Infor

Infor Aligns Its Agentic ERP Strategy with ‘Enterprise Resource Execution’ Framework

Infor is aligning its agentic enterprise strategy with enterprise resource execution, or ERX, a Gartner-introduced framework for ERP’s next phase that emphasizes real-time sensing, decision-making, and execution through governed AI agents and industry-specific context.

ERP Strategy and Planning

What Does It Take to Win the Next Energy ERP Cycle? SAP, Oracle, IFS, Infor Offer Different Answers

Excerpt: SAP, Oracle, IFS, and Infor are offering different answers to the next energy ERP cycle as oil, gas, utilities, renewables, and energy services companies modernize around assets, field execution, AI, and changing operating models.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Jefferson Parish Sets July 1 Go-Live for Infor Public Sector ERP

Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, is set to implement its Infor Public Sector ERP system, BRIDGE, on July 1, marking a transition from its legacy financial management system to improve operational efficiency, with a significant blackout period and new supplier portal mandates affecting finance and procurement activities.

Manufacturing Systems and Automation

Infor Index Shows AI Ambition Outpacing ERP Readiness

Infor's Enterprise AI Adoption Impact Index reveals a significant gap between organizations' AI ambitions and their actual ability to scale AI beyond initial deployments, with over half of surveyed leaders acknowledging operational challenges despite confidence in their internal capabilities.

Application Development and Integration

Infor’s April Update Sharpens CloudSuite WFM for Frontline Reality

Infor's April 2026 Cumulative Update enhances CloudSuite Workforce Management with user-friendly improvements in scheduling and time and attendance functions, aiming to boost productivity and operational efficiency for supervisors and frontline managers.

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Manufacturing Systems and Automation

Infor Expands Manufacturing Strategy with Deloitte MES Alliance and AWS AI Push

Infor expands its manufacturing strategy through a Deloitte MES alliance and AWS AI agents, connecting shop floor execution with ERP and automation at scale.

Cloud Platform and Technology

ERP Today Interview: Rick Rider

Rick Rider, SVP of product management at Infor, discusses the transformative impact of autonomous AI on ERP systems, viewing it as a beneficial evolution rather than a crisis, while emphasizing the importance of robust underlying systems and exploring the variations in U.S. and European approaches to AI.

Quality and Testing

‘The “SaaSpocalypse” Narrative is Conflating Disruption With Complete Elimination:’ Rick Rider

Infor's Rick Rider argues that rather than the "SaaSpocalypse" narrative suggesting autonomous AI will replace traditional SaaS, vertical industry-specific SaaS will actually enhance AI's reliability and precision.

Analytics and AI

Community Survey Reveals Cloud Migration Progress Alongside AI Adoption Gaps

The third annual State of the Infor Community Survey by RPI Consultants reveals that while cloud migration among Infor users is accelerating, organizations face training, process optimization and AI integration challenges.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Infor Appoints Geoff Thomas to Lead Asia Pacific and Japan Operations

Infor has appointed Geoff Thomas as SVP and general manager for Asia Pacific and Japan to enhance regional strategy and operations, signaling a commitment to growth in the APJ market through increased customer engagement, local expertise, and a robust partner ecosystem.

Automation

Construct CRM Claims One-Week ERP-to-eCommerce Rollouts for Distributors

Construct CRM has revolutionized ERP-to-eCommerce integration for distributors by reducing implementation timelines to one week through AI-driven automation and an outcome-based pricing model, enhancing digital sales channels while promising significant efficiency gains and cost savings.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Izzi Software Partners with Virtutem to Extend Valence Modernization

Izzi Software and Virtutem have partnered to offer the Valence application modernization platform, providing IBM i users a low-code alternative to vendor-supported upgrades, thus enabling incremental modernization.

Human Capital Management

Epic’s Healthcare-Native ERP, AI Gambit: Disruption or Long Game Against Major Players?

Epic's development of a healthcare-native ERP aims to integrate seamlessly with its EHR and AI features, potentially disrupting the market by consolidating operational functions while forcing health systems to reflect on their existing application frameworks, though full capabilities are not expected until 2027.

Clinical Applications

Infor Expands AWS Partnership to Speed Cloud Adoption, Deliver Industry AI at Scale

Infor is enhancing its cloud and AI initiatives through a partnership with AWS, introducing new migration offerings and AI-driven ERP solutions while prioritizing compliance with regional data requirements.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Infor Maps Modernization Path, Updates for IBM i ERP Portfolio

Infor is modernizing its IBM i ERP portfolio by introducing OS support, expanded API integration, and a next-generation UI, with plans to deliver IBM i 7.6 across its main ERP systems by 2026.

