Entries by Niall McCarthy

Corporate Solutions Redefined By Data Sovereignty

Introduction The convergence of data sovereignty regulations and digital transformation imperatives is fundamentally reshaping corporate technology strategies. Organizations worldwide face mounting pressure to maintain control over their digital assets while leveraging advanced technologies to remain competitive. This transformation extends far beyond simple regulatory compliance, driving a comprehensive redefinition of enterprise systems architecture and operational models. […]

Championing Low-Code in the Enterprise Systems Group

Introduction The optimal low-code champion within an Enterprise Systems Group should be a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) or Senior IT Director, supported by Business Transformation Leaders and Business Technologists. This strategic leadership approach ensures successful low-code adoption across enterprise computing solutions, AI enterprise solutions, and digital transformation initiatives. Primary Champions: Executive Leadership Chief Technology Officer […]

Cross-Sector Corporate Solutions Redefined by Agentic AI

Introduction Agentic AI represents a paradigm shift from reactive automation to proactive, autonomous decision-making systems that are fundamentally redefining enterprise computing solutions across sectors. Unlike traditional AI that simply responds to queries, agentic AI systems can understand context, plan multi-step workflows, make independent decisions, and take actions with minimal human oversight. This transformation is driving […]

How Can The Enterprise Systems Group Drive Sovereignty?

Introduction Enterprise Systems Groups (ESGs) stand at the forefront of a transformative shift toward digital sovereignty in modern organizations. This strategic evolution represents far more than a technological upgrade – it constitutes a fundamental re-imagining of how enterprises maintain control over their digital destiny while leveraging advanced computing capabilities to drive competitive advantage. Enterprise Systems: […]

Corporate Solutions Redefined Supplier Relationship Management

Introduction Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) has emerged as a transformative force in modern enterprise systems, fundamentally redefining how organizations approach corporate solutions through comprehensive digital transformation initiatives. This evolution represents a paradigm shift from traditional, transactional vendor relationships to strategic, technology-enabled partnerships that drive innovation, efficiency, and competitive advantage. The Evolution from Transactional to Strategic […]

How To Drive Down The Cost Of Enterprise Computing Solutions

Introduction The escalating costs of enterprise computing solutions represent one of the most pressing challenges facing modern organizations. As businesses navigate increasingly complex digital landscapes, the need for cost-effective approaches to enterprise technology has never been more critical. This comprehensive analysis explores how organizations can systematically reduce computing costs through four transformative approaches: low-code enterprise […]

How To Implement Low-Code Customer Resource Management?

Introduction Main takeaway: A successful low-code Customer Resource Management (CRM) project combines governed citizen development, enterprise computing solutions and embedded AI services to deliver rapid value without compromising security, data integrity or scalability. 1. Why Low-Code for CRM in 2025? Enterprises face chronic developer shortages and fast-changing customer expectations. Low-code platforms now provide: Drag-and-drop builders that […]

Different Kinds Of Managers In The Enterprise Systems Group

Introduction Modern enterprise-class computing rests on two pillars: Robust core systems management and An emerging layer of AI-centric operations and governance. Together these pillars ensure scale, reliability, security – and now data-driven intelligence. 1. Core Enterprise-Computing Manager Types Functional stream Typical manager role Core mandate Key standards & tools Infrastructure & Facilities Data-Center Manager Uptime […]

Should Sovereignty Now Underpin All Customers Solutions?

Introduction The rising tide of geopolitical tension, extra-territorial legislation, and region-specific regulation has moved digital sovereignty from a compliance footnote to a board-level product requirement. Today, enterprise software buyers – especially in the EU, Middle East, and parts of Asia-Pacific – are explicitly asking whether a solution’s architecture can guarantee that data, metadata, administrative control, […]

Could Enterprise Systems Survive Without AI Data Models?

Introduction Enterprise computing existed long before modern AI – and it still runs the bulk of the global economy. Although generative AI and other data-hungry models promise transformative gains, real-world deployments have suffered sky-high failure rates, costly missteps, and unpredictable risks. This report examines whether large-scale business platforms – ERP, CRM, supply-chain, analytics, finance, HR, […]