Melissa Evatt
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Workday expands ESG offering to drive social and sustainability initiatives
Workday has introduced new solutions and expanded capabilities to help its global customers meet the demands of evolving environmental, social, and governance (ESG) regulations and corporate accountability.
Kraft Heinz and Microsoft join forces to accelerate supply chain transformation
The Kraft Heinz Company (Kraft Heinz) and Microsoft are joining forces to develop solutions designed to accelerate the consumer goods giant’s transformation and enable a more resilient supply chain.
Oracle delivers high performance and scale with Exadata Cloud Infrastructure X9M
Oracle has completed the rollout of Oracle Exadata Cloud Infrastructure X9M, the latest generation of Oracle Database Platform in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), which will allow customers to run existing workloads much faster, with greater scale and at a much lower cost.
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PwC acquires Pollen8 to enhance innovation capabilities
PwC has acquired London-based innovation consultancy, Pollen8. The deal will give PwC access to Pollen8’s specialist innovation management platform, enhancing its firmwide technology innovation capability.
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IBM exceeds Q1 earnings estimates
IBM has reported better-than-expected Q1 2022 results, with revenue up 8 percent year on year, as the company continues restructuring its business around hybrid cloud platforms, software infrastructure and consulting services.
Alabama higher education institutions tap into Oracle Cloud
Alabama’s Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) has selected Oracle Student Financial Planning to drive the number of high school graduates applying for federal financial aid. Last year, an estimated $67.8m in federal Pell Grants were left unclaimed by eligible Alabama students who did not finish the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Oracle launches employee experience platform to meet evolving workforce needs
Oracle has launched Oracle ME, a comprehensive platform within Oracle Cloud HCM, which gives HR and business leaders a tool to support employee success and to streamline communications across the organization.
Deloitte invests $1bn in global sustainability and climate practice
With Earth Day 2022 just around the corner, Deloitte has announced a significant expansion and investment in Deloitte Sustainability and Climate, a global practice serving clients as they define a path to a more sustainable future.
Thoma Bravo software sprees continues with $6.9bn SailPoint deal
Not one month after its $10.7bn acquisition of SaaS tool Anaplan, US software investment firm Thoma Bravo has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SailPoint. The all-cash transaction values the enterprise identity security brand at approximately $6.9bn.
Inoapps announces major Abry Partners investment
Global Oracle partner Inoapps has signed an agreement with Abry Partners, a leading Boston-based private equity firm, which has taken a substantial stake in Inoapps, resulting in joint control with founder and CEO, Andy Bird. The investment is planned to accelerate both acquisition-based and organic growth, along with increased headcount for the Aberdeen-headquartered business.
Hands off the Lego: Merlin Entertainments taps Oracle to make days out more contactless
Merlin Entertainments, the world’s second-largest operator of family entertainment destinations, has chosen Oracle point-of-sale and hospitality technology to personalize and simplify guest visits to its attractions such as Legoland   and Sea Life aquariums.
IFS Cloud gets its first major update for 2022
IFS has released the first of two updates to its IFS Cloud product for 2022. The April release, available now, is aimed at enhancing enterprise insights, process automation and employee experience.
Arribatec Integra revolutionizes Port of London asset management
UK ERP leader  Arribatec Integra has announced the completion of a significant new integration project using the People Platform solution Extension Tool Kit (ETK) for the Port of London Authority (PLA). 
IBM brings its AI game to Masters Digital Experience
Golfing meets artificial intelligence (AI) as IBM, the official digital partner of the Masters, brings AI-powered player projections and insights to this year’s Masters Digital Experience.
Medair selects Unit4’s next-gen ERPx to power humanitarian mission
Unit4’s next-gen ERPx and FP&A solution has been selected by Medair, the global humanitarian organization, to provide accurate, real-time reporting, optimize resources and drive greater mission impact. With Unit4, Medair will be able to better manage programs and funding, to deliver the greatest impact with maximum efficiency in grant management, operating costs and donor reporting.
