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Analytics and AI
SAP-RPT-1 Brings Tabular Foundation Models to Enterprise AI
SAP has introduced SAP-RPT-1, a tabular foundation model designed for structured enterprise data, positioning it as a complement to language models for predictive tasks inside ERP systems.
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Analytics and AI
Oracle Showcases Sovereign HR Analytics, AI-Driven Finance Automation with e& and Avis Partnerships
Oracle's deployments at e& and Avis Budget Group demonstrate its Fusion AI Data Platform and Fusion Cloud ERP/EPM as key drivers for integrating AI, analytics, and cloud infrastructure in HR analytics and finance automation, respectively, emphasizing the shift from traditional analytics to embedded AI in core workflows.
Analytics and AI
Syspro Highlights Breakthrough Year with AI-Driven Platform Modernization, Global Brand
Syspro reports significant global momentum marked by revenue and ARR growth, expansion of subscription services, and a transition to a cloud-first platform alongside the launch of a new brand.
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Analytics and AI
AI’s Hidden Dependencies: How Energy, Compute, Scale Change the Cost of AI
A new Blue Shift report shows how AI’s growing energy and compute demands are driving infrastructure costs that many enterprises have not priced in. Those pressures surface most clearly inside ERP systems.
ERP Strategy and Planning
Australian Government Weighs ERP Vendor Consolidation Ahead of TechnologyOne Renewal
The Australian Department of Industry, Science and Resources is initiating a strategic review of its multi-vendor ERP systems, led by TechnologyOne, to promote vendor consolidation and tighter integration in preparation for a mid-2026 contract renewal.
Cloud Platform and Technology
SAP Positions SAP Cloud ERP, Embedded AI to Shape Africa’s Next Enterprise Phase 
SAP is enhancing cloud and AI adoption in Africa to help organizations modernize operations and improve resilience, positioning cloud platforms and business networks as essential foundations for competitive edge, emphasizing the integration of AI for smarter enterprise processes.
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Analytics and AI
SAP’s EU AI Cloud Addresses Data Sovereignty as Regulations Tighten in Europe
SAP’s EU AI Cloud reflects how data sovereignty and regulation are reshaping where and how enterprises deploy AI in Europe.
Data and Data Management
Oracle NetSuite Emphasizes Governance, Control as AI Becomes Embedded Across ERP Platforms
Oracle NetSuite is enhancing governance and platform controls as AI transitions from experimentation to core ERP workflows, ensuring safe scalability of AI-enabled extensions across finance and operations while establishing standards for integration and certification within partner ecosystems.
Business Process Management and Automation
Construction ERP Market Projected to Reach $8.2 Billion by 2032
The global construction ERP software market is projected to reach $8.2 billion by 2032, with North America leading while Asia-Pacific shows rapid growth.
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Analytics and AI
CData, Databricks, and the Expanding MCP Ecosystem
CData has been named a Featured Launch Partner for the Model Context Protocol in the Databricks Marketplace. The launch makes CData Connect AI available inside Databricks, positioning it as infrastructure for building AI agents that need governed access to live enterprise systems.
Cloud Platform and Technology
Microsoft Sharpens Dynamics 365 ERP for Asset-as-a-Service Rental Models
Microsoft is evolving ERP through Dynamics 365 to actively manage rental operations and address fragmentation in asset utilization by introducing rental-specific capabilities that enhance workflows, financial clarity, and customer experiences in a cloud-based, AI-extended ecosystem.
Analytics and AI
Agentforce Manufacturing Addresses Labor Shortages, Operational Inefficiencies
Salesforce released Agentforce Manufacturing, a suite of AI agent templates enabling manufacturers to enhance autonomy and efficiency while mitigating labor shortages, marking a significant shift in the industry toward predictive and proactive operations.
Analytics and AI
Digital Sovereignty Is a Board-Level ‘Mandate’ in the AI Era: IBM Whitepaper
Digital sovereignty is evolving from a technical issue to a strategic priority for enterprises, driven by the need to manage AI, comply with strict government regulations on data handling, and leverage untapped data.
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Analytics and AI
Workday Research Finds AI Productivity Gains Are Lost to Rework
Workday research finds nearly 40% of AI productivity gains are lost to rework, as employees spend significant time correcting and verifying AI output, exposing gaps in how organizations measure and manage AI impact.
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Governance, Risk, and Compliance
NAVEX Top 10 Risk & Compliance Trends 2026: AI, Supply Chains, Governance Pressures Shaping the Year Ahead
NAVEX’s 2026 Risk & Compliance Trends report outlines the top 10 pressures shaping governance, AI, supply chains, and workplace culture. Discover what compliance leaders need to know to build resilient, accountable programs this year.
