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SAP and AWS help BBC save money and reduce complexity by moving to the cloud

SAP continues its partnership with the BBC by moving its IT systems for finance, HR, and procurement to the cloud using RISE with SAP on Amazon Web Services, aiming to streamline operations and enhance digital transformation.

Business Process Management and Automation

Kyriba and Riyadh Air partner on treasury management in aviation

Kyriba has announced its partnership with Riyadh to help Riyadh Air automate and streamline its treasury management processes.

Analytics and AI

Microsoft unveils Innovation Hub to transform Australian businesses

Microsoft has unveiled a new multi-million-dollar Innovation Hub in Australia, to empower Australian organisations to leverage the power of AI and other technologies. This new facility joins Microsoft’s global network of over 40 Innovation Hubs and marks a milestone in...

Analytics and AI

EY appoints Joe Depa as new CIO amidst substantial AI investments

Ernest & Young has appointed Joe Depa as the new EY Global chief innovation officer, tasked with leading the global innovation strategy and applied innovation initiatives to enhance service delivery and address business challenges amid emerging technologies.

Human Capital Management

Sage stands out with “high pace of innovation” amid upbeat year-end results

Sage has announced its year-end results with a robust rise in operating profit amid a successful year of broad-based revenue growth.

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Analytics and AI

Salesforce launches automated AI Agent testing center

Salesforce has introduced agentic lifecycle management tools that enable businesses to automate AI agent testing, prototype in secure environments and manage usage effectively, addressing the growing need for reliable agent configurations without disrupting production systems.

a woman holding a tablet with 'Payroll' written on it and a blue credit card | EY launches Integrated Global Payroll Solution for payroll management

Human Capital Management

EY launches Integrated Global Payroll Solution for payroll management

EY has announced the launch of a next-generation Integrated Global Payroll Solution to assist payroll management.

Analytics and AI

Julia White joins Amazon Web Services as marketing chief

Amazon Web Services has appointed Julia White, a former executive at SAP and Microsoft, as its new Chief Marketing Officer and Vice President.

Cloud Platform and Technology

Microsoft and Oracle expand multi-cloud partnership with new Database@Azure integrations

At Microsoft Ignite 2024, Microsoft and Oracle announced an expanded partnership featuring enhanced Oracle Database@Azure capabilities for data governance, analytics, and AI, integrating with Microsoft Purview for secure data management, introducing new networking features for enterprise security, and expanding availability across nine regions, while also planning to further enhance their collaboration with Exadata services.

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Cloud Platform and Technology

SAP and Deloitte – the latest contributors to UK government’s Shared Services Strategy

SAP SE has launched the Unity Cluster program with the UK government to improve shared services across various departments using cloud technology and collaboration with Deloitte, aiming to enhance efficiency and streamline HR, finance and procurement processes.

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Analytics and AI

Accenture, Avanade and Microsoft drive AI innovation with Copilot practice

To address the increasing demand for AI transformation, Accenture and Avanade, in their joint venture with Microsoft, announced they are launching a Copilot business transformation practice to help organizations reinvent their business operations and integrate generative AI, agentic AI and...

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Business Process Management and Automation

Boomi to invest in its commitment to Japan with SunBridge Partners

The integration and automation leader Boomi has announced an investment in Boomi KK with SunBridge Partners, a Japan/US venture capital and professional services firm, to deepen Boomi’s commitment to Japan and expand its go-to-market (GTM) tailored solutions and localized support....

Cloud Platform and Technology

SoftwareOne admits “disappointing” Q3 24 results amid strategy change

SoftwareOne has announced “disappointing” Q3 2024 results which the company attributed to “a loss of sales momentum”.

Business Process Management and Automation

Boomi strengthens operational excellence with new executive appointments

Boomi has appointed Valerie Rainey as Chief Operating Officer and Francesca Molinari as Chief People Officer to enhance operational efficiency and focus on workplace culture.

Analytics and AI

Microsoft to raise prices of Power BI licenses in 2025

Microsoft plans to increase the prices of its Power BI Pro and Premium per user licenses to $14 and $24 per month, respectively, starting April 1, 2025.

