by Bill Baumann | Oct 14, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
Done right, CPQ software can empower sales reps to close deals more efficiently and keep customers happy. It can also allow organizations to expand their sales capacities and even introduce new revenue models. However, there are many pitfalls that can lead to a CPQ...
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by Bill Baumann | Oct 7, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
One of the most promising benefits of enterprise software is that it enables all employees to access the same data, regardless of their location or time zone. As more organizations implement this technology, workplaces are becoming increasingly dispersed and...
by Bill Baumann | Sep 30, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
When we refer to the Internet of Things (IoT), we’re talking about the massive, worldwide network of physical objects embedded with smart technologies that allow these objects to connect and exchange data over the internet. It’s estimated that global IoT...
by Bill Baumann | Sep 22, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
According to a recent report, more than 50% of U.S. manufacturers have either started or plan to start digital transformation initiatives to improve their operational performance. To a large extent, much of this movement is fueled by the pandemic. Last year,...
by Bill Baumann | Sep 15, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
When an organization is ready to begin ERP implementation, they are understandably apprehensive. One of their top worries typically involves systems integration. How will the new ERP solution interact with our existing systems, and how will we ensure data integrity?...
by Bill Baumann | Sep 8, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
In an ERP implementation, your software vendor can be your greatest ally. However, there can be circumstances that strain this relationship and lead to conflict. If you find yourself embroiled in ERP vendor disputes, it can lead to setbacks, delays, and cost overruns....
by Bill Baumann | Sep 1, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
A world energy leader and global powerhouse, GE has made a name for itself with just two letters. Yet even the biggest companies realize they have room for improvement, and GE was no exception. For years, GE talked about a digital transformation that would propel it...
by Bill Baumann | Aug 23, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
Since its inception in 2009, roughly 11 million subscribers have used the eCommerce fashion service, Rent the Runway, to score deals on more than 650 designer brands that might have been otherwise unobtainable. However, ten years later, the brand was the subject of a...
by Bill Baumann | Aug 12, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
While a digital transformation can take a company to new heights, it can also open a company up to new risks. This was the case in 2013 when the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) officially canceled its Digital Media Initiative (DMI). A complex program designed...
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by Bill Baumann | Aug 5, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
You’ve likely heard plenty of stories of companies that implemented a new ERP system only to end up overpaying for software that underdelivered. In fact, a recent survey found that more than half of organizations deploying ERP strategies to modernize their...
by Bill Baumann | Jul 28, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
In 2018, the UK’s Trustee Savings Bank (TSB) experienced a massive IT migration failure that left nearly 2 million customers locked out of their accounts. The events were so catastrophic that by the beginning of 2020, TSB had abandoned the project...
by Bill Baumann | Jul 21, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
In an enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation, selecting the wrong platform could mean ending up with software that simply “sits on the shelf.” Unfortunately, many organizations seal this destiny when they fail to adequately prepare for software...
by Bill Baumann | Jul 14, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
In 2013, California’s Sacramento City Unified School District (SCUSD) decided to improve its approach to finance, HR, and payroll management. Hoping to cut costs and streamline operations, the district hired software as a service (SaaS) provider, Workday. ...
by Bill Baumann | Jul 7, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
When ERP implementation failure happens, there are always valuable lessons to learn. If you’re planning an ERP project, it helps to be well-read on the famous ERP failures so you can understand where things went wrong and avoid the same problems in your own...
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by Bill Baumann | Jun 30, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
Why do process improvement projects fail? Usually, it’s because the organization is internally misaligned. Today, we’re looking at a few of the most common pitfalls in business process improvement initiatives. Most importantly, we’ll discuss how you can avoid...
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by Bill Baumann | Jun 23, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
Why do AI projects fail? The answer is multi-faceted and includes both human and technical factors. According to recent research, almost one-third of global IT professionals say their business is now using artificial intelligence (AI). Are you considering implementing...
by Bill Baumann | Jun 16, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
According to analysts, the global business intelligence (BI) and analytics market is expected to grow by more than $12 billion from 2020 to 2024, at a compound annual growth rate of 10%. As BI technology becomes more sophisticated and far-reaching, companies...
by Bill Baumann | Jun 9, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
The start of a new school year is bound to be stressful. However, in September 2004, students at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst (UMass) were more stressed than usual. That year, a buggy system left around 24,000 students unable to register for classes or...
by Bill Baumann | Jun 4, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
In 2003, city leaders initiated an effort to update and modernize New York City’s payroll system for local government employees. The project, aptly named CityTime, started with a budget of $63 million. In 2011, NYC mayor Michael Bloomberg demanded that the...
by Bill Baumann | May 26, 2021 | ERP Blog, Expert Witness
For more than six years, Under Armour was on a steady upswing. However, near the end of 2016, this growth came to an abrupt end. Stock prices dropped nearly 27% and profits fell 58%. The problems snowballed throughout 2017. At the root of the decline? A flawed SAP...
