Adrian Bridgwater, Author at ERP Today

Adrian Bridgwater

Technology Editor, info@erp.today

174 Articles Published

ThoughtSpot aims to shake up modern data stack

ThoughtSpot has announced a consumption-based pricing model, where customers pay only for what they use.

Odaseva accelerates drive in UK & APAC

Pushing its data-centric technology is Odaseva, which works specifically to deliver an enterprise data platform service for Salesforce.

Appian drives low-code for ESG in ERP

The article discusses the intersection of ERP and low-code software, highlighting how Appian is focusing on leveraging low-code technology to enhance data management for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives in response to increasing regulatory pressures and the need for businesses to improve their sustainability efforts.

ThoughtSpot aims to ‘dominate data’ with new global SVP Kuntal Vahalia

Cloud-native data analytics company ThoughtSpot has appointed Kuntal Vahalia as senior vice president of worldwide channels and alliances.

Celonis buys PAF to sharpen execution management

Celonis has announced the acquisition of PAF, a provider of process mining technology for Microsoft Power BI.

Microsoft Work Trends: Because you’re (work is) ‘worth it’

Microsoft's 2022 Work Trend Index reveals that 84% of employees feel as productive or more so since last year, highlighting a shift towards embracing hybrid work, flexibility in workplace policies, and a changing employee 'worth it' equation prioritizing health and family over traditional perks.

Is your ERP datacenter footprint sustainable?

The article emphasizes the shared responsibility of organizations in tackling datacenter sustainability alongside ERP deployment, highlighting the need for collaboration across the technology ecosystem and the role of initiatives like Open19 in promoting energy-efficient standards to reduce the environmental impact of data centers.

Infor flicks sustainable software switch at Britishvolt

Infor has expanded its offerings to include industry cloud solutions and has been selected by Britishvolt to implement its CloudSuite Automotive for managing operations at a new battery cell gigaplant, focusing on sustainability and innovation while leveraging industry-specific capabilities for improved supply chain collaboration.

Bünting trades mit ‘observability’ auf ERP

In North-West Germany, when they hang out the bunting, they often start by going to Bünting. This Europe-wide trading company employs some 12,000 people and has interests in food and drink distribution as well as retailing and e-commerce.

The COVID-19 transformation of business transformation

According to management consultancy firm McKinsey, the average business in EMEA accelerated its digitisation by a factor of some seven years over the course of 2020.

10 things to know Now about ServiceNow

ServiceNow is a company dedicated to making work, work better. With many of its core competencies resting in IT services management and IT operations management, ServiceNow was founded according to a simple vision detailed by founder and chairman of the board Fred Luddy.

Absoft’s hard-line strategy for SAP cloud migration

The article emphasizes the necessity for businesses to develop strategic cloud migration plans, highlighting the importance of not only technical skills but also functional knowledge and strategic insight to ensure a successful transition to cloud-based solutions like SAP S/4HANA, amidst the evolving operational challenges post-pandemic.

UpperEdge offers higher-sharper guidance to SAP on cloud hyperscalers

The article discusses the complexities and strategic planning required for enterprises to successfully migrate their SAP environments to the cloud, highlighting the role of third-party consulting firms like UpperEdge in navigating the evolving landscape of cloud service offerings and the implications of selecting hyperscalers.

Forterro ups Germany-Bulgaria ‘midmarket’ ERP presence

As a piece of terminology, the label industrial ‘middle market’ may be somewhat misleading. Midmarket still generally means fairly big business, but (depending upon which measure you use to gauge it) it simply means that level of business operations that does not fall into the Small to Medium sized Enterprise (SME) category… and is not large enough to rank as major scale corporate enterprise.

Jitterbit: After the disruption starting pistol, what next?

Steve Sichtman reflects on the rapid digital transformation accelerated by the pandemic, highlighting the critical role of integration and ERP systems in enabling businesses to innovate and adapt, while predicting a future where ERP evolves into the anchor of hyper-automation, emphasizing the need for companies to quickly enhance their operational and employee experiences.

