Ai Automation

Proptech money is clustering around ops automation, not new listing sites

Funding and product signals in mid-2026 point to AI agents and benchmarking tools that touch leasing, collections, and portfolio KPIs.

Groq’s $350M neocloud push and Relay’s shutdown put more pressure on enterprise AI runbooks than on model choice

Groq’s $350M pivot toward “neocloud” capacity and Relay’s shutdown into Google’s Chrome team both point to the same ops issue: continuity and control in AI auto

Fiserv and Stuut partner to bring agentic AI to enterprise accounts receivable, building on Stuut's $2B in processed invoices

Fiserv's Commerce Hub and SnapPay will integrate Stuut's AI agent, which has already processed more than $2B in B2B invoices, to automate order-to-cash workflow

Fiserv and Stuut bring agentic AI to enterprise receivables, targeting $2B+ in B2B invoice automation

Fiserv's Commerce Hub and SnapPay will integrate with Stuut's AI agent, which has already processed over $2B in B2B invoices, to automate order-to-cash workflow

AI and same-day delivery are now the two forcing functions reshaping U.S. ecommerce operations

From Lululemon's AI rollout to DoorDash's Shopify tie-up, enterprise retailers are betting on automation and speed to close the gap with digital-native rivals.

Amazon Business reaches $60 billion in annualized gross sales as agentic AI rewrites B2B discovery

Amazon Business hits $60B in annualized gross sales while agentic AI agents begin replacing human-driven B2B product discovery.

Agentic procurement doesn't build a leaner finance team: it builds a different one

The question landing in nearly every finance leader's inbox right now is some version of the same thing: what does AI actually change for our teams? It's a fair question, and the honest answer is that much of what's been marketed as transformation has fallen short of the label. Automation tools have

Object Edge's 30-day AI agent field test: 457 autonomous runs, zero manual prompts

Object Edge logged 457 autonomous AI agent runs across five operational domains over 30 days, with 256 governance checks and zero manual prompts required.

B2B Tech Asia Expo 2026 puts agentic AI at the center of enterprise automation

Jakarta's B2B Tech Asia Expo 2026 showcased agentic AI and no-code agent deployment as the next frontier for enterprise operations in Asia-Pacific.

Eighty percent of U.S. factories have no automation. Here's what's holding them back

Most U.S. manufacturers believe AI is critical to their future, yet 80% of facilities run with zero automation. Execution, not belief, is where the gap lies.

Microsoft launches Frontier Co. with $2.5B and 6,000 engineers to embed AI into enterprise operations

Microsoft's new Frontier Co. subsidiary will embed 6,000 engineers and consultants directly with enterprise clients to accelerate AI deployment.

ServiceNow Just Deployed AI Across Every Major Business Function. Here's What Enterprise Leaders Need to Evaluate Before They Follow.

ServiceNow's Autonomous Workforce now covers IT, HR, finance, legal, procurement, CRM, and security. The results from early adopters are real. So are the governance questions every enterprise needs to answer first.

How the Future of Work Is Being Reshaped by AI, Human Creativity, and Customer-Centered Leadership

As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes industries, many professionals are asking the same urgent question: what happens when AI starts replacing not just repetitive tasks, but the foundational entry-level roles that once launched careers? According to Goldman Sachs Research, AI could expose the equivalent of 300 million jobs globally to automation, while potentially automating tasks…

How AI Is Transforming Private Equity Deal Evaluation and Portfolio Strategy

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how organizations evaluate risk, analyze markets, and drive operational efficiency. In financial services alone, global AI spending is projected to surpass $97 billion by 2027, reflecting how deeply data-driven technologies are reshaping decision-making. For private equity firms—where hundreds of potential investments may be screened each year—the ability to analyze information…

How Thoughtful Experience Design in Marketing Cloud Implementation Leads to Better Business Outcomes

Salesforce gives organizations the ability to automate marketing, personalize outreach, and manage leads at scale—but those benefits only materialize when complex capabilities are implemented cohesively. A successful Marketing Cloud implementation requires more than individual features working in isolation. Through its Salesforce Practice, CG Infinity brings together Marketing Cloud capabilities—including Email Studio, Automation Studio, and…

Hiring Rewired: Human Intelligence in the AI-Driven Job Market

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape recruiting—from resume screening and job descriptions to candidate sourcing and interview workflows—the hiring process has become faster, more automated, and increasingly complex. According to the World Economic Forum, approximately 88% of companies now use some form of AI to filter or rank job applications, signaling how deeply embedded automation…

AI Meets Access: Powering Smarter Systems with Mobile Credentials

As the security integration industry contends with rapid technological advancement and increasing business complexity, many integrators are looking for the tools, training, and guidance to keep pace. At the center of this evolution is AI—transforming not just the products integrators deploy but also the way they operate their businesses. Meanwhile, the shift to mobile…

