Cloud ERP financials and supply chain

A platform but not as we know it - the marketplace in a software ecosystem This article is sponsored by:

An effective ecosystem can vastly expand the value of a software platform. Cameron Lackpour of Black Diamond Advisory sets out the key elements that make an ecosystem work well.

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Landmark Group uses e2open technology to boost supply chain efficiencies This article is sponsored by:

Retail and hospitality giant Landmark Group shifts from legacy systems to a cloud-based platform, producing big benefits for internal users, supply chain partners and end customers.

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The insurance industry might be flirting with AI, but it's still lagging behind in CX This article is sponsored by:

At times, the insurance industry appears to react at a glacial pace - while paying lip service to the customer experience via massive ad budgets. But is change afoot? In some segments, AI is enabling InsureTech transformation, but we're not there yet.

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FinancialForce talks up the need for joined-up processes in services organizations This article is sponsored by:

FinancialForce updates its platform with new features to help service organizations manage resources and margins across their operations - but is the industry yet ready for joined-up processes?

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AI - Clari CEO says niche is good when it comes to enterprise GPT This article is sponsored by:

A software CEO explains why limited use cases represent a sensible application of generative AI for business. But he does have concerns about the technology.

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Coupa Inspire - giving CFOs more visibility and control over spend This article is sponsored by:

At this year's Inspire conference, spend management vendor Coupa is talking up end-to-end visibility and control for the CFO.

The state of SAP - DSAG explains its position on hybrid cloud and S/4HANA feature parity This article is sponsored by:

It's a pivotal time for SAP customers, and DSAG, the German-speaking SAP user group, has a lot to say. Has DSAG's position on cloud changed? And why is on-premise feature parity their hottest topic? Grab a beverage and let's hash out my latest DSAG interview.

How non-profits can leverage technology during uncertain times This article is sponsored by:

As non-profit CFOs juggle staffing shortages and economic volatility, visibility is critical. Joan Benson digs into the latest findings from the Sage Intacct Non-profit Technology Trends Report - and shares her practical tips for strategic planning.

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Breaking down finance silos - inside Fannie Mae's General Ledger transformation project with Workday This article is sponsored by:

Workday's AI/ML Innovation Summit provided a chance to delve into notable projects - including a major Workday Financial Management initiative with Fannie Mae.

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IFS CEO Darren Roos on why enterprise software must change - "Vendors aren't focused on business outcomes" This article is sponsored by:

When Darren Roos joined IFS as CEO in 2018, he made some bold statements - so where do we stand now? Time for a gut check. We also hashed out the meaning of the IFS "Moment of Service" - and why I think IFS' digital value engineering pursuit is underrated.

"So what else can I automate?" Sage Intacct's Dan Miller on how finance leaders are responding to market changes This article is sponsored by:

Finance leaders at SMBs are facing strong headwinds, but savvy teams are claiming opportunities as well. Sage Intacct's Dan Miller shares what their customers are facing, including the impact of Silicon Valley Bank. No surprise: automation and AI play a key role.

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Will GROW with SAP mark the turning point in S/4HANA public cloud adoption? This article is sponsored by:

GROW with SAP has arrived - but will it help SAP claim midmarket cloud ERP adoption? We're about to find out. Here's my initial review - including my research on how S/4HANA Cloud fits in with SAP Industry Cloud and SAP's other SMB products.

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The future of supply chains - highlights from the ProMat show This article is sponsored by:

The ProMat show is an amazing exhibition and the 2023 show last week in Chicago was no exception. Here are my highlights.