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AI moves from hype to practice – Nordic leaders gather at IFS Connect

Nordic companies are increasingly focusing on faster implementation and measurable outcomes in their AI initiatives, as industry leaders prepare to gather at IFS Connect Nordics 2026, taking place tomorrom.

The annual event brings together customers, partners and experts from across the IFS ecosystem, and is expected to highlight how Industrial AI is evolving from early experimentation into practical use across ERP and asset-intensive industries. For many organizations, the focus is now shifting toward how AI can create value in day-to-day operations.

“The question is no longer whether companies should adopt AI, but how quickly they can make it deliver value in real business processes,” said Fredrik Wingren, Addovation, an IFS Premium Partner and Gold Sponsor at the event.

This shift is particularly visible in ERP environments, where companies are looking to integrate AI capabilities directly into core systems rather than running isolated pilot projects. The aim is to improve efficiency, support decision-making and make better use of available data.

Events such as IFS Connect play an important role in this development by providing a platform for sharing practical experiences and insights across industries. By bringing together organizations facing similar challenges, the event helps accelerate learning and identify new opportunities for improvement.

According to Addovation, there is also a growing need to validate AI use cases more quickly.

“We see a clear change in expectations. Organizations are increasingly focused on testing concrete ideas and understanding their value early,” Wingren said.

In response, companies are adopting more time-bound approaches to innovation, such as Addovation’s “AI in a Day,” where specific use cases are rapidly tested and developed into working prototypes.

This is driving broader interest in iterative ways of working, where solutions are developed and refined in shorter cycles rather than through long, exploratory projects. The goal is to reduce uncertainty while ensuring that initiatives are aligned with real operational needs.

At the same time, companies continue to face challenges related to data quality, system complexity and organizational readiness, which can influence how quickly AI solutions are implemented and scaled.

As Industrial AI adoption continues to mature across the Nordics, the ability to move efficiently from idea to implementation is becoming an important factor in realizing business value.

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Finance teams today are under more pressure than ever, handling growing invoice volumes, tighter deadlines, and increasing demands for accuracy, all while resources remain limited.

To address this challenge, Addovation has partnered with Snowfox to bring AI-powered invoice automation directly to IFS customers, helping finance teams eliminate manual work and focus on higher-value tasks.

Turning Invoice Chaos into Control

For many organizations, invoice processing is still heavily manual, requiring time-consuming data entry, coding, and approvals. The result is bottlenecks, errors, and frustrated teams. With Snowfox’s self-learning AI, Addovation customers can now automate most of the invoice handling directly within IFS Finance, without changing how their system works.

“Snowfox’s AI automation is a natural addition to the IFS solutions we deliver and a clear reflection of Addovation’s AI-first strategy.” said Fredrik Wingren, Chief Revenue Officer at Addovation. “This is not about introducing more complexity, but about removing friction from everyday finance processes so teams can focus on driving the business forward. Our role is to be a long-term, constantly curious partner that helps customers reduce manual work today while building more adaptive and intelligent operations for tomorrow.”

AI That Works in the Background

Unlike traditional automation tools, Snowfox’s AI continuously learns from historical data and user behavior, improving accuracy over time while operating inside existing IFS workflows.

That means:

  • No disruption to current processes
  • No heavy implementation projects
  • Immediate, measurable efficiency gains

In many cases, organizations can automate over 90% of invoice coding and significantly reduce manual intervention.“Finance teams are often overwhelmed with manual processes that haven’t kept up with the pace of business,” said Tuomas Haapsaari, Director of Partnerships at Snowfox. “Our goal is to remove that burden by embedding AI directly into the systems companies already rely on. Together with Addovation, we can help IFS customers unlock automation quickly and start seeing value from day one.”

As a leading IFS Regional System Integrator, Addovation will deliver Snowfox as part of its broader offering, ensuring customers receive both the technology and the expertise needed to succeed.

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ROL’s Story

– We kept to the schedule, the budget, and stayed calm.

This is how it went when the Swedish group ROL upgraded its ERP system

– We kept to the schedule, the budget, and stayed calm.

Production, automation, and logistics are just a few examples of the areas where ROL uses IFS Cloud. With four factories across different continents, around 900 employees, and offices in eight countries, it goes without saying that the Swedish company ROL has a lot to keep track of.

ROL has a 40-year history and today consists of two business areas. One focuses on height-adjustable desks, while the other works with retail interiors. A very important element that ties the business together is the ERP system IFS, which permeates almost everything ROL does. Recently, the company carried out an extensive migration to IFS Cloud, making its entire ERP solution as modern as possible.

