Rick Blanchard

Is your business at a crossroads, ready for more efficient and integrated operations? Our latest eBook, "Time to Upgrade to an ERP System," is your ultimate guide to understanding how an ERP system can transform your business. Dive into the benefits, strategies, and insights for a smooth and impactful ERP transition. Whether you're considering your first ERP or planning to upgrade your current setup, this eBook provides valuable guidance to help you make the right choice. Elevate your business operations, streamline processes, and unlock new growth opportunities by beginning your journey toward operational excellence today. Download your FREE copy now and take the first step toward success! 🔗 Get the eBook here: #ERP #MSDynGP #MSDynNAV

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🔄 Automate Everything with Kinetic In Epicor Kinetic, did you know that every manual task can be easily automated? For instance, creating a new currency typically involves multiple steps: 1. Navigating to the currency master to add the new currency. 2. Configuring the conversion rates in the Rate Type. 3. Inputting an initial rate for the currency. 4. Activating the currency. With Automation Studio powered by Workato, this entire process can be streamlined into a simple recipe. Just drop a file or send an email with the list of currencies you want to use, and within seconds, they are completed and ready to use! As every year for 29 years, Platinum Services Europe is excited to be participating in Epicor Insights. If you are attending too, feel free to contact us through the event app. If you’re not attending, leave a comment below with other ideas you’d like to automate. #Automation #Kinetic #Workato #Efficiency #TeamEpicor #Insights2024 #PlatinumEurope

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Not much bang for a whole lot of buck. "Shrinkflation" has left U.S. consumers feeling shortchanged in their food & beverage purchases lately. Discover how you can leverage PLM software to manage costs without compromising quantity or quality: https://lnkd.in/gsMHyKQF #FoodManufacturing #Innovation #Efficiency

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Quick market update from my perspective 👇 #northamerica #dynamics365 #conspicuous #marketupdate

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Don't fall into the "same crap/different system" trap when contemplating a move to a new ERP system ... Consider 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝗽 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝘅𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲-𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 first to either: 1) Revitalize your approach to employing your CURRENT SYSTEM; -- OR -- 2) Prepare your business ahead of time to enable a more successful transition to a NEW SYSTEM Switching to a new ERP is a big decision. Will getting a new ERP really help you perform better? Sometimes the answer is yes and sometimes it's no. 𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗦𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗘𝗟𝗙: 🔔 If you can't maintain accurate inventory, then how would a new system change that? 🔔 If you can't deliver on time, then how would a new system change that? 🔔 If your purchasing is out of sync with manufacturing, then how would a new system change that? 🔔 If your organization is constantly working outside of the current system to perform key tasks, then how would a new system change that? ERP is a tool. It's up to you to use it effectively. #AltemirConsulting #manufacturing #leanmanufacturing #supplychainmanagement #erp #operationsmanagement

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Three clients have asked us to help remediate #ERP projects that have been completely mismanaged by their system integrators. What are some of the best ways to hold system integrators accountable for their work? #SAP #Oralce #MSDyn365 #digitaltransformation

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This short video summarizes the PCG capabilities related to our flagship enterprise-grade ERP system, Infor Cloudsuite Industrial Enterprise (CE). It has a completely modernized UI/UX, industry vertical functionality (automotive, industrial machining, aerospace and defense (A&D), high tech, construction, etc.), runs on Amazon Web Services (AWS), and full Operating Service (AI, RPA, workflow, REST APIs, etc.). It scales from $100M in revenue companies on up to tens of billions! Check it out below. PCG | PREDICTABLE BUSINESS AND DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION is an Infor Alliance partner and one of the top Infor CE implementation companies in the world! To learn more about PCG, try this article "Why PCG Should Be Your Business Transformation Partner". https://lnkd.in/eYcPJuUv Also, DM me at Dan Aldridge, ERP Software Expert or email me at daldridge@pcgservices.com. The "ERP Doctor" is always in! 😃