Cloud Platform and Technology

Infor, AWS research points to uneven ERP modernization and widening governance gaps

Organizations are modernizing ERP superficially, with cloud adoption outpacing essential governance and strategy, leading to inconsistent deployment, limited returns, and an urgent need for structured integration and support for achieving measurable value.

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Analytics and AI

Infor Unveils Industry-Built AI Agents to Transform Operational Workflows

Infor has launched its Built for Industry AI Agents, generative AI tools tailored for specific sectors that automate workflows and improve operational efficiency, utilizing its cloud platform on AWS to provide contextual, industry-specific solutions without the need for custom coding.

Quality and Testing

Fónua Maintains Testing Agility in Move to Infor CloudSuite with Assist from Original Software

As businesses rapidly migrate to cloud ERP, traditional testing methods struggle to keep pace with frequent updates, prompting a shift towards no-code testing platforms that enable faster, more agile quality assurance and position companies like Fónua for competitive advantage amidst growing digital transformation demands.

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Quality and Testing

Why Testing Your Unique Environment Is Critical After Infor Updates

Infor's April 2025 release introduces significant enhancements for CloudSuite customers, including advanced AI features and improved integration, but also poses risks to custom configurations that require proactive testing strategies to mitigate operational disruptions as organizations adapt to the rapid update cadence.

Cloud Platform and Technology

Beyond the Go-Live: Accelerating Value with Infor’s Velocity Suite

Infor's new Velocity Suite aims to simplify digital transformation for businesses by providing industry-specific solutions that integrate advanced technologies like AI and automation, enabling efficient operations and measurable outcomes despite challenges posed by legacy systems.

Cloud Platform and Technology

Infor Targets Business Velocity with ESG & AI Capabilities

Inside Infor's major updates to its cloud portfolio.

Analytics and AI

IFS appoints Matt Breslin as President, North America to drive Industrial AI growth

IFS has appointed Matt Breslin as President of North America to drive growth focused on Industrial AI and cloud adoption across key sectors.

ERP Strategy and Planning

Music to the ears: How Godlan streamlined Zildjian’s order entries

The operational efficiency of businesses, exemplified by Zildjian Company's successful upgrade of its ERP system to Infor Syteline, relies heavily on the speed and ease of order processing, along with a better overall operational performance.

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Supply Chain Management

Predictive procurement specialist Arkestro joins Infor Marketplace

Infor has partnered with Arkestro to enhance AI-driven procurement processes for global enterprises, enabling efficiencies and savings through predictive analytics and machine learning.

Cloud Platform and Technology

Infor to launch refreshed partner program for first time in eight years

Infor is set to launch a new partner program on January 2, 2025, marking a shift from a reseller-focused model to a cloud-modern engagement strategy that aims to enhance partner value and growth in SaaS offerings while responding to current industry trends.

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ERP Strategy and Planning

To prevent your ERP project from failing, stop undertaking an ERP Project

Chris Morton consults with Infor customers to rationalize the business benefit they can expect to realize by upgrading their business systems and processes. Chris Lewis, MAFM, MBA, and PhD candidate is a Vice President of Solution Consulting with 15 years...

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Cloud Platform and Technology

Infor’s CloudSuite portfolio updates to boost business efficiency

Infor has enhanced its CloudSuite portfolio with new process mining, ESG capabilities, and a generative AI assistant, aiming to provide industry-specific solutions that streamline operations and ensure compliance, unveiled at the 2024 Infor Velocity Summit in Las Vegas.

CRM and Customer Experience

Infor’s hospitality offering gains CX boost with ComOps

Infor, a business cloud software provider for industry specific markets, like hospitality, has recently entered into a collaboration with ComOps, a customer experience and professional service solutions provider.

Data and Data Management

Infor’s recent acquisitions place importance on data-driven decision-making

Infor has announced the acquisition of Albanero and Acumen to keep its data-driven decision-making up to par.

Manufacturing Systems and Automation

Manufacturing roadblocks: Turning challenges into opportunities

How can technological advancements in the manufacturing industry help companies meet the economic and geopolitical obstacles head on?

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Cloud Platform and Technology

Munchies and motorcycles: A fireside chat at Infor Velocity World Tour

Intersnack and Triumph Motorcycles talk sweetening their ERP systems to drive innovation at the Infor Velocity World Tour fireside chat.