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Clouds Loom as U.K. Firms Weigh SAP Transition Options

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Friday, April 19, 2024
Software, Networks, Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Data Management, Professional Services, Technology, Apps, Applications, ECC, Cloud, Architecture, Ecosystem, Infosys, SAP ERP, EY, TCS, AI, Research, SAP, Wipro, LTIMindtree, ISG, DXC Technology, PwC, Research report, Human voice, Customer, BTP, Head, Growth, Accenture, IBM, Voice of the customer, HCLTech, Retail

SAP is pushing companies to implement S/4HANA as it ends support for its on-premises ERP Central Component (ECC) system at the end of 2027.

Key Points: 
  • SAP is pushing companies to implement S/4HANA as it ends support for its on-premises ERP Central Component (ECC) system at the end of 2027.
  • SAP’s RISE with SAP program offers tools, services and software to help large enterprises make the transition more easily.
  • The 2024 ISG Provider Lens™ SAP Ecosystem report for the U.K. evaluates the capabilities of 37 providers across four quadrants: SAP S/4HANA System Transformation, SAP Application Managed Services, Managed Cloud Services for SAP ERP and SAP SuccessFactors HXM Partner Services.
  • The 2024 ISG Provider Lens™ SAP Ecosystem report for the U.K. is available to subscribers or for one-time purchase on this webpage .

Digital Wave Technology Expands Its Leadership Team Amidst Rapid Growth

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
Online Retail, Retail, Communications, Other Retail, Technology, Other Communications, Artificial Intelligence, Salesforce, Target Corporation, Department store, Kroger, AI, Barach, Forecasting, SAS Institute, SVP, Mercantile Stores Company, Inc., De Felice, Zebra Technologies, Pleasure, Macy's, IBM

In his role at Digital Wave Technology, Barach will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to further enhance the company’s market presence.

Key Points: 
  • In his role at Digital Wave Technology, Barach will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to further enhance the company’s market presence.
  • “Having witnessed the evolution of analytics in retail over the past two decades, I’m excited to bring my experience to Digital Wave Technology,” said Barach.
  • Their combined expertise and leadership will be instrumental as we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and accelerate our growth trajectory,” said Lori Schafer, CEO of Digital Wave Technology.
  • For more information about Digital Wave Technology and its pioneering AI solutions, please visit: www.digitalwavetechnology.com .

Looming Deadline for SAP ECC Prompts Nordic Firms to RISE

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
Professional Services, Data Analytics, Apps, Applications, Technology, Software, Consulting, Artificial Intelligence, ECC, Cloud, Ecosystem, Tietoevry, Infosys, SAP ERP, TCS, AI, Wipro, Research, ISG, DXC Technology, PwC, Automation, AMS, Tech Mahindra, Research report, Human voice, Customer, Head, SAP ECC, SAP, Accenture, IBM, Voice of the customer, HCLTech, Maple syrup

Much of that increase can be attributed to the RISE with SAP program, which offers tools, services and software to help large enterprises adopt SAP solutions, the ISG report says.

Key Points: 
  • Much of that increase can be attributed to the RISE with SAP program, which offers tools, services and software to help large enterprises adopt SAP solutions, the ISG report says.
  • SAP is pushing companies to implement S/4HANA as it ends support for its on-premises SAP ECC system at the end of 2027.
  • “Growing interest among Nordic businesses in RISE with SAP has increased demand for managed cloud services outsourcing,” said Andreas Fahr, partner and head of ISG DACH and Nordics.
  • The 2024 ISG Provider Lens™ SAP Ecosystem report for the Nordics evaluates the capabilities of 31 providers across three quadrants: SAP S/4HANA System Transformation, SAP Application Managed Services and Managed Cloud Services for SAP ERP.

Firms Adapt Procurement Strategies to Changing Conditions

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Software, Supply Chain Management, Networks, Professional Services, Data Management, Technology, Security, Retail, Transport, Other Technology, Consulting, Logistics, WNS, Infosys, TCS, AI, Wipro, Research, ISG, PwC, Risk management, Tech Mahindra, Research report, GEP, Face, Human voice, Customer, COVID-19, Organization, Accenture, IBM, Voice of the customer, HCLTech

The series of disruptions that began with the COVID-19 pandemic continues to shape companies’ procurement strategies and the services providers offer, ISG says.

Key Points: 
  • The series of disruptions that began with the COVID-19 pandemic continues to shape companies’ procurement strategies and the services providers offer, ISG says.
  • “Procurement consulting and outsourcing have changed significantly since 2022,” said Robert Stapleton, partner and Business Outsourcing Services lead for ISG.
  • Enterprises are working with providers to build procurement systems that are agile, efficient and resilient amid changing economic and geopolitical conditions.
  • The 2024 ISG Provider Lens™ global Procurement Services report evaluates the capabilities of 26 providers across three quadrants: Procurement Operations Modernization Services, Strategic Sourcing and Category Management Services and Direct Procurement Enablement and Modernization Services.

Emplifi Names Veteran Marketing Leader Susan Ganeshan as Its New CMO

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Marketing, Content Marketing, Communications, Other Communications, Digital Marketing, Cloud, CX, CMO, Social media, Social commerce, Clearwater Analytics, Qualtrics, Software as a service, WebMethods, Trust, Creativity, Growth, IBM, Social marketing, Harvest Partners, Sales

Emplifi , a leading customer engagement platform provider, today announced the appointment of Susan Ganeshan as its Chief Marketing Officer.