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Happy #Maythe4th to all my fellow #StarWars nerds! This sacred holiday in our #software community, & to celebrate, I've created a fun list aligning #ERP software vendors with Star Wars characters. SAP as #Yoda - With its profound influence & decades of wisdom, #SAP guides businesses with deep insights & powerful solutions, embodying the wisdom & experience akin to a #JediMaster's role in the galaxy. Oracle as #EmperorPalpatine - Dominant & strategic, #Oracle wields considerable power with its extensive offerings & strategic acquisitions, mirroring the Emperor's formidable presence in the Star Wars saga. Infor as #LukeSkywalker - #Infor, much like Luke Skywalker, tackles challenges with #innovative & #adaptable solutions, guiding businesses through complex scenarios with the skill & determination of the iconic hero. Epicor as #HanSolo—Embodying the resourcefulness & adaptability of Han Solo, #Epicor delivers #flexiblesolutions that help businesses succeed in challenging environments. Microsoft Dynamics (#D365) as #ObiWanKenobi - Providing guidance & support, D365 mirrors Obi-Wan Kenobi. Its #integratedsolutions help businesses thrive, echoing Obi-Wan's role as a mentor & guide to the Jedi. NetSuite as #PrincessLeia - Standing out as a #cloudERP leader, #NetSuite embodies Princess Leia's leadership. Progressive & unifying, it brings together various #businessprocesses or #bpm with efficiency & grace. Odoo as #Rey - A newcomer like Rey, Odoo shows remarkable adaptability & potential. Its #modular & #compableerp approach lets businesses start small & expand, mirroring Rey's growth & discovery of her powers. IFS as #BB8 - #Agile, innovative, & wicked smart, #IFS shares traits with BB-8. It adeptly handles diverse tasks & adapts to varied industries like #manufacturing, proving unmatched in its field. Sage as #QuiGonJinn - #Sage, offering wisdom & a forward-thinking outlook much like Qui-Gon Jinn, challenges traditional norms while supporting smaller businesses with #innovative tools. QAD as #C3PO - Essential for smooth operations, #QAD parallels C-3PO’s role in #communication & coordination across #manufacturing environments, ensuring seamless #integration & #management. Priority Software as #LandoCalrissian - Charismatic & adaptable, #PriorityERP mirrors Lando’s knack for navigating complex scenarios, offering #flexible solutions that maintain a strong market presence. Unit4 as #PoeDameron - #Unit4, representing #agile leadership like Poe Dameron, delivers #ERPsolutions that manage complex projects with innovation & adaptability, crucial for #serviceoriented sectors. I always LOVE your feedback, so keep the party going in the comments! 🥳 #erpsoftware #technology #crm #sap #erpsystem #odoo #erpsolution #ocd #cloud #saphana #dynamics #hana #ai #enterpriseresourceplanning #bi #businessintelligence #artficialintelligence #operations #data #bigdata #erpsoftware #microsoft #maythe4thbewithyou #erpvendor #si #systemintegrator

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⚡ Excitement is building for the Epicor Insights 2024 🌎 Nashville, TN 📅 May 20-23 My expectations? ✔connect with industry experts from the manufacturing industry ✔attend robust training classes ✔get insights to what’s coming next ✔share tricks, workarounds and lessons learned ✔networking ✔HAVE FUN And what are yours? Meet you there! #EpicorInsight #TeamEpicor #ERP #networking #manufacturing

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Don't miss tomorrow's episode of Strategic Insights! This week, I sit down with QAD Senior Business Consultant Jesse Rauch. Get ready to uncover valuable insights as Jesse discusses how QAD empowers manufacturers in the defense industry.

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Trying to run an ITFM build on #SAP? Nope. Even in the SAP Forums (I looked, did you?) you will run into a "Nope" Ask an SAP architect, after dropping a few $100k on their consultants, and you'll get a "Nope." Why hack something this important?? CIOs and CFOs who run their business solely based on standard financial views face the risk of making wrong decisions on IT services and projects. They might optimize costs, but compromise on IT operational aspects and business value. This is why thousands of SAP users - including 60% of fortune 100 companies - look to best-in-class Apptio IT management tools to understand cost, consumption, and value behind tech investments. SAP is the solution for managing core processes built on corporate master data like cost centers and accounts, and Apptio’s purpose-built suite of Technology Business Management (TBM) tools are the data-driven systems of record for IT cost and value. Congratulations on making change and spending the time and effort on improving your business. Just do it right the first time 😎 #TBM #FinOps #Apptio #IBM #hybridcloud #infrastructure #ITFM #ITSM #AI #ITAutomation

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Are you prepared to revolutionize your manufacturing operations? Manufacturing professionals, seize the opportunity for innovation today. In a rapidly changing environment, advancing with groundbreaking strategies is essential. Learn more in our eBook "Powering Up Production: 4 Ways ESM and ITSM Supercharge Manufacturing" for a roadmap to success. Elevate your production with IFS assyst. https://ifs.link/CiG2nr #ESM #ITSM #Innovation #Efficiency #IFSassyst

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Implementing an MRP/ERP upgrade for a long-term client. The CEO is passionate and adamant that we configure and customize our software to make things as smooth and easy as possible for his workers, with as little disruption as we can manage. I absolutely *love* his attitude and approach. He knows that we are in the business of enhancing the culture and productivity of his workforce first, and adding functionality to support his business and financial needs second. He gets it. We get it. Automation to serve people, not the other way around.

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It’s been a while since I wrote a “How-to” so here it is. For those looking to further advance your revenue recognition process in NetSuite

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Awareness is key when deploying #sapbusinessone Check out our podcast on #b1x to see how add-ons make your life easier without reinventing or building from scratch.

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