Radhika Ojha, Author at ERP Today

Radhika Ojha

Director, Content Products and Senior Editor

135 Articles Published

IFS Valuation Soars Past €15 B on Major Investment & Strong Growth

IFS has surpassed a valuation of €15 billion driven by strong financial performance and a strategic pivot towards AI; major investors including Hg and EQT are backing the company amid rising demand for its Industrial AI solutions across key sectors like Aerospace, Energy, and Manufacturing.

CRM and Customer Experience

ERP Today Live! EY and Eversource Collaborate for CIS Implementation

EY and Eversource Energy have successfully implemented an agile customer information system that enables adaptability to market changes, fosters a leadership-driven agile culture, and emphasizes continuous improvement, allowing the utility company to enhance customer service while managing payments effectively.

ServiceNow and NTT DATA Business Solutions

Service Management

Ensuring Your ServiceNow Platform is Fit4Future

To maximize the potential of their ServiceNow platform, organizations should utilize NTT DATA Business Solutions' Fit4Future assessment services, which provide comprehensive evaluations and actionable roadmaps for optimizing IT Service Operations, including incident management, change management, and request fulfillment.

Analytics and AI

Tackling the Industry’s Biggest Challenges to Drive Manufacturing Forward

Manufacturers face numerous challenges today, including rising costs and skills gaps, but QAD aims to transform these obstacles into opportunities through pragmatic AI solutions, low-code extensibility, and a deep understanding of industry-specific needs.

Cloud Platform and Technology

Nextworld Appoints Konrad Rogers as President and COO

Nextworld has appointed Konrad Rogers as President and COO to lead the company through a phase of rapid expansion, leveraging his extensive technology leadership experience to enhance operational efficiency, foster innovation, and deepen customer-centric partnerships while driving AI-driven advancements on their platform.

Cloud Platform and Technology

IBM Bolsters AI and Data Power with Hakkoda Acquisition

IBM is enhancing its data delivery capabilities and accelerating AI integration in ERP systems by acquiring Hakkoda Inc., a consultancy specializing in data modernization and generative AI.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Rootstock Unveils Modern ERP for Manufacturers with Spring ’25 Release

Rootstock Software's Spring ’25 Release enhances user experience with a comprehensive UX uplift, introduces AI-powered features for improved operational efficiency, and strengthens financial capabilities, providing faster decision-making and streamlined processes across enterprises.

Data and Data Management

Beneath the Surface: The Hidden Danger of Migrating to SAP S/4HANA Without Clean Data

Migrating to SAP S/4HANA promises numerous advantages, but achieving a 'Clean Core' and effective digital transformation hinges on maintaining clean data, as unaddressed data quality issues can complicate the migration process and undermine potential benefits.

Cloud Platform and Technology

Building a Global Foundation in Construction ERP

Xpedeon, a construction ERP provider founded in Mumbai in 1994, has successfully evolved from a product-centric startup into a global entity by focusing on tailored software solutions for the construction industry and recently transitioning to a cloud-native SaaS model to enhance project management and embrace emerging technologies.

UK Businesses Gear Up for Significant AI Investment in 2025

Analytics and AI

UK Businesses Gear Up for Significant AI Investments in 2025: Freshworks Study

UK organizations are expected to increase their AI investment by 25% in 2025, driven by the recognition of AI's importance in enhancing workplace efficiency and employee experience, with 54% planning a 29% spending boost next year.

Analytics and AI

A Streamlined Approach to Custom Gen AI Models with NTT DATA Business Solutions

NTT DATA Business Solutions' GenAI Connector simplifies the development of custom generative AI models for businesses, enabling faster and more effective integration of AI into operations, enhancing customer experiences, and driving growth.

Data and Data Management

From a 300-Day Marathon to a 20-Day Sprint: How NJM Unlocked ERP Value with CData

Data-driven organizations like NJM Insurance Group significantly enhance their decision-making and profitability by overcoming data silos through efficient integration solutions like CData Sync.

Data and Data Management

Speed, Savings, & S/4HANA Success with JiVS Data Migration for SAP ECC

As the end-of-support deadline for SAP ECC approaches, organizations are urgently migrating to SAP S/4HANA, utilizing innovative tools like JiVS IMP to streamline the transition, reduce costs, and ensure compliance while safeguarding data accessibility.

Analytics and AI

The Autonomous Advantage: Driving Business Value with AI-Enabled Supply Chains

The modern supply chain is being revolutionized by the integration of agentic AI, which enhances operational efficiency and revenue growth through proactive and autonomous decision-making, though organizations face challenges such as data accuracy and geopolitical risks.

Analytics and AI

Transforming Business Operations: Codestone’s Strategic Approach to Digital Transformation

Codestone stands out in the ERP landscape by leveraging AI to help organizations implement tailored SAP and Microsoft solutions, driving business outcomes through a value-based, user-focused approach.

NetSuite Extends AI Capabilities to Help Organisations in the UK Further Improve Efficiency

Analytics and AI

NetSuite Boosts UK Business Efficiency with Expanded AI Capabilities

Oracle NetSuite has expanded its AI capabilities in the UK to enhance efficiency for businesses by introducing AI agents and generative functionalities that streamline data entry, boost productivity, and facilitate informed decision-making at no additional cost.

