Cerence Inc. is a provider of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered assistants for connected and autonomous vehicles. The Company is engaged in selling software licenses and cloud-connected services. Its software platform is used to build virtual assistants that can communicate, find information and take action across an expanding variety of categories. Its software platform has a hybrid architecture combining edge software components with cloud-connected components. Its Edge software components are installed on a vehicle’s head unit and can operate without access to external networks and information. Its Cloud-connected components are comprised of certain speech and natural language understanding related technologies, AI-enabled personalization and context-based response frameworks, and a content integration platform. It delivers its solutions on a white-label basis, enabling its customers to deliver customized virtual assistants with branded personalities.