Forterro and AWS agree new strategic partnership to accelerate cloud ERP transformations
Strengthened partnership means industrial midmarket companies can use Forterro’s cloud ERP with all the innovation, scalability and security benefits that comes with AWS
European software provider Forterro has announced a new long-term strategic partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to offer its cloud solutions on AWS, allowing customers to rapidly deploy Forterro’s ERP solutions while leveraging the reliability, security and scalability of AWS.
Forterro wanted a more direct relationship with AWS because of its growing focus on cloud, driven by increasing adoption of cloud technologies across its midmarket industrial customer base. By deepening its collaboration with AWS, Forterro gains direct access to AWS experts, enhanced technical support, improved product modernisation capabilities, deeper collaboration, and a stronger foundation for innovation and security.
“As our cloud transformation accelerated, we wanted a stronger and more direct relationship with AWS,” said Sébastien Weill, VP Product Management, Forterro. “This strengthened partnership gives us closer access to AWS experts, enabling us to enhance our cloud offerings, provide even better customer support, and innovate faster, particularly in AI.”
“For our customers, the ability to scale is vital and it’s a reason that many of our on-prem customers are moving to the cloud. AWS is inherently scalable and provides customers with the reassurance that they scale up or down according to current requirements.”
The partnership aligns with growing cloud adoption trends, particularly among midmarket industrial companies transitioning from on-premise solutions. Forterro, primarily serving this sector, has seen its cloud sales grow 177% year-on-year.
“At AWS, we believe that strong partnerships drive successful cloud transformations,” commented Miguel Álava, General Manager, AWS for Software Companies, EMEA. “By deepening our collaboration with Forterro, we are bringing our teams closer together to provide customers with a seamless, scalable, and future-ready ERP experience — one that combines AWS’s cloud expertise with Forterro’s deep industry knowledge.”
Forterro had previously worked with AWS via a partner, but Forterro customers can now expect even greater availability, with no disruption to existing services, and uninterrupted access to Forterro’s cloud ERP solutions. Furthermore, they will also benefit from faster issue resolution with direct AWS technical assistance, improving service efficiency and reliability.
“Our Solutions Architects for software vendors, supported by a team of specialists, will leverage their expertise to help Forterro maximise the potential of cloud technology,” said Johan Broman, Head of Solutions Architect, AWS for Software Companies, EMEA. “Through this strengthened partnership, we will enable Forterro's customers to experience secure, scalable, and high-performing ERP solutions, while transforming their software using AWS's most advanced services.”
As Forterro continues to increase focus on its cloud ERP solutions, it is actively exploring new ways to expand its AWS presence, including increased participation in AWS-led industry events and cloud innovation initiatives.
“This partnership is a natural next step for Forterro as we continue to support our customers’ cloud transformations,” added Marcus Pannier, President, Forterro. “By working directly with AWS, we are strengthening our commitment to providing future-proof, secure, and high-performance cloud ERP solutions.”