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From buzzword to architecture

The Avantgarde Co‑Pilot is designed as a technical component that fits seamlessly into real ERP landscapes. In this session, we go beyond high‑level descriptions and focus on architecture, APIs, and implementation details.

The webcast is aimed at Sage developers, partners, ISVs, and developers of proprietary solutions who want to understand how AI can be integrated, controlled, and extended within Sage 100 – rather than treated as a black box.

We will take a detailed look at:

• the technical architecture and concept of the Avantgarde Co‑Pilot
• API usage and integration via REST
• testing and connecting integrations using Postman
• embedding and extending the Co‑Pilot directly in Sage 100 using the AppDesigner

Prompt design in the ERP context

A special focus will be placed on prompt design for ERP use cases. While prompts are often discussed in generic terms, ERP systems require structure, stability, and reproducibility.

We will show how to design prompts that:

• align with business processes
• deliver consistent and reliable results
• can be reused and adapted for different use cases

All examples are drawn from practical developer scenarios – including extensions of existing add‑ons and custom solutions.

Why this webcast matters

After the session, participants will have a clear understanding of:

• how the Avantgarde Co‑Pilot is built
• how to implement their own integrations via API
• how to extend AI functionality directly within Sage 100
• how to design prompts specifically for ERP processes

This webcast is explicitly technical and focuses on implementation, not sales.

Join the Tech Deep Dive

If you are working with Sage 100 and want to integrate AI in a way that is clean, controllable, and production‑ready, this session is designed for you.

Questions and concrete use cases can be submitted in advance and will be addressed during the webcast.

We are looking forward to a focused, technical exchange and an open discussion around AI in real‑world ERP systems.

Artificial intelligence in ERP systems is discussed everywhere – but real value only emerges when AI is technically sound, transparently integrated, and practically extendable.

Especially for developers and solution architects, this raises a crucial question: How does AI actually work inside an ERP system like Sage 100?

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only becomes a true success factor when it is applied in a practical, integrated, and responsible way.
We are therefore especially pleased to have received the award “Niederrhein Manager – Strong Partner 2026 | The Largest Software Specialists”, which was presented to Avantgarde Business Solutions this year.
This recognition underlines our ambition to support companies not only technologically, but also strategically on their journey toward an AI‑driven working environment.
A key focus is the Avantgarde Co‑Pilot. Our AI assistant connects modern AI technologies with ERP systems, business processes, and everyday work, in a practical, secure, and production‑ready manner.
Whether it is analytics, assistive functions, or intelligent process support, the Co‑Pilot brings AI to where it truly creates measurable value.
That our expertise in AI, Modern Work, and ERP has now been publicly recognized makes us proud, especially because it reflects years of experience, close collaboration with customers, and a clear commitment to sustainable and responsible solutions.
Our conclusion: future‑proof IT is not built on buzzwords, but on well‑designed concepts, reliable integration, and genuine proximity to customers. That is what Avantgarde stands for and what distinguishes us as a strong partner.

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The future of software and AI engineering is not shaped by companies alone, but begins much earlier in education. This is precisely why Avantgarde Business Solutions is actively involved in the Software & AI Engineering Association Ruhrgebiet e.V. (FSAE).
The association’s goal is to more closely connect academic education with real-world practice and to give students early access to real challenges from business and technology. The FSAE brings academia and industry together in a targeted way, creating a platform for exchange, knowledge transfer, and joint development. The association is led by Prof. Dr. Thorsten Berger and Prof. Dr. Yannick Noller from Ruhr University Bochum, both well‑recognized experts in software and AI engineering. Together with additional universities and corporate partners, this forms a strong regional network for research, teaching, and innovation in the Ruhr area.

For Avantgarde, joining the FSAE is a logical and consistent step. As a company with a strong focus on ERP, Modern Work, artificial intelligence, and production‑ready automation, we know that strong solutions emerge where theory and practice come together early on. The FSAE is one of several academic cooperations through which we actively support the education of tomorrow’s experts and enable them to gain realistic insights into modern software and AI projects.

