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Keysight Technologies, Inc. launched AppFusion, a network visibility partner program that integrates third-party security and monitoring solutions directly into its network packet brokers. The program integrates market-leading technologies from Forescout, Instrumentix, and Nozomi Networks, enabling customers to streamline network and security operations (NetOps/SecOps) while significantly reducing infrastructure costs. This all-in-one, multi-vendor solution helps IT professionals reduce capital and operational expenses while improving security monitoring and performance. Enterprise IT and security operations (SecOps) teams need real-time network traffic monitoring to troubleshoot performance issues, detect cyber threats, and maintain operational scale and compliance. Traditionally, this required separate hardware appliances, each running different monitoring tools. Keysight’s Vision Network Packet Brokers eliminate this complexity by integrating partner software directly into a single hardware platform. Key benefits of AppFusion include: Significant reduction in hardware costs by consolidating multiple servers into one Vision appliance. Simplified deployment with pre-integrated, best-in-class security solutions. Centralized management through a single interface for all monitoring tools. Easy scalability with on-demand activation

Propel Software, creator of the first product value management (PVM) platform that transforms how businesses create, sell, and service products, announces the launch of Product Spotlight, enabling Salesforce customers to grow sales and improve customer relationships with streamlined access to enriched product information. Product Spotlight will be featured at the Salesforce Manufacturing Summit on January 15 in Atlanta during an on-stage presentation with Propel customer, Girtz Industries.  Product Spotlight provides Salesforce users with detailed and contextual product information within the Salesforce applications they use every day. Efficient real-time access to the latest product information across the product lifecycle speeds decision making and unlocks business value to enhance sales, customer interactions, and field service operations. Propel’s Product Spotlight makes this live data available without complicated integrations or duplication of data. Visibility Unlocks Value Across Salesforce Clouds: Upsell and cross sell opportunities with related products. Centralized product data makes it easy for sales reps to obtain accurate information every time.

IBM and SAP SE announced the upcoming release of RISE with SAP on IBM Power Virtual Server, designed to help make it the fastest and easiest path for IBM Power customers to accelerate their ERP transformation. Together, SAP and IBM aim to help organizations more seamlessly transition and modernize their on-premises ERP environments to the cloud and support AI-powered business processes. RISE with SAP is a guided journey delivering outcome-driven services, cloud ERP and platforms to help organizations rethink their operating model. As a new SAP hyperscaler offering, RISE with SAP on IBM Power Virtual Server can help reduce risk and improve SAP S/4HANA Cloud migration time from IBM Power Systems on-premises to cloud within 90 days.* “RISE with SAP has emerged as a business priority for enterprises across all industries as they move to SAP S/4HANA Cloud,” said Anurag Agrawal, Founder and Chief Global Analyst, TechAisle. “The new offering from IBM and SAP promises to be

Zuken Vitech, a global leader in systems engineering solutions, is excited to announce the release of GENESYS 2024, the latest iteration of its premier model-based systems engineering (MBSE) platform. This landmark release introduces significant advancements designed to enhance systems engineering practices, streamline workflows, and empower users with cutting-edge tools. Key Features and Advancements in GENESYS 2024 GENESYS 2024 introduces robust support for the Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), enabling organizations to model, analyze, and manage complex systems within a standardized framework. This capability ensures seamless alignment with industry standards and facilitates interoperability across multidisciplinary teams. The new release includes refined tools for project organization and classification, allowing users to better structure and manage their projects. These enhancements simplify navigation, improve traceability, and provide greater control over large-scale system models. With a focus on extensibility, GENESYS 2024 debuts a versatile add-in framework that enables seamless integration of third-party extensions. This new capability empowers organizations to customize

Simulations Plus, Inc. (“Simulations Plus”), a leading provider of cheminformatics, biosimulation, simulation-enabled performance and intelligence solutions, and medical communications to the biopharma industry, reported financial results for its first quarter fiscal 2025, ended November 30, 2024. First Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights (compared to first quarter 2024) Total revenue increased 31% to $18.9 million Software revenue increased 41% to $10.7 million, representing 57% of total revenue Services revenue increased 19% to $8.2 million, representing 43% of total revenue Gross profit of $10.2 million; gross margin was 54% Net income of $0.2 million and diluted EPS of $0.01 compared to net income of $1.9 million and diluted EPS of $0.10 Adjusted EBITDA of $4.5 million, representing 24% of total revenue, compared to $3.4 million, representing 23% of total revenue Adjusted net income of $3.4 million and adjusted diluted EPS of $0.17, compared to adjusted net income of $3.7 million and adjusted diluted EPS of $0.18 Management Commentary “We are off to a

