How to become a Great Client!
As we roll into Thanksgiving week, I wanted to give thanks to our wonderful clients. Certainly, some are better than others, but all are greatly appreciated! So, what makes a good client? Besides paying their bills on time, the best clients can very easily be identified based on the success of their digital transformation. Those […]
When to Thank Your Employees During a Digital Transformation
Embarking on a digital transformation journey involves big changes that will be felt across the whole organization, from your systems to your people. Every inch of the transformation is obviously important, but there’s no doubt that the way the transformation is handled from person to person will have the biggest impact on the success of […]
Digital Transformation Failure Lessons from the 2020 US Election
If you followed the 2020 presidential election in the US, you have probably observed some of the theatrics and drama surrounding the results. Like most organizations, the process has exposed weaknesses and opportunities for improvement – many of which would likely cause digital transformation failure if extended to other situations. A significant portion of the […]
Your Ground Control Center for ERP – A Center of Excellence
If you have a Center of Excellence (CoE) within your company much of what will be talked about in this blog will resonate. If you don’t, hopefully, you might pick up some ideas on how a CoE could benefit you. While the term Center of Excellence can mean different things, it is typically a sign […]
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 […]
Investing in ERP
As I write this blog there are millions of companies, large and small, grappling with what to do with systems that no longer match company or customer needs. The existence of COVID-19 continues to exacerbate this real predicament. Some companies are inundated with requests for goods and services, while others seek to reinvent themselves. The […]
Top ERP Solutions for Ecommerce Business
Ecommerce integration is quickly becoming one of the most critical factors in selecting an ERP. The numbers vary depending on which research you follow, but the total number of online purchases are staggering and growing at exponential rates. Additionally, with the burst of online business during the COVID-19 crisis, we have set a precedent for […]
The Status of the Healthcare Industry & ERP
This is one of those topics that can’t be fully explored in a blog, but let’s talk about some of the more obvious impacts that we are seeing. Unfortunately, the pandemic appears far from over and challenges abound. The Surge and Acceptance of Telemedicine As a digital transformation company, we can’t help but notice the […]
Supply Chain, Chain, Chain – Chain of Fools
“Every chain has got a weak link,” as Aretha would belt out in her hit song. In a recent blog titled The Strategy of ERP Implementation, I outlined several strategies that are a must for a strong foundation for a successful ERP implementation. Important strategies such as having an Organizational Change Management Strategy and an […]
Considering a NetSuite Implementation? You’re Not Alone.
In Third Stage’s top 10 ERP system rankings of 2020, Oracle NetSuite landed in first place. In addition to functionality, one of the reasons for its placement was the growing presence and foothold it has in the marketplace. This does not appear to be changing. We are talking to many companies that are moving towards […]
The Strategy of ERP Implementation
Organizations large and small often seek the assistance of ERP consultants. Companies realize that ERP initiatives are complex, and an effective ERP consultant is a different type of independent resource that can add to your chances of success. While companies seek guidance for a variety of help, software selection and implementation are two of the […]
Why Organizational Change Management Is So Frustrating
We recently published an article entitled Organizational Change Management is Dead. While the “death” of a practice may be extreme, we hear terms ranging from monotony, frustration, disgust and even hatred when referring to the concept of OCM. Why is this? Everyone acknowledges and nobody questions the importance of managing change during a digital transformation, […]