Applications stories
Enterprises get tighter controls for autonomous AI agents and Cloud SQL backups as Rubrik expands its Google Cloud security stack.
The new tools could let firms’ AI agents act on live data more securely across clouds, while cutting rebooking from hours to minutes.
Marketers could soon cut manual campaign work as SAP and Google Cloud link customer data and AI agents across both platforms.
Critical Microsoft flaws surged as Azure, Dynamics 365 and Office saw big jumps, even though total vulnerabilities fell 6% in 2025.
The updates aim to help companies turn internal data into AI-driven workflows while keeping business controls and governance in place.
A shortage of experienced coders is putting pressure on teams maintaining mission-critical web systems as most PHP users plan upgrades.
The recognition broadens Rockwell Automation’s software push as manufacturers seek AI tools that tie plant data to finance and planning systems.
Enterprises under release pressure can now test more quickly, as Leapwork combines functional automation, performance testing and AI orchestration in one platform.
Unapproved consumer AI tools are exposing finance data to model training, leaving ANZ firms with hidden governance and audit risks.
The software maker is leaning on partners to win bigger enterprise deals, after more than 60% of annual recurring revenue came from mid-market and enterprise customers.
It could cut migration cycles from days to minutes for firms modernising virtual estates, while keeping data in place for some VM moves.
The deal gives private equity clients wider Salesforce support across sales, pricing and revenue systems, plus delivery teams in three regions.
Broad exposure across thousands of applications is feared after Google tied the axios npm supply chain attack to suspected North Korean hackers.
The ranking reflects rising demand for tighter control over AI links to legacy systems, with APIs now central to security and compliance.
The deal will give SAP tools to clean up mixed enterprise data, helping customers feed more reliable records into AI agents and analytics.
The internal promotion comes as demand grows for ERP projects that join finance reporting, operations and AI-enabled automation on one platform.
Demand for senior oversight in complex ERP projects is driving iCatalyst’s expansion as it adds leadership in Perth and Melbourne.
Governance gaps and rising security worries are slowing Australian firms as they shift from AI pilots to production use, the report says.
Vietnamese firms seeking finance and HR systems gain new local support as Workday adds nearly 300 staff through five partners.
Procurement teams are cutting sourcing cycles from weeks to hours as agentic AI shifts from pilot projects to board-level value creation.
