Fairfax AI firm acquired by Texas-based tech company

Fairfax-based ARInspect, a firm specializing in artificial intelligence products for public sector field operations, has been acquired by Texas software company Tyler Technologies, the companies announced Tuesday.

Tyler declined to disclose the price and terms of the deal.

Tyler will add ARInspect’s AI-powered platform to its portfolio and use the Fairfax company’s technology across its verticals with a focus on all regulated entities, including environmental protection, disaster recovery and human services, according to a news release. ARInspect’s platform allows public sector employees to work independently to manage all activities in the field. The platform analyzes historical data, completed inspections, violations, integrated census data and more, and helps agencies identify sites, assets and facilities that may be at risk.

“Over the last few years, we have seen a great demand for public sector edge technology with the power of AI and automation,” Vivek Mehta, founder and CEO of ARInspect, said in a statement. “We couldn’t be more excited to combine our expertise with Tyler’s to provide a powerful and user-friendly field operations platform. Our similar values and commitment make this the ideal partnership for all ARInspect and Tyler clients.”

The 40 employees of ARInspect will join Tyler’s platform solutions division, and the management team is expected to be a key part of the division, a Tyler spokesperson told Virginia Business. Tyler also has offices in Herndon, with 178 employees; Arlington County, where 48 employees work; and Richmond, with 30 workers. ARInspect’s employees will move to Tyler’s Herndon office.

“Tyler understands the challenges that government agencies have in providing resources to field workers, including access to smart capture tools, real-time data, and the decision-making capabilities that can impact effectiveness,” Brian Combs, president of Tyler’s platform solutions division, said in a statement. “ARInspect’s platform and expertise in AI and machine learning combined with Tyler’s public sector experience and robust portfolio will help deliver on our promise to create smarter, safer and stronger communities for our clients.”