This week, Melody Brue and Robert Kramer break down the latest developments in the enterprise application space, exploring how AI is reshaping ERP, the growing cybersecurity risks in collaboration tools, and major leadership moves in the industry.

➡️ AI & ERP: Is It the Future or Just Hype? At Acumatica’s 2025 Summit, AI took center stage as the company showcased how ERP systems are evolving into strategic platforms for growth and innovation. But does AI truly revolutionize ERP, or is it just the latest buzzword? ➡️ Oracle’s AI Agents: A Game-Changer for Sales Teams? Oracle unveiled AI-powered agents designed to transform sales operations by automating repetitive tasks—allowing professionals to focus on customer relationships. These tools, available at no extra cost for Oracle customers, streamline complex tasks across multiple languages, making global sales operations more efficient. ➡️ Cybersecurity Alert: Microsoft Teams Under Attack A rising cybersecurity threat is targeting Microsoft Teams, where cybercriminals are impersonating IT support to deploy ransomware. Employees are being tricked into downloading malicious tools, highlighting the growing risk of attacks on collaboration platforms. While Microsoft was the latest target, this serves as a wake-up call for businesses relying on these tools. ➡️ Leadership Shifts: Zoho and HPE Financial Services

• Zoho’s CEO, Sridhar Vembu, is stepping into a new role as Chief Scientist, signaling a deeper focus on innovation.

• HPE Financial Services is undergoing a leadership change, with Maeve Culloty taking over as President and CEO following Gerri Gold’s departure.

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