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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

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.

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

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.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Sage and Tractics partner to deliver cloud solution for heavy civil contractors

Sage and Tractics have partnered to integrate Sage Intacct Construction with Tractics' cloud-native platform, enhancing operations and financial management for heavy civil contractors by providing real-time project data access and streamlined business processes.

Analytics and AI

Automation Anywhere and PwC India collaborate to boost intelligent spend management

Automation Anywhere has announced a partnership with PwC India to help it enhance its Intelligent Spend Management Suite (ISMS).

Analytics and AI

NTT DATA, ITOCHU and Mistubishi leverage APN and AI for smart plant maintenance

NTT DATA, NTT COMWARE, ITOCHU Techno-Solutions, and Mitsubishi Chemical Group successfully demonstrated a smart maintenance solution using the IOWN All-Photonics Network and AI technologies, enabling real-time inspection of factory facilities with remote-controlled robots and advanced video analysis, aiming to enhance safety and efficiency in manufacturing.

a diverse group of people prepare supplies for donations | DATABASICS and Sage Intacct-powered JMT Consulting partner for non-profit efficiency

Application Development and Integration

DATABASICS and Sage Intacct-powered JMT Consulting partner for non-profit efficiency

DATABASICS has joined forces with JMT Consulting to deliver enhanced productivity to non-profit organizations.

Analytics and AI

Cognizant launches suite of agentic AI automation tools

Cognizant's new Neuro AI Multi-Agent Accelerator and Multi-Agent Service Suite enable businesses to rapidly adopt adaptable multi-agent systems that improve operational efficiency, enhance collaboration, and streamline workflows across various functions, all while addressing security and compliance needs.

Analytics and AI

Is the future agentic for ERP?

The future is agentic - or is it? Microsoft and Celonis case studies may show ERP users the truth behind the AI agent hype.

Financial Management

Atlas Salt digs into Oracle Cloud for efficiency and financial management

Atlas Salt is digging into Oracle’s project and financial management solutions to support the development of its Great Atlantic Salt deposit.

Security

Oracle and Adarga partner, pointing to UK’s possible AI future

Oracle has partnered with AI-driven information intelligence leader Adarga to deploy its Vantage software on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, enhancing defence and security operations in the UK by enabling rapid data extraction and analysis from millions of sources, while adhering to national security and sovereignty requirements.

J.P. Morgan & Oracle Deepen ERP Integration for Finance

Supply Chain Management

Europastry Selects Blue Yonder TM Solutions to Optimize European Supply Chain

Europastry, a leader in frozen bakery products, is enhancing its supply chain efficiency and sustainability by implementing Blue Yonder’s transportation management solutions, which will optimize logistics, reduce costs, and improve customer service across its global operations.

Manufacturing Systems and Automation

Capgemini and Ascendance strengthen partnership to propel decarbonized aviation

Capgemini has expanded its partnership with start-up Ascendance to advance sustainable aviation through hybrid electric propulsion technology, facilitating the transition from technology demonstrations to large-scale production, thereby addressing climate change and reshaping the aviation industry.

Enterprise Architecture

SUSE gives retail the Edge with new suite

SUSE has unveiled updates to its SUSE Edge solutions, including SUSE Edge 3.2 and SUSE Edge Suite, designed to enhance operational efficiency, security, and innovation for retailers, showcased at NRF 2025 with features like real-time fraud detection and zero touch deployment.

Business Process Management and Automation

Acumatica users to enhance business efficiency with CYBRA

CYBRA has partnered with Acumatica to integrate its RFID and label printing software with Acumatica's ERP systems, enhancing label design, inventory tracking, and operational efficiency for users while aiming to reduce shipping errors.

Human Capital Management

Oracle and Inoapps serve gastro giant with Fusion HCM

Mitchells & Butlers has chosen Oracle Fusion Cloud Human Capital Management, supported by Inoapps, to enhance employee engagement and streamline HR processes for its workforce of nearly 48,000 across the UK.

satya nadella, microsoft ceo | microsoft Q3 results

Analytics and AI

Microsoft Introduces Copilot Chat with AI Agents for 365 Customers

Microsoft has launched Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat, a pay-as-you-go AI chat service for commercial customers that enhances workforce efficiency and collaboration through GPT-4o-powered interactions, IT controls, and integration with Dynamics 365 to support a wide range of business processes and decision-making.

Cloud Platform and Technology

Oracle’s Chief Corporate Architect Edward Screven to retire in February

Edward Screven, Oracle's Executive VP and Chief Corporate Architect, will retire in February after 38 years, having led the company's technology and architecture initiatives, including its successful open-source strategy and innovations through Oracle Labs.

Financial Management

Workday Brings Zuora Monetization Suite into Financial Management Solution

Zuora has partnered with Workday to enhance financial management processes for businesses by integrating their monetization suite with Workday Financial Management, thereby improving accuracy, streamlining workflows, and supporting flexible billing models to drive growth and operational efficiency.

Supply Chain Management

Walmart and IBM accelerate last-mile delivery in new collaboration

Walmart GoLocal has partnered with IBM to integrate its last-mile delivery services into IBM Sterling Order Management, providing retailers with enhanced delivery solutions and streamlined operational workflows.

Tax Compliance

Talent shortages threaten progress in digital tax transformation, Vertex study finds

New study by Vertex has exposed critical skills gaps in tax teams that could hinder businesses' progress in tax transformation.

Cloud Platform and Technology

Epicor Prism enhances enterprise intelligence with AI for supply chains

Epicor has launched Epicor Prism, a new supply chain-focused software that utilizes vertical AI agents to enhance user experience, automate tasks, and provide actionable insights within its ERP platform, aiming to improve productivity and decision-making for organizations.