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Samsara reveals strong revenue growth and new innovations

Samsara reported a 63% year-on-year revenue growth to $142.6 million in Q1 2023, with annual recurring revenue reaching $607.2 million and the addition of new features and partnerships to enhance its connected operations cloud offerings.

Microsoft announces Viva Sales

Microsoft has introduced Viva Sales, an AI-driven application designed to enhance sellers' customer engagement by integrating insights from Microsoft 365 and Teams, streamlining workflows, and providing personalized recommendations to expedite deal closures.

Cloud boom drives strong Q4 for Oracle

Oracle's fiscal 2022 Q4 results surpassed expectations with a 19% increase in cloud revenue to $2.9bn, contributing to total quarterly revenues of $11.8bn, while CEO Safra Catz noted a significant rise in demand for its infrastructure cloud business.

A watershed moment for cloud with SAP RISE & HPE GreenLake

SAP and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) have allied for 30 years to enhance cloud adoption through a hybrid model that allows customers to integrate on-premise solutions with public cloud services while leveraging HPE's infrastructure for optimized SAP HANA performance.

SAP’s history – fifty years and counting

What started SAP on such an illustrious journey, all those years ago back in 1972? Let’s take a dive into history to understand SAP's legacy and what the future holds.

Field service management solutions prepare for digital transformation

FSM solutions have been an important element in large enterprises’ operations. A raft of new technologies offers them the ability to streamline and improve service delivery.

The tipping point scenario for consumer product supply chains is now

Consumer product companies are facing significant challenges in their supply chains due to growing complexity and the need for cost efficiency, driven by changing consumer demands, logistical issues, and heightened competition, necessitating strategic technological investments and operational changes to maintain profitability and adaptability.

Why process leader Signavio is flourishing inside SAP

The acquisition of Signavio by SAP in 2021 underscores the critical importance of effective process management in enabling businesses to adapt to new digital models and achieve transformation efficiently, as evidenced by Signavio's success in optimizing millions of processes across diverse industries.

Discovering the unicorn – Capgemini Case Study

De Nora, a leading Italian multinational in electrode technologies and water solutions, has successfully partnered with Capgemini to implement SAP S/4HANA across its global operations, enhancing efficiency and adaptability while fostering innovation in the energy transition and green hydrogen sectors.

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

UK government launches new digital strategy

UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak has initiated the Future of Compute Review, led by AI expert Professor Zoubin Ghahramani, to assess and enhance the country's advanced computing capabilities as part of a new digital strategy aimed at fostering innovation, productivity, and addressing national challenges.

A Complete Guide to Supply Chains

A Capgemini-sponsored special report examines the challenges and advancements in supply chains and related technologies, highlighting key trends and strategies for improvement.

Salesforce redefines the shopping experience for Asda customers

Asda is leveraging Salesforce technology to undergo a digital transformation aimed at providing a personalized and seamless omnichannel shopping experience for its 18 million customers, as it separates from Walmart.

UK businesses to move from ‘just in time’ to ‘just in case’ supply chain model

New SAP research reveals that nearly all UK organizations acknowledge the need for supply chain improvements, with 84% planning to shift from the outdated 'just in time' model to a more resilient 'just in case' approach, as they grapple with severe disruptions and anticipate ongoing challenges affecting production, revenue, and employment.

IBM adds Randori to cybersecurity arsenal

IBM plans to acquire Randori to enhance its hybrid cloud strategy and AI-driven cybersecurity offerings, addressing the challenges organizations face with expanding attack surfaces amid rising cyber threats.

The Access Group hits £9.2bn valuation following £1bn investment

The Access Group has secured an additional £1bn investment from its major shareholders, Hg and TA Associates, raising its enterprise value to £9.2bn and positioning it as one of the largest UK software providers, with plans for further strategic acquisitions and international expansion.

Acumatica and CLA join forces to accelerate digital transformation for growth businesses

Acumatica has partnered with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP to provide comprehensive cloud ERP construction software to CLA's clients, facilitating their digital transformation with integrated solutions for project management and operational efficiency.

Infor and Everstream Analytics join forces

Infor has partnered with Everstream Analytics to enhance supply chain risk management by integrating Everstream's risk data with Infor Nexus, providing organizations with a comprehensive control tower for improved visibility, agility, and predictive insights into potential disruptions.

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ServiceNow acquires Hitch to help customers address talent gaps

ServiceNow has announced its acquisition of Hitch Works to integrate AI-powered skills insights into its Now Platform, enhancing employee engagement and productivity while addressing talent gaps and improving workforce planning.

HPE reports flatlining Q2 revenues despite strong orders

Hewlett Packard Enterprise reported Q2 2022 revenues of $6.7 billion, a slight increase of 0.2% year-on-year, driven by a 20% growth in orders and a 107% rise in As-a-Service orders, despite challenges such as supply chain issues and $126 million in Russia-related charges, while maintaining a gross margin of 32.4% and flat diluted earnings per share of $0.19.

Outdoor goods retailer Bradshaw Taylor chooses Microsoft Cloud

Bradshaw Taylor has adopted Microsoft Cloud and Dynamics 365 to streamline its operations across seven brands, enabling real-time order processing and improved customer service while providing a centralized platform for inventory and business data management.

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Unit4 acquires Scanmarket

Unit4 has acquired Scanmarket, enhancing its ERP and procurement capabilities to offer a comprehensive source-to-pay solution for organizations, while also aligning culturally and strategically with Scanmarket's focus on user-centered digitalization in procurement.

Salesforce announces solid set of Q1 2023 results

Salesforce reported a 24% year-on-year revenue increase to $7.41 billion for Q1 2023, with strong subscription and support revenues driving growth, and maintained a positive outlook for Q2 and the full year.

BW Energy chooses IFS to drive global oilfield development

BW Energy has selected IFS Applications ERP and EAM software to enhance global operational efficiency, manage carbon emissions, and streamline maintenance across its international oilfield production and development strategy.

Salesforce commits to investing $100m in carbon removal technologies

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Salesforce announced a $100 million investment in durable carbon credits as part of the First Movers Coalition initiative to decarbonize hard-to-abate industries, emphasizing the importance of carbon dioxide removal technologies in achieving global net-zero goals.

DSP-Explorer acquires Oracle applications partner Claremont

DSP-Explorer has completed its acquisition of UK-based Oracle applications partner Claremont, enhancing its 'Oracle Anywhere' strategy and creating a comprehensive Oracle services portfolio while positioning itself to better address current business challenges and expand its market reach.

HCL Technologies signs global digital transformation deal with VELUX

HCL Technologies has partnered with VELUX Group to implement a cloud-first, user-centric digital transformation program that modernizes their IT infrastructure and applications, enhancing agility and scalability in their global operations.

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Workday announces modest set of Q1 2023 results

Workday reported Q1 2023 total revenue of $1.43 billion, a 22.1% year-on-year increase, with subscription revenues of $1.27 billion rising 23.2%, while the company incurred an operating loss of $72.8 million and plans to create 1,000 new jobs in Dublin.