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What was the key takeaway from SAP Sapphire 2026, SAP’s annual global conference? AI is no longer a future discussion. It is becoming part of everyday business operations.   From finance and procurement to supply chain and reporting, AI is being embedded directly into ERP platforms.   One of the biggest announcements was SAP’s partnership with Anthropic, bringing Claude’s reasoning capabilities into SAP’s AI ecosystem and Joule agents.   But the real takeaway?   AI is not the differentiator anymore.   The differentiator is the systems behind it, including your ERP and broader business systems, and the data within them.   Because AI will not fix broken processes or fragmented data. It will amplify them.   For growing organisations, the focus is shifting from “how do we use AI?” to “are our systems and data ready for it?”   We unpacked the key announcements and what they mean here: https://lnkd.in/gZv2yvWx   #SAP #SAPSapphire #CloudERP #BusinessAI #ERP #ArtificialIntelligence

Food and beverage businesses are under more pressure than ever.   Rising costs, supply chain disruptions, faster delivery expectations, stricter compliance requirements and customers who expect consistency every time.   The challenge isn’t just producing more. It is running smarter operations across inventory, warehousing, production, reporting, and fulfilment. That’s why more manufacturers are looking at modern ERP, automation, and connected systems to improve visibility and reduce operational bottlenecks.   Explore how food and beverage manufacturers are modernising their operations and preparing for the next stage of growth.   Watch the webinar replay here: https://lnkd.in/gtVYng_T   #FoodManufacturing #FoodAndBeverage #F&B #Manufacturing #ERP #SupplyChain #BusinessCentral #D365BusinessCentral

Live from our team at Directions Asia 2026! AI agents are transforming Dynamics 365 Business Central from an ERP system of record into a system of action. 78% SMBs use AI daily, but only 39% see measurable business impact.   FUJIFILM MicroChannel helps organisations move from AI ambition to execution through strategic roadmaps. These roadmaps identify priority use cases, readiness gaps, data requirements, and governance needs, all aligned with Business Central.   Dynamics 365 Business Central Wave 1 2026 highlights from Directions: ✅Payables AI Agent - creates invoices directly from PDF uploads (50-invoice trials already live). ✅Native Expense Agent - Microsoft enters expense management natively in Business Central. ✅Shopify B2B - now across ALL Shopify plans (not just Plus), massive connector expansion. ✅Sales Agent - reads attachments, even with hand writing. ✅Copilot Chat Refresh- a new full featured chat experience, (rolling out mid 2026). ✅Agentic development - with AI developers accelerate the process between concept and delivery.   The future is agent-first - people become agent managers, not manual operators. FUJIFILM MicroChannel is ready to guide SMB's through this AI transformation.   Read article to learn more about key insights from the team for Directions Asia 2026: https://lnkd.in/gEWUuDUV   #DirectionsAsia2026 #BusinessCentral #D365BC #MicrosoftDynamics365 #ERP #AIAgents Directions for Partners, Nick Rouse, Adair Durie, Lyn Smith, Floyd Gilchrist, Peter White, Carsten Pedersen, Ryan Budge and Eamonn O'Callaghan

Auckland | In-person event at SAP   AI is already reshaping how businesses operate. Not in the future. Right now.   Across finance, supply chain, and operations, organisations are reducing manual work, improving visibility, and making faster decisions.   But here is the reality. AI only works if the fundamentals are in place.   That is what this session is about.   Join SAP and FUJIFILM MicroChannel at SAP Auckland as we unpack how AI is reshaping what is possible with SAP Cloud ERP. We will share practical insights, real examples, and what businesses need to get right before scaling AI successfully. 📍 SAP Auckland Offices 📅 12 June | 10am - 12pm followed by lunch   Register here: https://lnkd.in/gBp6RVMP Meet some of the team: Andre Pienaar (SAP), Ross Cawood (FUJIFILM MicroChannel), Dougie Beck (FUJIFILM MicroChannel), Adair Durie (FUJIFILM MicroChannel) #ERP #SAPCloudERP #SAP #Finance #Operations

Finance teams are under pressure to plan faster, forecast more accurately, and make decisions with less manual work. For many businesses, financial planning still means spreadsheets everywhere, disconnected reports, and too much time spent pulling numbers together. That’s why AI-powered financial planning tools are becoming such a big focus, for businesses looking to improve visibility and decision-making. If you missed our recent session, the Solver (xFP&A) replay for SAP Business One users is now available: https://lnkd.in/gkDvdETH   #Solver #xFP&A #SAPBusinessOne #FinancialPlanning #AI #ERP #BusinessTechnology

Your business probably already has the data. The real challenge is turning it into faster decisions. That’s where AI tools like SAP Joule are starting to make a real difference - helping teams get answers quicker, reduce manual work, and work smarter across finance, operations, and reporting. We recently shared a practical look at how SAP Joule helps turn data into action across the business: https://lnkd.in/gFpf5FqJ. And if you want to see where AI in SAP Cloud ERP is heading next, join us at an in-person briefing on 12 June at SAP Auckland. 👉 Event details & registration: https://lnkd.in/gBp6RVMP #SAP #AI #ERP #BusinessAI #CloudERP #SAPCloudERP

Finance teams are under constant pressure to do more with less - faster insights, better visibility, smarter decisions.   The Sage Intacct R1 2026 release introduces new features designed to streamline financial processes, improve reporting, and support more agile decision-making. Watch the replay as we break down what’s new, what matters, and how it can impact your business operations.   View the on-demand webinar replay here: https://lnkd.in/gXiCbMzV   Also, you can register for the upcoming Sage Intacct R2 webinar on 20 May, 2026 here: https://lnkd.in/g6ScNrJ3   #SageIntacct #FinanceTransformation #CloudERP #ERP #FinanceSoftware

AI in ERP isn’t coming, it’s already here. FUJIFILM MicroChannel and SAP are excited to share how SAP Cloud ERP is helping kiwi SMBs turn everyday processes into intelligent outcomes. Join our upcoming briefing event for a practical look at AI in SAP Cloud ERP.

Get ready, Auckland! Join us for the Dynamics 365 Business Central Live Event 2026 and discover smarter, faster ways to work with AI, Copilot, finance, planning, analysis, and payroll.   Hear directly from Microsoft solution experts and partners, experience live demos in action, and walk away with powerful, practical ideas to accelerate your business growth.   Enjoy a complimentary networking lunch, connect with like-minded professionals, dive into interactive AI workshops, and stay ahead with the very latest Business Central innovations and partner updates.   Microsoft House Wednesday, 10 June 2026 11:00am - 5.30pm NZST Secure your seat today! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gC8_2vmH #Dynamics365 #BusinessCentral #MicrosoftDynamics #AI #Copilot

AI is no longer a future conversation - it is already delivering real business outcomes.   At the Microsoft AI Tour Sydney 2026 on last week, our team had the opportunity to connect with industry leaders, learn from the best, and explore how AI is moving from experimentation into production.   A few key takeaways stood out: • The shift to Agentic AI - moving beyond chatbots to systems that can plan and execute • The rise of balanced autonomy - where AI scales execution while humans guide strategy • Real-world case studies proving measurable ROI, not just pilot success   The message is clear: the tools are ready. The question now is how quickly organisations can turn AI into real, operational value.   Our reflections and insights here: https://lnkd.in/gJZjZk3t   #AI #Microsoft #Agentic #MicrosoftAI #Australia