BRISBANE, Australia – 10 April 2026 – Fishbowl, the preferred manufacturing and inventory management software for Xero and QuickBooks users, has launched its new cloud-based AI operations platform in APAC. Introducing AI operations assistant ‘Juno’, the platform debuts AI Manufacturing, which prepares jobs by checking materials, flagging shortages and generating work orders, as the first release in a broader AI rollout aimed at supporting SMB growth.
Designed for small and mid-sized businesses using Xero and Intuit QuickBooks, the new AI operations platform delivers intelligent automation to manufacturing teams, reducing manual processes to drive sustainable scale. The launch marks the release of Fishbowl’s cloud-based platform in APAC, which connects inventory, purchasing, warehousing, and production into one intelligent, optimised system that is built from the ground up with AI at its core.
“We previously looked at Fishbowl Advanced legacy software and, while it was feature-rich, we wanted a cloud-based solution,” said Amanda Morcom, General Manager, Offroad Industries. “We are now implementing Fishbowl’s new cloud inventory with the Juno AI agent and are excited to see how these tools will add efficiency to our day and business overall.”
“APAC businesses are under pressure to operate leaner while delivering faster and more reliably,” said Simon Jupe, Managing Director, APAC at Fishbowl. “This launch marks a significant shift. We’ve built a cloud-based, AI-native platform that supports daily operations, whether it’s turning sales orders into work orders or generating complex bills of materials. It’s about moving from reactive management to intelligent execution and scalable operational growth.”
Far more than just a typical AI chat interface, Juno acts as an autonomous operations specialist, doing the work that planners, buyers, and production leads typically handle for manufacturing jobs. Unlike traditional systems, Fishbowl’s AI-native operations platform continuously evaluates crucial manufacturing workflow data such as vendor lead times, orders, inventory, and bills of materials to identify what’s ready, what’s at risk, and what action should be taken next.
“With Juno, businesses can use the new Fishbowl AI operations platform to analyse business data and autonomously prepare, prioritise, and streamline daily manufacturing execution,” said Jupe. “For businesses that rely on a handful of experienced team members manually reconciling orders, stock levels, materials, and supplier timelines, this new capability removes daily preparation burdens with intelligent automation, supporting scale without the cost.”
From Visibility to Intelligent Action
The new cloud-native Fishbowl Inventory Management System translates operational data into ready-to-review actions, helping teams to:
● Maintain accurate, real-time inventory visibility
● Prevent stockouts and excess inventory
● Prioritise picking, receiving, and transfers
● Draft purchase orders aligned to supplier lead times and inventory requirements
● Identify risks before they disrupt fulfilment
With Fishbowl’s new AI Manufacturing capabilities, businesses can use the platform to:
● Know what is buildable before scheduling production
● Detect material shortages early
● Prepare manufacturing and work orders faster
● Draft purchase orders based on real constraints
● Reduce manual planning time and optimise production schedules
Juno, the AI operations assistant that sits at the centre of the new Fishbowl functionality, works continuously in the background, ensuring teams start each day with clarity, not uncertainty.
Designed for Growing APAC Businesses
Fishbowl’s cloud-based, AI operations platform is built for small and mid-sized businesses that want stronger operational control without the complexity and cost of a traditional ERP system.
By connecting accounting systems like Xero and Quickbooks with inventory, warehouse, and manufacturing workflows, Fishbowl’s cloud solution creates a unified operational process that reduces spreadsheet dependency and improves execution consistency across teams.
This results in:
● Faster operational decision-making
● Reduced manual administration
● Improved on-time performance
● Greater confidence in daily execution
● Scalability without proportional headcount growth
“Fishbowl’s cloud-based, AI operations platform augments teams working in manufacturing businesses, freeing up their time for more strategic tasks,” said Jupe. “It handles the repetitive preparation work so teams can focus on higher-value decisions, customer service, and growth.”
Availability
Fishbowl’s AI-first, cloud-based operations platform – starting with Juno as part of the new AI Manufacturing capability – is now available to businesses across Australia, New Zealand, and the broader APAC region.
To learn more or request a demonstration, visit: https://www.fishbowlinventory.com/
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