Analytics and AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and analytics are indispensable in propelling digital transformation efforts, particularly influencing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). With the rapid progression of technology and computing power, organizations across various sectors are generating immense amounts of data daily, impacting ERP processes. The significance of this data lies in its potential to extract actionable insights, facilitate strategic planning, and drive innovation within the ERP framework. In this context, AI and analytics emerge as pivotal tools, facilitating the extraction of value from the vast amounts of data generated and collected across the enterprise, optimizing ERP functionalities. Analytics is commonly categorized into descriptive, prescriptive, diagnostic, and predictive types, enhancing the ERP landscape. AI algorithms contribute not only to predictive and prescriptive analytics but also empower companies to develop innovative ERP capabilities, exemplified by advancements such as Industry 4.0.

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Analytics and AI
Unlocking flexibility alongside existing Oracle tools with insightsoftware
Businesses can be seen investing in Oracle tools to improve their operations, however, they might still lack the power to reach their goals.
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Analytics and AI
Microsoft Customers Share Business Impacts of Generative AI
At Microsoft Ignite 2024 in Chicago, major organizations showcased how they are harnessing Microsoft's AI solutions, such as Copilot and Azure OpenAI Service, to transform operations, enhance customer experiences, and drive significant improvements in productivity and sustainability across various sectors, including aviation, logistics, and manufacturing.
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The biggest reveals and announcements from Amazon re:Invent 2024
At Amazon re:Invent 2024, AWS unveiled significant advancements in AI technologies, including the launch of Amazon Nova foundation models, integration of GenAI with GitLab via Amazon Q Developer, a collaboration with SAP for cloud ERP solutions, enhanced capabilities in the next generation of SageMaker and the introduction of a 'Buy with AWS' button, all aimed at solidifying AWS's position in the competitive AI and cloud services market.
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Amazon Nova models join SAP’s generative AI hub
At AWS re:Invent 2024, SAP announced the integration of Amazon's Nova generative AI models into its AI Core hub, enhancing access to advanced AI capabilities and enabling businesses to automate workflows and create customized solutions within a secure environment.
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Analytics and AI
Fostering innovation through inspiration at WEF 2025
Collaboration and networking are vital for business leaders to address enterprise challenges, which is why events like the Digital Lounge and Hackathon hosted by Data Migration International at WEF 2025 in Davos are highly anticipated for discussing key global issues and fostering innovation.
Analytics and AI
Oracle Health’s Clinical AI Agent Helps Doctors Spend More Time with Patients
Oracle Health has launched a new generative AI-based Clinical AI Agent that enhances patient-provider interactions by automating clinical workflows, improving documentation accuracy, and reducing physician burnout, leading to significant time savings and improved patient experiences.
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Analytics and AI
SplashBI unveils AI assistant to simplify SQL workflows
SplashBI's SQL Connect has launched FlashAI, a natural language processing tool for generating SQL queries, and Git Integration for seamless code management, enhancing collaboration and efficiency for SQL professionals and business users.
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IBM and AWS partner to scale responsible GenAI
IBM and AWS will reveal their collaboration at AWS re:Invent, focusing on integrating IBM Granite AI models within AWS platforms like SageMaker and Bedrock to enhance responsible AI adoption and showcase new governance and automation capabilities.
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Analytics and AI
Microsoft unveils Innovation Hub to transform Australian businesses
Microsoft has unveiled a new multi-million-dollar Innovation Hub in Australia, to empower Australian organisations to leverage the power of AI and other technologies. This new facility joins Microsoft’s global network of over 40 Innovation Hubs and marks a milestone in...
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Infor Targets Business Velocity with Added Process Mining, ESG and GenAI Capabilities
Infor has announced major updates to its CloudSuite portfolio, introducing innovations like a GenAI Assistant, process mining capabilities, and ESG Strategy Management, aimed at enhancing industry-specific software solutions to promote productivity, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.
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EY appoints Joe Depa as new CIO amidst substantial AI investments
Ernest & Young has appointed Joe Depa as the new EY Global chief innovation officer, tasked with leading the global innovation strategy and applied innovation initiatives to enhance service delivery and address business challenges amid emerging technologies.