Actively supporting talent

This engagement goes far beyond knowledge transfer – it is about real‑world application. Through the FSAE, students gain opportunities to acquire hands‑on experience, whether as working students, interns, or through bachelor’s and master’s theses. At the same time, companies benefit from direct access to highly motivated young talent, current research results, and new impulses from academia.
Our own product development also benefits significantly. As a committed member of the association, we actively drive research initiatives forward. Insights from academic work flow directly into our solutions – including the continued development of the Avantgarde Co‑Pilot, which clearly benefits from these collaborations.

WIN–WIN–WIN

For students: working on real, relevant use cases.
For our customers: innovative, well‑founded, and future‑proof solutions.
What advantages does FSAE membership offer to Avantgarde?
Direct exchange with leading researchers in software and AI engineering, access to current research outcomes, regular meetups, workshops, and lectures, as well as early contact with qualified students who get to know Avantgarde as an attractive employer. The FSAE creates exactly the environment required for sustainable innovation.
Our conclusion: Future‑ready AI and software solutions emerge where education, research, and practice go hand in hand. Together, we are strengthening software and AI engineering in the Ruhr region – and we are looking forward to an exciting and innovative 2026.

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The demands placed on craft and trade businesses continue to rise, from the rapid availability of relevant information to increasingly precise planning and execution of projects. Modern systems therefore need to do more than operate reliably; they must also provide intelligent support. This is exactly where the combination of Sage 50 Handwerk and the Avantgarde Co‑Pilot comes into play.

In our upcoming webcast on April 7, 2026, from 16:00 to 16:30, we will demonstrate how artificial intelligence can make daily workflows more efficient, more transparent, and significantly easier to handle.

A Practical Look at AI‑Powered Assistance for Craft Businesses

Together with Thomas Striese (ISB) – an experienced expert with extensive insights from numerous real‑world trade projects – we will showcase how the Avantgarde Co‑Pilot delivers tangible value when combined with Sage 50 Handwerk:

• Fast and precise information retrieval directly from the system
• Intelligent support throughout various work processes
• Reduced manual searching and time‑consuming steps
• Improved transparency in day‑to‑day operations

During the live session, we will demonstrate how AI‑driven queries retrieve information in seconds, whether related to projects, materials, times, or orders, eliminating tedious manual research and unnecessary intermediary steps.

What You Can Expect in This Webcast

The webcast will focus on:

• Live demonstrations of AI‑powered queries in Sage 50 Handwerk
• Practical use cases straight from real‑world trade operations
• The Avantgarde Co‑Pilot as an intelligent day‑to‑day assistant
• Expert insights from Thomas Striese (ISB)

This combination clearly shows how Sage 50 Handwerk and the Avantgarde Co‑Pilot can streamline processes, strengthen data transparency, and support faster, better‑informed decision‑making.

Why Participation Is Worth It

By integrating artificial intelligence and smart system features:

• workflows become more efficient
• project and process transparency increases
• data can be used more strategically
• trade businesses gain immediate access to key information
• everyday tasks become noticeably easier

This turns digitalisation into a true success factor, particularly in environments where flexibility and quick responses are essential.

The session is now open for registration: Register Now
Participation is free, and attendees are welcome to submit questions via chat.
This webcast is designed exclusively for professional knowledge exchange and is not a sales‑driven event.

We look forward to your participation and an inspiring discussion!

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How can production KPIs be interpreted more quickly, deviations detected earlier, and root causes explained more clearly?

These questions are at the center of our upcoming webcast on March 3, 2026, from 16:00 to 16:30, where we will demonstrate how the Avantgarde Co‑Pilot enhances the Sage 100 production module with intelligent AI‑based capabilities.

The Co‑Pilot provides production‑relevant insights in natural language—instantly, accurately and directly within the system. At the same time, the AI automatically detects unusual patterns, highlights anomalies, and supports both production management and controlling in making faster, data‑driven decisions.

