Data and AI solutions from SAS and its partners deliver impact at scale

CARY, N.C., April 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SAS, a global leader in data and AI, announced today that it has been named by CRN^®, a brand of The Channel Company, to the 2026 AI 100 list in the AI Data and Analytics category. This is also the third year in a row that CRN has recognized SAS as an AI leader on the prestigious list.

Now in its third year, the AI 100 list recognizes vendors at the leading edge of the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence landscape across cloud, infrastructure and edge computing, software, data and analytics as well as security. Their commitment to AI innovation empowers IT channel partners to build their own AI tech stacks, create AI-based solutions that improve customer outcomes and access new opportunities for growth in 2026 and beyond.

Chosen by a panel of CRN editors, vendors on the AI 100 list are notable for the strength of their AI portfolios, commitment to innovation and ability to support IT channel partners as they bring AI solutions to life.

Celebrating its 50^th anniversary in 2026, SAS enables its global partner ecosystem to move faster and drive scalable AI impact with industry-specific solutions, including SAS’ cloud-native data and AI platform, SAS^® Viya^®.

“SAS is committed to unlocking the power of AI in ways that help our partners deliver real results for their customers,” said John Carey, Senior Vice President of Global Channels at SAS. “With five decades of experience supporting highly regulated industries, we’ve built transparent governance and trusted technology that helps organizations deliver meaningful outcomes, transform their businesses and build confidence in AI. We are proud to have our AI expertise recognized by CRN for the third year in a row.”

“We’re thrilled to recognize the technology vendors on the 2026 AI 100 list for their commitment to advancing artificial intelligence across the IT channel,” said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content, Executive Editor, CRN, at The Channel Company. “As AI transformation accelerates, the demand for innovative offerings that help channel partners meet customer expectations and sharpen their competitive edge continues to grow. Congratulations to this year’s honorees for standing out in such a fast‑moving AI landscape.”

The 2026 CRN AI 100 list will be featured online at crn.com/ai100 beginning April 6.

About SAS
SAS is a global leader in data and AI. With SAS software and industry-specific solutions, organizations transform data into trusted decisions. SAS gives you THE POWER TO KNOW^®.

About The Channel Company
The Channel Company (TCC) is the global leader in channel growth for the world’s top technology brands. We accelerate success across strategic channels for tech vendors, solution providers and end users with premier media brands, integrated marketing and event services, strategic consulting, and exclusive market and audience insights. TCC is a portfolio company of investment funds managed by EagleTree Capital, a New York City-based private equity firm. For more information, visit thechannelco.com.

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