Epicor Insights 2026: Agentic AI, 90-Day ERP Go-Lives and Cloud Migration Explained
3 June 2026
Epicor Insights 2026 revealed major shifts in ERP strategy, including agentic AI, accelerated 90-day cloud deployments, and the transition away from on-premise systems by 2028.1. This recap breaks down what manufacturing and distribution leaders need to know to prepare for the future of Epicor ERP.
The Concerti team was in Nashville in May 2026 to attend Epicor Insights 2026 alongside our valued customers and partners. Sharing this experience with over 4,100 attendees made one thing clear: the landscape of industrial digital transformation is shifting away from rigid, legacy structures toward a deeply intelligent, AI-fueled approach.
You can also watch our recap video to see highlights from the event and hear insights directly from our team on the ground.
Epicor Prism and Agentic AI in ERP
A major focus of the conference was Epicor’s upcoming evolution from a traditional system of record to a “system of outcomes” powered by cognitive ERP software. Epicor introduced its new Agentic AI Stack, which will use autonomous Epicor Prism AI agents to act as specialized digital colleagues rather than simple chatbots.
To ensure these tools remain practical and safe as they roll out, Epicor designed the Lux user experience framework to enforce strict guardrails, keeping a human in the loop at every critical decision point. For future customization, the upcoming Prism Agent Foundry will provide a low-code workspace where partners and customers can build vertical-specific AI agents tailored to unique operational needs.
Attendees got a firsthand look at specific capabilities that will soon transform manufacturing cloud ERP trends:
- The App Studio Developer Agent: This agent will eliminate the click extensive screen customization by allowing developers to use plain English prompts to instantly generate rules and user interface layers.
- The MRP Log Agent: Supply chain teams will be able to use natural language to interrogate complex Material Requirements Planning logs, asking conversational questions about supply or demand recommendations.
Epicor is also building toward a “Headless ERP” model by leveraging the Model Context Protocol (MCP). This protocol will eventually allow Epicor Prism to securely connect and share context with external LLMs like ChatGPT and Claude.
From our perspective, agentic AI will not be a technology challenge for most companies, but an organizational one. The real risk is not adoption, but misuse or lack of governance, especially in highly regulated manufacturing environments.
90-Day ERP Cloud Deployments: What It Means for Midmarket Companies
A persistent challenge in ERP software has always been the length and complexity of implementation. Epicor plans to address this head-on by expanding its data-automation capabilities through the Ascend with Epicor 90 day program, which will target accelerated cloud deployments for qualified midmarket customers.
This upcoming acceleration will be achieved by using advanced AI to automate the heaviest, most error-prone phases of data migration, including data auditing, cleansing, and validation. By removing manual bottlenecks, Epicor aims to cut traditional deployment timelines by up to 40%. This rapid time-to-value will represent a massive win for companies navigating high-stakes growth scenarios, such as onboarding newly acquired facilities without stalling daily operations.
While 90-day ERP deployments are compelling, they will not be realistic for every organization. Companies with complex legacy systems, multiple plants, or poor data quality should expect a more gradual transition despite automation gains.
Game-Changing Operational Roadmap Features
Beyond major AI stacks, the product roadmap revealed tactical features designed to streamline daily shop floor and distribution management over the coming years.
Perpetual MRP
Epicor will replace rigid, event-driven batch processing with a new feature called Perpetual MRP. Instead of forcing teams to wait for resource-intensive overnight runs, the system will constantly monitor supply and demand in a continuous, real-time stream. Epicor’s goal is to shrink MRP processing times from hours to mere minutes, giving teams instant data visibility.
Enhanced Troubleshooting and Testing Tools
While some features are still in development, a newly revamped Recorder Tool is already available as a free Chrome extension on EpicWeb. It allows users to record software processes when a glitch occurs, automatically generating a step-by-step PDF with screenshots to hand over to tech support. In the future, this tool will integrate tightly with a licensable testing automation platform, allowing businesses to seamlessly test core quote-to-cash processes before deploying system updates.
Epicor Cloud Migration Strategy: What Happens Before 2028.1
The conference also addressed an essential strategic milestone on the horizon: Epicor officially announced that release 2028.1 will be the final on-premises version for Kinetic, Prophet 21, and Eclipse.
Understanding that an Epicor cloud migration requires careful planning, Epicor leadership leaned directly into customer concerns by hosting transparent Q&A sessions. They emphasized that they are actively listening to the community and are currently developing hybrid bridge solutions to give on-premises users a controlled, successful path forward.
By 2028.1, cloud ERP will no longer be a competitive advantage but a baseline requirement for manufacturing and distribution companies who want to get the most out of their ERP solutions.
Key Takeaways from Epicor Insights 2026
- Agentic AI becomes core to ERP
- 90-day deployments reshape implementation models
- 2028.1 will be the last on-premises version
- Continuous MRP replaces batch processing
- Human-in-the-loop remains critical
Epicor Insights 2026 signals a clear shift: ERP is becoming more intelligent, faster to deploy, and fully cloud-driven. However, success will depend less on technology adoption speed and more on execution, governance, and organizational readiness.The combination of agentic AI, rapid cloud deployment, and the end of on-premise ERP creates both opportunities and risks. The companies that will succeed are not the ones that adopt faster, but the ones that adopt smarter.
Epicor Agentic AI uses autonomous AI agents embedded in ERP to perform tasks, analyze data, and assist users in decision-making while keeping humans in control.
Epicor’s 90-day program aims to accelerate ERP cloud deployment by automating data migration and reducing implementation timelines by up to 40%.
Epicor announced that version 2028.1 will be the final on-premise release for Kinetic, Prophet 21, and Eclipse.
– Manufacturing executives planning ERP upgrades
– IT leaders managing cloud migration
– Operations teams using MRP
– ERP decision-makers evaluating AI integration
Have questions about what these future updates mean for your operations? Reach out to our team today. We are always here to help you map out a clear, successful strategy for the future.
To catch the next major roadmap announcements as they happen, save the date for next year. Epicor Insights 2027 will be heading to the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas from May 10 to 13, 2027. Trust us, you will want to be there!
