artificial intelligence

Sage CTO Aaron Harris outlining how the role of AI is changing and how transparency is critical for acceptance during Sage Future 2026.

Finance AI Trust Gap Critical as Explainability Becomes Non-Negotiable

The focus of the AI debate in finance has shifted from capability to trust and explainability, as finance leaders now demand transparent AI systems that can be trusted and understood, marking a crucial evolution in ERP platform requirements.

Analytics and AI

ERP Today 2025 Awards: AI in ERP Reaches a Turning Point

IFS.ai wins the ERP AI and Innovation of the Year Award for its deep integration of AI within core ERP systems, showcasing real-world applicability that enhances decision-making and operational performance, with Sovos recognized as runner-up for its sophisticated real-time tax compliance solution.

Analytics and AI

Syspro Betting On AI to Activate Manufacturing ERP’s Future

Syspro is transforming its ERP system into a proactive decision-support tool for manufacturers and distributors by embedding AI directly into workflows to enhance real-time validation, reduce disruptions and improve operational efficiency while maintaining governance and accountability.

Application Development and Integration

IFS Starts 2026 Strong As Industrial AI Embeds In Ops

IFS reported 25% YoY growth in annual recurring revenue to start 2026 and a shift in industrial AI usage from single-task support to integration into planning and execution processes, highlighting the company's deepening role in asset-intensive sectors.

Cloud Platform and Technology

Automation, Cloud Redrawing ERP Market Boundaries

Enterprise resource planning is evolving into an intelligent, automated framework driven by cloud technology and AI, with projected software revenue reaching $157 billion by 2033, emphasizing the critical role of ERP in automating workflows and enhancing organizational responsiveness to disruptions.

Application Development and Integration

Wipro’s Alpha Net Deal Targets AI Application Services

Wipro's acquisition of select customer contracts and teams from Alpha Net Consulting for up to $70.8 million emphasizes a shift towards providers integrating enterprise software development, data engineering and AI capabilities.

Human Capital Management

ZenaTech Targets HR SaaS In Public Sector Push

ZenaTech's acquisition of NOW Solutions, a veteran HR and payroll software provider for public sector organizations, enhances its SaaS capabilities and signifies a move towards integrated, AI-driven solutions in HR modernization.

Tax Compliance

How GenAI Fixed Withholding Tax at Scale, Improved Processes

A global agribusiness faced inefficiencies in handling withholding tax certificates in Latin America, especially in Argentina, involving time-consuming manual processes; by implementing a hybrid cloud architecture with AI-driven automation, they significantly streamlined data extraction and compliance, reducing manual errors and reclaiming analyst productivity.

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Human Capital Management

How AI Is Forcing ERP Vendors to Rethink the Human Side of Transformation

Research indicates that 88% of chief human resource officers believe AI accelerates the readiness of early-career talent, placing pressure on ERP vendors to enhance their platforms for intuitive AI experiences, while also emphasizing the need for clear governance to mitigate risks.

Financial Management

AI-Powered Finance at Accenture Sets ERP Benchmark

Accenture's finance transformation using SAP Business AI demonstrates how embedded generative AI can unlock significant cash flow and efficiency improvements for ERP organizations, providing a clear roadmap for AI-driven finance strategies amidst evolving challenges.

Analytics and AI

Kyndryl Betting Big On Agentic Service Operations

Kyndryl's Agentic Service Management framework transforms IT operations into secure, autonomous workflows, offering CIOs a structured path to scale AI-native service management while embedding governance and security protocols essential for enterprise environments.

Analytics and AI

IFS Rewrites Industrial AI Pricing Around Assets

IFS is revolutionizing Industrial AI adoption by shifting pricing from named users to the operational assets managed by customers, aiming to simplify funding and scalability for CIOs and COOs while encouraging broader deployment across industries.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Manufacturers Are Rushing ERP Modernization and Paying the Price

Manufacturers' urgency to modernize their ERP systems amid rising AI demands must prioritize careful sequencing over risky big bang implementations, as organizational readiness and data maturity are critical for successful transformation amidst growing complexity.

CRM and Customer Experience

‘The Biggest Opportunity is Moving From Reactive to Proactive Decision-Making:’ Jon Pollock

Acumatica’s 2026 R1 release introduces embedded AI into core workflows to enhance decision-making, enabling mid-market organizations to proactively manage supply chain challenges and improve operational efficiency.

Supply Chain Management

Pandora Selects Hardis WMS to Unify Global Jewelry Supply Chain

Pandora has chosen Hardis Supply Chain as its global warehouse management system partner, initiating a complex supply chain transformation across multiple regions and channels, emphasizing the need for configurable WMS solutions over rigid enterprise platforms to enhance operational efficiency and integration with SAP S/4HANA.