New needs and new technologies

Martin Odqvist is CFO of ROL Group and is happy to elaborate on the process, together with his colleague Stefan Brengdahl, Director of ERP:

– We have been satisfied users of IFS ERP since 2005. We see the system as a very important enabler. It is a vital part of our success. We are very comfortable with IFS and continuously invest in developing our expertise, says Martin.

– We have a high degree of automation, and IFS also plays an important role there, as it can communicate with robotic cells and autonomous forklifts. We have come a long way in automation thanks to IFS ERP, Stefan explains.

With increasingly higher demands for production and efficiency, ROL decided to upgrade to IFS Cloud.

– This was a major change for us. We faced the choice of switching ERP systems or migrating to the cloud, but we were clear that we were satisfied IFS users and wanted to continue with it.

– The second question was who would help us with the process. And here as well, we had a well-functioning collaboration with Addovation, which we wanted to continue.

Stefan explains that the entire process took nine months to complete and involved around 10–15 people directly, with even more involved indirectly. At the same time, they changed their technical environment and operations partner, which is now also Addovation.

Everything went according to plan

Martin Odqvist summarizes the migration simply:

– We kept to the schedule, we kept to the budget, and we did not experience any serious problems during the transition. Those are the three factors I usually use to summarize our success story, he says.

To illustrate: he explains that when employees left work on the Friday before the migration, they could start again on Monday almost as if nothing had happened. There were some issues to handle, but overall everything worked very well. Out of a total of 900 employees, around 800 are directly affected by the update, and they can feel confident that everything works as it should, Martin explains.

– I have seen companies carry out similar upgrades that they had to abort because the process did not work as intended. They lost major contracts as a result.

ROL Group is very satisfied with its collaboration with Addovation over the past ten years.

Stefan also emphasizes how important a well-functioning system is for ROL Group:

– We run the IFS system across most of our processes. We use it in finance, procurement, production, warehousing, HR, and projects. So it really affects everything and everyone. The vast majority here use IFS daily. It is our core system. We do not allow other systems unless they provide a clear competitive advantage.

Always up to date and ready for new opportunities

Now that IFS Cloud is in place and thoroughly tested, Martin and Stefan can point to clear results.

– For us, IFS Cloud is the right platform to grow on. It is an investment. Now we can connect artificial intelligence. We are part of a larger community of many companies with the same agenda, able to exchange experiences, says Stefan.

– Then there is the evergreen functionality. Before migrating from version 10 to Cloud, we would have had to upgrade versions every three or four years. Even if there are challenges, we feel it is still the best solution for us. And we feel we have only just begun to explore all the opportunities opening up – whether AI features, integrations with other tools, and much more, he adds.

Both Martin and Stefan agree that Addovation has been an invaluable partner throughout the journey:

– We believe it has been extremely valuable to have a partner for ten years who understands what we do, who knows us and our specific characteristics. We know each other so well that we can bring out the best in one another. And we always reach our goals, concludes Martin Odqvist.

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Addovation has been selected by the Norwegian police as one of the suppliers in a framework agreement for the operation, maintenance, and further development of the national system for material preparedness (NaM). Through this agreement, Addovation will contribute expertise in IFS Cloud™ to support the management and continued development of a critical system for the agency.

This selection means that Addovation is among a limited number of qualified suppliers entrusted with supporting systems used in critical public sector functions. The agreement reflects the company’s proven expertise on the IFS Cloud platform, as well as its experience in delivering solutions in secure environments with high requirements for stability, control, and information security.

Extensive experience in implementing, operating, and further developing IFS solutions

For organizations responsible for critical infrastructure, control over data, operating environments, and supply chains is essential. Systems like NaM play a central role in ensuring proper control over materials, logistics, and preparedness. Therefore, strict requirements are placed on stability, security, and continuous improvement.

“In a time when digital systems are a central part of critical societal functions, the need for reliable suppliers with regional presence and deep technical expertise is increasing. We are proud to help strengthen secure digital platforms in the Nordic region,” says Joakim Hugosson, CEO of Addovation.

Addovation has extensive experience in implementing, operating, and further developing IFS solutions for organizations with complex operational requirements across energy, industry, services, and the public sector. Through this agreement, the company will help ensure a stable technical platform while continuing to develop the system in the years ahead.

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Digital VAT Reform Accelerates EInvoicing Across Europe

Electronic invoicing is moving from being an efficiency initiative to becoming a regulatory requirement for European businesses. Authorities across Europe are intensifying the digitalization of tax and reporting processes, and developments clearly point toward mandatory structured e invoicing within the B2B market.

