Louis and Gina welcome Manish Bhardia, founder and president of Think AI Corporation to the Beyond ERP podcast this week. Manish discusses his journey in AI, data, and cloud strategy, spanning over 22 years, and his transition from a software developer to founding a consulting company. He highlights his recent book, "AI Productivity Leap," which aims to simplify AI concepts and achieve a 3x productivity increase for businesses. The conversation also covers key AI use cases for CXOs, such as sales, marketing, internal operations, software development, and R&D, emphasizing the importance of adopting AI while balancing security and compliance.Topics covered: AI adoption and productivityStrategic implementation for CXOsBalancing innovation with security and compliance Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode, Riley Akervik, Finance Director at Central Valley Health District, shares insights on transitioning to NetSuite from the dated Great Plains software. Riley emphasizes the importance of being proactive and collaborative during ERP implementation, noting key lessons such as immersing oneself in learning the new system and relying on team support. He highlights significant time savings and efficiency gains in financial reporting and auditing processes since adopting NetSuite. The podcast also touches on emerging trends in the government sector, where many organizations are seeking comprehensive ERP solutions to replace outdated systems.Topics Covered: Importance of proactive learning and team support Efficiency gains with NetSuite Emerging trends in government ERP systems Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In our latest Beyond ERP podcast, Grace Longwell, Director of Operations and Planning at Essex, shares invaluable insights into ERP implementation and post-go-live support. Grace emphasizes the importance of involving end users from day one and focusing on foundational master data to ensure a successful ERP implementation. She discusses how Essex, a wood finishing company, chose NetSuite to streamline operations and centralize data. Grace also highlights the significance of features like NetSuite CPQ and MRP in facilitating Essex's expansion and managing rising costs effectively. Finally she shares what’s next in Essex's digital transformation: including harnessing data insights and streamlining processes further with third-party applications integrated into NetSuite. Topics covered: Involvement of End Users Focus on Foundation Master Data Utilization of NetSuite Features  Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of Beyond ERP, hosts Louis Balla and Gina Ostrowsky speak with Caleb Schmitz, CRO of Anchor Group, an expert in ERP implementations, particularly focusing on Suite Commerce within the NetSuite ecosystem. Caleb shares his unique leadership approach, prioritizing employees first, which he believes ultimately enhances customer experience. The discussion also highlights Anchor Group's expertise in B2B e-commerce, emphasizing Suite Commerce's advantages over other platforms in terms of integration, customization, and cost-effectiveness. Find out what Caleb predicts for the future of Suite Commerce and its positioning in the evolving B2B e-commerce landscape.Topics covered: Employee- Centric Leadership B2B E-commerce Advantages Future of Suite Commerce  Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Louis Balla and Gina Ostrowsky interview Billy Gahn, the Strategic Channel Sales Manager at SPS Commerce this week on Beyond ERP.Billy shares insights into SPS Commerce's role as a full-service EDI provider, connecting retail trading partners through an easy-to-join network. The discussion also covers SPS's evolution, addressing challenges and opportunities in the EDI space, emphasizing the importance of partnership collaboration, and highlighting the growing impact of technological trends such as AI and machine learning in the industry.Topics Covered: Evolution in the Retail Landscape Challenges and Opportunities in EDIImportance of Partnership & Communication  Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

This week's Beyond ERP discussion centers on ERP capabilities beyond NetSuite's general solutions with Gerry Villamil.Gerry sharing insights into his 31-year journey, highlighting the evolution of planning and budgeting tools. He emphasizes the need for advanced features such as machine learning and predictive planning, showcasing how Promethean's solutions enhance NetSuite's vanilla offerings, leading to a more mature and tailored planning process for clients. The conversation also delves into the importance of early integration with planning and budgeting during ERP implementations and explores the substantial ROI and time savings achieved through such solutions.Topics covered: - Evolution of planning and budgeting Tools- Enhancing NetSuite’s vanilla Solutions - Early Integration for effective ERP implementation Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this podcast episode of Beyond ERP, Matt Rogers, VP of Strategic Alliances at eBiz Charge, covers a decade long change in payment processing. The conversation delves into eBiz Charge's growth, its focus on seamless ERP integration, and the company's commitment to providing reliable products and solutions for businesses. Matt emphasizes the challenges in ERP transitions, highlights eBiz Charge's unique value propositions, and touches on industry trends such as the increasing complexity of business operations and the importance of security in payment processing. Learn about eBiz Charge's role in facilitating smooth ERP transitions and optimizing payment processing for businesses.Topics covered: Seamless ERP Integrations Diverse Payment Solutions Security Measures Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Louis Balla and Gina Ostrowsky interview Robert Keuroglian, founder and CEO of Sentrien Systems. Robert shares his journey into the world of ERP software, highlighting a pivotal moment in his career that led him to technology. He discusses the vision behind founding Sentrien Systems in 2009, focusing on delivering comprehensive ERP solutions for the construction and field service industries. The podcast explores the unique features of Sentrien Systems' field service solution, emphasizing its integration with Oracle NetSuite and its ability to provide a full-featured environment, including rental management, mobile payments, and route optimization. Robert emphasizes the importance of effective communication in successful ERP implementations and shares examples of innovative solutions tailored to customers' specific needs. Looking ahead, he discusses the role of machine learning, AI, and IoT in the future of field service management, highlighting the need for businesses to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving environment. Topics covered: 1. Comprehensive Field Service Solutions 2. Customer-Centric Approach3. Future-Ready Solutions Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Craig March from Celigo, a company specializing in integration platform as a service (iPaaS) joins this week’s podcast. Craig discusses his role in developing and maintaining relationships with strategic partners, emphasizing Celigo focus on providing easy-to-use solutions for NetSuite users. The conversation touches on the challenges of integration, the importance of data integrity, and the role of AI in future automation. Craig also shares a customer success story involving IT service management and highlights Celigo commitment to removing barriers of siloed data for organizations. Topics Covered: AI in Integration Celigo's Role and ExpertiseFuture Digital and IT Trends Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of Beyond ERP, Mark Deadder, Alliances Manager at Tipalti, discusses the evolution of payables automation over the past eight years. Mark highlights the significant advancements in the industry, emphasizing the shift from basic OCR capabilities to a more holistic approach that includes fraud mitigation, tax compliance, and support for foreign currencies. He delves into Tipalti's role in this evolution, positioning itself as a finance automation platform beyond just accounts payable. The conversation also touches on the importance of strategic partnerships, particularly with system integrators like Nuage, and the critical role of AI and machine learning in providing actionable insights for finance professionals.Topics Covered: Evolution of Payables Automation Strategic Partnerships and Integration AI and Machine Learning for Actionable Insights Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.