Tata Consultancy Services reported its consolidated financial results according to Ind AS and IFRS, for the quarter ending December 31, 2024. Highlights of the Quarter Ended December 31, 2024 Revenue at $7.54 billion, +3.6% YoY, +4.5% YoY in Constant Currency Operating Margin at 24.5%; a decline of 50 bps YoY*, sequential improvement of 40 bps Net Income at $1.46 billion, +3.4% YoY* | Net Margin at 19.4% Net Cash from Operations at $1.54 billion i.e. 105.3% of Net Income Workforce strength: 607,354 | LTM IT Services attrition rate at 13.0% Diverse and inclusive workplace: Women in the workforce: 35.3% |152 Nationalities Dividend per share: ₹ 76.00 including ₹ 66.00 as special dividend| Record date 17/01/2025 | Payment date 03/02/2025 *excludes settlement of legal claim K Krithivasan, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, said: “We are pleased with the excellent TCV performance in Q3 which was well-rounded across industries, geographies and service lines lending good visibility to long-term growth. BFSI and CBG returning to growth, continued stellar run of Regional Markets and early signs of revival in discretionary spend in some verticals give us confidence for the future. Our continuing investments in

Centric Software® is pleased to announce that CIEBON, the fashion company has selected Centric PLM™ to boost collaboration and speed to market. Centric Software provides retailers and brands the most innovative end-to-end product lifecycle enterprise solutions to plan, design, develop, source, buy, make, price, allocate, sell and replenish products such as fashion, outdoor, luxury, footwear, home and related goods like cosmetics & personal care as well as multi-category retail to achieve strategic and operational digital transformation goals. Based in Los Angeles, California, CIEBON was established in 2021. This contemporary womenswear brand seamlessly merges modern femininity with effortless chic, from dresses to sportswear. Showcased in seasonal collections, CIEBON stands out for its unexpected details and luxurious fabrics, offering a curated selection of statement pieces and elevated ready-to-wear designs. The brand’s collections are available in upscale boutiques, department stores and online. Daniel Banaga, Creative Director at CIEBON describes how the growth of the business

Arctic Import has experienced significant growth in recent years and has taken several initiatives to keep up with this progress. The company is transitioning from an ERP-driven warehouse to a dedicated WMS solution, to optimize inventory management and reduce complexity. The choice fell on LOGIA WMS, which will now ensure efficient processes at its upcoming logistics center in Nuuk and the existing warehouse in Torshavn. High demand for efficient warehouse management Arctic Import is a wholesale company that supplies groceries to grocers, restaurants, ships, and various products to public and private organizations. With over 400,000 unique products and partnerships with approximately 400 suppliers, efficient inventory management is crucial.  The solution will first be implemented at the current warehouse, followed by the new 1,250 m² logistics center in Nuuk, which will accommodate 1,200 additional pallet spaces. LOGIA WMS will manage all processes from goods receipt to shipping and ensure efficient operations across the storage

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. and Renesas Electronics Corporation announced that they have signed an agreement to develop a high-performance system-on-chip (SoC) for software-defined vehicles (SDVs). The new SoC is designed to deliver leading-edge*1 AI performance of 2,000*2 TOPS combined with a world-class power efficiency of 20 TOPS/W, and is slated for use in future models of the “Honda 0 (Zero) Series,” Honda’s new electric vehicle (EV) series, specifically those that will be launched in the late 2020s. The agreement was announced during a Honda press conference held at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 7. Honda is developing original SDVs to provide a mobility experience optimized for each individual customer in the Honda 0 Series. The Honda 0 Series will adopt a centralized E/E architecture that combines multiple electronic control units (ECUs) responsible for controlling vehicle functions into a single ECU. The core ECU, which serves as the heart of the

Qualtrics, the leader and creator of the experience management (XM) category, announced that Jollibee Group, one of the largest and fastest-growing restaurant companies in the world, has selected Qualtrics® to elevate customer experience for its brands that include Jollibee, The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, and Smashburger. “The multi-year agreement underscores our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for our global store network. By leveraging Qualtrics, we can consolidate customer feedback from in-store and digital touchpoints, accelerate case resolution, and provide actionable insights for our customer-facing teams,” Marcos Cadena, Global Chief Technology Officer of the Jollibee Group. “Qualtrics enables us at the Jollibee Group to better understand our diverse customer base, helping ensure that we meet their evolving needs and expectations,” said Jacqueline Fuentes, Head of Global Customer Experience of the Jollibee Group. “Qualtrics provides the capabilities and insights we need to continuously enhance our customer experiences and build stronger connections with the