Through the European Commission’s reform package VAT in the Digital Age, ViDA, structured electronic invoicing will become the standard for cross border B2B transactions no later than 2030. The reform aims to reduce VAT fraud, close the so called VAT gap and harmonize digital reporting across member states.

This development is part of a broader international trend. Several European countries, including Italy, France, Poland and Germany, have already introduced or announced phased requirements for B2B e invoicing. At the same time, Continuous Transaction Controls, CTC, are spreading globally.

Regulatory timelines are set

ViDA introduces mandatory structured e invoicing for cross border transactions within the EU, combined with digital reporting requirements. Several member states are also moving toward national mandates aligned with EU standards.

Traditional PDF and paper invoices will no longer be sufficient. Instead, machine readable, structured formats will be required to enable automated validation and more real time reporting. Invoice data is increasingly becoming the foundation for VAT reporting and regulatory compliance.

Focus on reducing the VAT gap

The European Commission has long identified the VAT gap, the difference between expected and actual VAT revenues, as a significant challenge.

Structured e invoicing and digital reporting are intended to increase transparency, reduce fraud and enable earlier detection of discrepancies. Countries that have already implemented clearance or CTC models have reported improved efficiency in tax collection.

Continued cost and efficiency pressure

Alongside regulatory requirements, companies face a growing need to streamline their finance functions.

Structured e-invoicing enables direct system to system transfer without manual data entry. This reduces processing time, error rates and the need for manual reconciliation. For companies handling large invoice volumes, automation is increasingly viewed as both a cost saving measure and a resilience factor.

Increased standardization across borders

Infrastructures such as Peppol play a central role in the development of standardized and secure document exchange.

Peppol was originally developed for the public sector but is now widely used in B2B transactions across several European markets. The network enables standardized formats and adaptation to emerging regulatory requirements.

“We see that ViDA clarifies the need for a common, standardized infrastructure for e invoicing across borders. Peppol is a crucial component in this. For us at Addovation, it is especially rewarding to be able to offer robust Peppol services to Nordic customers, whether they handle very large transaction volumes or smaller flows. Standardization creates predictability, scalability and security in a time of rapid regulatory change,” says Fredrik Wingren, CRO at Addovation.

ERP integration and digital maturity become strategically important

The transition to structured e invoicing requires many companies to upgrade their ERP systems, integration platforms and reporting solutions.

The digitalization of finance and tax functions is increasingly part of broader modernization programs. E invoicing readiness is therefore no longer viewed as an isolated IT project, but as a strategic transformation issue.

Growing need for guidance and deeper insight

As regulations and national implementations continue to evolve, finance and compliance functions are seeking guidance on timelines, technical standards and practical implications.

As part of this, Addovation, an experienced ERP partner focused on long-term customer relationships, is hosting an informative webinar highlighting how Peppol is part of the solution for the EU’s e invoicing requirements, ViDA and cross border business transactions.

The webinar is designed as a knowledge sharing session for those working with the transition to structured digital invoicing. Register for the webinar here and watch on-demand!

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Addovation is proud to announce that halstrup-walcher GmbH has gone live with its first web-based product configurator for the P26 product series, built on Addovation CPQ.

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Through this collaboration, Halstrup-Walcher is using Addovation CPQ as a public product configurator, enabling customers to easily configure their desired P26 solution online, visualize it instantly in 3D, and submit a quotation request directly via the web.

Seamless Integration to IFS Cloud

The result is a faster, more intuitive buying experience with full transparency from configuration to inquiry. Addovation CPQ also supports halstrup-walcher’s sales organization internally, allowing sales teams to generate accurate quotations significantly faster. With seamless integration to IFS Cloud™, the solution reduces manual work, ensures data consistency, and shortens lead times from customer inquiry to final quote.

“The launch of the product configurator as part of the Addovation CPQ system represents another important step in the digitalization of Halstrup-Walcher’s sales processes. With the seamless, pre-built integration into IFS Cloud, we were able to implement the solution in a very short time.

At the same time, the system offers great flexibility for customization. We now have a modern tool that reduces complexity, accelerates the quotation process, and improves the experience for both our customers and our internal sales team,” says Verena Naranjo Rodriguez, Managing Director of Halstrup-Walcher GmbH.

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The successful launch of the P 26.2 configurator marks an important milestone in Halstrup-Walcher’s digital sales journey and will serve as a template for future rollouts across other product categories. The joint initiative demonstrates how Addovation CPQ enables manufacturing companies to combine customer self-service, 3D visualization, and ERP integration into one streamlined, end-to-end sales process.