ERP Strategy and Planning

NTT DATA Business Solutions to accelerate cloud adoption for SMBs

NTT DATA Business Solutions has launched tailored offerings for high-growth SMBs using SAP's GROW with SAP public cloud solutions to enhance cloud adoption, streamline operations, and support sustained business growth.

photo of Westminster during sunset | SAP Sovereign Cloud launch for public sector

Cloud Platform and Technology

SAP launches Sovereign Cloud to empower the UK public sector

SAP has launched its Sovereign Cloud capabilities in the UK to provide secure and compliant localized cloud solutions for public sector organizations and regulated industries, ensuring high standards of data residency and security.

photo of a small business's sign, stating "thank you for shopping local" | Sage news announcement of the acquisition of ForceManager for SMBs

Cloud Platform and Technology

Sage acquires ForceManager to increase sales efficiency for SMBs

Sage has acquired ForceManager, enhancing its mobile management solutions for SMBs to improve sales efficiency and productivity, while also expanding its capabilities with the acquisition of supply chain technology firm Anvyl.

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Cloud Platform and Technology

CrossCountry and Cooper Parry announce NetSuite additions

NetSuite-focused accountancies have strengthened their operations with strategic acquisitions to improve implementation and consulting.

Data and Data Management

Epicor’s new solutions to boost automakers’ performance metrics

Manufacturers in the automotive industry are expected to gain better visibility on market demand and performance metrics with new solutions acquired by Epicor through its acquisition of Solenium Group and Visual SKUs. The new tools, Product Information Management (PIM) and...

CRM and Customer Experience

Workday and Compa team up to transform HR capabilities

Workday has announced a partnership with Compa, a provider of software-delivered market data, to bring Compa’s real-time market intelligence directly into Workday, helping companies make more informed pay decisions to attract and retain talent. Compa’s market intelligence will replace yearly...

Analytics and AI

Demand for industrial AI lifts IFS’ third quarter revenue

IFS experienced a 30% increase in annual recurring revenue in Q3, fueled by a significant rise in IFS Cloud adoptions and cloud revenue growth, while adding 90 new clients and enhancing its ERP and AI solutions through strategic acquisitions.

Human Capital Management

SAP WalkMe first look in SuccessFactors unveiling for 2024 and beyond

Updates to SuccessFactors HCM suite reveal first-ever glimpse within an SAP platform of the newly-acquired WalkMe, live at SuccessConnect 2024

Analytics and AI

ServiceNow taps Google Cloud’s Amit Zavery as COO

Amit Zavery, formerly Google Cloud’s VP, has been appointed President, COO, and CPO of ServiceNow, effective October 28, where he will oversee products, engineering, and operations, with a focus on business innovation.

(From left to right) Ralph Haupter, President, EMEA, Microsoft; Clare Barclay, incoming President, Enterprise & Industry, EMEA, Microsoft; Darren Hardman, incoming CEO, Microsoft UK

Analytics and AI

UK: Microsoft brings in new CEO for the AI Age

Microsoft has appointed Darren Hardman as CEO, Microsoft UK, replacing Clare Barclay who becomes president, enterprise and industry, EMEA

low angle photo of three high rise buildings in London with blue sky and clouds peaking from above | Rimini Street and ServiceNow partnership announcement

Cloud Platform and Technology

ServiceNow and Rimini Street partner to unlock value with new enterprise software model

ServiceNow and Rimini Street have expanded their partnership to introduce a new enterprise software model that aims to enhance innovation and maximize ROI on existing ERP systems through improved user experiences and AI-driven productivity, while alleviating IT burdens.

Business Process Management and Automation

Epicor enhances frontline worker solutions with Acadia acquisition

Epicor has acquired Acadia Software to enhance its industry-specific ERP solutions with the latter's Connected Worker solutions, enabling real-time insights and guidance for frontline workers to boost productivity and efficiency in the supply chain and manufacturing sectors.