Supply Chain Management

Manufacturing Systems and Automation
SAP’s Korea AI Tour Showed Why Manufacturing AI Starts with ERP Standardization
At the SAP NOW AI Tour Korea 2026, SAP showcased Joule's capabilities in root-cause analysis for profitability and procurement, emphasizing the significance of ERP standardization and data integration for effective AI-driven operations in manufacturing.
Supply Chain Management
DeepFabric Takes Aim at the Manual Work Still Slowing Supply Chains
DeepFabric has launched its AI agent platform aimed at automating manual coordination tasks in supply chain operations, offering over 50 specialized agents that improve efficiency and reduce costs for enterprise clients, while emphasizing the importance of human oversight in the process.
Application Development and Integration
From Silos to Synchronization: How Britax Römer Unified Warehouse and ERP with Dynamics AX
Britax Römer partnered with Hitachi Solutions to integrate its external warehouse logistics with Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012, creating a seamless link between ERP and warehouse operations. The project improved stock visibility, streamlined order processing, and provided a scalable foundation for future supply chain optimization across the company’s EMEA operations.
ERP Strategy and Planning
Aurora Energy Turns to Dynamics 365 to Modernize Utility ERP
Aurora Energy has chosen Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Hitachi Solutions Asia Pacific to modernize its finance and operations platform by replacing legacy systems with a cloud-based ERP, aiming for improved governance, operational efficiency, and integration of financial management, supply chain, project operations, and AI automation.
ERP Strategy and Planning
ERP Today 2025 Awards: Transformation at Any Scale Drives Outsized SMB Impact
EPSS won the SMB Transformation Project of the Year for its impactful digital transformation in Ethiopian public health logistics, while Venture was recognized as a runner-up for its partnership project modernizing Biffa's operations with a focus on sustainability.
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Application Development and Integration
Crawford Connect Highlighting ERP’s Noisiest Supply Chain Gaps at Epicor Insights
Crawford Connect is a portal-driven platform designed to enhance collaboration among manufacturers, distributors and their suppliers and customers by streamlining processes.
ERP Strategy and Planning
Dynamics 365 Gains Momentum: Franklin Sports, Zwilling Highlight ERP Standardization and Finance Automation
Microsoft Dynamics 365 is experiencing significant growth as organizations move towards ERP standardization and process optimization, exemplified by Franklin Sports' shift to unify global operations and Zwilling Beauty Group's transition from system consolidation to process automation.
Supply Chain Management
Designing Supply Chains for Measurable ROI, Improved Automation
Many warehouses struggle with automation due to a lack of strategic alignment and defined success metrics, leading to ineffective technology investments over outdated processes, which can be mitigated by establishing clear KPIs, conducting business case assessments and ensuring data integrity.
Supply Chain Management
Acumatica Targets Supply Chain Volatility With AI Workflows, Shop Floor Precision
Acumatica's 2026 R1 release introduces AI-powered workflow tools, a Shop Floor Kiosk for real-time data capture, and enhancements for omnichannel commerce, aiming to optimize supply chain management for manufacturers, distributors and retailers.
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Analytics and AI
IFS.ai Logistics to Plug Transport Management Hole
IFS has launched IFS.ai Logistics, a new platform designed to optimize enterprise transport management by integrating AI-driven planning, automated execution, and finance-grade freight auditing within IFS Cloud, addressing the critical need for better governance in logistics costs as enterprises navigate a complex, $20 trillion logistics market.
Supply Chain Management
IFS Completes Softeon Acquisition, Expands Warehouse Management and Robotics
IFS has acquired Softeon, creating a unified platform that integrates warehouse management and robotics with enterprise planning to enhance supply chain operations and address gaps between execution and strategy.
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Manufacturing Systems and Automation
Fujifilm Acquires ETG Global to Accelerate ERP Systems Business Expansion
Fujifilm Business Innovation's acquisition of ETG Global focuses on enhancing how midmarket enterprises engage with Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP systems by creating a unified network capable of consistent implementation and support across multiple regions.
SAP S/4HANA migration in pharma
Supply Chain Management
RxERP Integrates Embedded Microtransponder Technology for Improved Pharmaceutical Traceability
RxERP and p-Chip Corporation announced a licensing agreement to embed light-activated microtransponder tags into the pharmaceutical ERP platform’s serialization workflows, enabling unit-level digital identity for Drug Supply Chain Security Act compliance and end-to-end traceability. The integration links p-Chip’s permanently embedded...
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Analytics and AI
AI’s Last-Mile Failure: Why ERP Value Breaks Down After the Investment
Organizations investing in AI within ERP systems often fail to achieve expected results not due to technology issues, but because they neglect to redesign decision-making processes and empower employees to effectively use AI insights.
