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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.

Analytics and AI

Capgemini and Additive Catchments partner for UK rivers with AI solutions

Capgemini and Additive Catchments have announced a partnership to help improve the state of UK rivers through advanced AI-driven solutions.

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.

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.

Financial Management

Air Niugini partners with Ramco Systems for payroll modernization

Air Niugini, Papua New Guinea's national airline, has announced a payroll transformation with the implementation of Ramco Systems’ platform.

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

Cloud Platform and Technology

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.

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Analytics and AI

Workday unveils new Agent System of Record to manage AI workforce

Workday has introduced the Workday Agent System of Record to centralize the management of AI agents across organizations

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.

Digital Commerce

Odoo launches Shopee connector to boost omnichannel commerce in Asia

Odoo has introduced the official Shopee Connector to its users across Asia. This integration with Shopee, Southeast Asia’s largest e-commerce platform, can allow businesses to synchronize and manage Shopee orders directly through Odoo, streamlining e-commerce operations for its 6 million...

Analytics and AI

Nextworld secures $65M funding to accelerate AI-driven ERP innovation

Nextworld has raised $65 million in Series F funding to enhance its enterprise platform's growth and innovation by expanding strategic partnerships, advancing AI capabilities, scaling market efforts, and ensuring customer success, positioning itself as a flexible alternative to traditional ERP solutions.

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Automation

Creatio and Arribatec partner to revamp CRM and workflow automation

Creatio has partnered with Arribatec to deliver innovative no-code tools that enhance efficiency and boost business growth.

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.

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Application Development and Integration

Tyler Technologies expands public sector portfolio with MyGov acquisition

Tyler Technologies has announced its acquisition of Oklahoma-based MyGov, a company serving municipalities across the US.

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Human Capital Management

Workday integrates TechWolf AI for employee skills management

Workday has announced the integration of TechWolf’s AI-powered skills intelligence across its global workforce.

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.

On Day 2 of the Acumatica Summit 2025, Vendors discussed SMBs and Cloud ERP

ERP Strategy and Planning

Acumatica Partners Chart SMB Cloud ERP Success

At the Acumatica Summit 2025, partners discussed the shift to cloud ERP for SMBs, modern solutions tailored for smaller businesses, and the importance of demonstrating AI-driven benefits.

Old capitol iowa city iowa building. A large building with a flag on top of it | Tyler Technologies partners with state of Iowa to modernize public safety systems

Cloud Platform and Technology

Tyler Technologies partners with state of Iowa to modernize public safety systems

The Iowa Department of Public Safety has selected Tyler Technologies to improve information sharing among public safety agencies.

Analytics and AI

Acumatica unveils AI-first strategy for mid-market ERP users

Acumatica unveiled its AI-first product strategy at the Acumatica Summit 2025, highlighting innovations to empower small and mid-sized businesses with secure AI tools, a new AI Studio for workflow automation, and industry-specific enhancements for improved operational efficiency.

Cloud Platform and Technology

SAP appoints Sebastian Steinhaeuser COO alongside leadership changes and strong 2024

SAP's FY2024 earnings call not only showcased strong financial performance with significant increases in cloud revenue and profitability but also revealed a new leadership structure including the appointment of Sebastian Steinhaeuser as Chief Operating Officer and the introduction of an Extended Board.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Our focus on the SMB segment is extremely intentional: John Case

During the Acumatica Summit 2025, CEO John Case showcased how strategic partnerships, notably with ADP and Shopify, along with AI innovations in Acumatica’s Cloud ERP, empower SMBs to enhance operational efficiency and achieve sustainability.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Aptean Enters into Definitive Agreement to Acquire Logility

Aptean has announced its acquisition of Logility Supply Chain Solutions for $14.30 per share in cash, aiming to enhance its AI-powered supply chain planning offerings and provide greater strategic focus and resources for Logility, which serves over 500 clients globally.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Microsoft Announces 2025 Release Wave 1 Plan for Dynamics 365

Microsoft's recently announced 2025 Release Wave 1 for Dynamics 365, scheduled for April to September 2025, introduces various AI-integrated enhancements aimed at improving user productivity across sales, customer service, finance, supply chain management, and business central applications, while also emphasizing the importance of thorough planning and user training for effective implementation.

Security

Deep Instinct blocks zero-day attacks in real time for NetApp and Amazon FSx

Deep Instinct's DSX for Cloud – Amazon FSx NetApp employs advanced AI-driven technology to deliver comprehensive, real-time security against zero-day attacks, ensuring data integrity and operational efficiency for organizations managing hybrid environments.

Analytics and AI

IBM and e& collaborate to enhance AI ethics and compliance

e& partners with IBM to create a multi-model AI governance solution aimed at enhancing AI compliance, ethical oversight, and transparency, leveraging IBM's watsonx.governance platform to address risks and optimize AI performance as part of their ongoing collaboration.

Security

NTT DATA earns Okta Workforce Identity Cloud Service Specialization in Japan

NTT DATA's Japan operations have achieved the Okta 'Workforce Identity Cloud Service Delivery Specialization,' affirming its expertise in cybersecurity and commitment to enhancing identity and access management services amidst increasing cyber threats.

ERP Strategy and Planning

IFS Surpasses €1 billion in ARR, Driven by Customer-Centric Approach and Rising Demand for Industrial AI

IFS reported its strongest financial performance in FY2024, achieving over €1 billion in Annual Recurring Revenue and total revenues of €1.228 billion, driven by a 32% YoY growth in ARR and 38% in cloud revenue, alongside a notable increase in customer satisfaction and strategic acquisitions reflecting the growing demand for Industrial AI solutions.

a landscape image of skyscrapers in Dubai | NetSuite launches UAE business innovations and eZhire collab

Cloud Platform and Technology

NetSuite launches UAE business innovations and eZhire collaboration

NetSuite has announced product updates and AI innovations designed to boost efficiency and capitalize on new opportunities in the UAE.