Richard Humphreys |
JDA Software is partnering with Microsoft to create an intelligent software as a service (SaaS) supply chain solution that will leverage the Microsoft Azure cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The move supports JDA’s strategy to develop more cognitive and connected solutions to power digital transformations and create competitive advantage for its customers.
“JDA’s supply chain solutions provide a faster response to demand signals from consumers, cognitive insights, and intelligent decisions based on edge sensors. Microsoft Azure will fuel our ongoing SaaS momentum as JDA applications deliver seamless customer experiences across cloud, on-premise, and edge solutions,” said Girish Rishi, chief executive officer at JDA. “Our strategic partnership with Microsoft accelerates JDA ‘s mission as the supply chain platform company, enabling our broad ecosystem of joint partners and developers to further leverage our AI and machine learning based solutions.”
Scott Guthrie, executive vice president of the Microsoft Cloud + AI Group, said: “Microsoft Azure is driving new levels of organisational productivity and intelligent data-driven experiences, making it the ideal platform to bring JDA’s vision of an autonomous supply chain to life. The powerful combination of JDA’s proven applications with Azure will empower customers to take advantage of real-time insights for smarter business decisions and profitable business growth.”