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.

NetSuite Boosts UK Business Efficiency with Expanded AI Capabilities
Oracle NetSuite has expanded its AI capabilities in the UK to enhance efficiency for businesses by introducing AI agents and generative functionalities that streamline data entry, boost productivity, and facilitate informed decision-making at no additional cost.
Tech Transformation 2025
The 2025 Tech Transformation Playbook: Lessons from Leading CIOs
In a panel discussion featuring IT leaders, key trends highlighted include business process automation as a priority for 2024, the widespread yet uneven adoption of SAP S/4HANA, the ongoing challenges of AI integration, and the critical importance of data management for successful transformations, underscoring the need for bold organizational changes and a cultural shift towards digital and data-driven methodologies.
AI
Empowering Your Business with AI: Key Features in ServiceNow’s Yokohama Release
The Yokohama release of ServiceNow introduces innovative AI features, including an AI Governance Module for secure deployment, Now Assist for ATF and eBook Generation to boost operational efficiency, and Spoke Generation along with Table Summarization to enhance integration and data insights, thereby empowering business technology decision-makers to optimize their AI initiatives.
Oracle Unveils AI Agent Studio for Fusion Cloud Applications
Oracle Unveils AI Agent Studio for Fusion Cloud Applications
Oracle has launched the AI Agent Studio for Fusion Applications, a platform enabling customers and partners to create and manage customizable AI agents to enhance enterprise productivity and streamline processes while integrating advanced features like agent templates, orchestration, and robust security.
Inetum
The Future of Digital Transformation
Insights from Intetum UK CEO Kathy Quashie 
Engineering Trust in the Heart of AI
Insights from PWC’s UK Head of AI Public Policy and Ethics.
Boomi launches AI Studio to manage the agentic AI revolution
Boomi launches AI Studio to manage the agentic AI revolution
Boomi has launched Boomi AI Studio, a vendor-agnostic platform set to be generally available in Q2 2025. It enables organizations to design, monitor, and manage AI agents securely at scale, while ensuring compliance, particularly for ERP systems.
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EY Announces AI-powered Blockchain Analyzer Tool to Bolster Vulnerability Detection
EY has launched enhanced AI capabilities for its Blockchain Analyzer's Smart Contract and Token Review tool, automating testing processes to reduce review times by over 50% and improve vulnerability detection, addressing the increasing security needs in the blockchain environment.
Mike Gannon to head Snowflake’s revenue operations
Mike Gannon to head Snowflake’s revenue operations
Snowflake has appointed Mike Gannon as Chief Revenue Officer to succeed retiring Chris Degnan, with Gannon's extensive sales leadership experience expected to drive the company's growth and enhance its platform capabilities in enterprise data solutions.
Case Study – CloudPaths and Blue.Cloud
After a failed implementation by a previous partner, CloudPaths stepped in to meet Blue.Cloud’s complex NetSuite needs, including Services Resource Planning (SRP) and Bamboo HR integration. Solutions like ARM and SuiteProjects modules delivered 100% project profitability visibility and supported rapid growth and operational efficiency.
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Ensuring Compliance with the EU AI Act with Kyriba
The EU AI Act, the world's first comprehensive AI regulation, mandates new transparency, data quality, and bias reduction standards for businesses operating in Europe, categorizing AI providers by risk level while emphasizing the need for compliance, particularly in finance applications, as companies must adapt their practices amidst rising AI investments.
How Industrial AI can Support Sustainability Goals
The webinar hosted by IFS and ERP Today will explore how Industrial AI can enhance operational efficiency and sustainability by optimizing processes, minimizing waste, and improving resource utilization, while providing best practices for integration and discussing the impact on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives.
How Industrial AI can Support Sustainability Goals
The webinar hosted by IFS and ERP Today will explore how Industrial AI can enhance operational efficiency and sustainability by optimizing processes, minimizing waste, and improving resource utilization, while providing best practices for integration and discussing the impact on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives.
AI-enabled Supply Chains
Accenture invests in Workhelix to prepare workforces for Gen AI
Accenture is strategically investing in Workhelix to enhance its LearnVantage platform for AI-driven workforce optimization and training, addressing the critical AI skills gap and preparing organizations for the future of work.
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Lineos Brings AI-Powered Efficiency to Finance Teams
Insightsoftware's new AI-driven suite, Lineos, aims to revolutionize financial planning and analysis by automating manual data tasks, allowing finance teams to focus on strategic decision-making and enhancing productivity while ensuring secure integration with existing systems.
Strategic AI
Enterprises waste millions on underused tech: WalkMe report
A new report from WalkMe highlights a significant disconnect between enterprise AI investment and employee readiness, revealing that while executives are optimistic about AI's potential, most employees feel unprepared, resulting in $104 million wasted annually due to underutilized technology and inefficiencies.
Tricentis and SAP Activate: Your pit crew for the race to S/4HANA
Tricentis and SAP Activate offer a comprehensive guide to navigating the migration journey to S/4HANA, likening it to a high-stakes race where preparation and maintenance are crucial. The white paper divides the process into five distinct phases: Discover, Prepare, Explore,...
Strategic AI
Why AI is the future of effective SAP releases
As businesses seek to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of enterprise software, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a pivotal force reshaping SAP releases. Stemming from a rich history dating back to the conceptualization of AI in the 1950s,...
The executive guide to accelerating Oracle projects with enterprise test automation
Oracle applications are highly strategic business assets and are an integral part of an enterprise’s digital transformation initiatives. But Oracle modernization projects are known for eating up resources and introducing high levels of risk.
Deploying high-impact GenAI solutions with Inetum
The integration of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) into ERP systems is rapidly transforming business operations, with a McKinsey survey showing a nearly doubled adoption rate to 65% since 2023, as companies like Inetum lead the way in providing tailored GenAI solutions to enhance decision-making, automate processes, and improve user experiences across various industries.
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How Accenture and Voltron Data Are Transforming Large-Scale Data Processing with GPU Acceleration
Accenture's investment in Voltron Data aims to revolutionize data processing for enterprises by leveraging GPU-powered solutions to eliminate bottlenecks, optimize costs, and accelerate AI and machine learning adoption, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and decision-making capabilities.
IFS appoints Matt Breslin as President, North America to drive Industrial AI growth
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.
Oracle Unveils AI Agent Studio for Fusion Cloud Applications
NTT DATA doubles down on AI-powered initiatives
NTT DATA has launched the Smart AI Agent to streamline operations and enhance productivity in manufacturing, while also partnering with Vantiq to improve disaster response capabilities through advanced AI integration.
API Management with Boomi
Boomi redefines API management to power AI-driven enterprises
Boomi has launched an integrated API Management solution within its Enterprise Platform to tackle API sprawl and enhance governance and scalability, enabling organizations to maximize AI's potential while ensuring security and operational efficiency.
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Capgemini and Additive Catchments partner for UK rivers with AI solutions
Capgemini and Additive Catchments have announced a partnership to help improve the state of UK rivers through advanced AI-driven solutions. 
NTT DATA
Esker Announces Strategic Investment from Bridgepoint
Private equity firm Bridgepoint has announced a significant investment in financial solutions provider Esker. Bridgepoint said the partnership “aims to accelerate Esker’s development strategy, leveraging our combined sector expertise to expand the brand globally and drive further innovation in the...
The AI Responsibility Gap: A Looming Threat to Business?
The AI responsibility gap: A looming threat to business?
A new study by NTT DATA reveals that the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence is outpacing the establishment of responsible governance, creating an 'AI responsibility gap' that jeopardizes trust, investment, and accountability in AI implementation among organizations.