JKI (James Kring Inc.) is a software engineering and consulting company that helps organizations develop advanced applications for test, measurement, automation, and control systems. Founded in 2002, JKI specializes in LabVIEW, Python, Rust, and related engineering technologies, providing software architecture, custom application development, systems integration, and technical training services to clients across a variety of industries.

Furthermore, JKI is recognized for developing tools used throughout the LabVIEW community, including VI Package Manager (VIPM), a widely adopted package management platform. In recent years, JKI has also developed deep expertise in agentic AI and AI assistant development, helping organizations build intelligent engineering solutions. This includes collaborating with Emerson on the development of NIGEL, its AI assistant for engineering workflows.

JKI works with organizations in the aerospace, automotive, energy, biotechnology, semiconductor, and manufacturing sectors to accelerate software development, modernize engineering systems, and improve engineering productivity.