More Transparency and Agility in Manufacturing – Powered by AI

In the webcast, you will see live how the Avantgarde Co‑Pilot delivers instant insights into:

• Production orders
• Lead and processing times
• Scrap rates and quality deviations
• Capacity utilization and setup times
• Cost developments and efficiency metrics

All of this information is provided within seconds—including alerts for anomalies or irregular developments that may indicate risks or optimization potential.

This makes production not only more transparent but significantly more responsive.

Webcast Highlights

AI in Practice: Natural‑language insights into Sage 100 production—instantly available with no query knowledge required
Automatic Anomaly Detection: Early indicators of deviations and unusual developments
Live Demo of the Avantgarde Co‑Pilot in Manufacturing: Understand, explain and process production data with the help of AI
Greater Transparency for Production Management & Controlling: Faster decisions based on intelligent analytics
Roadmap & Outlook: Upcoming AI features and new content on the Avantgarde website

Join and Benefit

This webcast is ideal for production managers, controllers, digital process specialists, and all organizations aiming to make their manufacturing processes more efficient, transparent and future‑ready.

Recording Available: For anyone unable to attend the live session, a full recording will be made available afterward on the Avantgarde YouTube channel.

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How can balance sheets, BWAs and financial KPIs be understood, analyzed, and explained more quickly?
This question is at the heart of our upcoming webcast, where we demonstrate how the Avantgarde Co‑Pilot enhances the Sage 100 financial accounting module with a powerful, AI‑based assistant.

On February 3, 2026, from 16:00 to 17:00, participants will experience live how financial insights become instantly accessible through natural language – with no manual research, no complicated navigation, and no external tools required.

Understand Financial Data at a Glance – Powered by AI

The Avantgarde Co‑Pilot delivers explanations for balance sheet items, BWA results, income statement developments and financial indicators within seconds.
Whether used to support controlling, management decision‑making or day‑to‑day analysis, the AI provides clear, precise and actionable interpretations directly within the system.

Terms such as equity development, liquidity position or cost variances can be explained, contextualized and further detailed on demand—ideal for anyone who wants to gain insights more quickly and without complexity.

What to Expect in the Webcast

AI in Practice – Insights into Balance Sheets & BWAs
Experience how the Co‑Pilot answers typical finance questions and explains complex relationships in an understandable way.

Live Demonstration in Sage 100 Financial Accounting
We showcase real‑world use cases from balance sheet, income statement and BWA analysis—live in the actual system.

More Transparency for Controlling & Management
With AI, financial reports become significantly clearer, enabling faster and better‑informed decisions.

Roadmap & Outlook
We provide an overview of upcoming features and new content that will soon be available via the Avantgarde website.

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The ninth webcast by Avantgarde Business Solutions GmbH is now available as a full video on YouTube. This session focuses on how companies can modernize and future‑proof their Sage 100 environment by leveraging artificial intelligence, modern mobile and scanner technologies, and a fully web‑ and cloud‑enabled platform.

Together with IAS Software and Logisoft, we demonstrate how existing ERP processes can be meaningfully extended. IAS is a specialized provider of mobile data capture (MDE) and intelligent warehouse solutions that integrate seamlessly with Sage 100. Logisoft, on the other hand, has long been known for transforming Sage‑100 systems through web‑based interfaces, mobile applications, and modern APIs, enabling full cloud readiness. Both partners increasingly integrate AI capabilities into their solutions to make processes faster, safer, and more efficient.

In the webcast, you will experience how the Avantgarde Co‑Pilot acts as an intelligent AI assistant for partner modules. The Co‑Pilot helps users analyze complex data more easily, automate recurring tasks, and access relevant information significantly faster. Integrated directly into existing modules, the AI supports everyday work and reduces manual effort.

IAS Software then presents the latest version of its scanner technology for warehouse operations. The solution uses smart warehouse logic and AI‑supported validations to simplify workflows, reduce errors, and accelerate processes noticeably. This enables faster execution of tasks such as postings, transfers, and inventory operations.

Following this, Logisoft showcases “mydatastream”, a modern web and mobile platform that makes Sage 100 fully cloud‑ready. Through its browser‑based interface, users can access ERP functions from any location, digitize mobile workflows, and benefit from embedded AI features. Logisoft explains how artificial intelligence is integrated into the platform—for example, through automated data analysis, system‑generated recommendations, and smarter workflows for daily operations.

