Why Independent ERP Software Consultants are a Must-Have for Successful Digital Transformations
Third Stage Consulting is an independent consulting firm. We assist clients in selecting and implementing technology and guiding them through their digital transformations. Nevertheless, we are not associated with any software vendor and do not receive any commissions or kickbacks. Additionally, we do not have any vested interest in any client’s digital strategy decisions.
Thus, the question arises: Why do we need an independent consulting firm? How can an independent consulting firm be helpful, and how could it ensure success for a digital transformation? These are the topics I intend to discuss today.
What is Business Restructuring? Why Is It So Important to an Effective Digital Transformation?
Many organizations are currently experiencing growth and undergoing changes, including process and technological advancements as well as organizational adjustments. These changes necessitate restructuring at various stages in the organization’s growth trajectory. In this article, we discuss business restructuring, its components, and how to initiate the process.
The Dark Side of the Digital Transformation and Tech Consulting Industry
I have some bad news for you, the tech industry is rigged, and even more importantly, the rigging of the tech industry is creating a lot of problems for you as an organization, leading to a lot of bad decisions. But how exactly is the tech industry rigged, and how does that affect us in our digital transformations?
How to Create a Realistic Digital Transformation and Software Implementation Project Plan
Implementation planning and having a realistic plan is one of the most important steps in a digital transformation process. However, most organizations and even consultants get the implementation planning piece of this wrong. Why is that? What do organizations do wrong? And how can we create a realistic project plan?
What are the Benefits of Artificial Intelligence? Is AI Good for Humans and Society?
Artificial intelligence is a fascinating technology that many of us are still learning about. However, AI can also have a significant impact on the world, and that is what I want to discuss today. My name is Eric Kimberling, and I am the CEO of Third Stage Consulting, an independent consulting firm that helps clients worldwide achieve the third stage of success in their digital transformation journeys. While artificial intelligence has been emerging for some time now, it is only recently gaining popularity, and many organizations are exploring how they can use AI to improve their operations.
Change Management Strategy Mistakes to Avoid During Digital Transformation
Perhaps the biggest mistake we see with change management programs and digital transformations is just a lack of a change program or a change strategy at all. Oftentimes, organizations get started on the transformation, they go out and evaluate software, and they start implementing. Then, they wait until some sort of resistance starts to form, or until they realize that the change is going to be a little bit more difficult than they thought, and only then do they try to play catch-up by implementing a change strategy and plan. This is after it’s too late and after they’ve already caused delays because now people are starting to resist and push back on the project. Probably the biggest mistake we see is project teams and organizations that don’t have a change strategy or a change plan, which creates a lot of other problems that I’ll talk about throughout the rest of this video.
These Little Things Lead to Digital Transformation And ERP Implementation Failures
When digital transformations fail, it’s usually not because of one singular event or a catastrophic occurrence that ruins the entire project. Typically, it’s a series of bad decisions and poor choices along the way, almost like death by a thousand paper cuts. What exactly are those small but significant mistakes that organizations make along the way?
The Most Common Business Process Improvements From Digital Transformations
When we go through digital transformations, most of our clients want to improve their business processes. They want to automate, have better visibility, be more efficient and effective, provide a better customer experience, a better employee experience, and manage their supply chains better. These are just a few of the reasons why organizations go through digital transformations.
Today, I want to talk about the most common business process improvements, as well as the improvements that offer the greatest opportunity for business value within digital transformation. It’s important to understand this so you don’t lose sight of the potential value that you could be getting out of your digital transformation.
How to Realize the ROI in Digital Transformation Technologies
Organizations are notorious for spending a lot of time and money on digital transformations, but they often fail to spend the last little bit at the end of a project to ensure that they get the full ROI or return on investment of their digital transformation. But how exactly do we ensure that we optimize the value of our investments in digital technologies?
Digital Strategies for Microsoft Great Plains Sunset End of Life
Microsoft recently announced that Great Plains will no longer be supported after 2028. Many organizations are now asking, “What do we do now? How do we move to the next technology that we’re going to deploy as an organization?” So, what exactly do you need to do and know about the Great Plains end-of-life and your future path forward?
Change Management Strategies for Agile Digital Transformations
Agile is a significant buzzword in the digital transformation space. Software developers are using agile as a means of developing better software, and even software implementation teams are employing agile to deploy technology faster. Change management teams are also incorporating agile concepts into their strategies and approaches. However, while agile is appealing to organizations, it is not always the best approach for change management initiatives. Therefore, today I want to discuss the pros and cons of agile. I will begin by explaining what agile is and whether it is suitable for your change initiative.
Project Management vs. Program Management: What is the Difference in Digital Transformation?
When embarking on a digital transformation, we oftentimes focus on project management, which is a really important part of the process. However, project management is quite different from program management: effective program management is the key to success for a successful digital transformation. So, what exactly is the difference between program and project management?
Organizations going through digital transformations typically focus on project management first: how do we get the right manager, ensure the right plan, and allocate resources? However, it is important not to miss out on the bigger picture of an overall program. Program management becomes even more critical in these cases.
So, what I want to do today is talk about the difference between project management and program management. I will unpack these differences so that you can define a digital strategy that encompasses both, ensuring your success in your digital transformation journey