AI in the Supply Chain: Transformative Insights for Compliance Professionals

Compliance professionals responsible for managing risk, regulatory adherence, and organizational integrity must understand how AI technologies are being integrated into supply chains to effectively manage compliance obligations and leverage these advancements for optimal business outcomes. The integration of AI technologies within supply chain operations provides organizations with substantial advantages, including enhanced efficiency, reduced costs, and …

Remote Work Won’t Die in 2025, But It Will Get Smarter

In the early months of 2025, the debate over the future of remote work is more charged than ever. Will the coming year spell the end for remote jobs, as organizations and governments push for a return to in-person work? While some sectors may see a reduction in fully remote roles, the narrative of remote …

Picking the Right ServiceNow Implementation Partner: Why Bigger Isn’t Always Better

Whether you’re just starting your ServiceNow journey or adding to an already complex environment, choosing the right implementation partner may be the most important decision you’ll make. Unless you’re fortunate enough to have the skills and resources to go it alone, the partner you select will play a critical role in your platform’s success—or failure. …

Revolutionizing Accounting Through Automation: Bridging Finance and Tech

In the dynamic landscape of finance and accounting, professionals consistently grapple with repetitive, time-consuming processes that limit their capacity for strategic, value-driven tasks. Accounting, historically dominated by manual data entry, spreadsheet management, and rigorous compliance checks, is now experiencing a profound transformation through automation technologies. Today, automation tools and low-code platforms provide accountants and finance …

The Future of Energy Storage: How It Works, Benefits, and Challenges

Energy storage is the backbone of modern renewable energy systems, acting as a bridge between fluctuating power generation and stable electricity supply. With the accelerating adoption of solar and wind energy worldwide, storage technologies are becoming increasingly critical to ensuring reliability, efficiency, and sustainability in power systems. Understanding how energy storage works, the different technologies …

Industry 4.0: Are You Ready to Navigate the Future of Work?

The winds of change are blowing through the global workforce, driven by the transformative power of Industry 4.0. This fourth industrial revolution, fueled by automation, artificial intelligence, and interconnectedness, is reshaping how we work, where we work, and even what work itself means.  Associations and chambers of commerce have a crucial role to play in …

Emerging Trends and Securing the Future of Smart Manufacturing

Welcome to the ninth and final article of our series on manufacturing cybersecurity. This installment marks the culmination of our journey through the intricate and evolving landscape of industrial cyber protection in the era of Industry 4.0 and beyond. Throughout this series, we have navigated the complexities of cybersecurity in the manufacturing sector, a critical …

The Future Of Retail: 10 Game-Changing Trends That Will Define 2025

The retail industry is on the cusp of its most dramatic transformation yet. As someone who’s been analyzing business and technology trends for decades, I’m particularly excited about how 2025 is shaping up to be a watershed year where science fiction meets shopping reality. Let’s dive into the key trends that are redefining retail as …

Beyond the Perimeter: Using Zero Trust to Enhance Cyber Security

For digital-based businesses, the traditional castle-and-moat approach to cyber security – where trusted users roam freely within secure perimeters – is crumbling in the face of modern threats. Data breaches, sophisticated cyber attacks, and the global shift to remote work have exposed vulnerabilities in our IT environments, prompting a re-thinking of how we protect our …

The Potential of AI in ERP Software and Digital Transformations

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software has become a focal point for organizations seeking to gain a competitive edge. As CEO of Third Stage Consulting, a leading independent consultancy specializing in digital transformation and ERP implementation, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power …