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Irish Independent
30-04-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
50 new jobs for Cork as US software company announces expansion
Canto, a leading provider of digital asset management (DAM) software announced expanded operations in Ireland on Wednesday, April 30. The investment will strengthen Canto's existing innovation centre in Cork, with plans to grow the office as part of the company's global product development strategy. This project is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland. Minister for Enterprise, Tourism & Employment Peter Burke TD said: 'The Cork region, with its strong educational institutions like University College Cork and Munster Technological University, provides an excellent environment for fostering innovation and developing specialised talent. Minister Burke continued: 'IDA Ireland provides invaluable support to companies seeking to utilise this ecosystem. We look forward to Canto's continued growth and positive impact.' The CEO of Canto Wain Kellum said the continued expansion underscores their confidence in the exceptional technical talent and innovation ecosystem in Ireland. 'As demand for our single-source-of-truth digital asset management solutions continues to accelerate, our Cork operations will play a pivotal role in driving next-generation product development and supporting customers across the entire content ecosystem — from creation to delivery.' Cork will serve as a strategic European hub for several core initiatives, including advanced AI research, cloud infrastructure optimisation, frontend modernisation and the continued development of Canto's unified DAM and product information management (PIM) platform. The Cork facility will drive further integration and enhancement of these technologies across Canto's product portfolio. These innovations come at a critical time, as organisations worldwide are under pressure to manage increasingly complex digital content ecosystems. CEO of IDA Ireland Michael Lohan said: "Canto's decision to grow its presence in Cork is a strong endorsement of the country's reputation as a leading hub for innovative technology companies. Our deep talent pool, stable business environment and strong track record in supporting global companies make Ireland an attractive location for growth and innovation." ADVERTISEMENT The jobs announcement follows a period of substantial growth for Canto. The company currently serves approximately 4,000 customers globally across industries including retail, manufacturing, healthcare, education, technology, and beyond. Backed by best-in-class support and implementation, Canto empowers industries like retail, manufacturing, technology, healthcare, and more to manage their growing content libraries. Headquartered in Atlanta, with offices in Berlin, Cork, and Sydney, Canto supports teams worldwide in optimising their content workflows.
RTÉ News
30-04-2025
- Business
- RTÉ News
Canto to expand Cork operations, create 50 jobs
US firm Canto, which provides digital asset management software for organisations worldwide, is expanding its operations at its innovation centre in Cork. The company's investment in its Cork operations, supported by IDA Ireland, will create 50 jobs. Canto said the Cork office will serve as a strategic European hub for several core initiatives, including advanced AI research, cloud infrastructure optimisation, frontend modernisation, and the continued development of its unified DAM and product information management (PIM) platform. The company also plans to partner with local universities and research institutions to foster innovation and develop specialised talent pipelines. Canto serves about 4,000 customers globally across industries including retail, manufacturing, healthcare, education, technology and beyond. "This investment reflects our commitment to staying ahead of the curve in digital asset management," Brendan Butler, Managing Director at Canto Ireland, said. "Working with IDA Ireland has been instrumental in making this expansion possible. By connecting with Ireland's world-class technology community, we're able to accelerate the development of solutions that directly address our customers' most pressing content management challenges," he added. "As we continue to expand our global engineering efforts, Ireland is proving to be an essential part of our success story. Our continued expansion underscores our confidence in the exceptional technical talent and innovation ecosystem here," Wain Kellum, CEO of Canto, said. "Our Cork operations will play a pivotal role in driving next-generation product development and supporting customers across the entire content ecosystem - from creation to delivery," he added. Michael Lohan, the CEO of IDA Ireland, said that Canto's decision to grow its presence in Cork is a strong endorsement of the country's reputation as a leading hub for innovative technology companies. "Our deep talent pool, stable business environment, and strong track record in supporting global companies make Ireland an attractive location for growth and innovation," the IDA boss added. Minister for Enterprise, Tourism & Employment Peter Burke said that Canto's investment reinforces Ireland's position as a leader in AI and software development. "The Cork region, with its strong educational institutions like University College Cork and Munster Technological University, provides an excellent environment for fostering innovation and developing specialised talent, and IDA Ireland provides invaluable support to companies seeking to utilise this ecosystem," Mr Burke said. "As we continue to expand our global engineering efforts, Ireland is proving to be an essential part of our success story. Our continued expansion underscores our confidence in the exceptional technical talent and innovation ecosystem here," said Wain Kellum, CEO of Canto. "As demand for our single-source-of-truth digital asset management solutions continues to accelerate, our Cork operations will play a pivotal role in driving next-generation product development and supporting customers across the entire content ecosystem — from creation to delivery."
