The Ultimate Guide to Supply Chain
A curated Irish edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Supply Chain.
What to know about Supply Chain
Supply chain management encompasses the intricate network of processes involved in producing and distributing goods and services, linking manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and retailers. In today's rapidly evolving business environment, supply chains face numerous challenges, including cybersecurity risks, sustainability expectations, and technological disruptions.
Recent stories highlight the growing importance of resilience and security within supply chains, emphasizing the need for proactive approaches to manage cyber risks and maintain operational continuity. Advanced technologies like AI, blockchain, IoT, and cloud-based solutions are reshaping how organizations optimize supply chain visibility, efficiency, and transparency.
Moreover, sustainability has become a critical consideration, driving organizations to adopt greener practices and transparent reporting. The integration of digital tools and automation supports this transition, enabling more agile and sustainable supply chain networks.
Whether addressing digital transformation, managing geopolitical risks, or navigating current economic pressures, exploring these stories can provide valuable insights into managing and advancing modern supply chains effectively.
Irish Supply Chain News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Servecentric hosts Profitsflow cloud ERP in Ireland
Local manufacturers and field service firms could cut software costs by an average of EUR 100,000 a year under the new hosting deal.
Storm Technology names Conor Flanagan as Practise Director
The internal promotion comes as demand grows for ERP projects that join finance reporting, operations and AI-enabled automation on one platform.
EY names 24 finalists for Ireland entrepreneur award
The shortlist spans the island and includes firms employing more than 3,000 people, as EY marks the 29th year of its award programme.
Deloitte Ireland names partners in AI & cyber push
Deloitte Ireland names Noelle Doody and Malcolm Barske partners to bolster AI, data and cybersecurity leadership amid rising client demand.
Irish tech leaders see stronger returns & AI focus
Irish tech leaders report stronger returns on digital spend than global peers, as AI strategies sharpen and cyber risk climbs the agenda.
Expleo names Alan Gallagher to lead life sciences push
Expleo appoints Alan Gallagher to spearhead its life sciences expansion in Ireland, targeting pharma growth and digital modernisation.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Supply Chain
Strike Graph launches Trust Chain for supplier risk
Amplitude launches AI Assistant for in-product support
Amplitude launches AI assistant for in-product support
Extreme says Platform ONE cuts network costs by 32%
Data centre market set to hit USD $1.08 trillion by 2034
Featured News
Geotab: Now's the time to get a grip on fuel consumption
Fleet operators could save millions by using telematics to curb idling, harsh driving and waste as fuel prices keep climbing.
Affirmo: Could AI make a reality of IoT dreams?
AI could help unlock the long-promised value of IoT, as Singapore-based Affirmo pushes real-time tracking into manufacturing and logistics.
Diligence the watchword as oversight lags AI governance
Most boards are using AI for routine tasks, but only 3% have woven it into risk oversight, leaving organisations exposed to fresh hazards.
Exclusive: Orderfox pushes into autonomous execution with Gieni ABX
Orderfox launches Gieni ABX on Microsoft Azure to push industrial AI beyond insights, automating workflows across enterprise systems with governance.
How Formula 1 turns data & cyber security into speed
At Albert Park, F1 insiders reveal how sharper data use, tighter security and resilience planning combine to unlock race-winning performance.
Expert Columns
Why service desks are emerging as a critical security weakness
Mythos changes everything: Is your AI agent security ready?
Tariffs and sustainability: Why master data is a supply chain game-changer
5 eCommerce trends set to define 2026
Pivoting marketing strategy in the face of a recession
Brands are losing the Buy Box and up to 80% of marketplace sales with it
Why the next phase of AI adoption will be determined less by models and more by data foundations
From complexity to clarity: Why eCommerce needs clean customer data
Valkey's lean memory tactics amid global DRAM crunch
The supply chains seeing real AI returns have one thing in common
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Supply Chain News
Anthropic offers EUR €355,000 AI roles in Dublin push
Anthropic dangles EUR €355,000 AI engineering pay as it ramps up Dublin hiring drive and cements the city as a key European hub.
Equinix to invest USD $700 million in Dundalk plant
Equinix will invest up to USD $700 million in a new Dundalk plant with Hanley Energy, promising hundreds of skilled jobs and faster kit supply.
Deloitte Ireland appoints Eoin Gilhooly for SAP delivery
Deloitte Ireland has named Eoin Gilhooly partner to lead end-to-end SAP delivery, bolstering major transformation work for key sectors.
Qualys wins FedRAMP High for TotalCloud cloud security
FedRAMP High approval lets federal agencies and suppliers use TotalCloud to secure sensitive cloud workloads with stricter controls.
BlueVoyant partners ODEON Cinemas Group on security
Threat alerts have fallen by 98% for Europe's largest cinema operator after it overhauled security across eight countries.
Syspro partners with Nuvei for ERP payment processing
Manufacturers and distributors can now take payments, update receivables and track cash flow inside Syspro, cutting manual reconciliation across systems.
AdBlue market seen reaching USD $41.5 billion by 2033
Tighter emissions rules and diesel freight demand are expected to lift AdBlue sales to USD $41.5 billion by 2033, the report says.
Argon & Co joins QAD Redzone in global factory tie-up
Factories facing labour shortages and rising costs are set to get a new execution tool, as the firms pair consulting with frontline software.
Celonis launches context model in Ikigai Labs deal
The deal aims to help firms cut AI errors by giving agents a live picture of business processes and future scenarios.
North Korea-linked hackers stole USD $2.02 billion
Losses from North Korea-linked digital asset theft jumped 51% in 2025, exposing banks and fintech firms to more identity-based intrusions.
Coupa acquires Rossum to widen AI document processing
The deal broadens automation across procurement and finance as Coupa folds Rossum's invoice-reading AI into its source-to-pay platform.
Europe technology retail prices rise as demand weakens
Higher component costs are squeezing margins even as households across Europe curb spending on discretionary technology products.
Opswat named leader in G2 managed file transfer report
Verified customer reviews have lifted the security vendor's MetaDefender Managed File Transfer into G2's Spring 2026 Leader tier.
Alliance urges EU to rethink cyber rules for SIM tech
Existing certification and update limits on SIM components could be upended if Brussels keeps draft cyber rules unchanged.
FM announces record USD $1.5 billion membership credit
Eligible mutual policyholders will share in the largest programme payout yet, with credits lifted by low losses and added risk mitigation effort.
Eurogate Technical Services picks Ultimo for terminals
The move should give 450 technicians better mobile access and help the terminals improve maintenance planning, reliability and cost control.
Bitdefender finds FamousSparrow energy sector campaign
Repeat breaches exposed an Azerbaijani oil and gas operator to espionage as FamousSparrow exploited Microsoft Exchange flaws for two months.
Google says AI-powered cyberattacks are already here
AI is now being used to write exploits and malware, with Google saying it has traced the first zero-day linked to machine assistance.
AWS deepens SAP ties with new AI & migration tools
Customers could move SAP workloads to AWS in days rather than weeks, as new integrations aim to cut migration time and expand AI use.
AI fuels rise in phishing attacks, Barracuda finds
One in three emails flagged in Barracuda's study was malicious, as AI and phishing kits helped drive more account takeovers.