European ERP software provider Forterro acquired alltrotec in September 2024. The acquisition aims to enhance Forterro’s ERP offerings by integrating the German company’s APS capabilities, including artificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT)- enhanced solutions. This acquisition will also benefit Abas customers and other Forterra users.
“alltrotec’s high-quality project execution and proven APS technology, combined with our recently acquired Prodaso AI capabilities, offer our customers a unique competitive edge. With this comprehensive package, we are setting new standards for efficiency and future-proofing in production,” said Marcus Pannier, Regional President Central Europe at Forterro.
This acquisition will expand Forterro’s solution portfolio and provide customers with a more comprehensive and integrated planning and execution system.
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According to SAPinsider research, AI is revolutionizing businesses by unlocking valuable insights, enhancing decision-making processes, and automating manual tasks. As AI adoption continues to expand, its impact on business efficiency and competitiveness will likely grow, marking a pivotal shift in the technological landscape.
What this means for ERP insiders
Forterro’s acquisition of alltotrec has the potential to bring considerable benefits of AI to ERP users, especially in the manufacturing sector:
- Utilizing AI for supply chain resilience: SAPinsider research indicates that 79% of companies are currently using or implementing AI in the supply chain, plan to implement AI within 24 months, or are evaluating AI for the supply chain. Forterro and alltotrec’s collaboration becomes crucial in this scenario as manufacturing organizations seek AI to enable new levels of worker productivity, improve the accuracy of demand forecasts, and streamline their logistics and operations. SAPinsider will publish a research report in February on AI in the Supply Chain that explores the key drivers for adopting AI, primary strategies companies are deploying, the critical underlying capabilities that must be in place for AI to deliver durable outcomes, and the leading technology tools and providers in this space. Take the survey today!
- Improved efficiency in production: Real-time visibility and insights on inventory levels, order status, and production schedules allow for better planning and resource allocation. Moreover, order fulfillment and customer satisfaction will improve owing to optimized scheduling that minimizes manufacturing bottlenecks and delays, thereby reducing lead times.
- An agile environment: The real-time visibility and insights into inventory levels mentioned above result in better planning, which can help manufacturers adapt swiftly to unforeseen disruptions and market demand. The integration of alltotrec’s APS capabilities with Forterro’s existing ERP solutions will also help manufacturers get a more comprehensive and integrated planning and execution system that streamlines workflows.
- Improved cost control: Higher efficiency will help users minimize waste, identify areas for cost reduction, and improve profitability.
