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Xero launches Xforce AI support for accounting firms

Accounting firms facing heavier workloads will get hands-on AI help from Xero as it tests Xforce with design partners in three markets.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Today

Fintech

Rillet opens London office to spearhead Europe push

UK and European demand is now helping to justify Rillet's first major overseas move, with the finance software firm hiring in London.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Network Infrastructure

Aleph unites Red Alpha Singapore & nuKudo in rebrand

The combined business aims to widen access to tech jobs by training candidates without traditional qualifications for employers in fast-growing fields.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week

Public Cloud

Nutanix expands partner programme to systems integrators

Partners can now earn referral rewards, renewal incentives and services support as Nutanix broadens its channel model beyond software resale.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week

Document Management

Legora to connect with iManage MCP Server for lawyers

Law firms using the tools will be able to pull governed iManage documents and past matter knowledge into Legora without weakening access controls.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week

Data Analytics

Kantata launches AI business intelligence for services

Professional services firms can now query their finance and delivery data in natural language, cutting delays that slow decisions on margins and staffing.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week

Document Management

IRIS launches AI document management for accountants

The cloud-based system could cut manual filing and searching for firms still juggling emails, portals and spreadsheets.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week

Generative AI

QorusDocs launches AI workspace for law firm pitches

Law firms could cut the time and risk in pitching work as the new system pulls approved content into shared AI drafting and review workflows.

By Regine Laguilles • 3 min read • Last week

Software-as-a-Service

Ravical raises USD $17 million seed round led by MMC

The funding will help the AI platform expand across Europe and into the US as accounting firms seek ways to grow without hiring more staff.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month

Data governance

Oracle launches AI consulting practice with OpenAI

Businesses moving beyond AI pilots will get help from Oracle's new service, which aims to speed deployment and tighten control across enterprise systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month

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Leadership

Consulting firms rethink growth as boutiques gain ground

Boutique and entrepreneur-led consultancies are forcing bigger rivals to rethink hiring, structure and growth as clients demand sharper expertise.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Today

Manufacturing

Elithea launches UK ERP research platform for buyers

Businesses can now compare ERP options without handing over contact details, as Elithea's UK platform offers free research tools and cost calculators.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Yesterday

Artificial Intelligence

Shure named leader in IDC smart conference room study

Buyers of hybrid meeting systems are placing greater weight on audio quality and manageability, boosting Shure's standing in IDC's latest review.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Digital Transformation

EY launches Studio+ Ireland team to boost AI delivery

The new unit aims to help clients turn AI pilots into everyday use while managing cost, risk and regulation, EY said.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Last week

Digital Transformation

Lifecycle Software appoints Ross Devereux as Chief Executive

The telecoms software group is shifting towards a more product-led model as it seeks to give customers greater control over platform configuration and use.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week