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Addovation is pleased to announce that Holtab has selected Addovation as its partner for the implementation of IFS Cloud and Addovation Engage, with a clear focus on long-term value creation. 

Holtab is a key player in electrifying society in the Nordics, delivering advanced power distribution solutions that support a reliable and sustainable electricity system. Based in Sweden, the company specializes in secondary substations and, prefabricated power solution – customized for utilities, industry, and renewable energy projects.

Operating within project-based manufacturing, Holtab faces high demands for predictability and close integration between projects, supply chain, and operations. Through this partnership, Holtab is establishing a modern, future-ready digital platform to support efficient day-to-day operations and enable long-term growth, strengthening its role in the energy transition across the Nordic region.

The agreement includes the implementation of IFS Cloud as a project-based solution, covering IFS licenses and IFS Cloud services, together with Addovation Engage to drive user adoption, collaboration, and value realization across the organization.

 

A Long-Term, Value-Driven Partnership 

Holtab’s ambition was to build a long-term partnership with a provider that understands the complexities of project manufacturing and can deliver real business outcomes. 

“Our ambition is to build a long-term partnership with a supplier that truly understands our industry and the complexities of project manufacturing,” said Freddie Börjesson, CIO at Holtab. “We chose Addovation who has proven delivery capability and the competence to help us realize the full value of our investment.” 

Holtab highlighted Addovation’s strong engagement, local presence, and professional approach as key decision factors. Addovation also demonstrated deep expertise in IFS Cloud and CPQ, with a clear focus on business value rather than technology alone. 

Focused on Outcomes 

The partnership goes beyond system implementation, with a shared focus on measurable business impact, improved predictability, and sustainable long-term value. 

“Success for us means more than meeting project milestones,” Freddie added. “It means working together with Addovation to strengthen our competitiveness, prepare for the future, and support sustainable growth over time.” 

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The agreement covers the upgrade to IFS Cloud as well as Managed Cloud Services, Application Lifecycle Management and a long-term collaboration model supporting Norautron’s international growth.

 

The transition program will commence in January, starting with an upgrade of the existing solution. Rollout to additional facilities will follow. Norautron has partnered with Addovation since 2020. This new agreement marks the next phase of a relationship built on trust, transparency, and shared long-term ambitions.

 

“Addovation has proven to be a trusted long-term partner, combining strong local presence with global delivery capabilities. Their commitment to supporting our business made them the natural choice going forward. With IFS Cloud, we will have a flexible and future-ready platform that supports our continued international growth,” says Thomas Wilhelmsen, CIO at Norautron.

 

Why Addovation 

Addovation was selected for its strong local presence and proven delivery capabilities across business areas. The combination of IFS Cloud’s flexibility and a partnership model focused on transparency, trust, and long-term commitment was decisive in Norautron’s decision.

Creating long-term customer value 

The agreement provides Norautron with predictable cost, a single strategic partner responsible for licenses, upgrades, and roadmap planning, and the flexibility required to scale operations across multiple countries.

“Our ambition is to create long-term customer value by combining predictable commercial models with deep industry and platform expertise. For Norautron, this means having one trusted partner taking end-to-end responsibility, from licenses and upgrades to execution and future development,” says Fredrik Wingren, CRO at Addovation.

 

  

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The implementation will initially be rolled out across the Nordic region and will later expand globally, covering core business processes including sales, finance, supply chain, manufacturing, and maintenance. The solution will support Bjelin’s sales companies, distribution centers, and seven production facilities worldwide.  

In recent years, Bjelin Group has made significant investments to expand production capacity and strengthen its global market position. The implementation of IFS Cloud represents a key milestone in the company’s digital transformation, enabling more efficient operations and improved ability to meet growing international demand.  

The objective of the IFS Cloud rollout is to unify business processes across the organization, strengthen planning and decision-making, improve capacity utilization and delivery precision, and increase transparency throughout the entire value chain.  

“Selecting IFS Cloud and Addovation is a key step in our long-term digitalization roadmap. We were looking for a solution that could support our global footprint while enabling continuous improvement of our core processes. Addovation’s industry knowledge and proven delivery capabilities give us confidence that we have the right partner to support Bjelin’s future growth,” says Erik Areskog Elming, Global IT Director at Bjelin Group.  

“We are proud to support Bjelin on this journey and look forward to building a long-term, trusted partnership,” says Joakim Hugosson, Group CEO at Addovation. “With our deep experience in the forestry and wood processing industries, we will deliver a world-class business system that supports Bjelin’s long-term growth and global ambitions.”  

