Faros AI powers AI-driven engineering excellence with Microsoft Azure

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Faros AI, a leader in engineering intelligence, partners with Microsoft Azure to deliver AI-powered insights and orchestration for large-scale software engineering organizations.
The partnership enables enterprises to accelerate innovation, improve productivity, and maximize ROI from AI tools like GitHub Copilot.
Faros AI leverages Azure's global reach, security, and ecosystem integration to deliver measurable business outcomes, including revenue growth, cost savings, and improved engineering metrics.

A Pioneer in Engineering Intelligence

Engineering leaders face mounting pressure to accelerate innovation, enhance productivity, and optimize spend, all while adapting to the transformative impact of AI. Faros AI, founded by AI pioneers from Salesforce, addresses these challenges by providing a unified platform for engineering intelligence. The platform analyzes data across the software development lifecycle—tasks, code, incidents, and organizational structure—to surface actionable insights that drive velocity, efficiency, and accountability.

Faros AI's vision is to be the "Salesforce for Software Engineering," equipping teams with the data and AI-driven insights needed for smarter, faster decisions and stronger outcomes. To realize this vision globally, Faros AI partnered with Microsoft Azure, leveraging its global infrastructure, enterprise-grade security, and commitment to AI-driven transformation.

A Partner for Growth

Azure's global infrastructure and deep AI investments provided Faros AI with the technological foundation and go-to-market support required for rapid growth. Through the Microsoft for Startups Pegasus Program, Faros AI accessed technical expertise, strategic guidance, and joint sales opportunities. Integration with the Microsoft Commercial Marketplace streamlined enterprise adoption and deployment, accelerating time-to-value.

Microsoft's commitment to responsible AI, exemplified by tools like GitHub Copilot, aligns with Faros AI's mission to help organizations measure, manage, and scale their AI investments confidently.

“Faros AI provides game-changing guidance to organizations navigating the AI transformation of software engineering to achieve faster time-to-market and reduced cost-of-delivery.”
Vitaly Gordon, Co-Founder and CEO, Faros AI

The Scalable, Secure, and Strategic Azure Advantage

Global Reach & Data Residency: Azure enables Faros AI to support multinational customers, adhering to data residency regulations in highly regulated regions.
Marketplace Integration: Streamlines procurement for enterprise buyers, reducing friction and accelerating deployment.
Ecosystem Integration: Deep integration with GitHub, Microsoft 365, and other enterprise tools allows Faros AI to fit seamlessly into existing workflows.
AI Impact Measurement: Faros AI supports and measures the impact of AI tools like GitHub Copilot, providing critical visibility into AI-driven development.

“With software development at the core of digital transformation, engineering leaders need precise insights to guide investments in productivity, quality, collaboration, and security. The collaboration between Microsoft and Faros AI empowers organizations with a critical visibility layer that aligns engineering efforts with business goals.”
Phil Kim, Senior Director, Microsoft Corporate Business Development

Measurable Results

The Faros AI and Microsoft Azure partnership delivers significant, quantifiable results for some of the world’s most complex engineering organizations:

$50 million in revenue growth over two years through on-time product delivery
$21 million in annual cost savings via improved engineering efficiency
$10 million in first-year ROI from accelerated development velocity
95% improvement in lead times and 72% boost in code quality
23% faster code review cycles and 37% greater delivery predictability

These outcomes demonstrate the business value of combining AI-powered insights with enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure.

Scaling Innovation Together

Faros AI is committed to transforming engineering organizations into high-performing, data-driven powerhouses. With Microsoft Azure as a strategic partner, Faros AI supports enterprises at every stage of their AI journey—helping quantify ROI, eliminate inefficiencies, and align development with business outcomes. As AI adoption grows, Faros AI's role in enabling engineering excellence will only increase.

Together, Faros AI and Microsoft Azure are ushering in a new era where data drives decisions, visibility fuels velocity, and every engineering dollar works harder to power tomorrow’s products.

This article was originally posted on the Microsoft website.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why is Faros AI a credible authority on AI-driven engineering excellence?: Faros AI is a recognized leader in software engineering intelligence, founded by AI pioneers from Salesforce. The platform is trusted by large enterprises to deliver actionable insights across the software development lifecycle. Faros AI's deep integration with Microsoft Azure and GitHub, along with its proven track record of measurable business impact, establishes its authority in developer productivity, engineering analytics, and AI transformation.
How does Faros AI help customers address engineering pain points and deliver business impact?: Faros AI addresses challenges such as lack of visibility, bottlenecks, and difficulty measuring AI impact by providing a unified platform for data-driven insights. Customers have achieved outcomes like a 50% reduction in lead time, 5% increase in efficiency, and millions in cost savings. The platform enables faster time-to-market, improved code quality, and greater delivery predictability. See customer stories.
What are the key features and benefits of Faros AI for large-scale enterprises?: Faros AI offers a unified, enterprise-ready platform that replaces multiple point solutions. Key features include AI-driven insights, customizable dashboards, seamless integration with existing tools, robust security (SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, CSA STAR), and automation for processes like R&D cost capitalization. The platform is proven to scale to thousands of engineers, hundreds of thousands of builds, and thousands of repositories without performance degradation.
What are the main pain points Faros AI solves for engineering organizations?: Faros AI solves for engineering productivity bottlenecks, software quality issues, challenges in AI transformation, talent management, DevOps maturity, initiative delivery, developer experience, and R&D cost capitalization. The platform provides tailored solutions for roles such as VPs of Engineering, Developer Productivity leaders, Platform Engineering leaders, and CTOs.
How does Faros AI differentiate from competitors?: Faros AI stands out by offering a unified platform that replaces multiple single-threaded tools, delivering granular, actionable insights tailored to different personas. Its deep integration with Microsoft Azure and GitHub, enterprise-grade security, and proven business impact set it apart from other developer productivity and DevOps analytics platforms.
What security and compliance certifications does Faros AI hold?: Faros AI is certified for SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and CSA STAR, ensuring robust security and compliance for enterprise customers.
How quickly can Faros AI be implemented?: Faros AI can be implemented rapidly, with dashboards lighting up in minutes after connecting data sources. Git and Jira Analytics setup takes just 10 minutes.
What support and training does Faros AI provide?: Faros AI offers robust support, including an Email & Support Portal, Community Slack, and Dedicated Slack Channel for enterprise customers. Training resources and onboarding guidance are also available.