Supply Chain Management
The Access Group Acquires MaxOptra to Strengthen Supply Chain ERP Portfolio
The Access Group's acquisition of MaxOptra enhances its supply chain division by integrating AI-driven route optimization for mid-market fleet operators, addressing industry-specific operational challenges as the global route optimization software market is expected to grow significantly.
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Analytics and AI
Microsoft Pitches Agentic ERP, CRM as Operating System for AI-First Enterprises
Microsoft's shift to AI-first autonomous enterprises involves agents across Dynamics 365 that interpret data, collaborate, and enhance operations by automating tasks within finance, supply chain, and CRM, emphasizing the integration of systems and intelligence for adaptive, measurable outcomes.
Supply Chain Management
Creating Supply Chain Value Through Analytics and AI
AI and analytics are transforming supply chain management by automating repetitive tasks, redefining planner roles into strategic storytellers, and providing decision intelligence to navigate disruptions.
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Supply Chain Management
Signal Chains Bring Resiliency and Predictability for Manufacturers and Distributors
We examine the concept of Signal Chains and how they provide resiliency and predictability for manufacturers.
Blue Diamond Growers
Supply Chain Management
The Power of 4: Blue Diamond’s Transformation Journey
How Blue Diamond Growers solved supply chain issues and ESG metrics.
SAP S/4HANA
Cloud Platform and Technology
DPC enhances automotive EDI with AIM AutoCOR and Epicor Kinetic
Diversified Plastics Corporation has streamlined its automotive EDI processes by implementing AIM AutoCOR with Epicor Kinetic ERP, enhancing order management, compliance, and shipping workflows through a cloud-based solution that significantly reduces trading partner integration time.
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Supply Chain Management
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.
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ERP Strategy and Planning
Microsoft Announces 2025 Release Wave 1 Plan for Dynamics 365
Microsoft's recently announced 2025 Release Wave 1 for Dynamics 365, scheduled for April to September 2025, introduces various AI-integrated enhancements aimed at improving user productivity across sales, customer service, finance, supply chain management, and business central applications, while also emphasizing the importance of thorough planning and user training for effective implementation.
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Supply Chain Management
Infor Nexus Unveils NexTrace, End-to-End Traceability Solution
Infor Nexus has introduced NexTrace, a traceability solution designed to enhance supply chain transparency and compliance in anticipation of upcoming regulations like the EU Digital Product Passport and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, by integrating AI technology, supplier ESG data, and facilitating seamless tracking from raw materials to finished products.
J.P. Morgan & Oracle Deepen ERP Integration for Finance
Supply Chain Management
Europastry Selects Blue Yonder TM Solutions to Optimize European Supply Chain
Europastry, a leader in frozen bakery products, is enhancing its supply chain efficiency and sustainability by implementing Blue Yonder’s transportation management solutions, which will optimize logistics, reduce costs, and improve customer service across its global operations.
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Supply Chain Management
KION Teams with NVIDIA and Accenture to Optimize Supply Chains with AI-Powered Robots and Digital Twins
KION GROUP AG is collaborating with Accenture and NVIDIA to enhance supply chain efficiency through AI-driven solutions and digital twins, showcasing their advancements in warehouse automation at CES.
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Supply Chain Management
Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Selects Blue Yonder to Optimize Production Operations
Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co. Ltd. will enhance its supply chain efficiency and customer satisfaction by utilizing Blue Yonder Production Planning, with the support of PwC, to optimize production processes, reduce costs, and improve asset utilization.
AWS re:Invent
Enterprise Asset Management
Innovapptive Joins AWS ISV Accelerate Program, Enhancing Global Delivery of AI-Powered Connected Worker Solutions
Innovapptive has joined the AWS ISV Accelerate Program, enhancing its AI-powered Connected Worker solutions, optimizing AWS investments for clients, streamlining access via the AWS Marketplace, and expanding its global reach through co-sell support with AWS to drive operational efficiency and connected workforce solutions.
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Manufacturing Systems and Automation
Customer Case Study: Integration Success with the QAD Industrial Transformation Platform
Beckett Air, Jel Sert, and Pharmacal successfully enhanced their manufacturing operations by integrating the QAD Industrial Transformation Platform with QAD Redzone, resulting in significant productivity improvements and better employee engagement amidst modern challenges.
J.P. Morgan & Oracle Deepen ERP Integration for Finance
Supply Chain Management
How to Address Stock Loss with Process Intelligence
Stock loss impacts various industries, from automotive to packaging. Discover how Process Intelligence can uncover inefficiencies and reduce costs.
two women walking and smiling in a warehouse | Aptean announces acquisition of Principal Logistics Technologies
Manufacturing Systems and Automation
Aptean acquires Principal Logistics Technologies for supply chain boost
Aptean has announced the acquisition of Principal Logistics Technologies (PLT), adding new capabilities to its warehouse management offerings
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