Top ERP Systems for Large Companies
Before we list out the top ERP systems for large organizations, let’s first touch on how we define a large organization. The line we use that defines a larger organization is whether the company has a billion dollars in revenue or a thousand employees. Of course, all businesses have their edge, but at this scale, […]
Are Independent ERP, HCM, or CRM Consultants Worth It?
Some organizations view independent ERP, HCM, and CRM consultants as a nice to have. Others don’t even know they exist, while others don’t understand the role these experts can play. When beginning their digital transformation journeys, most project teams think that they simply choose their technology, hire the technical implementation partner, and head off to […]
Three Ways Technology Innovations are Propelling Tesla Forward
Tesla – love it or leave it. Tesla’s technology draws in as much controversy as the company’s constantly changing stock price. Regardless, Tesla marches forward in changing the automotive landscape via Electric Vehicle (EV) technology and manufacturing innovation, and they have their eye on various other technologies to advance society into a new era. Five […]
5 Keys to a Successful Business Software Deployment
There are a lot of pitfalls to consider when embarking on a business software deployment. While the need for and benefits of new technology may be obvious for your organization, the path to achieving that future state is not as clear. Perhaps the most important thing to remember about business software deployments is that they […]
Why Finding the Best Functional Fit is Not Enough in Selecting Your New ERP
It is a daily conversation, companies wanting to know which ERP system best meets their functional requirements. This is not an easy question to answer and requires evaluation, but it is also not the only question that should be answered. Even when you find an ERP software that matches your functional requirements, you may still […]
Top 10 Benefits of Digital Transformation
Comfort zones are a pleasant place until you realize you’ve outgrown what is currently in front of you. We’ve all felt this personally, and it’s important to be in tune with your business to figure out when your company is feeling it too. You may be at the tipping point – silos from team to […]
Who Are You Voting For? Key Decisions for Your Digital Strategy
Many countries throughout the world are approaching election season. As we often see in US politics, elections are often controversial and divisive with no clear-cut “right” answers. Similarly, decisions related to digital strategy are also divisive and controversial with no clear-cut answers. Software vendors and systems integrators often peddle their products and services with “best […]
Independent Review of Odoo
Formerly known as Open ERP, Odoo is one of the leading ERP systems and the only open-source ERP to make our Top 10 ERP Systems for Small Business list. Below is a product review of the Odoo ERP suite, including positives and considerations to support your software selection process. (NOTE: Third Stage Consulting Group is […]
Is the Grass Really Greener? Assessing the Need for a New ERP System
Getting a brand spanking-new ERP sounds awesome, right? Automated everything, the latest and greatest functionality. Like a new car… until you realize the new monthly cost, plus satellite radio, plus the new insurance premium. All of a sudden, your 2013 Camry, and your legacy ERP aren’t looking all that bad. So how do you really […]
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 […]
If ERP Software Vendors Were Beers
Why not, they go well together. But what beer will you choose? Choosing a beer should be easier than choosing a new ERP, but there are some striking similarities between the two. With the growing availability, scalability, complexity and ease of integration across enterprise platforms, we are hearing more and more confusion on what actually […]
Why an Independent ERP Partner is Key to Transformation Success
Any digital transformation is a major undertaking for organizations both large and small, which is why establishing a support structure is so important. It is often tempting to try to limit the cost of a transformation by handling the project internally. When I get calls for assistance months later cost is often already out of […]