AI and Cloud ERP
AI and Cloud ERP – Acumatica: An Increase in Demand for Intelligent ERP Grows
The Acumatica Summit Africa 2026, taking place in Johannesburg next month, is expected to attract more than 600 attendees, nearly double the number that attended the event in 2025.
The annual event highlights the latest innovations from cloud ERP provider Acumatica and reflects the growing demand among African businesses for AI-enabled, cloud-based ERP systems that support digital transformation.
According to Bernard Ford, Regional Director at Acumatica Africa, the event continues to expand as organisations increasingly prioritise modern ERP solutions to improve efficiency, automation and decision-making.
AI and Cloud ERP – Growing Interest from Business and Technology Leaders
The Acumatica Summit Africa is the regional extension of the company’s global Acumatica Summit, bringing together customers, partners and industry leaders to explore new developments in ERP technology.
Attendees include both existing and prospective Acumatica customers and partners from industries such as:
- Manufacturing
- Distribution
- Retail
- Construction
- Hospitality
- Professional services
The summit will also host 30 independent software vendors (ISVs) who will showcase integrated solutions that extend the Acumatica platform.
AI and Cloud ERP – Rapid Growth for Acumatica in Africa
Although Acumatica entered the African market more recently than some legacy ERP vendors, the company has experienced consistent growth in the region.
Ford notes that Acumatica has grown by approximately 25% year-on-year over the past four years in southern Africa.
He believes the growth momentum will accelerate even further in the coming years.
“As older, more established ERP systems begin to show their age and struggle to support modern AI capabilities, we see a significant opportunity for growth in the region,” Ford explains.
“We expect growth of more than 40% annually between 2026 and 2030.”
AI and Cloud ERP- AI Is Transforming ERP from a System of Record to a Business Enabler
One of the key themes of the Acumatica Summit Africa 2026 will be the role of artificial intelligence in enterprise resource planning systems.
Traditionally, ERP systems functioned primarily as systems of record, capturing and storing business data.
However, modern AI-enabled ERP platforms are evolving into intelligent business platforms that provide automation, insights and real-time decision support.
Acumatica’s AI-first approach is designed to help businesses move beyond data management toward intelligent business operations.
AI and Cloud ERP – Expanding into the Mid-Market
Acumatica’s strategy in Africa focuses on the mid-market segment, where many organisations are looking to modernise outdated systems and adopt cloud-based ERP platforms.
Businesses are increasingly seeking single-code, cloud-native systems that support multiple business functions and can easily incorporate artificial intelligence.
Ford explains that companies are adopting platforms like Acumatica to ensure they remain competitive as AI becomes a core driver of innovation.
“Organisations want to leverage AI so they are not left behind,” he says.
AI and Cloud ERP – The Rise of the ERP Digital Twin
One of the emerging concepts highlighted by Acumatica is the ERP Digital Twin.
This concept refers to a digital representation of a company’s operations, powered by AI and advanced analytics.
Using Acumatica AI Studio, businesses can create automation, personalised workflows, intelligent assistance and real-time insights that help improve operational performance.
The goal is to give decision-makers instant access to actionable intelligence across the organisation.
What Attendees Can Expect at the Summit
At the Acumatica Summit Africa 2026, attendees will receive a detailed overview of the latest developments from the global Acumatica Summit.
Key highlights include:
- Demonstrations of the Acumatica 2026 R1 release
- AI-powered automation and advisory features
- Product updates across Acumatica’s industry-specific editions
These editions include solutions designed for:
- General business
- Construction
- Distribution
- Retail
- Manufacturing
- Professional services
- Hospitality
Unlike traditional conference presentations, the summit will feature live software demonstrations on a large LED display, allowing attendees to experience the platform in action.
Event Details
The Acumatica Summit Africa 2026 and Expo will take place in Sandton, Johannesburg, on 12–13 March 2026.
Businesses interested in attending can register for the event by contacting Sharon Rossi at Acumatica.
FAQ – Acumatica Summit Africa 2026
What is the Acumatica Summit Africa?
Acumatica Summit Africa is an annual event that showcases the latest innovations, trends and product updates from Acumatica’s cloud ERP platform.
Where is the Acumatica Summit Africa 2026 being held?
The event will take place in Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa, on 12–13 March 2026.
Who should attend the Acumatica Summit Africa?
The summit is designed for business leaders, IT professionals, ERP partners, software vendors and organisations interested in modern cloud ERP solutions.
What will be demonstrated at the event?
Attendees will see live demonstrations of Acumatica 2026 R1, including AI-powered automation features and industry-specific ERP solutions.
Why is cloud ERP becoming important in Africa?
Cloud ERP platforms allow businesses to modernise operations, improve scalability and take advantage of technologies such as artificial intelligence and automation.
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