AWS widens database fabric

AWS is expanding its database capabilities with new offerings like Amazon RDS Custom and DynamoDB Standard-IA to address the growing need for specialized, high-performance databases tailored to specific applications, emphasizing flexibility and cost optimization for customers.

Enterprise software ‘security gates’ needed to lock down automation intelligence

The article discusses the rise of automation intelligence in software development, emphasizing the importance of integrating security controls in the DevSecOps process to manage vulnerabilities effectively while maintaining the speed of delivery.

Cloud expectations vs cloud clarity, reality & functionality

A survey by Lemongrass Consulting reveals that while many enterprises recognize the potential benefits of migrating SAP workloads to the cloud, such as increased agility and cost reduction, successful implementation requires overcoming challenges related to security, skills, and operational mindset, emphasizing the need for ongoing innovation and expertise.

The eco-production line 2.0 runs on ‘microsecond moments’

KX and Telit have partnered to develop an enterprise-grade analytics platform aimed at enhancing manufacturing efficiency and environmental sustainability by integrating real-time data analytics with IoT technologies, enabling manufacturers to make microsecond decisions and optimize processes amidst increasing data volumes.

Aurachain on low-code ERP: don’t juggle jugulars & jumbos

The article discusses the complex issue of technical debt in ERP systems and suggests that a strategic use of low-code/no-code technologies can help alleviate this debt by improving agility and allowing for incremental changes, while cautioning against the potential for creating more debt if not properly governed.

Workday at Google: a ‘cloud-based people system’

Google enhances its HR management by expanding its use of Workday's cloud-based solutions to foster digital empathy and improve employee experiences in a rapidly changing work environment.

Epicor SecturaSOFT deal: ERP goes heavy metal

Epicor has partnered with SecturaSOFT to integrate SecturaFAB, an automated estimating and quoting tool tailored for the metal fabrication industry, into its Kinetic ERP software, enhancing efficiency and speed for its extensive customer base.

UiPath: ERP is ripe for RPA, business bots get busier

When you think about it, it makes perfect sense. Of all the application use cases for RPA, the world of ERP is a perfect attack surface.

Lemongrass mixes strategic multi-cloud combo cocktail

Lemongrass has launched a multi-cloud strategy partnering with Microsoft Cloud and Google Cloud Platform to enhance its automated SAP cloud migration and managed services, catering to the diverse needs of enterprise clients across various industries while maintaining its commitment to AWS.

ERP needs smarter (than the average bear) code testing

SmartBear's TestComplete enhances ERP application testing by enabling codeless mobile tests across multiple devices and browsers, streamlining automation for both technical and non-technical users to minimize downtime during updates.

Will low-code / no-code drive or fix ERP technical debt?

It’s easy to jump on a bandwagon, especially in technology circles. When the next ‘killer app’ comes along (or the next Twitter starts to emerge), every protagonist, futurist, evangelist (and possibly a few tech-polygamists) wants a share of voice and a slice of the market pie.

Living the EAM Dream: How asset management has changed

Asset Performance Management (APM) is the evolution of Enterprise Asset Management (EAM), so how will this technology now be applied inside the Industry 4.0 universe to give us the Maintenance 4.0 intelligence we will need to keep running?

SAP Ariba ‘buys’ into speedier route to Amazon Business

SAP has announced a partnership with Amazon Business to integrate its purchasing capabilities into SAP Ariba, enabling employees to access millions of items while ensuring compliance with corporate purchasing policies.

ServiceNow tech guru appointed Sapphire Systems CIO

Former SAP CEO Bill McDermott has joined ServiceNow, while Chris Pope has transitioned to chief innovation officer at Sapphire Systems, where he will focus on enhancing the ITOM Managed Service portfolio and developing the digital operating platform vision.

Why ERP needs an enterprise data fabric

InterSystems is enhancing its IRIS data platform with Adaptive Analytics and SQL extensions to support self-service analytics and enterprise data fabric architecture, enabling easier integration and actionable insights from diverse data sources for ERP systems.