Analytics and AI
Syngenta Deploys SAP Cloud ERP Private, SAP Business AI to Support Data-Driven Agriculture 
Syngenta has partnered with SAP to integrate AI-driven capabilities into its operations, aiming to enhance decision-making, automate workflows, and support sustainable agriculture through advanced data analytics and ERP modernization.
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Analytics and AI
How Nonprofits Are Modernizing ERPs to Unlock AI-Driven Impact
Nonprofits are modernizing ERP platforms to support AI-driven decision-making, improve operational visibility, and strengthen governance across global programs.
Analytics and AI
Autonomous AI and Composable Architectures are Helping ERPs Transforming Energy Sector
The oil, gas and chemical industries are shifting their enterprise resource planning strategies towards autonomous operations and composable architectures, spurred by low commodity prices and increasing regulatory demands, leading to improved decision-making through AI and enhanced operational efficiencies.
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Analytics and AI
QueBIT Partners with Rillet to Deliver AI-Native ERP Solutions
QueBIT has formed a strategic partnership with Rillet to provide AI-native ERP solutions aimed at high-growth organizations, enabling faster deployments and scalable operations as alternatives to traditional ERP systems.
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Analytics and AI
TCS Acquires Coastal to Expand Salesforce and AI Consulting Capabilities
Tata Consultancy Services has acquired Coastal for $700 million, enhancing its Salesforce and AI capabilities with Coastal’s 600 professionals, thereby positioning TCS to expand its global transformation services.
Cloud Platform and Technology
Japan Cloud ERP Market Growth Expected as Digital Transformation Accelerates
Japan's cloud ERP market is set for substantial growth at a CAGR of 20.1% through 2032, fueled by government digital transformation initiatives and AI solutions, with major vendors driving deployment across manufacturing and retail sectors.
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Analytics and AI
Workday Launches Paradox ATS for Faster Frontline Hiring
Workday's integration of the AI-driven Paradox Conversational Applicant Tracking System streamlines frontline hiring by enabling mobile-first applications, drastically reducing time-to-hire to an average of 3.5 days and automating up to 90% of hiring tasks.
Analytics and AI
Oracle NetSuite Expands Partner Program to Accelerate AI Innovation
Oracle NetSuite has expanded its partner program with a new SuiteApp.AI Marketplace, enhanced developer resources, and certification pathways to accelerate AI adoption in its ecosystem, enabling partners to create AI-driven applications that integrate with core ERP workflows, while promoting faster innovation and reducing complexity for customers.
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Analytics and AI
What CData Connect AI Does for Microsoft Copilot Studio and Microsoft Agent 365
CData Connect AI adds MCP-based connectivity, context, and governance to AI agents built in Microsoft Copilot Studio and Agent 365, enabling secure access to live enterprise data at scale.
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Data and Data Management
SAP Sustainability Control Tower: New Analytics Tab Enhances Reporting
SAP has enhanced the Sustainability Control Tower with an Analytics tab in the Analyze ESG Data app, allowing detailed, customizable views of ESG metrics, facilitating compliance with EU sustainability regulations, and enabling teams to manage reporting data efficiently.
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Security
Microsoft Warns of Rising PhaaS Attacks in 365 Environments
Microsoft warns of rising internal-looking phishing in Microsoft 365, which exploit misconfigured routing and weak authentication. PhaaS platforms like Tycoon2FA automate these attacks, and hybrid email environments from cloud migrations increase risk, making enterprise inboxes more vulnerable.
Analytics and AI
The Enterprise AI Revolution Is Boring, and That Is What Makes It Work
The article advocates for 'boring AI,' which emphasizes embedding AI into back-end processes and workflows to deliver real operational value, as opposed to flashy, superficial applications that often fail to provide measurable returns.
SAP
Analytics and AI
RISE with SAP: Cloud ERP Adoption Accelerates Ahead of 2027 Deadline—SAPinsider Benchmark Report
SAPinsider’s RISE with SAP 2025 benchmark shows cloud ERP adoption accelerating as the 2027 end-of-maintenance deadline approaches. New data reveals how generative AI, security readiness, and organizational size are shaping SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private migration decisions.
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Analytics and AI
Brookfield Launches Radiant to Provide AI Infrastructure for Enterprises
Brookfield launches Radiant, a new subsidiary offering high-performance AI compute infrastructure to enterprises and developers. Leveraging renewable energy, regional data centers, and integrated land, power, and compute, Radiant aims to provide predictable, low-carbon AI workloads.
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ERP Strategy and Planning
CloudRock Acquires SuccessDay to Offer Independent Alternative to Large System Integrators
CloudRock has acquired Dutch HR-IT firm SuccessDay, expanding its European footprint. The deal combines global ERP expertise with regional advisory and AMS, offering clients integrated support across Workday, Oracle, and SAP.
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