Self-Service BOPIS and Other Retail Trends

In a recent episode of the Intelligent Logistics Podcast, hosted by Position Imaging, Greg Brantner, Director of Marketing and Matthew Knopf, VP of Partnership, discuss the shift in consumer buying habits, the rise of omni-channel shopping, and the evolving technology trends in retail. Retail Landscape and the Rise of Omni-channel Shopping Online shopping in…

Starting Small: How to Scale an Operation with Robotics

As supply chain disruptions and rising labor costs challenge the logistics sector, automation is increasingly viewed as a solution to stay competitive. Robotics, in particular, offers opportunities to enhance efficiency, but many companies hesitate due to concerns about upfront costs and scalability. According to the International Federation of Robotics, global robot installations were expected…

Optimizing the Logistics Chain – Visibility, Efficiency and Automation

Start at the heart of any business operation, and you will find a common thread, a logistics chain. It plays a vital role in transporting goods from one point to another. As businesses grow, so does the complexity and scale of their logistics chain. Position Imaging, a leader in shipping and logistics technology, has…

Modular Robotic Systems & Greener Logistics Solutions: Unlocking the Future of Automation with Hy-Tek

The world of automation is evolving at breakneck speed, and 2025 promises to bring some of the most innovative trends yet. From interconnected software ecosystems to advanced robotics and sustainable operations, the stakes are high for companies seeking to stay ahead of the curve in the future of automation. A study shows that the…

Automation in Action: Robotic Pallet Movers are Enhancing Efficiency and Transforming the Modern Warehouse

The world of logistics is undergoing a major transformation, all thanks to robotic picking and stacking tech. These robotic pallet movers automate the stacking of products, thereby enhancing efficiency and accuracy in warehouses and distribution centers. As e-commerce continues to grow, the demand for quicker and more efficient operations is pushing the adoption of…

Roadmap into the Future of Intelligent Manufacturing: How Can Companies Navigate Automation and the Workforce?

As machine learning algorithms and robotics develop at breakneck speed, the manufacturing sector stands at the cusp of a transformative revolution. With robots advancing far beyond stationary machines, businesses can now navigate the future with the help of intelligent manufacturing. The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics is being seen as a necessity…

Unpacking Peak: How to Turn Your Current Operational Pains Into Future Gains

How can businesses transform the high demand and challenges of their peak seasons into opportunities for efficiency and growth in warehouse operations? In this episode of the Hai-er Automation podcast, presented by Hai Robotics and hosted by Michelle Dawn Mooney, Technical Sales Executives Jake Ethridge and Vince Donato explore the transformative potential of warehouse…

How to Use Economic Uncertainty to Gain Competitive Ground With Automation

As economic uncertainty continues to grip global markets, many companies are finding unique ways to gain a competitive advantage. This is particularly relevant in the automation industry where innovative solutions are providing businesses with much-needed operational resilience. An interesting statistic from the World Economic Forum predicts that machines will perform more tasks than humans by…

AI-Generated Designs Are Letting Architects Unlock New Forms of Creativity. How Should They Deploy It?

Generative AI in architecture is already evolving architectural workflows, and the creative results are proving themselves in real time. Tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney are acting as a dynamic platform for concept design and visual brainstorming, enabling the synthesis of diverse architectural styles and historical influences into fresh and innovative ideas. There’s still a lot…

The Future of Automate

The forthcoming Automate 2023 Conference will return to Detroit this spring, nearly a year after the previous event. The event will be held over the course of four days from May 22-25. With the growth of the automation industry, along with increased attention with AI, Automate 2023 is slated to be a game-changing trade show….

The Spectrum of AI in Healthcare: Understanding the Levels of Intelligence in AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is not just for gamers or factory warehouse robots—it can, quite literally, save lives in the healthcare sector. AI in healthcare can be used to improve diagnostic detection speed for diseases, improve personalization of medical treatments, and automate drug discoveries. How should healthcare companies be approaching AI use, and what benefits and…

Are Chatbots for PR a Boon, an Annoyance, or a Replacement? For Now, They’re All of the Above

At what point will chatbots like ChatGPT automate the entire PR industry? Big questions like that have been tossed around about a number of industries since ChatGPT’s meteoric rise to fame after its release in November. But when it comes to chatbots for PR specifically, their strengths are actually not in writing complete stories…

Revolutionizing High Performance Computing

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the demand for high-performance computing (HPC) and supercomputing capabilities is skyrocketing. As businesses across various industries seek to harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI), automation, analytics, and complex code, finding a reliable partner that can provide comprehensive solutions becomes crucial. This is where Applied Digital comes in. Erik…