Blogs

AIRSYS selects Rootstock ERP to fuel global growth

AIRSYS Cooling Technologies has selected Rootstock ERP to enhance its operational efficiency and support its rapid global expansion in sustainable cooling solutions for industries like telecommunications and semiconductor manufacturing, aiming for improved supply chain visibility and decision-making through integration with the Salesforce platform.

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Data and Data Management

The Quantum Leap: How Quantum Computing Will Transform Enterprise Software

Enterprise software is poised for a transformation due to quantum computing, which enables faster data analysis and optimization that outpaces traditional computing, with major companies like IBM, Google, and Microsoft spearheading research and pilot programs while addressing challenges such as hardware limitations and talent shortages.

Cloud Platform and Technology

AWS Aims to Speed Cloud Adoption with Trust Center

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched the AWS Trust Center, a comprehensive online resource that provides essential security insights, compliance certifications, and real-time updates to enhance transparency and trust for customers transitioning to cloud-based systems, addressing key security concerns that influence cloud adoption.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Manufacturers face deployment hurdles for smart technologies: SYSPRO

A SYSPRO report highlights a growing demand for AI, automation, and IIoT in manufacturing, although deployment challenges such as integration issues and workforce shortages persist, with only 12% having implemented AI despite 80% planning to allocate resources for it.

Cloud Platform and Technology

The Future of Digital Transformation: Insights from Inetum UK CEO

In 2024, Inetum appointed Kathy Quashie as CEO for the UKI and Growing Markets, strengthened its position as a global ServiceNow partner through the acquisition of Unifii, and focused on scaling its presence while addressing the challenges of digital transformation and AI integration for clients.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Aptum appoints Jaime Konzelman as Chief Revenue Officer

Aptum has appointed Jaime Konzelman as Chief Revenue Officer to lead its go-to-market strategy, leveraging her extensive experience to enhance customer success through tailored cloud solutions and strong partnerships.

Diriyah Company Embraces a Smart City Future with IBM Maximo

Enterprise Asset Management

Diriyah embraces a Smart City future with IBM Maximo

Diriyah Company has selected IBM Maximo Application Suite for asset management in its $63.2 billion Diriyah Project, a smart city development near Riyadh, leveraging AI-driven capabilities for optimized performance and predictive maintenance to enhance operational reliability and sustainability.

Analytics and AI

The AI responsibility gap: A looming threat to business?

A new study by NTT DATA reveals that the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence is outpacing the establishment of responsible governance, creating an 'AI responsibility gap' that jeopardizes trust, investment, and accountability in AI implementation among organizations.

Analytics and AI

Accenture, Google Cloud Partner on Sovereign Cloud and Gen AI in Saudi Arabia

Accenture and Google Cloud are collaborating to boost generative AI and cloud adoption in Saudi Arabia, enhancing local organizations' capabilities and economic growth while promoting digital sovereignty and talent development.

Cloud Platform and Technology

Oracle Expands Cloud Offering to Support EU Data Sovereignty

Oracle's Fusion Cloud Applications Suite is now available on Oracle EU Sovereign Cloud, allowing EU organizations to store sensitive data and applications in compliance with strict regional data privacy regulations, thereby enhancing their ability to adopt AI-driven solutions securely.

Cloud Platform and Technology

DPC enhances automotive EDI with AIM AutoCOR and Epicor Kinetic

Diversified Plastics Corporation has streamlined its automotive EDI processes by implementing AIM AutoCOR with Epicor Kinetic ERP, enhancing order management, compliance, and shipping workflows through a cloud-based solution that significantly reduces trading partner integration time.

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

Analytics and AI

IFS spreads its wings in the Middle East

IFS has announced a strategic partnership with Saudi Business Machines to expand its presence in the Middle East, particularly Saudi Arabia, while also optimizing operations for TIM Aerospace with its EmpowerMX software, underscoring the company's commitment to enhancing industrial AI solutions and modernizing MRO operations.

Manufacturing Systems and Automation

Mary Ann’s Specialty Foods Enhances Efficiency with QAD Advanced Scheduling

Mary Ann's Specialty Foods is enhancing its production efficiency by implementing QAD Advanced Scheduling, building on its previous success with QAD Redzone Connected Workforce to streamline scheduling operations and improve real-time visibility, ultimately aligning with the company's vision for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Analytics and AI

Salesforce: AI Agents Can Boost Competitive Differentiation in Financial Services

Fewer than half of consumers are fully satisfied with financial institutions, emphasizing the critical need for standout customer service and digital experiences, particularly through AI agents, to maintain loyalty as competitive pricing becomes less viable.

