How to Do ERP, CRM, and HCM Business Process Management
One of the biggest debates in digital transformation is when and how to tackle business process management. Should the software determine how your processes work? Or should your business processes drive how the software is configured? The answer is not as simple as picking one side or the other. It depends on which processes you […]
What is SAP S/4HANA? | Introduction to SAP | Overview of SAP ERP
What is S/4hana? SAP S/4HANA is one of the most common ERP systems in the marketplace. But what exactly is SAP S/4HANA? And is it the right fit for your organization? I actually started my career as an SAP consultant. Back in the 90s, when I worked for one of the big five consulting firms, […]
Why is ERP Software Important to Small Businesses?
At some point, most entrepreneurs will see their business needs start to outgrow the capabilities of their basic accounting software. When that happens, it can be a stressful time. Without knowing what the future holds, small business owners must make decisions that will affect their business, especially when it comes to investments in new tech. […]
Lessons from the SolarWinds Cybersecurity Breach
In late 2020, SolarWinds experienced a cybersecurity breach that exposed many Fortune 500 companies and US government agency systems to outside hackers. Many haven’t heard of SolarWinds and/or weren’t aware of this situation, but this is an important situation for any CIO, IT Director, business owner, or executive to understand. What is SolarWinds? First, it […]
Lessons from the US Air Force Oracle ERP Failure
The US Air Force recently experienced one of the biggest and most expensive ERP failures of all time. This government and military organization is now attempting to recover the implementation – but is this disaster salvageable? Overview of the US Air Force Oracle ERP Failure After spending 8 years and over $5B on its Oracle […]
What is the Future of JD Edwards Enterprise One?
JD Edwards’ Enterprise One is one of the most common ERP systems used in the mid-size manufacturing and distribution space. Since the 1990s, JD Edwards has invested heavily in the project, which has resulted in a robust customer base over the years. Ever since Oracle acquired the company over a decade ago, there have been […]
If ERP Software Systems Were NHL Teams
The best way to try to understand something complex is to try to compare it to something else you know really well. In a recent blog by our own Brian Potts, he compares some NFL Teams to ERP Systems. As an Avid Patriots Fan, I would like to say the comparison of The New England […]
How ERP Implementations Can Enable M&A Integration
Effective ERP implementations can be a fundamental driver of business value during M&A integration. Whether you are dealing with a merger, acquisition, carveout, or some other M&A-related event, your digital transformation strategy and ERP implementation should be a core tenet of delivering the expected return on investment. Many of our clients turn to my team […]
Best Software for Small Business Digital Transformations
I have always had an affinity for small businesses and entrepreneurs. My father and his brothers worked at a chain of gas stations that my grandfather started when I was a small child. Despite not having a college education or wealthy upbringing, I was in awe of their entrepreneurial spirit for as long as I […]
Top 10 Warehouse Management Systems
Companies looking to drive more efficiency and throughput in their warehouses typically rely on technology to help them do that. As supply chains become more global, customers become more demanding, and technology changes rapidly, distribution companies often find themselves under enormous pressure to automate and optimize their warehouse operations. There is an overabundance of warehouse […]
What Is the Best ERP Software?
When embarking on your ERP software selection journey, there are a plethora of options to choose from. There are the leading ERP systems such as SAP S/4HANA and Oracle ERP Cloud, along with Tier II ERP vendors such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, Oracle NetSuite, Infor CloudSuite, and others. In addition, there are also a variety […]
Lessons from the 2021 Digital Transformation Report
The last year has been unusual, to say the least. With health concerns, economic turmoil, social unrest in certain parts of the world, and other challenges, 2020 is a year that many are eager to move past. Regardless of how events of the last year may have affected you and your team, it is undisputable […]