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Custodia launches local AI device for sensitive data
Data Protection

Custodia launches local AI device for sensitive data

Sensitive data can stay off the cloud as Custodia's Sentinel gives executives and researchers a local AI appliance for private document analysis.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 5 days ago
MindBridge adds tools for fuller audit data analysis
Data Analytics

MindBridge adds tools for fuller audit data analysis

Audit firms facing rising transaction volumes can now review entire ledgers more quickly as MindBridge expands analytics to flag risks and patterns.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • 5 days ago
Pax8 launches managed intelligence for SMB partners
Data Protection

Pax8 launches managed intelligence for SMB partners

Partners can now monetise AI work for smaller firms as Pax8 ties services, training and governance into a recurring revenue model.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 5 days ago
NTT Data & Google Cloud expand Gemini Enterprise push
Digital Transformation

NTT Data & Google Cloud expand Gemini Enterprise push

The tie-up seeks to help firms turn AI pilots into live systems, with 5,000 experts trained and hundreds of agents planned.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 6 days ago
Litera brings Foundation 365 to Microsoft 365 Copilot
Customer Relationship Management

Litera brings Foundation 365 to Microsoft 365 Copilot

Law firms can now access client relationship data inside Microsoft 365 Copilot, a move aimed at boosting CRM use and cross-selling.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
Karbon launches Kai AI coworker for accounting firms
Software-as-a-Service

Karbon launches Kai AI coworker for accounting firms

Accounting firms could cut manual work as Karbon's early-access Kai AI uses platform data to draft tasks, insights and workflows.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week
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 • Last week
React launches trust framework for AI era leadership
Artificial Intelligence

React launches trust framework for AI era leadership

Businesses using AI now face tougher scrutiny over whether decisions, communications and management still feel human, fair and accountable.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
WatchGuard named Omdia champion for MSP cybersecurity
Digital Transformation

WatchGuard named Omdia champion for MSP cybersecurity

The ranking underscores growing demand for simpler cybersecurity platforms as MSPs consolidate vendors to cut complexity and widen services.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week
EY finds CFOs lack influence over investment choices
Data Analytics

EY finds CFOs lack influence over investment choices

Many finance chiefs still struggle to shape strategy, as EY found only a quarter lead investment calls and few are seen as value partners.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Last week
Deltek & Cognizant team up on Maconomy ERP rollouts
Digital Transformation

Deltek & Cognizant team up on Maconomy ERP rollouts

The tie-up could help project-based firms modernise ageing finance systems across the UK and Europe without disrupting operations.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
Small business tech demand lifts reseller prices in Europe
Data Protection

Small business tech demand lifts reseller prices in Europe

Smaller firms' shift towards higher-spec devices is widening Europe's pricing gap, with reseller average selling prices rising far faster than retail chains.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week

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Professional services stories

Persistent, Databricks launch AI hackathon with MSOE
Data Analytics

Persistent, Databricks launch AI hackathon with MSOE

Students at Milwaukee School of Engineering gained hands-on practice with enterprise AI tools, as firms seek graduates ready for production deployments.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 5 days ago
MYOB says Australian SMEs stay in growth territory
Supply Chain

MYOB says Australian SMEs stay in growth territory

Rising costs and weaker spending left many small firms under pressure, even as national SME activity still managed quarterly growth of 0.6%.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • 5 days ago
Multiverse & Synthesia add AI video tools for learners
Digital Transformation

Multiverse & Synthesia add AI video tools for learners

Learners across the UK will gain access to AI video creation, as employers look for practical returns from workplace training.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week
Ramp launches AI-native Stack for accountants at firms
Digital Transformation

Ramp launches AI-native Stack for accountants at firms

Accountancy firms could cut month-end close work by half on some clients, as the new system automates reconciliations, entries and reviews.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week
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 • Last week
Parloa opens London office as AI expansion gathers pace
Customer Relationship Management

Parloa opens London office as AI expansion gathers pace

London's rising AI investment is drawing Parloa into the capital as the company expands its European footprint and customer base.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Last week