Craig Powers, Author at ERP Today

Craig Powers

12 Articles Published

The Great Cloud Recalculation Oracle+IBM

A strategic move isn’t just about saving money but about gaining an edge by generating a path to cost takeout through cloud infrastructure migration.

Cloud Platform and Technology

A Recipe for Resilience

How food and beverages companies can succeed in the digital era.

Application Development and Integration

GenAI’s Transformation Role Alongside No-Code Platforms

Agility in the digital era is critical for organizations, and the integration of Generative AI with low-code/no-code platforms offers a transformative opportunity for ERP systems, enabling rapid adaptation to market changes and empowering business users while maintaining IT oversight and governance.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Enabling SMB Growth Through More Agile and Speedy Transformation

ERP implementations often take 18 months to two years, which can hinder SMBs from adapting to market changes, prompting many to seek more agile, cloud-native solutions like Nextworld that allow for quicker updates and innovations, thus gaining a competitive advantage.

Analytics and AI

Oracle CloudWorld Shifts Focus, Becomes Oracle AI World

Oracle has rebranded its annual event from Oracle CloudWorld to Oracle AI World to reflect a new focus on artificial intelligence, featuring 963 sessions including 314 dedicated to AI, while still covering its traditional cloud offerings and the importance of data in digital transformation.

Quality and Testing

Original Software Offers Free Tool for Checking Testing Health and Capabilities

Original Software has launched a free online Testing Health Check tool powered by AI to help businesses assess their software testing capabilities and identify areas for improvement, emphasizing the importance of proper testing to maximize technology investments and avoid costly mistakes.

ERP Strategy and Planning

It’s Time for Manufacturers to Unify CRM and ERP Data

Unifying CRM and ERP systems is essential for manufacturers to enhance visibility, streamline processes, and meet rising customer expectations. Yet, many still struggle with minimal integration, manual data handling, and inefficiencies that hinder responsiveness and customer satisfaction.

Automation

From Strategy to Scale: How Inetum and ServiceNow Are Powering Public Sector Transformation Across the UK

Inetum is driving digital transformation in UK public sector organizations, enhancing service delivery and operational efficiency through partnerships with ServiceNow, evidenced by successful implementations at local councils and central government departments that improve responsiveness and citizen satisfaction.

Data and Data Management

Treating Emissions Data and Sustainability Management Like a Line of Business

While companies struggle with emissions data transparency compared to financial data, regulatory pressures and sustainability initiatives drive the need for better carbon footprint understanding, leading to partnerships like IFS and Climatiq that enhance visibility and analytics in emissions management.

Analytics and AI

How One Steel Manufacturer Transformed Data Access Through an Independent Semantic Layer

We explore how a steel manufacturer wrangled disparate data with the help of an independent semantic layer from CData.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Fresh Produce Companies Find Value in Upgraded, Industry-Specialized ERPs

We examine case studies to see how a specialized ERP for fresh produce companies is helping them scale and achieve their goals.

Analytics and AI

Signal Chains Bring Resiliency and Predictability for Manufacturers and Distributors

We examine the concept of Signal Chains and how they provide resiliency and predictability for manufacturers.