Global Finance News
10 Apr 2026, 13:04
IFS AB and NEC Corporation announced that Hoshizaki Corporation will deploy IFS Cloud as its next-generation core ERP system, aiming to modernize operations and enable AI-driven manufacturing.
The new system will support more than 700 users across two key production sites, replacing legacy ERP infrastructure that relied heavily on customization and fragmented systems. The upgrade is expected to improve operational agility, reduce costs, and create a scalable platform for future growth.
By integrating functions such as order management, production planning, and inventory control into a unified platform, Hoshizaki aims to enhance efficiency and leverage real-time data for advanced analytics. The move is part of a broader strategy to adopt industrial AI technologies and strengthen its competitive position in a rapidly evolving manufacturing environment.
The new system will support more than 700 users across two key production sites, replacing legacy ERP infrastructure that relied heavily on customization and fragmented systems. The upgrade is expected to improve operational agility, reduce costs, and create a scalable platform for future growth.
By integrating functions such as order management, production planning, and inventory control into a unified platform, Hoshizaki aims to enhance efficiency and leverage real-time data for advanced analytics. The move is part of a broader strategy to adopt industrial AI technologies and strengthen its competitive position in a rapidly evolving manufacturing environment.