Software AG is partnering with Detego, a vendor of business intelligence for the fashion industry, to provide retailers with item-level merchandise location, visibility and analytics in real time.

Software AG has launched a new version of its webMethods platform. Version 9.5 combines cloud, mobile and social technologies with automated business processes.

Software AG has introduced iKnow, a visibility product for managing the order-to-cash process. According to the vendor, the new tool provides users with the knowledge and context needed to detect and diagnose supply-chain anomalies in real time.

Software AG has acquired my-Channels, a London, England-based provider of low-latency messaging software. The deal will enable customers of Software AG to integrate their software applications and mobile devices through a single messaging layer.