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Think Grid™: The Future of AI Compute Infrastructure

In an era where efficiency is paramount, Think has unveiled its latest innovation, Think Grid™, a groundbreaking alternative to traditional hyperscaler AI compute. This new service aims to revolutionize the way enterprises access dedicated AI computing power, simplifying the operational complexities that often accompany such infrastructure.

Operating out of a Tier III facility in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Think Grid™ provides enterprises, governmental bodies, and AI-centric organizations with high-performance AI compute capabilities without necessitating significant capital expenditure. Through a straightforward monthly subscription model, customers can now leverage the high efficiency of Think Fabric, which was designed with a focus on minimizing upfront costs and operational hassle.

Key Features of Think Grid™

Upon its launch, Think Grid™ employs NVIDIA PRO 6000 Blackwell accelerators, equipped with a substantial 384GB of VRAM, complemented by Think’s proprietary ILM orchestration software. This technology allows organizations to optimize GPU memory into a consolidated space and manage workloads across available computational resources. Not only does this enable individual models to utilize shared infrastructure effectively, but it also prevents underutilization of individual accelerators.

The tested ILM-managed nodes can simultaneously manage multiple operational models, a stark contrast to the typical deployment in most systems, which often allocate hardware for a single task. The bare-metal architecture of Think Grid™ offers faster processing times, enhancing the speed and efficiency of AI training and inference.

A Cost-Effective Solution

In a significant departure from traditional cloud setups, which generally charge customers for virtualized capacity along with additional fees for storage and data egress, Think Grid™ streamlines costs. Customers can access a fully dedicated bare-metal node at an inclusive flat rate without any hidden fees, representing a potential cost saving of up to 27% compared to similar AI computing solutions.

Think Grid™ is already being made available to both government and enterprise clients in Saudi Arabia, allowing them to run AI workloads securely while keeping their data localized. This is facilitated by Think handling all aspects of hardware management, including cooling, maintenance, and operational oversight.

Insights from Company Leaders

Ahmed AlSharif, the founder and CEO of Think, states, “For too long, organizations were left with two main choices — either invest heavily in their own AI infrastructure or rely on hyperscaler services while grappling with their inherent complexities and fluctuating costs. Think Grid™ introduces a smarter approach. By offering an integrated service with all components, we deliver dedicated, top-tier AI compute at an understandable, fixed monthly expense.”

At the core of Think Grid™ is Think Fabric, an advanced AI infrastructure platform combining cutting-edge hardware with ILM orchestration technology. This enables businesses to either deploy Think’s infrastructure on their own or utilize it through Think Grid™’s managed service, thereby removing the need for customers to build or oversee the physical infrastructure.

Think Grid™ can effectively handle diverse applications such as production inference, pre-training, and voice applications, making it versatile for companies in various sectors.

Ammar Enaya, Think’s Co-Founder and COO, emphasizes the necessity for clearer economic models within AI infrastructure: “Clients shouldn’t face the challenge of assembling compute, storage, networking, and support components separately. With Think Grid™, we offer a comprehensive infrastructure solution wrapped into a singular service, delivering clear costs and dedicated capacities.”

Currently, Think Grid™ is primarily accessible to organizations situated in Saudi Arabia on a monthly rolling basis, alongside annual pricing plans. As part of its strategy for growth, Think aims to extend the Grid’s reach into additional international markets, with entities worldwide encouraged to express interest via their website, think-ai.com/grid.

About Think

Founded to tackle the pressing challenges facing AI infrastructure today, Think is pushing boundaries in the realm of Artificial Intelligence. With a mission centered on enhancing efficiency, accessibility, and economic sustainability, the company is at the forefront of integrating advanced software with high-performance hardware. Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Think's commitment to innovation positions it as a leader in the unfolding AI landscape.