May 29, 2024

I hope you had a great memorial day! Here are some interesting ERP headlines from the past few weeks.

Headlines & Trends

Epicor announces Grow portfolio to weave AI into ERP

Epicor has introduced its Grow portfolio, embedding AI into its ERP systems to enhance data insights and automation. This move includes the acquisition of Grow Inc., known for its business intelligence tools that simplify data integration and visualization. While the potential benefits for real-time decision-making and process optimization are clear, the practical implementation of such advanced AI within ERP systems remains complex. Although some envision AI-enabled ERPs autonomously managing intricate tasks, achieving this level of sophistication is still a work in progress.

Sage launches suites to drive growth for accountants and small businesses

Sage has launched two new suites, Sage for Accountants and Sage for Small Business, aimed at enhancing efficiency and productivity for SMBs and accountancy practices in the UK and Canada. Additionally, Sage is introducing Sage Copilot, a generative AI assistant to automate administrative tasks and provide real-time insights, starting in the UK in 2024.

Cool Articles

Deportivo Toluca FC Scores Financial Goals With NetSuite

Soccer teams now use NetSuite. Deportivo Toluca went with NetsSuite to integrate their finance, supply chain and customer experience workflows.

Zoho Plans to Jump into Semiconductor Game, with its $700 Million Outlay

Zoho is investing $700 million in semiconductor manufacturing in Tamil Nadu, focusing on compound semiconductors for specialized applications. This initiative is part of India's goal to become a semiconductor hub, and Zoho plans to set up a design project in Tenkasi. The project aims to leverage local expertise and contribute to India's growing semiconductor industry. This move aligns with Zoho's broader strategy to integrate software, hardware, data centers, and cloud infrastructures into its offerings.

Mando.Work

Not an article, but an interesting startup that’s looking to create a Chat GPT for Workday specific configurations.

Thought Pieces

What does customizable software actually mean?

My own blog post at Thruline! Most software companies today are customizable - but there are different levels of customizability. Don’t get caught out with what level of customizability your software has.

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