Ekaterina Dudakova
News Analyst - ERP Dev Editor
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a black&white close up photo of a pack of $100 banknotes | Original Software test automation solution
Quality and Testing
Test automation may not be as expensive as you think
In the ERP sector, while test automation may appear costly compared to free tools and outsourcing, experts advise that investing in the right automation solution can prevent inefficiencies and ultimately save money by enhancing the testing process and reducing long-term burdens.
low angle photo of high-rise buildings in London | NewRocket appointment of new CEO
Business Process Management and Automation
NewRocket names Harsha Kumar as CEO
NewRocket has appointed Harsha Kumar as CEO, succeeding Gary DiOrio, with Kumar bringing extensive experience from Prodapt and Virtusa to enhance NewRocket's position in the ServiceNow ecosystem.
a graphic depicting white mountains in tech style with the words Digital Lounge @ WEF 2025 and Davos January 22 in the foreground
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.
photo of the Czech Aero Vodochody plane flying in the sky with mountains and clouds in the background | IFS Cloud x Aero
Cloud Platform and Technology
Largest Czech aircraft manufacturer chooses IFS Cloud to drive digitalization
IFS Cloud has been chosen by the largest Czech aircraft manufacturer to enhance aircraft production efficiency and transition to paperless operations by integrating it with Siemens' Teamcenter for standardized processes and improved quality.
futuristic 3D render of letters "AI" in blue colour with yellow background | IBM AWS GenAI partnership
Analytics and AI
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.
man sitting in an office with a laptop and smiling | Original Software automated testing solution
Quality and Testing
Easy software upgrade is not a dream – with automated testing, it’s already here
The Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company successfully overcame the complexities of upgrading its SAP ERP system by implementing automated testing solutions, which streamlined processes, reduced costs and minimized disruption, ultimately establishing a sustainable regression testing practice.
Salesforce graphic of an AI agent in front of a software screen and graphic mountains and trees in the background
Analytics and AI
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.
aerial shot of the Shibuya district and people crossing the street | Boomi Japan investment
Business Process Management and Automation
Boomi to invest in its commitment to Japan with SunBridge Partners
The integration and automation leader Boomi has announced an investment in Boomi KK with SunBridge Partners, a Japan/US venture capital and professional services firm, to deepen Boomi’s commitment to Japan and expand its go-to-market (GTM) tailored solutions and localized support....
photo of a phone lying on a yellow background with a white lock sign and purple background on the screen | SUSE AI platform for privacy and security
Analytics and AI
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.
photo of Westminster during sunset | SAP Sovereign Cloud launch for public sector
Cloud Platform and Technology
SAP launches Sovereign Cloud to empower the UK public sector
SAP has launched its Sovereign Cloud capabilities in the UK to provide secure and compliant localized cloud solutions for public sector organizations and regulated industries, ensuring high standards of data residency and security.
photo of a small business's sign, stating "thank you for shopping local" | Sage news announcement of the acquisition of ForceManager for SMBs
Cloud Platform and Technology
Sage acquires ForceManager to increase sales efficiency for SMBs
Sage has acquired ForceManager, enhancing its mobile management solutions for SMBs to improve sales efficiency and productivity, while also expanding its capabilities with the acquisition of supply chain technology firm Anvyl.
Human Capital Management
Happy workforce – happy business: How to streamline HRSD in seven months with Inetum
Facing challenges in HR service delivery and overwhelmed managers, Manchester Airport Group partnered with Inetum to implement a streamlined HR case management process, resulting in improved onboarding and efficiency within seven months.
woman in a red jumper swiping the payment card at a shop | NewRocket and PCI compliance
Governance, Risk, and Compliance
Achieving scalable PCI compliance beyond Excel is possible, says NewRocket
Tier 1 merchants face significant challenges in complying with PCI DSS, particularly with the new PCI 4.0 standards, necessitating a shift from manual data handling, such as spreadsheets, to integrated software solutions to enhance compliance efficiency and scalability.
low angle photo of three high rise buildings in London with blue sky and clouds peaking from above | Rimini Street and ServiceNow partnership announcement
Cloud Platform and Technology
ServiceNow and Rimini Street partner to unlock value with new enterprise software model
ServiceNow and Rimini Street have expanded their partnership to introduce a new enterprise software model that aims to enhance innovation and maximize ROI on existing ERP systems through improved user experiences and AI-driven productivity, while alleviating IT burdens.
a businessman in a suit reaching a hand for a handshake with red sparks shining across the photo | Data Migration International data migration solution for SAP S/4HANA
Data and Data Management
Magicians of Migration: Two Journeys to SAP S/4HANA Cloud
Migrating to SAP S/4HANA Cloud can present various challenges, but solutions like Data Migration International's JiVS platform have helped companies like Bühler AG and Hawle Armaturen AG effectively streamline their data migration processes, reduce costs and ensure compliance.