Key Points: 
  • Emplifi , a leading customer engagement platform provider, today announced the appointment of Susan Ganeshan as its Chief Marketing Officer.
  • As part of her new role, Ganeshan will implement strategic marketing programs that amplify the company's innovative solutions and services.
  • Before joining Emplifi, Ganeshan served as CMO for Clearwater Analytics (NYSE: CWAN), a leading provider of investment accounting SaaS solutions for institutional investors.
  • “Susan’s appointment to CMO marks a milestone for Emplifi, as she brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to our marketing organization.

Nucleus Research Releases 2024 iPaaS Technology Value Matrix

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Professional Services, Data Management, Technology, Data Analytics, Software, Consulting, SnapLogic, Organization, Expert, TIBCO, Infor, Software as a service, Cloud computing, Microsoft, MuleSoft, Boomi, Improper integral, Integration platform, SAP, IBM, Video game

Leaders in this year’s Value Matrix deliver advanced functionality without sacrificing ease-of-use at scale.

Key Points: 
  • Leaders in this year’s Value Matrix deliver advanced functionality without sacrificing ease-of-use at scale.
  • The Experts in this year’s Value Matrix are organizations that deliver value to customers with complex use cases through deep functionality and industry-specific capabilities.
  • Accelerators in this year’s Value Matrix deliver value through greater ease of use and quick implementation.
  • To download the full 2024 iPaaS Technology Value Matrix, click here .

CareDx Appoints John W. Hanna as its New President and Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Health, Surgery, Genetics, Managed Care, General Health, Cardiology, Biotechnology, Humana, Pacific Biosciences, Marketing, Transplant, Breast, Growth, NGS, Prostate cancer, Culture, Corporate development, Patient, Lung, Medicine, IBM, Liquid biopsy, Management

“John is an outstanding leader with a proven track record of building high-performing teams that deliver consistent results.

Key Points: 
  • “John is an outstanding leader with a proven track record of building high-performing teams that deliver consistent results.
  • With extensive experience in the molecular diagnostics and life sciences tools industries, John is the right executive to bring strategic leadership to CareDx to propel the company forward and capitalize on future growth opportunities,” said Michael Goldberg, CareDx Board Chairperson.
  • CareDx provides hope to patients and their families that they can live fulfilling lives knowing that we support them at every step of their journey,” said John Hanna, CareDx President and CEO.
  • Hanna previously served as Chief Executive Officer of Apton Biosystems, Inc., where he led the development of a high throughput next-generation sequencing (NGS) platform for liquid biopsy and other clinical applications.

Channel V Media Expands Content Marketing Division; Names Gabriella Bock Director of Content

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Public Relations, Investor Relations, Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Digital Marketing, Salesforce, Diebold Nixdorf, Social media, EVP, Fortinet, Software, PR, Content, Growth, Microsoft, Editorial, Stevie Awards, Coveo, CVM, T-Mobile, Pressure, Health, IBM

Bock joins Channel V Media from RETHINK Retail and will additionally oversee the agency’s website development and social media practices.

Key Points: 
  • Bock joins Channel V Media from RETHINK Retail and will additionally oversee the agency’s website development and social media practices.
  • Content has taken on an elevated role in marketing, considering the growing number of marketing channels companies have at their disposal to reach audiences.
  • With Gabriella on board, we’re confident we’ll be able to scale our unique approach to storytelling to new content types and every marketing channel that companies want to be on,” said Kieran Powell, EVP at Channel V Media.
  • Its communications and public relations expertise encompasses a range of services including media relations, content creation, media training, executive thought leadership and brand development.

Coursera Receives Industry-first Authorized Instructional Platform Designation from the American Council on Education

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Technology, Security, Software, Audio, Video, Internet, Other Education, Continuing, Training, University, Education, Transfer, ACE, American Council, Illinois Institute of Technology, Language, Learning, New Yorker, Teaching, Partnership, Meta, FAQ, ECTS, Trust, Student, IBM, Nursing

Coursera is the first online learning platform to receive the Authorized Instructional Platform designation from the American Council of Education (ACE©) for academic integrity, security, and rigor of its learning experience.

Key Points: 
  • Coursera is the first online learning platform to receive the Authorized Instructional Platform designation from the American Council of Education (ACE©) for academic integrity, security, and rigor of its learning experience.
  • This approval also boosts the market value of industry-authored courses and credentials on Coursera that have earned ACE© credit recommendations.
  • It also means that courses that obtained ACE credit recommendations off-platform will maintain their recommendations if added to the Coursera platform.
  • To learn more about content that has received ACE Credit Recommendations on Coursera, visit the FAQ page .

Corgan Moves Chicago Office to Iconic Downtown Building

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Monday, April 15, 2024
Architecture, Construction & Property, Interior Design, IBM, Research, History, Engineering, Concourse, Growth, Aviation, Interior design

Global architecture and design firm Corgan , has moved its Chicago office to AMA Plaza at 330 North Wabash (formerly known as the IBM Building).

Key Points: 
  • Global architecture and design firm Corgan , has moved its Chicago office to AMA Plaza at 330 North Wabash (formerly known as the IBM Building).
  • Our new office gives us the space to grow and provides the inspiration to our teams to create functional and beautiful spaces for our clients,” said Bob Emery, Corgan principal and director of the Chicago office.
  • Having gotten its start in Chicago in 1996, the firm is proud of its history in the city and thus has subtly incorporated the Chicago flag into its office design.
  • Corgan Chicago currently employs more than 25 people and is planning to hire approximately a dozen more this year with expected further growth.