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Qlik Technologies Welcomes Saugata Saha as New CEO

In a significant move aiming to bolster its growth and innovation, Qlik Technologies has announced the appointment of Saugata Saha as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective July 31, 2026. This decision was officially shared on May 26, 2026, and indicates a transformational phase for the company, which specializes in data integration, quality, analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI).

Saugata Saha, who previously held leadership roles at SP Global, brings a wealth of experience in developing and managing enterprise data solutions. His most recent position was President of SP Global Market Intelligence, as well as Chief Enterprise Data Officer, where he played a crucial role in accelerating the company's data initiatives. At SP Global, Saha oversaw two key divisions, the Energy division and Market Intelligence division, guiding them through significant growth and transformation phases.

As the new leader of Qlik, Saha’s mandate revolves around addressing the challenges that enterprises face with data in the ever-evolving AI landscape. “Qlik has built something rare—the ability to turn fragmented data into real outcomes at scale in the AI era,” stated Saha. He emphasized the importance of creating a trusted, connected, and adaptable data environment for businesses. This initiative aligns perfectly with Qlik's mission of enabling organizations to leverage their data effectively for real-time impact.

Qlik Technologies has established a stellar reputation in the industry, serving over 30,000 clients globally, including more than 75% of Fortune 500 companies. The company's commitment to enhancing its analytics and AI capabilities is evident in its consistent recognition by Gartner as a leader in various sectors like data integration, augmented data quality, and analytics. Notably, Qlik is the only vendor recognized in all three categories of the Magic Quadrant.

The transition comes as the previous CEO, Mike Capone, stepped down after an admirable eight-year tenure. Capone’s leadership has been instrumental in shaping Qlik’s current market stance and innovation outputs, making the transition to Saha pivotal for the company’s trajectory.