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Cloud-based platforms cut errors at professional firms
Digital Transformation

Cloud-based platforms cut errors at professional firms

Firms using integrated cloud systems report fewer finance and budgeting errors, as pressure mounts to cut rework and overtime.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Fri, 5th Jun 2026
Coupa launches spend index with MIT Data Science Lab
Manufacturing

Coupa launches spend index with MIT Data Science Lab

Actual procurement data now points to a broad April slowdown, with all five tracked sectors posting month-on-month spend declines.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Jun 2026
OneStream launches Snowflake connector for finance data
Data Analytics

OneStream launches Snowflake connector for finance data

Poor data quality is forcing finance teams to seek more traceable inputs for AI and reporting as OneStream adds a Snowflake link.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Jun 2026
Zoom adds AI connector for sales conversation data
Software-as-a-Service

Zoom adds AI connector for sales conversation data

Revenue teams can now pull call transcripts, coaching notes and pipeline data into AI tools, reducing manual prep for forecasts and account reviews.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Jun 2026
Clean Core and governed AI enable SAP success
Hybrid Cloud

Clean Core and governed AI enable SAP success

Australian firms can avoid costly upgrade pain and AI risks by pairing Clean Core with governed data and trusted partners.

By Anthony Caruana • 5 min read • Tue, 2nd Jun 2026
Targa Telematics launches AI vehicle delivery monitoring
Digital Transformation

Targa Telematics launches AI vehicle delivery monitoring

Leasing firms could cut delays and insurance risks as new software spots delivery errors and missing paperwork before contracts begin.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Sat, 30th May 2026
Pattern launches Pi AI engine for eCommerce brands
Data Analytics

Pattern launches Pi AI engine for eCommerce brands

The platform gives brands real-time, audited automation across marketplaces, with human approval required for some actions and millions already completed.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 26th May 2026
Pattern launches Pi AI engine for eCommerce brands
Data Analytics

Pattern launches Pi AI engine for eCommerce brands

Brand partners can now automate pricing, content and inventory checks across major marketplaces as Pattern rolls out its Pi system.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd May 2026
Xero launches industry benchmarks for Asia businesses
Data Analytics

Xero launches industry benchmarks for Asia businesses

Asia-based Xero users can now compare revenue growth, margins and cash metrics with local peers to spot problems earlier.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 6 min read • Fri, 22nd May 2026
Celonis launches context model in Ikigai Labs deal
Digital Transformation

Celonis launches context model in Ikigai Labs deal

The deal aims to help firms cut AI errors by giving agents a live picture of business processes and future scenarios.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Fri, 15th May 2026
Condor launches analytics suite for life sciences finance
Data Analytics

Condor launches analytics suite for life sciences finance

The new tools give life sciences finance teams clearer trial spending forecasts and scenario planning after a USD $24 million Series A round.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 6th May 2026

Stories from Other Regions

Forecasting stories

Cellhub launches 5G grocery connectivity programme
Unified Communications

Cellhub launches 5G grocery connectivity programme

Stable store links could help grocers curb outages, prioritise tills and gather data across sites as Cellhub rolls out a 5G managed service.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 5th Jun 2026
Laurel & Dayshape join forces to cut revenue leakage
Enterprise Resource Planning

Laurel & Dayshape join forces to cut revenue leakage

Professional services firms may recover unbilled work as two software providers link planning data with automated tracking to curb margin loss.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Jun 2026
Governed choice: the key to scaling AI safely in Australian business
Data Protection

Governed choice: the key to scaling AI safely in Australian business

Many Australian firms are failing to turn AI pilots into scalable gains because scattered tools are outpacing governance and business context.

By Scott Wiltshire • 4 min read • Thu, 28th May 2026
UK firms boost cyber & AI spending, Barclays survey
Data Protection

UK firms boost cyber & AI spending, Barclays survey

Confidence in defence remains patchy as 68 per cent of UK business leaders plan higher cyber spending and 46 per cent fear new tools widen threats.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 27th May 2026
IMA launches micro-credentials for finance professionals
Data Analytics

IMA launches micro-credentials for finance professionals

Finance teams are under growing pressure to deliver sharper analysis, with new courses aimed at building AI and data skills fast.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Thu, 21st May 2026
ZyG raises USD $60 million to scale AI commerce tools
Software-as-a-Service

ZyG raises USD $60 million to scale AI commerce tools

The cash will fund ZyG OS as online merchants seek AI systems to cut acquisition costs, unify data and scale faster.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Sat, 9th May 2026
Australian firms adopt AI travel checks as bookings rise
Digital Transformation

Australian firms adopt AI travel checks as bookings rise

Australian finance teams are tightening oversight as AI tools flag risky trips before booking, following a near 10% rise in flight bookings.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Wed, 6th May 2026