Irish Times
30-04-2025
- Business
- Irish Times
Software company Canto to expand Cork base
Digital asset management software company Canto is to expand its operations in Ireland, creating 50 jobs and growing its office in Cork as part of its global product development strategy. Canto, which currently has an innovation centre in Cork, plans for the Irish operation to take a more pivotal role in the business. The expansion will see the Cork centre become a strategic European hub for core initiatives such as advanced AI research, cloud infrastructure optimisation, front-end modernisation, and the continued development of Canto's unified DAM and product information management (PIM) platform. 'As we continue to expand our global engineering efforts, Ireland is proving to be an essential part of our success story. Our continued expansion underscores our confidence in the exceptional technical talent and innovation ecosystem here,' said Wain Kellum, chief executive of Canto. 'Our Cork operations will play a pivotal role in driving next-generation product development and supporting customers across the entire content ecosystem — fro– creation to delivery.' READ MORE Canto currently has around 4,000 customers globally across industries including retail, manufacturing, healthcare, education and technology, and has seen significant growth in recent years. It has made a number of acquisitions in recent years, including MerlinOne in 2023 and Image Relay in 2024, which strengthened key technologies such as visual search across the company. The Cork operation will help integrate and enhance these technologies further across Canto's product portfolio. Among the research and development activities planned for the Cork centre are advancing AI models for intelligent asset discovery and management and optimising cloud infrastructure. The latest expansion project is being supported by the Government through IDA Ireland. Minister for Enterprise, Tourism & Employment Peter Burke said the investment reinforced Ireland's position as a leader in AI and software development. 'The Cork region, with its strong educational institutions like University College Cork and Munster Technological University, provides an excellent environment for fostering innovation and developing specialised talent, and IDA Ireland provides invaluable support to companies seeking to utilise this ecosystem,' he said. 'We look forward to Canto's continued growth and positive impact.'
Irish Examiner
29-04-2025
- Business
- Irish Examiner
US multinational Canto to expand Cork office with creation of 50 new jobs
US digital asset management firm Canto is expanding its presence in Ireland with 50 new jobs to be created at its Cork office. Expected to be filled in the next three years, the multinational's expansion will see its employee headcount in Cork grow to more than 80, with plans to grow its strategic European hub part of the company's global product development strategy. Established in Ireland in October 2023 and located on South Mall, Canto helps global brands maximise their digital content through AI. The Cork office will help with several key initiatives, Canto said, including advanced AI research, cloud infrastructure optimisation, frontend modernisation, and the continued development of Canto's unified digital asset management and product information management (PIM) platform. The announcement follows a period of substantial growth for Canto, with the company serving around 4,000 customers globally across retail, manufacturing, healthcare, education and technology. Speaking on the firm's growing Irish presence, CEO of Canto, Wain Kellum said the 50 new jobs will be spread across the company's operations. "We first came here because of the university system and the ability to hire exceptional engineers. We wanted to build a centre of excellence and when we did that, we saw the quality of people you can hire here across all departments of the company." "Cork is fantastic for us. It is an unbelievable place to hire good talent." Canto's expansion comes as US companies face increasing pressure from US President Donald Trump to invest domestically. However, speaking to the Irish Examiner, Mr Kellum said its Cork expansion is crucial to the multinational. "We are a fast-growing software that serves an ever-increasing number of customers all over the world. It is impossible to build a global company in just one specific geography. "There is also not a single geography that we are not adding to. But we like the talent here, as well as the time zone and accessibility. We continue to grow rapidly in Europe, but also in the US." Commenting on the announcement, Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke said the investment "underscores