Beckie Barrett, Author at ERP Today

Beckie Barrett

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Enterprise architects invited to SAP Global Virtual Summit

SAP's Enterprise Architect Global Virtual Summit, occurring from March 1-3, 2022, aims to empower enterprise architects with strategies and tools for advancing digital transformation and collaboration, featuring keynotes, discussions, and sessions on sustainability and integration.

Leading Finnish engineering group opts for Infor

Finnish engineering firm Närpes Trä & Metall has chosen Infor CloudSuite Industrial Enterprise to unify its global manufacturing processes, enhancing visibility and efficiency through a cloud-based ERP solution delivered by Midport Scandinavia.

Infor and Made2Flow join forces to deliver sustainability in fashion

Infor has partnered with Made2Flow to automate environmental impact calculations for fashion brands, enhancing supply chain transparency and sustainability efforts through improved data analysis and machine learning.

Accenture and League team up to transform digital healthcare experiences at scale

Accenture and League are partnering to enhance digital healthcare experiences and accessibility by leveraging Accenture's analytics and integration capabilities with League's platform, currently focusing on expanding the PC Health platform in collaboration with Shoppers Drug Mart.

Oracle helps Sofigate speed up onboarding of new hires

Sofigate has successfully reduced its HR onboarding time by 90% within three months by implementing Oracle HCM, streamlining processes and enhancing talent management to support its growth across Northern Europe.

Oracle helps build a digital Airtel

Bharti Airtel is implementing Oracle's Fusion Cloud ERP and SCM to enhance operational efficiency and digitize its finance and supply chain processes as part of its transition to cloud-based applications.

Infor accelerates digital transformation for Bontaz

Bontaz Group has chosen Infor CloudSuite Automotive, deployed on AWS, to enhance its digital transformation, aiming to double revenue and diversify operations by replacing its in-house ERP with a tailored, cloud-based solution for the automotive industry.

Record results for Capgemini

Capgemini reported strong full-year results for 2021 with revenues of €18.1bn, a 14.6% increase from 2020, driven by significant growth in digital and cloud services, successful acquisitions, and strong profitability metrics.

Oracle provides Fyffes with all-in-one HCM system

Fyffes, the oldest and largest tropical produce company, has transitioned its HR operations to Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM to modernize its IT systems, streamline HR processes, and enhance employee experience through unified data management.

Oracle and Red Bull Racing accelerate partnership

Oracle and Red Bull Racing, the four-time Formula 1 world champion team, have enhanced their partnership and announced a new team name, Oracle Red Bull Racing, as well as the team’s new car for the upcoming season, the RB18.

Deloitte reveals intent to acquire Etain

Deloitte has agreed to acquire Etain, a leading data and digital transformation specialist in the UK and Ireland, which will double the size of its AI and data solutions practice in Belfast, making it the largest in Northern Ireland and enhancing its capacity to deliver innovative digital transformation projects across the UK.

ServiceNow and NTT to streamline 5G deployment

ServiceNow and NTT have partnered to create an AI-enabled workflow automation platform that simplifies the adoption of private 5G, enabling organizations to digitize their business processes and accelerate their deployment and integration.

Unit4 appoints Tom Ascroft as chief information security officer

Unit4 has appointed Tom Ascroft as its new chief information security officer, tasked with enhancing global cyber security measures and leveraging his extensive 24-year experience to support the company's growth and customer data integrity.

Oracle transforms business logistics for RHI Magnesita

RHI Magnesita has chosen Oracle Fusion Cloud Transportation Management to enhance logistics efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels across its global operations amid a changing trade landscape.

International drilling contractor upgrades with IFS

IFS has partnered with Borr Drilling to upgrade its IT platforms to IFS Cloud, enhancing business processes like asset management and supply chain efficiency across the company's global offshore drilling operations.

Duo of European project wins for Infor

Infor has successfully implemented its ERP software, Infor LN, for Warsaw's Metro, enhancing operational efficiency for the subway's expansion, while also providing Copenhagen Admiral Hotel with its Hospitality Management Solution and Revenue Management System to improve guest experiences and operational integration.

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Growing numbers of global businesses opt for Oracle Cloud

Oracle has seen rising adoption of its Cloud Lift Services, with over 1,000 organizations migrating critical workloads to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, prompting enhancements to the service for easier data lakehouse and AI application migrations.

Norway’s largest hydraulic equipment manufacturer moves to IFS Cloud

IFS has strengthened its partnership with Norway's Servi Group, the largest hydraulic equipment producer in the country, by transitioning them to IFS Cloud to enhance operational efficiency and streamline data access across their multiple locations and services.

BlackLine acquires financial management software provider FourQ Systems

BlackLine has acquired FourQ Systems for $165 million, plus potential earnouts, enhancing its intercompany accounting automation capabilities and addressing the complexities of global finance operations.

Unit4 appoints Matthew Bagley as chief financial officer

Unit4 has appointed Matthew Bagley as CFO, replacing Gordon Stuart, who stepped down after successfully transitioning the company under new ownership, with Bagley bringing valuable experience from RIMES Technologies to support Unit4's growth ambitions.

Accenture and Celonis join forces

Accenture and Celonis have formed a strategic alliance to integrate Celonis' data-driven execution management capabilities into Accenture's tools, enhancing business process transparency and efficiency for clients.

Acumatica brings agility to rapid growth businesses

During the Acumatica Summit 2022, the company emphasized the importance of business agility for overcoming challenges such as pandemics and supply chain issues, while announcing new integrations with UiPath for task automation and a Selling Partner API for seamless Amazon order management.

Infor scores partner hat-trick

Infor announced new and extended partnerships at its Inforum Digital event, highlighting how its AI solutions are enhancing customer service and safety for Kal Tire, while Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Valley View Casino are migrating to cloud-based systems to improve operational efficiencies and staffing management.

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IBM study reveals tech challenges of the most regulated UK industries

A recent IBM study reveals that 45% of UK IT professionals in regulated industries cite regulation and compliance as the main hurdle to digital transformation, yet they also view compliance and security as key motivators, leading 87% to adopt hybrid multi-cloud IT architectures and 46% in financial services planning to enhance AI use for modernization within five years.

Infor announces new Infor Marketplace

Infor has announced the new Infor Marketplace, a curated showcase of solutions designed to make it easier for customers to discover, source and license industry and micro-vertical solutions that integrate with the Infor’s portfolio of enterprise software.

HR technology platform Darwinbox closes $72m funding round

Darwinbox, Asia's leading HR tech platform, has raised $72 million in funding led by Technology Crossover Ventures, boosting its valuation to over $1 billion, as it aims for global expansion following a 200% revenue growth and a significant increase in user adoption over the past year.

ServiceNow strikes new retail tech transformation deal with Asda

ServiceNow has partnered with Asda to implement the Now Platform, enhancing employee productivity and customer experiences while driving innovation and business value across Asda's 633 stores.

IFS delivers another market-beating year and closes-in on $1bn in group revenues

IFS reported a fourth consecutive year of double-digit growth with total sales of $984m for 2021, driven by a 22% increase in software revenue and a 105% rise in cloud revenue, despite COVID-19 challenges.

Peter Bosley-Sharpe to lead SNP into next growth phase in UK&I

SNP has appointed Peter Bosley-Sharpe as managing director for the UK and Ireland to enhance its market presence, leveraging his 20 years of experience in SAP and digital transformation.

BigTime Software receives $100m investment to drive growth

BigTime Software has secured a $100 million strategic investment from Vista Equity Partners to enhance product development, drive recruitment, and boost customer support as it expands its presence in the professional services automation market.