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.

Implementing Cloud ERP: Codestone’s Six-Phase Approach
Cloud Platform and Technology
Unit4 Accelerates Cloud Innovation and Expands Global Reach Under New Leadership
Unit4 is enhancing its enterprise cloud solutions for people-centric organizations through strategic leadership appointments and successful cloud migrations across various sectors, while also emphasizing tailored support models and a commitment to diversity and professional development.
Verisk and Oracle Fusion Cloud
Cloud Platform and Technology
The Hidden Risks of Cloud Migration: How to Ensure a Smooth Transition with Testing
Migrating an ERP system to the cloud offers benefits such as scalability and cost savings, but poses significant risks like data integrity issues and security vulnerabilities, necessitating a structured testing strategy to ensure a smooth transition.
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Cloud Platform and Technology
IBM Acquires HashiCorp, Enhancing Hybrid Cloud and AI Capabilities
IBM has completed its acquisition of HashiCorp for $6.4 billion, aiming to enhance its hybrid cloud and AI capabilities through the integration of HashiCorp's automation and security products, ultimately helping clients optimize and secure their cloud infrastructure.
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Ambitious businesses seeking growth often face limitations from outdated ERP systems, prompting them to consider costly customizations; however, emerging no-code platforms like Nextworld offer flexible and scalable alternatives that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.
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.
Verisk and Oracle Fusion Cloud
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.
Vonage and SAP expand collaboration for AI-driven enterprise experiences
Cloud Platform and Technology
How to future-proof your Oracle testing strategy
Cloud technologies are revolutionizing our working world – including Oracle Cloud. Software testing will be an essential component of your coming Oracle migration strategy, ensuring your business continues to run as usual before, during, and after the change. Click to...
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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.
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.
Old capitol iowa city iowa building. A large building with a flag on top of it | Tyler Technologies partners with state of Iowa to modernize public safety systems
Cloud Platform and Technology
Tyler Technologies partners with state of Iowa to modernize public safety systems
The Iowa Department of Public Safety has selected Tyler Technologies to improve information sharing among public safety agencies.
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.
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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.
Oracle Cloud and WE Fashion
Cloud Platform and Technology
WE Fashion chooses Oracle Cloud to boost efficiency in omnichannel growth
Dutch retailer WE Fashion has partnered with Oracle to implement cloud solutions enhancing its omnichannel operations, optimizing inventory management, and reinforcing its sustainability commitments while aiming to improve customer shopping experiences across various platforms.
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.
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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.
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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.
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