our dedication to innovation and technological advancement, reinforcing Ireland's position as a leader in AI and software development. "The Cork region, with its strong educational institutions like University College Cork and Munster Technological University, provides an excellent environment for fostering innovation and developing specialised talent." The expansion is supported by the IDA, with CEO of the agency Michael Lohan saying Canto's choice of Cork is a "strong endorsement of the country's reputation as a leading hub for innovative technology companies." "Our deep talent pool, stable business environment, and strong track record in supporting global companies make Ireland an attractive location for growth and innovation," Mr Lohan continued. Looking forward, Mr Kellum said the company will continue to expand in new markets, which will be helped by its Cork hub. "Right now, 60% of our revenues come from the US, with our business in Europe taking much of the remainder. "There's a massive opportunity for us to expand into Asia-Pacific, so it would be fairly typical for a software company like us to end up with more revenue outside the US than inside," Mr Kellum continued. "Our Cork office will help us service those customers we add across Europe and through Eurasia."
Techday NZ
21-04-2025
- Business
- Techday NZ
Inriver unveils new vision to guide brands in digital commerce
Inriver has launched a new brand vision, Control the Product Data Current, to help businesses respond to shifting buyer behaviours and market demands. The company reports that changing consumer habits, including stockpiling essentials, increased secondhand shopping, and the adoption of mindful consumption practices such as "No-Buy 2025," are driving demand for more accurate, consistent, and transparent product information. Inriver's new brand includes a refreshed visual identity and updated messaging, which the company says are focused on supporting business outcomes and building consumer trust during a period of market complexity and evolving purchasing patterns. The brand experience is constructed around three main outcomes: unification, which aims to create a single source of truth for product data to maintain consistency across a company's ecosystem; storytelling, which utilises artificial intelligence-powered solutions to turn product data into compelling narratives; and momentum, which is designed to help brands enter new markets confidently and optimise engagement at every touchpoint. Inriver states that these outcomes are designed to provide customers with the tools needed to adapt and lead in the next stage of digital commerce, responding promptly as market dynamics change. Rohit Goyal, Inriver Chief Executive Officer, stated, "This new vision represents a bold step forward in serving our customers. As commerce becomes more complex and customer expectations rise, brands need a partner they can trust to deliver accurate, consistent, and compelling product experiences. Our new brand reflects our focus on helping them earn and sustain customer trust at every touchpoint." "While our identity is evolving, what remains unchanged is our dedication to customer success, our expert support, and our commitment to product innovation. Together, these updates position Inriver customers to respond faster to change and stay ahead in a marketplace where agility and accuracy are essential." The company's platform was recently recognised with a Global Tech Award in the Retail Technology category. According to Inriver, a key factor in receiving this award was the introduction of Inriver Inspire in 2024, a feature that utilises generative artificial intelligence to automatically create tailored product descriptions, social media content, and search engine optimisation keywords that adapt to market trends and consumer preferences. Inriver reports that the Inspire feature has already generated significant results for customers, including more than doubling the processing speed for large product catalogues. The company highlights the combination of artificial intelligence with its unified product information management (PIM) platform as setting a new benchmark in retail technology, enabling brands to advance their digital commerce efforts with confidence and agility. The next phase of Inriver's plans includes PIMpoint on Tour, a global series of events with stops in cities such as Copenhagen, London, New York, and Amsterdam. The company says that these gatherings will bring together customers, partners, and industry experts to explore the role of trusted product data in unlocking commercial potential. They will also share practical insights and customer stories aimed at accelerating progress toward dependable commerce experiences.