3D render of AI and GPU processors | Original Software testing platform powered by automation and AI
Quality and Testing
AI will not turn software testing upside down – but it can certainly help you
Despite the significant buzz around AI's potential to enhance software testing processes, experts caution that while AI can improve certain aspects of testing, it cannot fully replace traditional methods due to the complexity of systems and the challenges associated with generating and managing test data.
a handshake neon sign | UiPath and SAP partnership
Automation
UiPath and SAP to accelerate enterprise automation for SAP users
UiPath has partnered with SAP to integrate its platform with SAP Build Process Automation, allowing customers to enhance enterprise-wide automation, streamline processes and accelerate migration to the cloud.
a jet flying into the dark blue sky leaving a trail of smoke | NewRocket support for GRC solutions implementation and streamlining
Governance, Risk, and Compliance
All aboard! Reach for the stars in your GRC success
A Fortune 500 fintech company improved its governance, risk and compliance processes by partnering with NewRocket to implement ServiceNow's Vendor Risk Management Application, streamlining vendor management and reducing audit costs across its portfolio of over 7,000 vendors.
futuristic image that shows cans representing oil and gas industry in front of growth and a city | Data Migration International JiVS IMP data management solution for the energy sector
Data and Data Management
Powering up the energy sector with holistic data management
The oil and gas industry, facing challenges like regulatory compliance and market volatility, can benefit from effective data migration solutions such as JiVS IMP, which help organizations streamline operations, reduce costs and manage legacy data efficiently.
assorted labeled bottles on the shelf | Original Software automated testing solutions for UAT
Automation
How can users achieve streamlined UAT with automation?
Automated testing solutions, such as those offered by Original Software, can significantly streamline user acceptance testing (UAT) processes for organizations facing challenges in digital transformation, ultimately enhancing software quality and user satisfaction.
A Streamlined Approach to Custom Gen AI Models with NTT DATA Business Solutions
Analytics and AI
ServiceNow Xanadu brings AI Agents to Now Platform in the ‘biggest AI release to-date’
ServiceNow plans to integrate Agentic AI into its platform, introducing Now Assist Skill Kit to enable customers to create and deploy custom GenAI skills, with the first AI agents for Customer Service and IT Service Management expected to improve efficiency and workflow management across various industries starting this November.
photo of a young man looking at the laptop and smiling | NewRocket interface and taxonomy solutions and consulting
Enterprise Content Management
What do fun and creativity have to do with improved user experience and taxonomy?
The article highlights how NewRocket, a ServiceNow partner, enhances user experience for businesses by implementing custom branding and refined navigation through extensive taxonomy consulting.
fast driving race car | ORECA group partnership with IFS
Cloud Platform and Technology
Industry-specific solutions can be key to the cloud – a speedy look at motorsports
Moving to the cloud, businesses should consider industry-specific solutions to enhance operations and drive digital transformation while navigating the complexities of cloud migration.
photo of a conference room with a woman in pink jacket on stage, two cameras filming her and audience sitting | Digital Lounge at Lakeside, Data Migration International (DMI), JiVS IMP, SAP
Data and Data Management
The connecting power of ERP: How DMI’s Digital Lounge 2024 united SAP partners and users
Data Migration International recently hosted its 3rd Annual Digital Lounge event, gathering over 300 participants from various countries to explore innovative strategies and technologies for enhancing business efficiency and productivity, while emphasizing the importance of collaboration and networking in the evolution of ERP solutions.
Image of a child dreaming covered in golden stars | Make-a-Wish, Microsoft Nerdio
Application Development and Integration
Close your eyes and Make-A-Wish: the UK charity’s journey to cloud
Oliver Wilson, technology manager at Make-A-Wish, tells ERP Today about leading a “period of digital change" at the charity with Microsoft and Nerdio.
a man reading in an office filled with sunlight | automated regression testing, Original Software and CertainTeed story
Quality and Testing
Forget the chamomile tea: Automated regression testing to your sleep rescue
To handle complicated processes in an ERP system, it is crucial to have processes such as regression testing in place that aim to help mitigate risks of defects or miscalculations. Here is the story of how CertainTeed utilized automated regression testing to ensure its success.
Cloud Platform and Technology
Adding “tech” to “academic”: Oxford Uni’s story of improved reporting
Here is how SplashBI helped Oxford University transform its financial reporting systems with collaboration and teamwork.
group of white-colored AI robots answering questions on a laptop | Salesforce AI chatbot release
CRM and Customer Experience
Say goodbye to tedious tasks: Salesforce joins the AI chatbot arms race
Since the GenAI chatbot boom last year, the AI arms race is not slowing down, with CRM-giant Salesforce releasing a GenAI chatbot software of its own, Einstein Service Agent. 
Details of "Questions for the future", a socio-critical work of art that is intended to encourage people to question modern trends. Displayed at Futurium in Berlin | Clean data tools for cloud migration More4apps
Data and Data Management
High in the clouds with clean data: Achieving smooth migration with data management tools
To achieve a smooth digital transformation, there is one aspect that cannot be overlooked during that process – data cleansing.
Pump-jack mining crude oil with the sunset | ESG compliance solutions IFS
Governance, Risk, and Compliance
How to channel ESG success with monitoring solutions
In a time of growing unpredictability and complex regulatory landscape, how can organizations stay on top of their ESG compliance?
time lapse photo of a city | automation and GenAI speed concept
Automation
UiPath announces features to streamline automation with Autopilot and GenAI
UiPath, a global provider of RPA software, has announced new features, including the release of UiPath Autopilot which infuses GenAI into the UiPath Business Automation Platform to help businesses achieve better automation outcomes. 
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