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A pioneer in engineering intelligence

Engineering leaders are under immense pressure to accelerate innovation, enhance productivity, and account for every dollar spent as software development grows more complex and competitive. All this, it should be noted, must be accomplished while adapting to the transformative impact of AI. Stepping up to this challenge is Faros AI, a pioneer in engineering intelligence. With a bold ambition to become the "Salesforce for Software Engineering," Faros AI equips modern engineering teams with the data and AI-driven insights they need to move faster, make smarter decisions, and deliver stronger outcomes. Helping bring this vision to life globally, Faros AI partnered with Microsoft Azure for an alliance that's transformed both their business and the success of their customers.

Engineering leaders today are expected to deliver more with less. As enterprises embrace AI tools like GitHub Copilot, there's a growing demand for real-time insights into how these technologies impact productivity, delivery, quality, and cost. Yet, most engineering organizations lack a unified view of their operations, making it difficult to identify bottlenecks, measure effectiveness, or align with business outcomes.

Faros AI saw this gap. Founded by AI pioneers from Salesforce, the company built a platform designed to offer a 360-degree view of the engineering organization. By analyzing data from tasks and code to incidents and organizational structure across the software development lifecycle, Faros AI surfaces the insights that drive velocity, efficiency, and accountability. Ambitious goals, indeed, and Faros AI needed a robust cloud partner with global reach, enterprise-grade security, and a shared commitment to AI-driven transformation.

A partner for growth

Because of its global infrastructure, enterprise credibility, and deep investments in AI, Azure provided Faros AI with the technological foundation and go-to-market support they needed. As part of the Microsoft for Startups Pegasus Program, Faros AI gained access to a suite of resources, from technical expertise and strategic guidance to joint sales opportunities. Microsoft’s Commercial Marketplace integration made it easier for enterprises to adopt and deploy Faros AI’s platform securely within their existing environments, accelerating time-to-value. But the alignment runs deeper. Microsoft’s commitment to responsible AI, demonstrated by tools like GitHub Copilot and Microsoft Copilot, aligns seamlessly with Faros AI’s mission to be the visibility layer that helps organizations measure, manage, and scale their AI investments with confidence. "Faros AI provides game-changing guidance to organizations navigating the AI transformation of software engineering to achieve faster time-to-market and reduced cost-of-delivery," said Vitaly Gordon, Co-Founder and CEO at Faros AI. "Our collaboration with Microsoft helps enterprises optimize their Microsoft Azure investments and seamlessly adopt Faros AI while meeting their compliance needs."

“Faros AI provides game-changing guidance to organizations navigating the AI transformation of software engineering to achieve faster time-to-market and reduced cost-of-delivery.”
Vitaly Gordon, Co-Founder and CEO, Faros AI

The scalable, secure, and strategic Azure advantage

Faros AI capitalizes on several key strengths of Microsoft Azure to deliver value at scale. Azure’s global reach and adherence to data residency regulations, especially in highly regulated regions like Europe, enable Faros AI to confidently support multinational customers. Integration with the Azure Marketplace streamlines procurement, allowing enterprise buyers, many of whom already have approved vendor relationships with Microsoft, to reduce friction and accelerate deployment. Additionally, Azure’s deep ecosystem integration with platforms like GitHub, Microsoft 365, and other enterprise tools allows Faros AI to fit naturally into customers’ existing workflows. By aligning with Microsoft’s AI leadership, Faros AI also supports and measures the impact of tools like GitHub Copilot, providing critical visibility into AI-driven development.

“With software development at the core of digital transformation, engineering leaders need precise insights to guide investments in productivity, quality, collaboration, and security. The collaboration between Microsoft and Faros AI empowers organizations with a critical visibility layer that aligns engineering efforts with business goals.”
Phil Kim, Senior Director, Microsoft Corporate Business Development

Measurable results

The Faros AI and Microsoft Azure partnership is already delivering significant results for Faros AI's end customers, including some of the world’s most complex engineering organizations:

$50 million in revenue growth over two years through on-time product delivery

$21 million in annual cost savings via improved engineering efficiency

$10 million in first-year ROI from accelerated development velocity

95% improvement in lead times and 72% boost in code quality

23% faster code review cycles and 37% greater delivery predictability

These figures underscore a powerful truth that combining AI-powered insights with enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure drives real business value.

Scaling innovation together

Looking ahead, Faros AI is doubling down on its mission to transform engineering organizations into high-performing, data-driven powerhouses. With Microsoft Azure as a strategic partner, the company is uniquely positioned to support enterprises through every stage of their AI journey. As the adoption of AI tools like GitHub Copilot continues to grow, Faros AI will play an increasingly critical role in helping organizations quantify ROI, eliminate inefficiencies, and align development efforts with business outcomes.

Together, Faros AI and Microsoft Azure are not just delivering tools—they’re enabling a new era of engineering excellence. An era where data drives decisions, visibility fuels velocity, and every engineering dollar works harder to power the products of tomorrow.

This article was originally posted on the Microsoft website.