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    Application performance management, software intelligence

    Dynatrace

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    "Software intelligence powered by AI"

    Founded February 2, 2005 Waltham, Massachusetts CEO: Georg Kraml
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    Georg Kraml and Christian Polzer launched Dynatrace on February 2, 2005, to tackle the rising complexity of monitoring modern digital systems. The company started in Austria before establishing its global headquarters in Waltham, Massachusetts. Today it serves as a primary tool for developers and IT operations teams who need real-time visibility into application performance and user experience across hybrid and multicloud environments.

    The platform relies heavily on its proprietary Davis AI engine to automatically discover, map, and fix issues without heavy manual configuration. This approach allows organizations to manage microservices and container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes while tracking the carbon footprint of their IT operations. Recent strategic moves include a $915 million acquisition of Arize in August 2026 to strengthen AI observability capabilities.

    Products & Sub-brands

    Dynatrace IntelligenceDavis AI EngineArize

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who owns Dynatrace?
    Dynatrace is a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol DT. It is owned by its shareholders, with major institutional investors holding significant stakes alongside co-founders Georg Kraml and Christian Polzer.
    What is Dynatrace worth?
    As a public entity, its valuation fluctuates with market conditions. Recent financial activity includes raising $1.25 billion through exchangeable notes and spending $915 million to acquire Arize, reflecting substantial capital reserves and high market confidence.
    Is Dynatrace still in business?
    Yes, the company remains an active market leader. Its expansion continues with recent acquisitions like Arize in August 2026 and ongoing trading on the NYSE, confirming its status as a thriving provider of software intelligence solutions.
    Who is the CEO of Dynatrace?
    Georg Kraml serves as the Chief Executive Officer. He co-founded the company in 2005 with Christian Polzer to pioneer AI-driven observability tools that help enterprises manage complex digital ecosystems.
    What is Dynatrace vs. Datadog?
    Both are leading observability platforms, but Dynatrace differentiates itself with a fully automated, agentless-first approach driven by its Davis AI engine. Datadog often relies more heavily on user-configurable integrations and a broader ecosystem of third-party connectors.

    Keywords

    observabilityAIsoftware intelligenceapplication performance managementDavisKubernetesmulticloudArize

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    Company Info

    Founded
    February 2, 2005
    Founder
    Georg Kraml, Christian Polzer
    CEO
    Georg Kraml
    Headquarters
    Waltham, Massachusetts
    Industry
    Application performance management, software intelligence
    Stock Ticker
    DT
    Acquisition of Arize
    $915 million
    Capital Raise
    $1.25 billion

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    www.dynatrace.com

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