Analytics and AI

Unlocking business efficiency: NetSuite introduces new AI innovations

Oracle NetSuite has introduced new AI-powered features at SuiteConnect, aimed at enhancing customization, optimizing workflows, and increasing productivity through tools like generative text enhancements, a Prompt Management API, an AI-powered Configure, Price, Quote Assistant, and an AI expert system for support.

Analytics and AI

Unlock the Future of AI-Driven Enterprise with Zoho’s Zia Agents

Zoho Corporation has expanded its ZIA artificial intelligence platform with the introduction of Zia Agents, Agent Studio, and Agent Marketplace, aiming to enhance business efficiency, automation, and decision-making by providing task-specific AI assistants that organizations can customize and deploy across its suite of applications.

ERP Strategy and Planning

How Deloitte and ServiceNow’s 2025 Workflow Automation Outlook Guides ERP Users

Deloitte and ServiceNow's fourth annual 'Workflow Automation Outlook' emphasizes the necessity for organizations to adopt tailored, industry-specific automation and AI solutions across all functions to enhance competitiveness, streamline operations, and foster a culture of continuous innovation.

ERP Strategy and Planning

NTT DATA appoints Sudhir Chaturvedi as Chief Growth Officer and NA CEO

NTT DATA has appointed Sudhir Chaturvedi as Global Chief Growth Officer and CEO of North America, focusing on global growth strategies, collaboration in market execution, and enhancing ERP services through his extensive experience in consulting and digital transformation.

Supply Chain Management

Alloy.ai & CloudPaths partner for real-time supply chains

Alloy.ai and CloudPaths are collaborating to enhance consumer brands' supply chain efficiency and demand forecasting through real-time data integration and SAP expertise, enabling businesses to respond swiftly to market changes and reduce inventory-related risks.

Supply Chain Management

Kinaxis and 4flow launch advanced network design application for Maestro

Kinaxis and 4flow have introduced Kinaxis Network Design by 4flow, an integrated application within Kinaxis Maestro, that provides real-time supply chain insights, enhances transparency and optimization, supports proactive management of changes in demand and transportation routes, and includes sustainability features to help organizations reduce costs and improve operational performance.

CEO Bill McDermott | ServiceNow sees “tailwind of growth” with GenAI in Q3 23 success

Analytics and AI

ServiceNow and Google Cloud Expand Partnership to Deliver AI-powered Tools to Millions of Users

ServiceNow and Google Cloud have expanded their partnership to integrate ServiceNow's platform and workflows with Google Cloud, enabling AI-driven transformation across enterprise technology, enhancing data accessibility and workflows, with new AI-powered solutions set to launch by 2025.

Supply Chain Management

Oracle AI Agents Help Transform Supply Chain Workflows

Oracle has introduced new role-based AI agents within Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM, set for release in January 2025, to automate routine supply chain tasks, enhance productivity, and enable professionals to focus on strategic initiatives, thus transforming operational efficiency across various supply chain functions.

Analytics and AI

Security for innovation: Mimecast Incydr’s defense against DeepSeek and other Gen AI data risks

The rapid growth of generative AI tools like DeepSeek presents significant data security risks for organizations, necessitating enhanced protective measures such as Mimecast's Incydr platform to safeguard intellectual property while promoting safe and effective AI adoption.

Security

de Novo Solutions steels cybersecurity for Oracle, ServiceNow ecosystem

de Novo Solutions has successfully achieved re-accreditation of the Cyber Essentials Plus certification, underscoring its commitment to robust cybersecurity and data protection across its operations in the Finance, Procurement, HR, and Payroll sectors amidst rising cyber threats.

Service Management

Deltek deepens AI in GRC for GovCon professionals

Deltek has unveiled AI-enhancements and a new user experience called Deltek Harmony for the GovCon GRC space, introducing features like Ask Dela for streamlined workflows, AI-driven resource management, and Smart Summaries for generating concise project insights, aimed at improving operational efficiency for government contractors.

Cloud Platform and Technology

ATB Financial Deploys Gemini for Google Workspace to 5,000+ Employees

ATB Financial has successfully deployed Google's Gemini for Workspace to over 5,000 employees, leveraging generative AI to enhance productivity and streamline workflows across tools like Gmail, Docs, and Sheets, following a successful pilot that demonstrated significant time savings and improved efficiency.

CRM and Customer Experience

SharkNinja Powers Up Global Customer Service with Salesforce Agentforce

Salesforce has partnered with SharkNinja to implement Agentforce and Commerce Cloud, aiming to enhance personalized customer service through autonomous AI agents while facilitating global growth and improving customer engagement across various markets.