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DIGIT Expo 2025 – Key AI & Digital Transformation Insights

  The Optimum Team recently attended DIGIT Expo Edinburgh 2025, Scotland’s largest enterprise technology event, held at the EICC. With over 1,700 attendees, 50+ speakers, and five packed stages, the…

Why ERP Projects Fail and How to Avoid It

  Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems sit at the heart of modern organisations. A well implemented ERP platform can unify data, standardise processes, improve visibility, strengthen control, and enable growth….

Optimising Systems for Charities: Getting More Value from Existing Tools

  Charities across the UK are under pressure. Funding has tightened, operational costs and national insurance contributions have increased, and service demand has grown. Many organisations are looking to technology…

How to Pick the Best ERP for Your Food & Drink Business

  Food and beverage manufacturers are facing unprecedented pressures, from rising input costs and shifting consumer demand to stricter compliance rules and sustainability expectations. In this environment, selecting an ERP…

AI in UK Manufacturing: How Assistive Intelligence is Transforming Productivity

  The UK manufacturing sector contributes around £196 billion to the economy every year. Yet compared to European and global competitors, the industry falls behind in terms of digital adoption….

AI & Cybersecurity – Key Insights from Kick Tech Event 2025

  The KICK Annual Tech Event, held this year at the Social Hub in Glasgow, brought together experts from across the technology community to share insights and practical examples of…

LS Productions: New Project Announcement

    We’re delighted to be kicking off a new ERP project with LS Productions, the UK’s leading production service company, as they embark on an ambitious digital transformation. With…

New Project Announcement: AG Paving and Building Products Limited

  We’re excited to kick off a new project with AG Paving and Building Products Limited, a family-owned, award-winning manufacturer of sustainable walling, paving, and facing brick products, serving commercial…

Five Signs Your Charity Needs a Modern Finance System

  Most charities are under pressure to do more with less. Trustees, donors, and regulators demand clear reporting and financial transparency, yet many finance teams are still dealing with outdated…

ERP Upgrade or Replacement? A Guide for Manufacturers

  ERP systems are essential for managing core business processes in manufacturing. Yet over time, even the most robust ERP platforms can become misaligned with how your business operates. Whether…