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ETBS Group offers IT benchmarking and assessment services to a diverse range of clients, including IT vendors, well-known brands, financial institutions, and government entities. The company focuses on evaluating clients' IT operations in comparison to their peers and competitors, identifying areas for improvement. By developing actionable strategies, ETBS Group helps its clients enhance their market positions and optimize their IT performance.

Alation, Inc. is a provider of enterprise data intelligence solutions based in Redwood City, California. Founded in 2012, the company specializes in a platform that facilitates data search and discovery, data governance, data stewardship, and analytics, aiming to support organizations in their digital transformation efforts. Alation's platform is distinguished by its Behavioral Analysis Engine, which integrates machine learning with human insights, enabling effective metadata management and collaboration. This approach empowers users to easily find and understand the data they require, while also ensuring proper governance and compliance. Alation has established itself as a leader in the data catalog market, delivering tools that help analysts make informed decisions by providing a comprehensive view of data usage and provenance.

Metri is a provider of IT benchmarking and sourcing advisory services targeted at the information technology, telecommunications, and consumer technology sectors. The company employs a fact-based, bottom-up approach, utilizing an extensive database that includes vendor, customer, and supplier data. This allows Metri to offer insights and consultations on IT budgeting, technology expenditure, and optimization of external IT spending. By leveraging its database and expertise, Metri helps organizations maximize their budget planning, reduce technology debt, and accelerate the time to market for tech-driven innovations, ultimately driving business value creation for its clients.