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Kore.ai launches AI platform for enterprise workflow automation

Mon, 24th Feb 2025
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Kore.ai has unveiled AI for Process, a no-code platform designed to revolutionise enterprise workflow automation and optimise decision-making.
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StructureFlow expands with acquisition of Blue J Diagramming

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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StructureFlow has acquired Blue J Diagramming to broaden its reach into the tax sector and enhance its visual modelling platform for professionals.
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Fargo Systems appoints new leaders to drive innovation

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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Fargo Systems has appointed John Thompson as Chairman and David Landau as Non-Executive Director, enhancing its leadership team in logistics technology.
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KPMG launches AI platform for business transformation

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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KPMG has launched KPMG Velocity, an AI-powered platform aimed at streamlining business transformation by unifying existing services and advanced technology.
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Jitterbit enhances Harmony with AI-driven NLP integration

Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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Jitterbit has unveiled AI natural language processing integration into its Harmony platform, enhancing application management through simplified, spoken commands.
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KPMG unveils AI platform to transform business strategies

Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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KPMG International has launched KPMG Velocity, an AI-enabled platform designed to streamline business transformations across technology and operational levels.
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Reconomy appoints Dodsworth, invests GBP £10m in tech

Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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Reconomy has announced the appointment of Jenny Dodsworth as its new Group Programme & Delivery Director and plans to invest over GBP £10 million in technology development.
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Amadeus appoints Carol Borg as new Chief Financial Officer

Sun, 9th Feb 2025
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Amadeus has appointed Carol Borg as Chief Financial Officer, effective 5 May, bringing over 30 years of finance expertise to the travel tech leader.
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SolarWinds to be acquired by Turn/River for USD $4.4bn

Sun, 9th Feb 2025
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SolarWinds has struck a deal to be acquired by Turn/River Capital for around USD $4.4 billion, offering shareholders a premium of 35% per share.
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UK technology heads prioritise cybersecurity in 2025

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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A report by BIE indicates UK tech leaders prioritise cybersecurity amidst business transformations, with 50% of firms having faced breaches in the last year.
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IFS reports strongest financial results for 2024

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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IFS has announced record financial results for the year ending December 31, 2024, with ARR exceeding EUR €1 billion driven by strong demand for Industrial AI solutions.
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BT Business appoints Jon James as new CEO

Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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Jon James has been appointed as CEO of BT Business, set to take the helm next month, as the company shifts focus towards the UK market.
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Ignition appoints Strickland & Foo to top executive roles

Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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Ignition has bolstered its executive leadership team with the appointments of Greg Strickland as CEO and Amy Foo as CFO, aiming for future growth.
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Pigment & Deloitte team up for AI-driven planning solutions

Mon, 27th Jan 2025
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French platform Pigment has partnered with Deloitte to deliver AI-driven planning solutions, enhancing corporate agility amid rapid market changes.
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Finance leaders cite limited budget access as growth barrier

Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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A survey by Soldo shows that 88% of UK finance leaders believe restricted budget access is hindering business growth and employee productivity.
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Citi & Barclays invest in Validis for banking innovation

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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Citi and Barclays have invested in Validis to boost banking innovation, focusing on automated data standardisation for improved lending processes.
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Codatech rebrands to Finity, unveils 'recfintech' platform

Thu, 16th Jan 2025
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Software provider Codatech has rebranded as Finity, launching a new recfintech platform to streamline recruitment payments for the temporary sector.
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Jaggaer named leader in direct spend by IDC MarketScape

Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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JAGGAER has been recognised as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape's Worldwide SaaS and Cloud-Enabled Direct Spend 2024 Vendor Assessment.
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Automation ideas to save time and free up your people

Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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A wave of automation is revolutionising company management, enhancing efficiency across accounts payable, inventory, and financial planning.
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Unit4 announces Simon Paris as new CEO

Mon, 13th Jan 2025
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Unit4 has appointed Simon Paris as its new CEO, succeeding Mike Ettling, who will depart at the end of January. Paris aims to build on the company's SaaS success.