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We’re setting up the pace towards Nordic excellence! There has been a strong focus on building expertise and creating a high-performing environment.

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“I’ve worked with ERP pretty much my whole life. I have 17 years of experience with IFS, where I was responsible for the entire consulting business in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. I’ve now been with Addovation for over five years.”

This is what Joakim Hugosson says, who today is the CEO of Addovation — a leading provider of ERP solutions such as IFS Cloud and NetSuite, along with the surrounding infrastructure.

Addovation has supported countless companies on their digital transformation journey

Now, the company itself is entering a new phase of change after new owners, the Norwegian investment firm Credo Partners, joined with ambitious plans for the future.

Joakim Hugosson’s point is that Addovation possesses a tremendous amount of expertise — and now has even greater opportunities to reach more customers across the Nordics. He’s happy to share more about Addovation’s story:

“It all started in Drammen in 2008. The founders were interested in making ERP systems easier to use. They wanted to develop technical solutions that made systems like IFS simpler and more efficient to work with. That’s something we still live by today.”

“In 2019, we reached a turning point where we decided to focus on a more long-term strategy and build a larger, more structured company with a clearer Nordic focus. Since then, we’ve grown rapidly and hired many highly skilled people — typically around 30 to 40 each year,” says Hugosson.

New owners with big ambitions

He explains that in recent years, there has been a strong focus on building expertise and creating a motivated, high-performing environment.

“Our goal now is to become the natural first choice in the areas we operate in. To achieve this, we need professional owners who can strengthen our long-term ambitions. We recently completed our first acquisition, and under the new ownership of Credo Partners, we plan to grow both organically and through further acquisitions.”

Addovation recently acquired EBS Consulting, giving them the largest team of NetSuite experts in the Nordics and making them the Alliance Partner with the most NetSuite specialists in the region. This aligns with their Nordic ambitions: Hugosson says that while Addovation is currently strong in Norway and Sweden, they have a smaller presence in Finland and are barely established in Denmark.

“We aim to build on what already exists in these countries. It’s important to emphasize that we are Nordic, that our decisions are made in the Nordics by people with Nordic values. Being Nordic is in our DNA. Many of our competitors are international companies based in Asia or the U.S., so our Nordic identity gives us a significant advantage. We intend to lead the way in development and provide our customers with the expertise they deserve.”

High level of expertise

Andreas Ehrengren, Chief Architect at Addovation, who also has extensive experience with IFS, elaborates on the expertise Addovation possesses today and intends to continue developing.

“IFS is particularly strong in industries such as manufacturing, service, construction, oil and gas, and so on. Heavy industries are something we excel at. In Sweden, for example, Addovation has offices in Jönköping, where there is a strong industrial base, and it is natural for us to have this type of customer.”

Innovation and new solutions

Addovation’s goal is for all their customers, regardless of industry, to benefit from the expertise and technologies being developed and integrated into workflows. Artificial intelligence is a natural area of focus.

“We’ve been talking about AI for many years, but now things are really starting to happen in our world. AI agents that can actually assist and help are proving very useful and can be implemented quite quickly. We’ve explored how AI can be used to access sensitive data that companies don’t want to share with external parties.”

“There’s a lot of potential in using these technologies to streamline complex decision-making and make faster decisions than humans can manage.”

“Of course, it’s also important that our data is well-organized, controlled, and accessible only to those who need it. There are frameworks and tools in place to manage this.”

The heart of the company

Both Andreas and Joakim emphasize that many of Addovation’s customers are engaged in very long-term partnerships — some have been with the company since 2008.

“During the acquisition by Credo Partners, they asked our customers what they value most, and the answer was almost unanimous: it’s our knowledge and expertise. Maintaining long-term relationships means we don’t have to start from scratch every time they need help,” says Andreas.

“When we carry out a major implementation, we get to know the customer very well. And that’s usually just the beginning of a journey. Changing an ERP system, for example, is like replacing the very heart of a business. We need to maintain it, update it, and modernize it. Keeping applications ‘evergreen’ isn’t the same as updating a smartphone operating system.”

Stability and range

Andreas Ehrengren also points out that what sets Addovation apart from many similar providers is the breadth of services they offer.

“We always look at what additional products we can offer alongside ERP. This could include automation services, product configurators, integration platforms, and more. It’s a major strength that we can make everything work seamlessly together.”

This aligns with Addovation’s overall strategy:

“We know that customers want a larger, stable player with deep expertise who is constantly up to date with new technologies and innovations. We need the capacity to stay at the forefront of development and deliver the value our customers deserve. Achieving this requires a certain scale to succeed,” concludes Joakim Hugosson.

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