Local Indaba Event Showcases Imminent Emerging Technology to Leverage Manufacturing Data
Infor, the industry cloud company, recently presented at the annual Manufacturing Indaba event, highlighting the potential benefits of integrating emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to make business processes intelligent and impactful.
One of the event’s speakers was Phil Lewis, Senior Vice President of Solution Consulting International (EMEA & APJ) at Infor, who discussed the importance of innovation and technology in achieving business objectives more efficiently and effectively. Lewis emphasized that Infor aims to create software that is not just industry-specific, but industry-complete, enabling companies to collect, store, manage, analyze, and report on all business-related data.
To achieve this comprehensive approach, Infor has partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) since 2014, delivering industry and technical cloud services to customers through a single platform known as Infor OS. This platform, powered by AWS, drives excellence in data strategy, intelligence, and automation capabilities.
The focus of Infor’s technological advancements lies in three key areas: composition, automation, and intelligence. In terms of composition, Infor emphasizes the importance of being modular, dynamic, flexible, and able to change rapidly. The company has been recognized as a leader in the 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant™ for Cloud ERP for Product-Centric Enterprises, indicating its commitment to building a composable architecture/framework.
Infor has also developed the Infor Data Lake, a central repository of data from various manufacturing applications and both internal and external sources. This data is readily available for AI and ML technologies to use and learn from, enabling optimized business processes and better decision-making.
Automation plays a crucial role in Infor’s strategy, with the integration of AI and ML into workflows and the introduction of the Infor Robotic Process Automation (RPA) solution. This advanced automation technology streamlines low-value, repetitive tasks, injecting intelligence to drive efficiency and flexibility.
Furthermore, Infor recognizes the importance of considering the human element in the technology transformation process. The company guides businesses in identifying their needs, understanding their desired future state, and selecting the right technology to achieve favorable outcomes.
In terms of process intelligence, Infor’s focus is on ensuring perfect business processes every time. By providing visualizations and integrating data from multiple applications, Infor empowers businesses to drive total efficiency and continuous improvement. The aim is to create self-healing processes that optimize productivity and effectiveness.
Infor’s industry-specific cloud software, designed for mission-critical enterprise applications, serves over 60,000 organizations globally. With a focus on sustainability, security, and faster time to value, Infor aims to foster lasting relationships with its customers.
As the manufacturing industry continues to evolve with emerging technologies, Infor’s comprehensive approach positions the company at the forefront of leveraging manufacturing data for intelligent and impactful business processes.
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