Analytics and AI
LTIMindtree Launches ‘AI-Smart Underwriter’ Solution Powered by ServiceNow
LTIMindtree launched the AI-Smart Underwriter solution in partnership with ServiceNow to enhance insurance underwriting efficiency through data-driven insights and automation, transforming traditional practices and enabling underwriters to focus on critical decision-making.
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Salesforce launches automated AI Agent testing center
Salesforce has introduced agentic lifecycle management tools that enable businesses to automate AI agent testing, prototype in secure environments and manage usage effectively, addressing the growing need for reliable agent configurations without disrupting production systems.
Analytics and AI
Certinia expands offerings and partnerships
Certinia has announced updates to its offerings, including a significant AI-powered partnership with Salesforce as part of the Agentforce Partner Network, aiming to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction through AI agents that automate business processes.
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Analytics and AI
Accenture, Avanade and Microsoft drive AI innovation with Copilot practice
To address the increasing demand for AI transformation, Accenture and Avanade, in their joint venture with Microsoft, announced they are launching a Copilot business transformation practice to help organizations reinvent their business operations and integrate generative AI, agentic AI and...
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Analytics and AI
Inhumans in ERP: Abigail Allman on Mastering IT & AI
The 2024 Mastering ERP Summit in London on December 12 will unite ERP and AI professionals, featuring Abigail Allman who will lead sessions on strategic AI integration decisions and the ethical use of AI in business.
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SUSE launches AI platform to ensure customers’ privacy
SUSE has unveiled SUSE AI, a cloud-native platform designed to support the deployment of privacy-focused GenAI applications while ensuring security, compliance and full control for enterprises in regulated industries.
Analytics and AI
Microsoft to raise prices of Power BI licenses in 2025
Microsoft plans to increase the prices of its Power BI Pro and Premium per user licenses to $14 and $24 per month, respectively, starting April 1, 2025.
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Gen AI in manufacturing: Uncovering inefficiencies in processes
To optimize processes and enhance visibility into inefficiencies, organizations can leverage QAD’s Process Intelligence solution, which utilizes Gen AI in manufacturing processes to visualize workflows, identify root causes, and provide real-time alerts, leading to significant cost savings.
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AI in ERP: An essential focus for Epicor
Epicor's recent third quarter highlights its commitment to AI-driven digital transformation through new product launches, leadership appointments, and strategic acquisitions, aimed at enhancing ERP solutions for its manufacturing-focused clientele.
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Changing the perception of ERP in the make, move, and sell sectors
The evolution of ERP systems from record-keeping to actionable insights is driven by the integration of generative AI and large language models, enabling companies to optimize operations and enhance decision-making through automation and advanced data analytics.
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Next-level HCM expert Nadja Andersen on Mastering AI in ERP
The inaugural Mastering ERP conference on December 12, 2024, in London will unite ERP and AI professionals to explore best practices for incorporating AI in ERP systems, featuring insights from expert Nadja Andersen on critical AI concepts, ethical considerations, and enhancing customer experiences.
Analytics and AI
Demand for industrial AI lifts IFS’ third quarter revenue
IFS experienced a 30% increase in annual recurring revenue in Q3, fueled by a significant rise in IFS Cloud adoptions and cloud revenue growth, while adding 90 new clients and enhancing its ERP and AI solutions through strategic acquisitions.
Analytics and AI
ServiceNow taps Google Cloud’s Amit Zavery as COO
Amit Zavery, formerly Google Cloud’s VP, has been appointed President, COO, and CPO of ServiceNow, effective October 28, where he will oversee products, engineering, and operations, with a focus on business innovation.
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UK: Microsoft brings in new CEO for the AI Age
Microsoft has appointed Darren Hardman as CEO, Microsoft UK, replacing Clare Barclay who becomes president, enterprise and industry, EMEA
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IFS Ultimo – Building AI use cases for EAMs: ERP Today x IFS Unleashed
At the IFS Unleashed event, IFS Ultimo leaders discussed leveraging AI to enhance Enterprise Asset Management by improving failure report details for both preventive and reactive maintenance, aiming to reduce costly downtime and enhance productivity through advanced data utilization.
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Pragmatic AI: What it means for manufacturers
A recent SAP Insider survey reveals that while 40% of manufacturing organizations have no plans to adopt AI, nearly 39% are considering implementation within the next two years, driven primarily by the need to automate tasks and improve operational efficiency, highlighting a cautious yet evolving approach to AI in the industry.
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