Podcasts

Unit4 CEO Mike Ettling on people-centric, HCM-inflected ERP

Unit4 CEO Mike Ettling discusses the midmarket vendor's evolution to multi-tenant SaaS ERP and the "people experience" of ERP for service industries.
Workday ERP claims hold up despite inroads by SAP, Oracle

TechTarget editors discuss where Workday stands 16 years after popularizing SaaS HCM and whether it can continue to thwart the cloud ERP ambitions of Oracle and SAP.

Emerging era of AI in finance calls for reskilling of workers

Explore the benefits and challenges of AI in finance with Kimberly Ellison-Taylor, former AICPA board chair and longtime finance thought leader at Oracle.
Trust but verify: Digging into audits for AI algorithm bias

TechTarget editors discuss efforts to remove bias from AI and why algorithm auditing could be a fix -- provided challenges related to trust and standardization can be overcome.
SAP cloud migration a long haul for implementation partners

The CEO of an ERP consultancy and SAP partner explains the benefits, challenges and tradeoffs of moving to SaaS, and why the on-demand subscription model is a double-edged sword.
The SAP Business Network effect: Putting it all together

At Sapphire Now 2021, SAP took pains to plot a way forward after COVID-19, mapping out a future of improved sustainability for itself, its customers and their global partners.
In Oracle cloud migration, SaaS ERP not the only destination

John Ezzell, EVP of managed services provider BIAS Corp., shares key factors in deciding which ERP modules to move to SaaS and explains the benefits of the Oracle cloud stack.
What are the best uses for RPA and AI in ERP?

IFS VP Bob De Caux discusses the push for intelligent process automation in ERP, the scalability limitations of RPA and how to tell software-based intelligence from plain old IT.
Tips for implementing voice technology in the enterprise

Consultant Mark Persaud names the most promising applications and workflows for intelligent digital assistants and outlines the tools for deploying them.
SAP cloud migration effort enters new, accelerated phase

With strong cloud growth already on the books and the new Rise program enticing customers to S/4HANA Cloud, 2021 could be the year SAP finally breaks from its on-premises past.
Buyers, don't overlook small and midsize ERP providers

Acumatica, Epicor, IFS and the Salesforce platform ERPs are among lower-profile players that are keeping up with the big four in cloud options and technical innovation.
Salesforce Slack buy biggest step yet outside the CRM realm

Salesforce has tried to buy its way into the rest of the enterprise before. Is Slack the golden ticket that will take it beyond CRM to directly compete with ERP vendors?
Unit4 ERP cloud vision is impressive, but can it compete?

With the upcoming Unit4 ERPx, the Netherlands-based vendor is again demonstrating its ambition to challenge the market leaders in highly modular, AI-driven SaaS ERP.
Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP inches ahead in AI contest

Oracle released new AI and RPA features for its cloud ERP and HCM suites during the virtual OpenWorld conference. Learn what they might mean for Oracle users and competitors.
Making sense of the cloud ERP architecture of Oracle and SAP

The top ERP vendors offer more choices than ever for cloud deployment. Learn more about their public cloud, single-tenant and multitenant SaaS and other cloud options in this podcast.
Experience management tales from the trenches

Reports from three users of Qualtrics XM software suggested that experience management technology is gaining real ground in enterprises, but the quick ROI is still in the surveys.
Who are the real leaders among cloud ERP vendors?

The competition between SAP and Oracle is as bitter as ever, and contenders like IFS, Infor and Workday have serious offerings. But is multi-tenant SaaS ERP still the objective?
Sapphire Now 2020 unveiled a new, more forward-looking SAP

Lofty goals to fight climate change and link intelligent enterprises signaled CEO Christian Klein's intention to lead a generational shift at SAP and appeal to younger customers.
In crisis, opportunity: Downturn in ERP industry has upside

The inaugural ERP Confab examines what the economic downturn from the pandemic means for ERP users and vendors. Plus: a deep dive into SAP and its upcoming virtual Sapphire show.
How big of an advantage is Oracle autonomous technology?

Oracle continues to spread machine learning 'autonomous' software throughout its infrastructure and application offerings. But is it as revolutionary as Oracle claims?
Digital finance transformation lets CFOs shift focus to value

In a podcast from the MIT Sloan CFO Summit, Ash Noah of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants explains how digital technology is helping finance to polish a value lens that guides the business.
Oracle makes a case for intelligent ERP at OpenWorld 2018

The OpenWorld conference brought a new crop of Adaptive Intelligent Apps, process automation and voice-enabled bots that Oracle's CTO said will reduce human error in business processes.
Taking stock of Oracle AI application and database moves

Holger Mueller of Constellation Research gives his take on Oracle AI developments, including the Autonomous Database, and explains why the new recruiting module in Oracle HCM Cloud is a big deal.
Oracle AI apps now present throughout enterprise cloud suite

Oracle makes a major push for machine learning on its cloud platform, including the Oracle Database, but how does the trendy technology compare to rivals?
Assessing Infor's new Coleman AI applications and platform

Analyst Jon Reed says Infor AI push compares favorably to SAP and Oracle moves, especially in making enterprise apps more conversational, but on-premises ERP data presents challenges.
Midsize companies step up adoption of cloud-based ERP systems

Cloud-based ERP, already widely used in large enterprises, is finally catching on in smaller businesses as reluctance erodes and cloud comfort levels rise.
Choose the right path for a global ERP implementation

A global ERP implementation takes careful planning. In this podcast, ERP expert Gerry Kistler provides tips on how to get started.
Why communication is critical to implementing ERP

In this podcast, ERP implementation consultant Bill Baumann of Panorama Consulting reveals how companies can use a good communication plan to avoid failure in implementing ERP.
Look for warning signs in the ERP implementation process

In this podcast, Eric Kimberling of Panorama Consulting discusses the 'canaries in the coal mines' of ERP projects that may indicate an ERP project is failing.
When implementing ERP, governments must focus on public good

Governments and public agencies have different requirements and goals for implementing ERP than private companies, and they need to understand this before starting an ERP project.
Applying lean techniques to quality control

Dr. Michael Grieves, a professor at the University of Iowa, explains how Lean Six Sigma can be used to analyze and redesign quality-control workflows and automate them for greater accuracy and efficiency.
Best practices for sales order processing and management

In this podcast for business or IT-focused SAP professionals, learn more about how sales order management technology works and the available deployment options.
Making a business case for BI in manufacturing

Manufacturers making a case for business intelligence (BI) face unique challenges. Learn how to calculate the ROI of BI deployment and find expert advice on selecting and implementing BI software.
How to plan an MES-ERP integration project

In this podcast, learn strategies and best practices for planning a manufacturing execution system (MES) and ERP integration project. Find out how to create an MES-ERP integration budget, timeline and project team.