Forecasting

AI process mining Enterprise AI context layer

Celonis Acquires Ikigai, Launches Context Model to Give AI Agents Operational Intelligence

Celonis’ Context Model and Ikigai Labs acquisition position process intelligence as a context layer for enterprise AI agents that need to understand real workflows before they recommend or act.

Analytics and AI

US Tech Sector Lost Jobs in March, AI Enters Layoff Calculations

In March, the US tech sector lost 15,000 jobs despite a broader economic gain of 178,000 jobs, highlighting a significant divergence in labor market trends, with layoffs driven in part by AI influences and an impending shift in workforce needs.

Financial Management

Finance Forecasting in Turbulent Times: Why Traditional Planning is Failing

The shift from traditional annual budgeting to agile financial planning emphasizes continuous scenario modeling and real-time data integration, allowing companies to adapt swiftly to market fluctuations and enhance forecasting accuracy, thereby transforming finance teams into strategic partners for navigating uncertainty.