Modernisation stories

AI pushes software sellers towards hybrid billing as usage charges jump sevenfold and finance teams face rising invoicing risk.

Energy and chemicals groups target 80% autonomous operations by 2030 as AI-led automation accelerates amid costs, labour gaps and demand.

Oracle named IDC MarketScape leader for AI-enabled embedded trade finance apps, bolstering its position in bank trade digitisation.

Unlimit appoints Irene Skrynova CEO of global payments to unify its processing, product and tech as it pivots to financial infrastructure.

Forcepoint adds ARIA AI assistant and a faster endpoint agent to Data Security Cloud to tighten policy control for generative AI workloads.

ECI acquires Drypowder to embed AI-driven AR and digital payments into its ERP platforms for construction and building materials users.

Identity management is set to dominate 2026 security agendas as HID research shows rising convergence, biometrics use and privacy scrutiny.

Mimeo has expanded UK production with a Canon varioPRINT iX3200 inkjet press, boosting speed, capacity and image quality for global clients.

The GAA has modernised its digital platform with Deltatre's FORGE system, enhancing user experience and engagement across its comprehensive sports content.

Roc Technologies and HPE Aruba Networking have upgraded the network at Alliance Manchester Business School to enhance digital experience and security for users.

China's rise in R&D spending challenges global competition norms, prompting calls for the UK to urgently reform its complex R&D tax relief system to stay competitive.

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has signed a five-year contract worth GBP £150m with Atos to enhance IT and sustainability services.

Technology leaders have praised the Chancellor's Spring Statement, urging for investment in AI and automation to unlock £45 billion in public sector savings.

Rebel Energy has teamed up with Nexer to implement Microsoft Dynamics BC, aiming to boost efficiency and support sustainable energy growth in the UK.

Experts respond positively to the UK Government's move to integrate artificial intelligence into the civil service, highlighting the need for effective governance and quality data.

UK tech leaders have welcomed the Prime Minister's pledge to reshape the state, underscoring AI's vital role in boosting public service efficiency.

Schneider Electric and on365 are upgrading Markerstudy Group's data centre infrastructure across the UK, enhancing efficiency and sustainability efforts.

Version 1 has secured a national contract with the Health Service Executive to enhance digitally enabled healthcare services across Ireland.

Nexer Enterprise Applications has been chosen by Centurion Safety Products to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365, enhancing the latter's digital operations.

Centurion Safety Products has partnered with Nexer to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP, aiming to modernise its digital operations with enhanced efficiency.