Lessons from the US Navy SAP ERP Failure

Lessons from the US Navy SAP ERP Failure

The US Navy, one of the largest organizations in the world, embarked on an ambitious ERP implementation project with the lofty goal of consolidating all its disparate legacy systems onto a single SAP platform. Initially, the approach involved conducting pilots across four different areas of the organization to test SAP implementations. However, this decentralized approach […]

The Art and Science of Implementation Phasing in Your Organization

Implementation phasing

At its core, implementation phasing is about deploying new technology or strategies in stages. There are two primary approaches: the ‘big bang’ method, where everything is deployed simultaneously, and the incremental approach, which involves a phased rollout. Most organizations opt for the latter, especially those averse to high risks. However, the challenge lies in determining the right phases and the specifics of each phase for your organization.

Digital Stratosphere 2024

Stratosphere 2024

Join us at Stratosphere 2024, the premier independent and technology agnostic digital transformation conference that brings together visionary leaders, innovative technologists, and industry experts from around the world. This groundbreaking event is set to take place on 10/02/2024 to 10/04/2024 in Denver, CO and promises to be an unparalleled gathering of minds shaping the future of digital transformation.

The Impact of AI in ERP Software: Critical Insights from an Industry Expert

AI in ERP Software

Artificial Intelligence or AI in ERP is becoming increasingly significant in the rapidly evolving Enterprise Tech space. I’m Eric Kimberling, the CEO of Third Stage Consulting, an independent firm assisting clients worldwide in digital transformation and ERP implementation. In this blog, I explain the importance of AI in ERP software.

5 Critical Steps to Navigating the Path to Updating Outdated Technology

Outdated Technology

Hello, I’m Eric Kimberling, CEO of Third Stage Consulting, and I specialize in guiding organizations through their digital transformation journeys. A common challenge many organizations face is dealing with outdated technologies. This blog aims to provide a structured approach to help you define a roadmap for your organization’s technology initiatives, ensuring you can leverage the best of what technology has to offer to enhance your business.