype for Business, as well as voice-assisted controls built using Microsoft Cognitive Services and Bot framework, in-car during their rides.

The telematics platform will transform the car into a high-performing, intelligent vehicle, capable of assessing fuel efficiency, engine performance, and driver performance. It will enable smarter navigation and predict breakdowns, enhancing safety and security while creating new business models and opportunities.

“The combination of Microsoft Azure, Office 365 and our AI platform with Ola Play will deliver new customer experiences and business opportunities across the automotive ecosystem,” said Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft.

“With Ola Play, we have already set the tone for connected vehicles in India; together with Microsoft, we can make the new platform available to a larger, global audience and unlock futuristic experiences for customers worldwide,” said Bhavish Aggarwal, co-founder and CEO of Ola.

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