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
Origina launches OPTAS to protect unsupported software
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%
Featured News
Dell numbers the days for hyperconverged infrastructure
Rising hypervisor costs and AI demand are pushing customers towards disaggregated systems, as Dell says HCI is becoming too expensive and inflexible.
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.
Komerz wins UK distribution mandate for AQUA Carpatica
The deal gives the Romanian water brand a wider push across UK supermarkets and wholesalers after Amazon sales surged to GBP £4.8 million.
Sage warns SMBs face cyber risk despite spending rise
Despite higher spending plans, half of SMBs reported a cyber incident in the past year, exposing a widening readiness gap.
Most enterprises piloting AI agents, but many fail
Poor data governance and recovery gaps are undermining AI roll-outs, even as 97% of enterprises have deployed or are piloting agents.
Blue Yonder & NVIDIA build AI factory for supply chains
It could speed warehouse decisions for 3,000 retailers, manufacturers and logistics providers as Blue Yonder readies new AI agents later this year.
Dell expands AI Factory with NVIDIA for enterprise use
Enterprises can now run more AI projects on their own infrastructure as Dell adds data tools, racks and partner software to its NVIDIA tie-up.
Merchmix launches retail operating system for stock
Retailers facing stock and margin pressure get a live planning system aimed at cutting spreadsheet sprawl and speeding decisions.
WD unveils post-quantum hard drives for enterprise
Hyperscale customers are already testing hard drives designed to keep firmware and device trust intact as quantum computing threats grow.
Zippd rebrands to tackle eCommerce logistics strain
Ecommerce brands are under growing delivery pressure as fragmented inventory makes faster fulfilment harder without costly in-house networks.
Equal1 launches rack-mounted quantum computer RacQ
The system could make hybrid quantum computing usable in existing data centres, as it runs from a standard socket and 19-inch rack.
Crestchic expands into Sweden to serve Nordic demand
Rising Nordic data centre demand is pushing suppliers closer to customers, with Crestchic opening a Swedish base and expanding UK production.
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.