Oracle Cloud to power Japan’s largest telco
Japan's largest telecommunications company, NTT Docomo, has chosen Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) to build its new development environment for ALADIN (ALl Around DoCoMo INformation Systems), one of the largest customer information management systems in the world.
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Workday to create 1,000 new jobs in Dublin with new European HQ
Workday has unveiled its plan to create 1,000 new jobs over the next two years at its European headquarters in Dublin, Ireland, with construction planned for a new European HQ in the city. The investment is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland and will increase Workday’s Ireland-based workforce by approximately 60 percent.
Lloyds and ServiceNow help the underrepresented get into tech
ServiceNow and Lloyds Banking Group are collaborating to help individuals from communities that have been traditionally marginalized break into the technology industry. Recent participants of ServiceNow’s NextGen Professionals Program have accepted job offers from Lloyds after learning digital skills currently desirable in today’s workforce.
IAMCP launches Digital Transformation Ready
A rewarding career begins with one opportunity. Are you ready to find yours? The International Association of Microsoft Channel Partners (IAMCP) recently launched Digital Transformation Ready - a complimentary program that gives you world-class training in Microsoft Business Applications.
Dave Dyer appointed as Unit4’s regional president in North America
Dave Dyer has been announced as Unit4’s regional president of North America. Dyer will lead Unit4’s business in a role covering sales, operations, and services, focusing on scaling the region, and building connections with customers.
Delivery beast Gorillas chooses Workday for its 14,000-strong troop
Berlin food delivery start-up Gorillas is selecting Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) to digitally transform its HR processes. This implementation will provide Gorillas with analytical capabilities, automated processes and better operational visibility and performance for the company's 14,000 employees.
Thoma Bravo to acquire Anaplan for $10.7bn
US software investment firm Thoma Bravo has acquired Anaplan, the SaaS financial planning tool, in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $10.7bn.
IBM offers one key to protect them all with new cloud security tool
IBM has launched a new cloud service designed to help enterprises protect data across multiple clouds and assist regulated industries in demonstrating their compliance faster. Named Unified Key Orchestrator, the service performs key management across hybrid, multi-cloud environments to help enterprises mitigate risk to critical data from cyber attacks and insider threats.
HPE reveals new services spanning edge to cloud
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE ) has announced significant advancements to its hybrid cloud platform, including a unified operating experience, new cloud services and availability of HPE GreenLake in the online marketplaces of several leading distributors.
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SAP replaces own legacy system at UK council for £7.3m
Gloucestershire County Council (GCC) is implementing a major upgrade to its ERP system using SAP’s  RISE service. The UK authority signed a £7.3m contract with the German software giant, marking a milestone in SAP’s push with its RISE with SAP program into the UK’s public sector.
Cornerstone acquires learning software platform EdCast
Cornerstone OnDemand has acquired EdCast, a learning experience platform software provider. The deal is the next step in Cornerstone’s strategy of transforming the learning software market.
EY ups ESG game with Carbon13 collaboration
EY has collaborated with Carbon13 to build a program that supports entrepreneurs in creating new businesses whose primary objectives are to reduce CO2 emissions.
Big Blue skies? IBM expands Adobe partnership with an eye on the weather
IBM has significantly expanded its partnership with Adobe around the use of AI-powered weather data from The Weather Company, an IBM business, on the Adobe Experience Platform. Adobe plans to use Weather Channel data as part of its Digital Economy Index, to explore how weather patterns affect online spending and other trends in e-commerce.
Oracle unveils new innovations across compute, networking and storage
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is expanding with 11 new compute, networking, and storage services and capabilities, enabling customers to run their workloads faster and more securely at lower costs. Users will be provided with flexible services, reducing costs and automatically optimizing resources to match application requirements.
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Microsoft in rude health with Azure and AI boost
Microsoft announces the general availability of Azure Health Data Services and updates to Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare.
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