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NTT ‘inclusive core’ network technologies point to 6G era

NTT Corporation is innovating the future of networking with its All Photonic Network (APN) and inclusive core architecture, aimed at enhancing core network functionalities for the 6G/IOWN era by integrating advanced technologies like In-Network Computing and Cyber-Physical Systems to improve user experience and privacy.

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Supply Chain Management

Uncovering your superpower as a woman in the SAP world

The Empowering Women in Supply Chain Breakfast at the Mastering SAP conference highlighted the importance of women uncovering their unique strengths, embracing digital transformation, and finding their voice in a traditionally male-dominated industry.

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Service Management

Vodafone dials into Accenture’s tech and transformation services

Vodafone Group Plc is forming a strategic partnership with Accenture to enhance its shared operations, aiming for accelerated growth, improved customer service, and increased efficiencies, with Accenture investing €150m for a minority stake and the partnership expected to be finalized in spring 2024.

Application Development and Integration

Aspen reaps the benefits of STA’s ‘ITSM Connector for SAP’

Aspen Pharmacare successfully implemented STA Technologies' ITSM Connector for SAP within its SAP S/4HANA and ServiceNow environments, resulting in streamlined incident management, a 10% reduction in Helpdesk hours, and a goal to increase SAP ticket logging efficiency from 40% to 80%.

Security

Qualys CEO Thakar: A unified view of business-related risk management & remediation

Qualys, a risk management specialist in cybersecurity, unveiled its enhanced Enterprise TruRisk Platform at the 2023 Qualys Security Conference, aiming to provide organizations with a centralized approach to measure, communicate, and eliminate cyber risk through actionable insights and comprehensive tools tailored for security leaders and stakeholders.

How to choose the best ERP for Manufacturing

This guide highlights the importance of ERP systems in manufacturing, providing insights and criteria for selecting the best solutions to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.

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Unsure if you want to join the ERP party? It may change your life

Modern cloud-based ERP systems are empowering mid-sized manufacturing businesses, previously hindered by perceptions of complexity and cost, to access advanced integrated solutions, driving operational efficiency, data visibility, and growth.

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US law enforcement leverages Oracle Public Safety Services

California, Colorado, Minnesota, and Texas have chosen Oracle's public safety hardware and software suite to enhance efficiency and real-time situational awareness for law enforcement and first responders, featuring a comprehensive platform that integrates dispatch, records, and jail management systems, ultimately aiming to improve decision-making and accountability.

UiPath and SAP deepen partnership and endorsements at Forward VI

UiPath and SAP have deepened their partnership to enhance automation capabilities for enterprises, enabling efficient digital transformation and integration across SAP and non-SAP workloads, with UiPath's Automation Platform now available to SAP's customer base.

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A CIO’s dodge to IT transformation pitfalls

The TSB Bank's significant IT failure in 2018, resulting in a £48m fine and personal liability for its ex-CIO, highlights the critical importance of robust software testing and management in IT transformations to avoid serious consequences for executives.

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How to guarantee your clients are getting the most out of their ERP investment

Successful ERP implementation hinges on understanding organizational complexity, building trust, and maintaining a flexible approach to change management, ensuring that clients realize improved processes and strategic benefits.

Workday fuels future work strategies with multiple tiers of AI

At Workday Rising in San Francisco, the company introduced new generative AI capabilities aimed at streamlining enterprise planning across finance and HR, enhancing user experience and decision-making, along with a new interface for bottom-up workforce planning, automated headcount reconciliation, and a certificate program on AI and ML for Finance in collaboration with MIT Sloan Management Review.

Algolia: Why dogs need AI-powered search too

Algolia's AI-powered search platform has significantly improved revenue conversions and customer engagement for Revival Animal Health by enhancing the online shopping experience for pet owners, demonstrating the importance of digital solutions in all industries, including animal welfare.

Linux Foundation Energy powers-up & opens wider

LF Energy, a part of the Linux Foundation, is advancing open source technology to support the decarbonization of the power and utilities sector, recently achieving significant growth with new members, software releases, and research reports reflecting its commitment to innovation and collaboration in the energy transition.

How to use carbon-cleaner cloud

Cloud computing, while virtualized, has a significant environmental impact due to the energy-intensive datacenters that support it, and organizations are increasingly prioritizing sustainability by optimizing their cloud infrastructure and considering geographic factors to reduce carbon emissions.

VMware drives cloud orchestration & operations at edge

At VMware Explore 2023 in Las Vegas, the company announced the VMware Edge Cloud Orchestrator, a new technology that facilitates the deployment, management, and security of edge-native applications and infrastructure, aiming to simplify edge computing complexities for enterprises and service providers.

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Samsara research reveals operations leaders want to develop existing workers

Samsara's research indicates that over half of physical operations leaders in the UK and Ireland aim to leverage new technologies to train and reskill existing employees, with significant investments planned to address identified skill gaps in safety, digital proficiency, and sustainability.

What to expect from Infor Now 2023

Infor Now 2023, taking place in New Orleans, will focus on the evolution of Infor's platform through customer partnerships, emphasizing AI, enterprise automation, and a range of industry-specific solutions beyond just ERP.

UiPath takes AI to new altitude with Project Wingman

UiPath has launched Project Wingman, an AI-driven feature that allows users to create automations through natural language prompts, currently available in private preview to select customers.

Cohesity C-suite: We’re ‘radically simplifying’ secure data management

Cohesity is enhancing its growth strategy through new executive roles and innovations in data protection and AI-powered security, aiming to expand its multi-cloud portfolio and solidify its market position amidst increasing demand for data management solutions.

Databricks lays down pattern for deeper AI, buys MosaicML

Databricks has acquired MosaicML to enhance its generative AI capabilities, enabling customers to securely build and deploy custom large language models using their own data on the Databricks Lakehouse Platform.

Infor: Pressure points for secure code structures

To ensure secure operational workflows within ERP systems, organizations must adopt a robust security posture that emphasizes secure code foundations, microservices strategies, and proactive risk management while leveraging partnerships with hyperscalers like AWS, as highlighted by Infor's Mike Kalinowski.

Puppet by Perforce: Mastering multi-cloud misconfiguration mayhem

The increasing complexity of multi-cloud environments has led to a rise in misconfigurations and security risks, necessitating effective management strategies and compliance frameworks to mitigate vulnerabilities while accommodating necessary customizations.

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Capgemini’s research finds executives believe genAI’s benefits will outweigh the concerns

Capgemini Institute’s report found that despite risks, 74 percent of executives believe the benefits of generative AI outweigh the concerns

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Empowering midsize companies for competitive growth

More than ever before, midsize companies are venturing to evolve and thrive in the changing world of ERP. What do they need?

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Amplitude showcased its new Snowflake-native application at Snowflake Summit 2023, allowing users to access self-serve customer insights directly within their Snowflake accounts while enhancing data governance and integration capabilities.

Conquering the industry-specific data mountain: MongoDB Atlas for Industries

MongoDB, Inc. has launched MongoDB Atlas for Industries at its developer conference to provide industry-specific solutions and expertise, initially focusing on financial services, to help organizations modernize their applications and enhance customer experiences amid evolving technological demands.