Cloud Platform and Technology

Navigating Manufacturing Costs: The Strategic Role of CloudPaths and NetSuite

Manufacturers face escalating challenges in tracking and managing costs due to complex routing processes, unpredictable material costs, and outdated systems, necessitating agile methodologies and robust ERP solutions like NetSuite to enhance accuracy, streamline operations, and respond effectively to market dynamics.

SSTL and NTT DATA Partner for Cloud-Powered Space Innovation

Cloud Platform and Technology

SSTL and NTT DATA Business Solutions Partner for Cloud-Powered Space Innovation

NTT DATA Business Solutions UK&I will implement SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition for Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) by early 2026 to enhance operational efficiency and innovation in the aerospace sector through advanced automation and analytics.

Analytics and AI

Oracle Unveils AI Agent Studio for Fusion Cloud Applications

Oracle has launched the AI Agent Studio for Fusion Applications, a platform enabling customers and partners to create and manage customizable AI agents to enhance enterprise productivity and streamline processes while integrating advanced features like agent templates, orchestration, and robust security.

Cloud Platform and Technology

Oracle Invests $5 Billion to Fuel UK’s AI-Driven Future

Oracle is set to invest $5 billion over the next five years to enhance its cloud infrastructure in the UK, aligning with the government's AI vision and enabling organizations to access advanced multi-cloud and AI solutions.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Accelerating Oracle modernization with Tricentis solutions

Tricentis provides AI-driven solutions that streamline the modernization of Oracle applications by simplifying upgrades, ensuring data integrity, and validating cross-application workflows, enabling Oracle users to achieve cost-effective transitions to the cloud and meet ongoing operational demands.

Security

Google Cloud to Acquire Wiz for $32 Billion in Cloud Security Push

Google Cloud has acquired cybersecurity platform Wiz for $32 billion, aiming to enhance security technology and scalability across multi-cloud environments.

ERP Strategy and Planning

The unifying factor: How Asteelflash could “act globally and think locally” with QAD

Asteelflash, a European electronics manufacturing services provider, enhanced its global operations and customer experience by transitioning to QAD Cloud, utilizing a unified ERP platform to support rapid growth and efficient site rollouts amid industry disruptions.

ERP Strategy and Planning

QAD appoints Sanjay Brahmawar as CEO

Sanjay Brahmawar will become QAD's new CEO on March 17, succeeding Anton Chilton, with a focus on driving growth through product innovation and customer success, while the company continues to enhance its offerings with integrated solutions and advanced technologies like AI.

Analytics and AI

Boomi launches AI Studio to manage the agentic AI revolution

Boomi has launched Boomi AI Studio, a vendor-agnostic platform set to be generally available in Q2 2025. It enables organizations to design, monitor, and manage AI agents securely at scale, while ensuring compliance, particularly for ERP systems.

Analytics and AI

Mike Gannon to head Snowflake’s revenue operations

Snowflake has appointed Mike Gannon as Chief Revenue Officer to succeed retiring Chris Degnan, with Gannon's extensive sales leadership experience expected to drive the company's growth and enhance its platform capabilities in enterprise data solutions.

Cloud Platform and Technology

Your business has big growth goals. Could your ERP be standing in the way?

Ambitious businesses seeking growth often face limitations from outdated ERP systems, prompting them to consider costly customizations; however, emerging no-code platforms like Nextworld offer flexible and scalable alternatives that enhance agility, reduce costs, and support long-term growth.

Analytics and AI

Vonage and SAP expand collaboration for AI-driven enterprise experiences

Vonage has expanded its partnership with SAP to integrate its communication APIs with SAP Business Technology Platform and Business AI, aiming to create intelligent applications that enhance enterprise automation and customer engagement, with a pilot demonstration scheduled for Mobile World Congress 2025.

Cloud Platform and Technology

NTT DATA Business Solutions gets SAP certification for Finance Accelerated package

NTT DATA Business Solutions has achieved SAP-qualified partner packaged solution certification for its Finance Accelerated for GROW with SAP, a scalable financial solution designed to aid high-growth businesses by leveraging SAP S/4HANA Cloud and industry best practices, promising rapid implementation and enhanced operational efficiency through advanced analytics and automation.

Cloud Platform and Technology

IFS appoints Hannes Liebe as President of APJMEA

IFS has appointed Hannes Liebe as President of APJMEA to drive growth and strengthen partnerships in the region, succeeding Vincent Carvalho, amid the company's significant momentum and investment in Industrial AI capabilities for enhanced ERP solutions.

Cloud Platform and Technology

Oracle & Microsoft expand multi-cloud capabilities for government agencies

Oracle has launched Oracle US Gov West and Azure US Gov Arizona regions for its Interconnect with Microsoft Azure, enhancing government agencies' multi-cloud capabilities through cost-effective, high-performance solutions, and seamless integration with Oracle Autonomous Database and Azure services.