The webcast provides not only a technology overview but also concrete inspiration for strategically advancing your ERP environment. The demonstrated examples clearly show how companies can modernize their systems while laying the foundation for more automation, transparency, and speed.

Anyone looking to take their Sage‑100 landscape to the next level will find numerous practical ideas and solution approaches in this video.

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In Cologne, the spotlight was on how companies can meaningfully integrate AI into their processes. Particularly impressive were the showcased use cases in automation and sales. SAP presented “Jule,” a solution tailored for enterprise environments that illustrates how AI can streamline workflows. The program was further enriched by the Tech Value Map and the new study Performance Perspectives 2025, offering executives clear guidance for investment and prioritization. A central topic was the EU AI Act and the discussions made it clear: this isn’t just about regulatory theory, but about concrete steps companies can take today to prepare.

Beyond the presentations, the event offered plenty of opportunities for exchange. Conversations with experts like Alex Dickmann provided valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities for SMEs. Particularly exciting was the planned dialogue with the AI Village, the innovation campus for AI and robotics, and the German AI Association. And as it often happens: it’s a small world. Reconnecting with former colleagues like Benjamin Benning rounded off the day.
My takeaway from Cologne: Strategic thinking around AI creates real value. The technology is here, now it’s about using it wisely.

The KI.NRW event in Bochum took a different angle. Here, the focus was on security, connected AI systems, and industrial applications. Discussions emphasized that AI should not be viewed as an isolated tool, but as an integral part of a digital infrastructure that strengthens SMEs. Cybersecurity was a major theme. AI can act both as an attack vector and a defense mechanism, a modern game of cat and mouse. In conversations with experts like Prof. Thorsten Berger from Ruhr University Bochum, topics included integrating AI into existing systems (cloud-based or on-premises) and the strengths and weaknesses of various language models. Dialogues with Dr. Christian Temath and Thomas Lämmer-Gamp further underscored the importance of building bridges between research and practice while investing in the future.
A key question remains: How do we build trust in AI, not just in academic circles, but in the everyday work of employees?

This is exactly where the Avantgarde Co-Pilot comes in. Our solution is not hype, it’s a tool for productive use. It’s secure, scalable, and practical. Most importantly, it integrates quickly into existing processes and meets the highest standards for data sovereignty and compliance. This is especially crucial for SMEs.
In direct comparison, solutions from SMEs for SMEs are often more targeted.

The Avantgarde Co-Pilot is ready to deploy faster than many enterprise solutions and delivers real value.

Now is the time for companies to act. It’s essential to prioritize use cases that deliver measurable benefits, clarify architecture and data access, and embed security by design. Requirements from the EU AI Act must be integrated early into processes. Those who start lean, learn fast, and scale responsibly gain a clear competitive edge.

Discover the Avantgarde Co-Pilot Today

• Request a free short demo
• Get our EU AI Act preparation checklist
• Book a use-case sparring session

  Secure your appointment now.

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Digitalization and artificial intelligence are unlocking new opportunities to make sales processes more efficient, higher in quality, and strategically controllable.
In the upcoming webcast, you’ll discover how to evolve your company’s inventory management in a future-oriented and data-driven way.

In this free online session, our Avantgarde Solution Architect Björn Fox will explore the following topics:

• Intelligent integration of your company data
• Optimization of sales processes using our smart AI assistant
• Funding opportunities for AI projects in Germany and North Rhine-Westphalia
• Latest updates on our AI website: www.ava-co-pilot.de

A key advantage of a digital sales strategy is the reduction of careless mistakes and misinterpretations.
This not only increases efficiency in everyday business operations but also establishes a foundation for reliable and scalable processes.

Couldn’t attend live?
The recording of the 30-minute online session is now available on our Avantgarde YouTube channel.
Watch it now:

Der Beitrag Co-Pilot Webcast – October 7: AI for Efficient Inventory Management erschien zuerst auf Avantgarde.