Analytics and AI

Oracle March Update Embeds Smarter AI Agents Into Analytics Cloud

Oracle's March 2026 update for Oracle Analytics Cloud introduces AI Data Agents to enhance decision-making by integrating enterprise data with user-friendly analytics, reducing the time from data inquiry to actionable insights and improving the consistency of KPIs across organizations.

Financial Management

The CFO’s New Mandate for AI Assurance

AI is transforming finance by automating workflows and enhancing decision-making, but CFOs remain accountable for the integrity and explainability of outcomes, necessitating strong governance and reliable data to ensure compliance.

Supply Chain Management

Survey Finds Supply Chain Preparedness Gaps

Sage's State of Supply Chain Report reveals many companies are unprepared for disruptions, emphasizing the need for improved visibility and system integration in supply chains as only half of supply chain teams are confident in their response capabilities.

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Cloud Platform and Technology

Steering Cloud ERP Migrations with Data Governance

Migrating to a modern cloud ERP system requires prioritizing high-quality data management to avoid legacy pitfalls, including early-stage data validation, strategic archiving, and creating unified golden records to ensure a successful transformation.

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Analytics and AI

AI’s Priority Shift and Impact for ERP Systems

Aptean is shifting from AI pilot projects to embedding vertical AI within ERP systems such as AppCentral 2.0, emphasizing the necessity for industry-specific intelligence to enhance decision-making, productivity, and competitive advantage for midmarket enterprises.

Analytics and AI

Adronite Secures $5 Million Series A Funding Round

Adronite's $5 million Series A funding, led by Gatemore Capital Management, marks a shift towards AI-driven codebase intelligence as essential infrastructure for large enterprises.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Global ERP Market to Double Growth Over Next Decade Due to Priority Shift

The global ERP market is evolving into a strategic backbone, projected to exceed $40.6 billion by 2033 with a 9.4% CAGR, as organizations seek unified, data-driven control across various business functions while transitioning to hybrid and cloud models.

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Financial Management

Sage Intacct Delivers AI-Powered Capabilities to Improve Financial Data Analysis

Sage Intacct's AI-powered capabilities revolutionize finance operations by enhancing period-end close management, enabling real-time performance monitoring, simplifying data handling, integrating cash analytics and providing direct access to live financial data for improved decision-making.

Enterprise Architecture

Sumner Explains Benefits of Microsoft’s Pegasus Program for i-Genie.ai

i-Genie.ai's acceptance into Microsoft's selective Pegasus Program provides the startup with critical resources, advanced AI tools and a global enterprise network that accelerates its ability to deliver actionable consumer insights and improve operational efficiencies for multinational brands.

Analytics and AI

Why Agentic AI May Succeed Where Digital Transformation Stalled

After a decade of heavy digital investment, many enterprises still struggle to translate infrastructure into measurable outcomes. A new report from Riff argues agentic AI changes the economics of delivery by narrowing the distance between expertise and action. Success now depends on how leaders redesign workflows, governance, and ownership.

Analytics and AI

IFS Launches AI-Powered Disaster Response Platform for Utilities

IFS' Nexus Black Resolve for Utilities is an AI-driven platform that enhances field service management by improving workforce coordination, automating communication and integrating predictive maintenance capabilities.

Rootstock Launches Summer ’25 Release with AI Agent, New Data Grid, and Expanded Financials

Analytics and AI

i-Genie.ai Joins Microsoft’s Pegasus Program

i-Genie.ai's acceptance into the Microsoft for Startups Pegasus Program highlights its rapid growth and provides access to advanced AI tools and a global customer network.

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Application Development and Integration

Manufacturers Struggle With AI Readiness Despite Widespread Exploration

A Redwood Software study reveals that while nearly all manufacturers are exploring AI, only 20% feel prepared to implement it at scale due to fragmented automation systems and a disconnect between investments and operational readiness.

SAP agentic AI manufacturing Hannover Messe 2026

Analytics and AI

Transforming Manufacturing Through Seamless, Strategic Integration

Syspro's partnership with SugarCRM aims to enhance manufacturing and distribution by providing precision selling capabilities through integrated ERP and CRM systems.

Data and Data Management

Manufacturing Survey Reveals AI Adoption, Digital Transformation Progress

Rootstock Software's 2026 State of Manufacturing Technology Survey reveals many manufacturers are adopting AI and investing in digital transformation despite economic uncertainties.

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.