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Sikich and PLAIO Announce Strategic Partnership to Drive AI-Powered Supply Chain Innovation for Life Science Companies 

Sikich

Oct 29 2025

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CHICAGO – Oct. 29, 2025 – Sikich, a Chicago-based leading global technology-enabled professional services company, today announced a strategic partnership with PLAIO, the pharmaceutical-native AI planning platform to help pharmaceutical manufacturers take control of their supply chains with precision, visibility and confidence.

Given the complexity and unforgiving nature of pharmaceutical planning, many teams remain constrained by outdated tools, siloed systems and minimal margin for error. Through this collaboration, Sikich and PLAIO combine their deep expertise and complementary solutions to help clients build resilient, adaptive supply chain planning capabilities. PLAIO’s AI-powered system enhances operations with forward-looking, optimized supply plans, end-to-end visibility and enterprise resource planning (ERP) integration.

“Sikich continues to help clients streamline operations, improve efficiency and future-proof their businesses,” said Sikich Principal Anand Shukla. “By partnering with PLAIO, we continue to deliver cutting-edge solutions that not only address today’s challenges but also prepare organizations for what’s ahead.”

PLAIO’s Supply Chain Planning Software will integrate with Sikich’s broad portfolio of technology and consulting services, enabling clients to achieve real-time visibility, smarter decision making and sustainable long-term performance. These solutions will support clients in their intelligence transformation journey.

“We are thrilled to partner with Sikich, a trusted leader in digital transformation and advisory services,” said PLAIO VP Global Business Development Ólafur Pálsson. “Together, we empower clients with innovative tools and strategies that maximize agility and drive measurable results.”

The partnership underscores both companies’ shared commitment to delivering forward-looking solutions that help organizations thrive in an increasingly dynamic and competitive landscape.

About Sikich

Sikich is a Chicago-based global company specializing in technology-enabled professional services. With approximately 2,000 employees, Sikich draws on a diverse portfolio of technology solutions to deliver transformative digital strategies. From corporations and not-for-profits to state and local governments and federal agencies, Sikich clients utilize a broad spectrum of services and products to help them improve performance and achieve long-term, strategic goals.

About PLAIO

PLAIO is the only AI-powered planning platform built specifically for the pharmaceutical industry. Designed by pharma experts, PLAIO replaces fragmented spreadsheets and generic tools with one visual platform purpose-built for demand, manufacturing, and purchase planning. Its automation-driven workflows help teams forecast with precision, adapt in real time, and make confident supply chain decisions, without the need for complex implementations or costly customizations. With PLAIO, planners move faster, waste less, and stay in control of every batch, shift, and scenario. Learn more at PLAIO.com.

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Sikich is a global company specializing in technology-enabled professional services. With more than 1,900 employees, Sikich draws on a diverse portfolio of technology solutions to deliver transformative digital strategies and is comprised of one of the largest CPA firms in the United States. From corporations and not-for-profits to state and local governments and federal agencies, Sikich clients utilize a broad spectrum of services* and products to help them improve performance and achieve long-term, strategic goals. *Securities offered through Sikich Corporate Finance LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through Sikich Financial, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. 