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Manufacturers face deployment hurdles for smart technologies: SYSPRO
Manufacturers face deployment hurdles for smart technologies: SYSPRO
A SYSPRO report highlights a growing demand for AI, automation, and IIoT in manufacturing, although deployment challenges such as integration issues and workforce shortages persist, with only 12% having implemented AI despite 80% planning to allocate resources for it.
NTT DATA
Esker Announces Strategic Investment from Bridgepoint
Private equity firm Bridgepoint has announced a significant investment in financial solutions provider Esker. Bridgepoint said the partnership “aims to accelerate Esker’s development strategy, leveraging our combined sector expertise to expand the brand globally and drive further innovation in the...
The AI Responsibility Gap: A Looming Threat to Business?
The AI responsibility gap: A looming threat to business?
A new study by NTT DATA reveals that the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence is outpacing the establishment of responsible governance, creating an 'AI responsibility gap' that jeopardizes trust, investment, and accountability in AI implementation among organizations.
Google Cloud
Accenture, Google Cloud Partner on Sovereign Cloud and Gen AI in Saudi Arabia
Accenture and Google Cloud are collaborating to boost generative AI and cloud adoption in Saudi Arabia, enhancing local organizations' capabilities and economic growth while promoting digital sovereignty and talent development.
Salesforce: AI Agents Can Boost Competitive Differentiation in Financial Services
Fewer than half of consumers are fully satisfied with financial institutions, emphasizing the critical need for standout customer service and digital experiences, particularly through AI agents, to maintain loyalty as competitive pricing becomes less viable.
Nextworld secures $65M funding to accelerate AI-driven ERP innovation
Nextworld secures $65M funding to accelerate AI-driven ERP innovation
Nextworld has raised $65 million in Series F funding to enhance its enterprise platform's growth and innovation by expanding strategic partnerships, advancing AI capabilities, scaling market efforts, and ensuring customer success, positioning itself as a flexible alternative to traditional ERP solutions.
Unlocking business efficiency: NetSuite introduces new AI innovations
Unlocking business efficiency: NetSuite introduces new AI innovations
Oracle NetSuite has introduced new AI-powered features at SuiteConnect, aimed at enhancing customization, optimizing workflows, and increasing productivity through tools like generative text enhancements, a Prompt Management API, an AI-powered Configure, Price, Quote Assistant, and an AI expert system for support.
Zoho Zia Agent
Unlock the Future of AI-Driven Enterprise with Zoho’s Zia Agents
Zoho Corporation has expanded its ZIA artificial intelligence platform with the introduction of Zia Agents, Agent Studio, and Agent Marketplace, aiming to enhance business efficiency, automation, and decision-making by providing task-specific AI assistants that organizations can customize and deploy across its suite of applications.
Deloitte and ServiceNow
How Deloitte and ServiceNow’s 2025 Workflow Automation Outlook Guides ERP Users
Deloitte and ServiceNow's fourth annual 'Workflow Automation Outlook' emphasizes the necessity for organizations to adopt tailored, industry-specific automation and AI solutions across all functions to enhance competitiveness, streamline operations, and foster a culture of continuous innovation.
JiVS Hackathon at WEF
DMI’s JiVS Hackathon at WEF Demonstrates AI’s Potential for Streamlining ERP Migrations
Data Migration International Group's inaugural JiVS Hackathon during the 2025 World Economic Forum highlighted innovative AI solutions for real-world challenges, with the winning team creating an image recognition system to assess avalanche risks, while demonstrating the potential for AI to streamline data migration, enhance productivity, and address practical business issues.
CEO Bill McDermott | ServiceNow sees “tailwind of growth” with GenAI in Q3 23 success
ServiceNow and Google Cloud Expand Partnership to Deliver AI-powered Tools to Millions of Users
ServiceNow and Google Cloud have expanded their partnership to integrate ServiceNow's platform and workflows with Google Cloud, enabling AI-driven transformation across enterprise technology, enhancing data accessibility and workflows, with new AI-powered solutions set to launch by 2025.
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Oracle AI Agents Help Transform Supply Chain Workflows
Oracle has introduced new role-based AI agents within Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM, set for release in January 2025, to automate routine supply chain tasks, enhance productivity, and enable professionals to focus on strategic initiatives, thus transforming operational efficiency across various supply chain functions.
Mimecast Incydr defends ERPs against Gen AI data risks
Security for innovation: Mimecast Incydr’s defense against DeepSeek and other Gen AI data risks
The rapid growth of generative AI tools like DeepSeek presents significant data security risks for organizations, necessitating enhanced protective measures such as Mimecast's Incydr platform to safeguard intellectual property while promoting safe and effective AI adoption.
On Day 2 of the Acumatica Summit 2025, Vendors discussed SMBs and Cloud ERP
Acumatica Partners Chart SMB Cloud ERP Success
At the Acumatica Summit 2025, partners discussed the shift to cloud ERP for SMBs, modern solutions tailored for smaller businesses, and the importance of demonstrating AI-driven benefits.
On Day 2 of the Acumatica Summit 2025, Vendors discussed SMBs and Cloud ERP
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.
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ATB Financial Deploys Gemini for Google Workspace to 5,000+ Employees
ATB Financial has successfully deployed Google's Gemini for Workspace to over 5,000 employees, leveraging generative AI to enhance productivity and streamline workflows across tools like Gmail, Docs, and Sheets, following a successful pilot that demonstrated significant time savings and improved efficiency.
SAP
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.
The AI Responsibility Gap: A Looming Threat to Business?
Innovation in focus: How AI is shaping the future for ERP users
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing business operations by automating tasks, enhancing decision-making, and improving user experiences, though its efficacy is challenged by data dependencies, integration complexities, and ethical concerns, necessitating a balanced approach.
Marc Benioff, CEO | Salesforce FY23
SharkNinja Powers Up Global Customer Service with Salesforce Agentforce
Salesforce has partnered with SharkNinja to implement Agentforce and Commerce Cloud, aiming to enhance personalized customer service through autonomous AI agents while facilitating global growth and improving customer engagement across various markets.
Acumatica Summit 2025
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.
How Wolters Kluwer leverages AI for transforming GRC Solutions
Wolters Kluwer is integrating AI across its products to enhance Governance, Risk, and Compliance capabilities, with innovations like AI-driven legal research, contract management tools, and compliance solutions that streamline processes, boost productivity, and empower informed decision-making for professionals in various industries.
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.
Wipro Rishad Premji
Wipro’s Rishad Premji: AI success hinges on reskilling
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, leaders underscored the necessity of reskilling employees to fully leverage AI's transformative potential, emphasizing that successful AI adoption is closely linked to workforce readiness and a proactive approach to building an AI-capable workforce.
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.
IFS
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.
QAD Process Intelligence
Gen AI in manufacturing: Finding value with Process Intelligence
As AI adoption accelerates, its integration with business expertise, particularly through tools like Process Intelligence, is crucial for organizations to enhance efficiency and mitigate inventory losses, ultimately improving profit margins.
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Adobe and Microsoft AI collaborate to enhance ERP functionality
Adobe and Microsoft have partnered to integrate advanced AI tools into Microsoft applications, enhancing workflows for ERP users by allowing seamless data access and project management capabilities to optimize operational efficiency in modern business environments.
NTT DATA
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.
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Wayfair and Google Cloud Expand Partnership to Transform Online Retail with Gemini
Wayfair has expanded its partnership with Google Cloud to enhance its product catalog and employee collaboration using AI technologies, resulting in significant efficiency improvements, cost savings, and a better shopping experience.
Cognizant
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.