Cloud Platform and Technology

Unit4 has launched Success4U, a flexible model aimed at accelerating the deployment and benefits of its ERP solutions through a 'Land, Adopt, Expand' strategy that focuses on clear success outcomes to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve user experiences for both new and existing customers.

The article debunks five misconceptions about cloud data warehouses, highlighting their ability to centralize data for real-time access, enhance analytics through better performance and security, and offer significant ROI for organizations of all sizes.

IFS achieved a 30% increase in annual recurring revenue and a 39% rise in cloud revenue in Q1 2025, driven by strong customer adoption of its Industrial AI initiatives, particularly through the IFS.ai platform, leading to a market valuation exceeding €15 billion.

Finance teams face numerous challenges including complex reporting, compliance standards, cybersecurity threats, and the need for accurate forecasting, which outdated systems cannot address; however, CloudPaths leverages NetSuite's cloud-native architecture and consultative approach to optimize compliance and operational efficiency while preparing for future advancements like AI integration.

Acumatica's Cloud ERP solution helps small and mid-market businesses streamline operations, improve productivity, and enhance decision-making. Key features include comprehensive financial management, integrated CRM, project accounting, and real-time reporting and business intelligence. The cloud-based platform offers scalability, cost savings, and automation of routine tasks, enabling businesses to grow without additional infrastructure. Customer testimonials highlight significant improvements in cash flow, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.

"When it was spun out of Hedstrom Plastics, Hedstrom Fitness, the sole distributor of BOSU kettlebell weights, balance pods, and other gear, continued to operate on Macola through its transition. But the antiquated, legacy software didn’t provide what the new company needed. Hedstrom Fitness deployed Acumatica Distribution, streamlining processes, improving inventory accuracy, and gaining insights that are helping the company thrive. KEY RESULTS • Gained a single, easy-to-use business platform with data in one system • Improved inventory management • Reduced number of accounting support people from 6 to 2 • Streamlined and reduced time to complete inventory • Improved visibility with automated accurate reporting from customizable dashboards • Brought shipping in-house, speeding order fulfillment while decreasing times out of stock • Reduced time to look up and verify orders by more than 66 percent (5 minutes to 2 or less) • Decreased fulfillment time from 4 days to same day shipping, improving customer experience • Reduced printing and paper costs"

Explore how businesses can achieve significant ROI by implementing a modern cloud ERP platform. Discover the importance of transitioning from entry-level accounting systems or legacy ERP platforms to modern solutions. Understand critical components to calculating the total cost of ownership (TCO) as well as the importance of setting goals, capturing benchmarks, and evaluating results. Learn from real-world examples and testimonials from over 60 small and midsized companies across various industries, showcasing the tangible and intangible benefits of ERP systems.

As businesses face the looming end-of-maintenance deadline for SAP ECC, the Composable Enterprise model, aided by solutions like JiVS, offers a compelling alternative by enabling data independence, reducing migration costs, and facilitating the integration of best-of-breed applications, ultimately allowing organizations to build agile IT landscapes free from legacy constraints.

Earth Day 2023 emphasizes our duty to protect the planet under the theme 'Our Power, Our Planet,' showcasing how responsible technological innovations, particularly in AI and sustainable practices exemplified by companies like IFS and Start Campus, can lead the way towards a greener future.

Manufacturers face intensified supply chain disruptions and a labor shortage, pushing them to seek stability through adaptive technologies like Rootstock's cloud-native ERP solutions, which aim to unify data, streamline operations, and integrate AI for enhanced decision-making and efficiency.

SYSPRO has appointed Leanne Taylor as its new Chief Revenue Officer to drive revenue growth, enhance customer success, and expand international reach, aligning with the company's strategic focus on cloud solutions and innovation following its acquisition by Advent.

Inoapps is strategically expanding its presence in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa by appointing Jens Lindenberg as Senior Vice President to drive growth in key markets, particularly targeting cloud-based Oracle ERP and HCM services to enhance operational efficiency for businesses across the region.

In a fast-paced business environment, mobile tools are essential for remote employees to capture and access real-time data directly from their locations, enhancing workforce empowerment, accuracy, visibility, and agility, as demonstrated by Nextworld's mobile-first solutions.

As the HR service organization migrated their CRM, they leaned on CData to easily integrate and access client information within their existing ERP.

IFS has surpassed a valuation of €15 billion driven by strong financial performance and a strategic pivot towards AI; major investors including Hg and EQT are backing the company amid rising demand for its Industrial AI solutions across key sectors like Aerospace, Energy, and Manufacturing.

At Google Cloud Next '25, the company showcased how AI is transforming various industries by enhancing operations, improving customer experiences, and driving innovation, with examples from McDonald's, Intuit, and Verizon, illustrating AI's operational integration and strategic importance.

At Google Cloud Next 2025, Google emphasized that artificial intelligence is not just a future goal but is currently transforming enterprises through accessible and integrated solutions, such as the Gemini models and Vertex AI, providing businesses with the tools and infrastructure necessary to enhance productivity, decision-making, and customer experiences.

Manchester City Council improved its project management capabilities and cost efficiencies by implementing ServiceNow's IT Business Management suite with the help of Inetum UK&I, transitioning from a limited one-dimensional platform to a cohesive, trackable system that enhances resource allocation, financial tracking, and decision-making.

Nextworld has appointed Konrad Rogers as President and COO to lead the company through a phase of rapid expansion, leveraging his extensive technology leadership experience to enhance operational efficiency, foster innovation, and deepen customer-centric partnerships while driving AI-driven advancements on their platform.

IBM is enhancing its data delivery capabilities and accelerating AI integration in ERP systems by acquiring Hakkoda Inc., a consultancy specializing in data modernization and generative AI.

Lloyds Banking Group has expanded its partnership with Oracle to adopt next-generation multicloud infrastructure solutions, migrating critical databases to Oracle Database@Azure and deploying Oracle Exadata Cloud@Customer, enhancing innovation and customer satisfaction in its digital transformation journey within the UK financial services sector.

Xpedeon, a construction ERP provider founded in Mumbai in 1994, has successfully evolved from a product-centric startup into a global entity by focusing on tailored software solutions for the construction industry and recently transitioning to a cloud-native SaaS model to enhance project management and embrace emerging technologies.

Acumatica Cloud ERP is a versatile cloud-based software that enhances business operations by providing real-time insight into financials, customer management, and overall efficiency.

Cloud ERP provides companies with internet-based access to enterprise resource planning software, allowing for real-time integration of business data across departments and enabling remote access, customization, and automation for improved operational efficiency.

Eastman Music Company improved efficiency and scalability across its 14 global businesses by implementing Acumatica Manufacturing, a cloud ERP platform that streamlined operations, enhanced inventory management, and significantly reduced processing times.

Clive Coffee enhanced its online sales and customer experience by implementing Acumatica Cloud ERP, which integrated their operations, improved financial reporting, and allowed for faster shipping, all while avoiding the need for additional staff.

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.