In an era where cloud technology is not just an option but a necessity for competitive business operations, the collaboration between Precisely and Amazon Web Services (AWS) has set a new benchmark for mainframe and IBM i modernization. As a Technical Architect at Precisely, I’ve had the unique opportunity to lead the AWS Mainframe Modernization Data Replication for IBM i initiative, a project that not only challenged our technical capabilities but also enriched our understanding of cloud integration complexities. This initiative is a testament to how partnerships, innovation, and a commitment ..read more

Virtually every business on the planet captures and stores address information. Ostensibly this data enables you to ship items or send mail to customers and prospects, to correspond with suppliers, and to communicate with a network of distributors or other partners. But address information provides so much more than that. When you know where your customers live and work, you can glean important information about their income levels, demographic attributes, and lifestyle preferences. You can identify purchasing patterns and lifestyle trends to inform your strategies for expansion to new locatio ..read more

The Precisely Women in Technology (PWIT) network was first established to bring the women of Precisely together to create more opportunities for learning and engagement. Throughout the years, the program has grown, and it now provides mentorship opportunities, a book club, networking events, and more. Each month, a woman from the program is featured to share more about her experience as a woman in tech, her career journey, and the advice she has for other women navigating the same industry. Continue reading to learn more about Ewelina Rauer, Supervisor, Globalization Programs. Why did you choo ..read more

Consumers kick-started the year by building more health-focused habits, with nearly a 5% increase in visits to gyms and grocery stores, while interest in less healthy options like convenience stores and fast-food chains dropped significantly. Set the Stage The beginning of the New Year has always been used as an opportunity to make lifestyle changes, usually for the better of the decision-maker. Whether it is related to health, finances, or personal aspirations, people change their behaviors for the sake of their New Year resolutions. It is this phenomenon that we wanted to investigate with ou ..read more

Today’s companies need an effective IT operations management (ITOM) strategy to minimize downtime and ensure the smooth functioning of their IT infrastructure. Minimizing downtime can deliver benefits including increased productivity and efficiency and reduced risk of financial losses. ServiceNow, a market leader in this domain, defines ITOM as “a strategic approach to planning, building, and operating digital services, technology, components, and application requirements in organizations.” It is all about keeping systems up and running, ensuring connectivity and bandwidth, and monitoring ..read more

Your competitors use data to target your customers, discover unmet needs, and explore new markets. If you’re not using data to your advantage, you risk falling behind the rest of the pack.  In a 2023 survey conducted by Gartner, customer service and support leaders cited customer data and analytics as a top priority for achieving their organizational goals. Specifically, these leaders were focused on growing their revenue and increasing operational efficiency with advanced data analytics. To do that effectively and make fully informed decisions, you need the most complete, detailed pictur ..read more

Finance is the “low hanging fruit” line of business for automating SAP processes, with a significantly greater potential for improvement over other areas. It’s followed by master data management, which is consistent with the findings that data quality and master data related concerns are highly-ranked issues standing in the way of automation. Finance tops the “top four” business lines To help organizations realize the greatest value and ROI from their investments, our survey asked respondents where they see the greatest potential for improvement from automating SAP processes.  Financ ..read more

Insurance industry leaders are just beginning to understand the value that generative AI can bring to the claims management process. By harnessing the power of machine learning and natural language processing, sophisticated systems can analyze and prioritize claims with unprecedented efficiency and timeliness. They can ingest information as soon as it becomes available, summarize lengthy narrative content, and offer guidance to employees who manage the claims process. As insurers begin to integrate these advanced technologies into their operations, the entire landscape of claims managemen ..read more

March is Women’s History Month which means there’s no better time to highlight all the women at Precisely and incredible work that they do. The Precisely Women in Technology (PWIT) program was established to bring a network of like-minded women together to support one another, offer mentorship, and collaborate outside of the typical day-to-day roles. Each month, a member of the program is featured in this Q&A to offer insights into her career and offer advice to other women in the same field. Continue reading to learn more about Carly Kristoff, Senior Lead Development Representative, and h ..read more

What if every decision, recommendation, and prediction made by artificial intelligence (AI) was as reliable as your most trusted team members? This isn’t a distant dream – it’s a tangible reality with trusted AI. From enhancing decision-making and productivity to delivering personalized customer experiences and sparking innovation, trusted AI is your key to gaining a competitive edge in today’s fast-paced market. But how can you make sure your AI can be trusted? That’s where it gets more complicated. For all its transformative power, there are crucial steps you need to take first to prevent AI ..read more