Cloud Platform and Technology

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) integrates smoothly with cloud platforms, representing a pragmatic evolution in technology. The collaboration between ERP and cloud technology offers practical advantages, including scalability, accessibility, and agility for businesses. This combination enables real-time collaboration, data analytics, and improved security. Embracing the cloud allows ERP systems to adapt dynamically to changing business needs. Cloud-based ERP solutions offer efficient resource utilization, cost-effectiveness, and swift deployment, contributing to operational efficiency. In the current landscape of digital transformation, the integration of ERP with cloud technology serves as a practical strategy, ensuring businesses remain adaptable, competitive, and technologically proficient.

Strategic AI
Cloud Platform and Technology
Your business has big growth goals. Could your ERP be standing in the way?
Ambitious businesses seeking growth often face limitations from outdated ERP systems, prompting them to consider costly customizations; however, emerging no-code platforms like Nextworld offer flexible and scalable alternatives that enhance agility, reduce costs, and support long-term growth.
NTT DATA Business Solutions Gets SAP Certification for Finance Accelerated Package
Cloud Platform and Technology
NTT DATA Business Solutions gets SAP certification for Finance Accelerated package
NTT DATA Business Solutions has achieved SAP-qualified partner packaged solution certification for its Finance Accelerated for GROW with SAP, a scalable financial solution designed to aid high-growth businesses by leveraging SAP S/4HANA Cloud and industry best practices, promising rapid implementation and enhanced operational efficiency through advanced analytics and automation.
IFS Industrial AI
Cloud Platform and Technology
IFS appoints Hannes Liebe as President of APJMEA
IFS has appointed Hannes Liebe as President of APJMEA to drive growth and strengthen partnerships in the region, succeeding Vincent Carvalho, amid the company's significant momentum and investment in Industrial AI capabilities for enhanced ERP solutions.
Nextworld Appoints Konrad Rogers as President and COO
Cloud Platform and Technology
Oracle & Microsoft expand multi-cloud capabilities for government agencies
Oracle has launched Oracle US Gov West and Azure US Gov Arizona regions for its Interconnect with Microsoft Azure, enhancing government agencies' multi-cloud capabilities through cost-effective, high-performance solutions, and seamless integration with Oracle Autonomous Database and Azure services.
California road with palms
Cloud Platform and Technology
SoftwareOne expands modernization partnership with United Ways of California
SoftwareOne has announced an expanded partnership with United Ways of California to enhance operations of the 211 hotline.
Amazon AWS and DXC Technology
Cloud Platform and Technology
AWS Aims to Speed Cloud Adoption with Trust Center
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched the AWS Trust Center, a comprehensive online resource that provides essential security insights, compliance certifications, and real-time updates to enhance transparency and trust for customers transitioning to cloud-based systems, addressing key security concerns that influence cloud adoption.
Cloud Platform and Technology
The Future of Digital Transformation: Insights from Inetum UK CEO
In 2024, Inetum appointed Kathy Quashie as CEO for the UKI and Growing Markets, strengthened its position as a global ServiceNow partner through the acquisition of Unifii, and focused on scaling its presence while addressing the challenges of digital transformation and AI integration for clients.
NTT DATA
Cloud Platform and Technology
Oracle Expands Cloud Offering to Support EU Data Sovereignty
Oracle's Fusion Cloud Applications Suite is now available on Oracle EU Sovereign Cloud, allowing EU organizations to store sensitive data and applications in compliance with strict regional data privacy regulations, thereby enhancing their ability to adopt AI-driven solutions securely.
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.
IFS Valuation Soars Past €15 B on Major Investment & Strong Growth
Analytics and AI
IFS spreads its wings in the Middle East
IFS has announced a strategic partnership with Saudi Business Machines to expand its presence in the Middle East, particularly Saudi Arabia, while also optimizing operations for TIM Aerospace with its EmpowerMX software, underscoring the company's commitment to enhancing industrial AI solutions and modernizing MRO operations.
Google Cloud | CEO Sundar Pichai
Cloud Platform and Technology
ATB Financial Deploys Gemini for Google Workspace to 5,000+ Employees
ATB Financial has successfully deployed Google's Gemini for Workspace to over 5,000 employees, leveraging generative AI to enhance productivity and streamline workflows across tools like Gmail, Docs, and Sheets, following a successful pilot that demonstrated significant time savings and improved efficiency.
SAP
Cloud Platform and Technology
SAP appoints Sebastian Steinhaeuser COO alongside leadership changes and strong 2024
SAP's FY2024 earnings call not only showcased strong financial performance with significant increases in cloud revenue and profitability but also revealed a new leadership structure including the appointment of Sebastian Steinhaeuser as Chief Operating Officer and the introduction of an Extended Board.
a landscape image of skyscrapers in Dubai | NetSuite launches UAE business innovations and eZhire collab
Cloud Platform and Technology
NetSuite launches UAE business innovations and eZhire collaboration
NetSuite has announced product updates and AI innovations designed to boost efficiency and capitalize on new opportunities in the UAE.
