Alphabet and Qualcomm-backed MapR Technologies is working on a big data analytics platform that aims to help companies improve business outcomes.

MapR Technologies, a US-based enterprise data software provider backed by conglomerate Alphabet and semiconductor manufacturer Qualcomm, raised $56m in funding yesterday from unnamed, existing backers.

The round was led by Lightspeed Venture Partners, according to news publication Forbes.

Founded in 2009, MapR operates a converged data management platform that lets enterprise users match real-time data with operational applications with a view of improving business outcomes.

The cash will go towards accelerated expansion efforts throughout Asia Pacific and Europe. It will…