The NetSuite 2025 Release 1 is here — and it’s packed with powerful enhancements designed to help your business work smarter, not harder. From embedded AI tools that streamline reporting and support, to improvements in financial forecasting, scheduling, field service, and customisation — this release sets a new standard for ERP innovation.
Here’s what’s new and exciting in 2025.1:
AI is Everywhere: Smarter Decisions at Your Fingertips
NetSuite is embedding AI throughout the platform, making it easier than ever to automate tasks, surface insights, and communicate effectively across teams.
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Narrative Reporting: Automatically generate written insights and explanations from financial and transactional data using GenAI. Perfect for reducing manual reporting time and surfacing trends and variances fast.
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SuiteAnswers, Powered by NetSuite Expert: Get precise answers to your NetSuite questions with AI-enhanced search — no more digging through endless help docs.
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AI in Analytics Warehouse: Ask a question in natural language and watch the Oracle AI Assistant create charts and visuals instantly. Features like Auto-Insights and Explain help uncover trends and anomalies without the heavy lifting.
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SuiteScript Generative AI API: Developers can now build powerful NetSuite extensions with embedded AI using OCI-powered LLMs.
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Prompt Studio + Text Enhance: Tailor how NetSuite’s AI creates content — from transaction descriptions to custom narratives — ensuring it aligns with your business voice.
Smarter Financials & Forecasting
Financial management gets a boost with tools that increase accuracy and streamline cash flow visibility:
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Australia Bank Feeds: A new “Business Disclosure” option makes it easier for Australian users to authorise direct bank data imports in compliance with local regulations.
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NetSuite Cash 360: Now includes installment dates and amounts to give a more complete picture of your incoming and outgoing cash.
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SuiteBilling Enhancements: More flexibility in managing subscription-based revenue models.
Operational Efficiency: Field Service, Manufacturing & Shipping
Running operations just got more efficient with new tools for field teams, planners, and warehouse managers.
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Field Service Management:
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One-click bulk upload of images and documents from mobile.
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Time-based job tracking auto-generates time bills for easier billing and payroll.
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Specialised User Roles: New roles for CRM and “view-and-approve” users offer cost-effective access for teams needing only limited visibility.
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Auto Serial Numbering: Automatically generate serial numbers to improve inventory traceability and reduce human error.
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Manufacturing Scheduler: Efficiently allocate jobs across multiple work centres, taking into account time, dependencies, and calendar constraints.
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Ship Central Upgrades:
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Set flat, markup, or discounted rates.
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Compare shipping rates mid-order.
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Capture pallet weights via weighing scale integration.
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Developer Tools: AI-Powered Customisation Made Easy
Developers now have more flexibility to build AI-infused experiences:
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SuiteScript LLM Module: Tap into OCI Generative AI to add intelligent features to your customisations and SuiteApps.
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Prompt Studio: Define your own AI-powered text generation flows — ideal for content-heavy custom fields.
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New Code Samples: Dive into examples covering Generative AI APIs, Single Page Applications (SPAs), and more.
Release Timing & Preview Access
NetSuite delivers updates twice a year — and most new features are available to you at no additional cost. Be sure to:
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Check the Release Notes for a full breakdown (NetSuite login required).
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Use the Release Preview Guide to test new features in your sandbox account before they go live.
In Summary
NetSuite 2025.1 brings embedded AI, better financial insights, streamlined operations, and more customisation power to your fingertips. Whether you're in finance, operations, customer service, or development — this release has something for you.
Ready to see how these features can transform your business? Let’s chat or book a demo.