Datacor
Business Process Management and Automation
Digital transformation: Why it matters for the food and beverage industry
The food and beverage industry faces pressing challenges from outdated legacy systems that hinder compliance and efficiency, significantly pushing the need for digital transformation and the adoption of modern ERP solutions to meet new regulations and improve operations through enhanced data accuracy, automation, and sustainability initiatives.
Implementing Cloud ERP: Codestone’s Six-Phase Approach
Cloud Platform and Technology
NetApp Sells Spot FinOps Platform to Flexera for $100 Million
NetApp's sale of its Spot by NetApp FinOps business to Flexera for $100 million indicates a strategic shift towards cybersecurity and AI, prompting CIOs and senior leaders to reevaluate their cloud management strategies and focus on integrated solutions amidst evolving industry demands.
IBM building | IBM earns AWS Generative AI Competency award
Cloud Platform and Technology
IBM raises Oracle public sector reach with Applications Software Technology deal
IBM intends to acquire Applications Software Technology LLC, enhancing its Oracle cloud solutions expertise for public sector clients and building on its previous acquisition of Accelalpha to drive digital transformation across North America, the UK, and Ireland.
NTT DATA
Cloud Platform and Technology
What’s driving the move of vertical markets to the Cloud
Acumatica has reported a significant trend of businesses transitioning from basic accounting software to its cloud-based ERP solutions, demonstrating marked improvements in operational efficiency, financial visibility, and overall growth through various case studies across different sectors.
Screven Oracle
Cloud Platform and Technology
Oracle’s Chief Corporate Architect Edward Screven to retire in February
Edward Screven, Oracle's Executive VP and Chief Corporate Architect, will retire in February after 38 years, having led the company's technology and architecture initiatives, including its successful open-source strategy and innovations through Oracle Labs.
Epicor
Cloud Platform and Technology
Epicor Prism enhances enterprise intelligence with AI for supply chains
Epicor has launched Epicor Prism, a new supply chain-focused software that utilizes vertical AI agents to enhance user experience, automate tasks, and provide actionable insights within its ERP platform, aiming to improve productivity and decision-making for organizations.
Cloud Platform and Technology
Oracle brings “Xstore Factor” to retail in 2025
Oracle has launched an enhanced version of Xstore Point of Service, featuring a redesigned architecture and a mobile-friendly interface, enabling retailers to streamline operations and improve customer experiences through intuitive workflows and advanced data processing capabilities.
image of City of Tampa, Florida
Cloud Platform and Technology
From Legacy Systems to Real-Time Insights: How SplashBI Empowered Tampa’s Transition to Oracle Cloud
The City of Tampa successfully transitioned to Oracle Fusion Cloud with the help of SplashBI, which provided over 500 pre-built and custom reports, enhancing transparency, operational efficiency, and enabling the use of real-time analytics for better decision-making.
Business Process Management and Automation
Transforming Customer Service: A Retailer’s Success with Inetum – 98% Call Deflection Achieved
Inetum UK has significantly improved a multinational retailer's Service Management system by replacing an outdated tool with the ServiceNow platform, resulting in 98% call deflection, enhanced user experience, and streamlined operations, thereby solidifying Inetum's role as a key partner in the retailer's digital transformation journey.
Google to Acquire Wiz for $32 Billion in Cloud Security Push
Analytics and AI
Google Cloud helps scale AI image generation amid rapid surge of user growth
Google Cloud has teamed up with Australian AI firm Leonardo.AI, recently acquired by Canva, to enhance its image generation capabilities for a rapidly growing user base of 29 million, aiming to improve infrastructure efficiency and introduce advanced features like Flow State for iterative image refinement.
Image of AWS office/ What we've learnt from day one of AWS' re:Inforce
Cloud Platform and Technology
AWS Launches Infrastructure Region in APAC, Plans US$5 Billion Thailand Investment
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched the AWS Asia Pacific (Thailand) Region to enhance cloud service availability, support Thailand’s digital transformation, create over 11,000 jobs, and invest more than US$5 billion in the country.
Installation of the gantry module on the Johan Castberg turret | Inside Equinor’s Next-Gen ERP project with SAP
Cloud Platform and Technology
Inside Equinor’s Next-Gen ERP project with SAP
With all of its business processes running on SAP, Equinor embarked on a Next-Gen Project - a transition to S4/ HANA, to make an impact. 
Analytics and AI
Google Cloud announces new retail solutions ahead of NRF 2025
Google Cloud has unveiled AI advancements for retailers through Google Agentspace, enhancing workforce productivity, improving product discovery with Vertex AI Search, and enabling connected store solutions ahead of NRF 2025 to tackle industry challenges.
Cloud Platform and Technology
Unit4 appoints new CEO for cloud ERP mission, Simon Paris
Unit4 appoints Simon Paris as CEO to succeed Mike Ettling, who led a successful cloud transformation, positioning the company for continued growth in the Cloud ERP market, with plans to reach €1 billion in revenue.
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