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In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Pete and Nirav break down the top five reasons ERP go-lives go off the rails, and what you can do to steer your project back on track. Whether you're preparing for your first implementation or guiding your organization through a major upgrade, this episode highlights the hidden pitfalls that most companies don’t see coming.

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After an extended break where Pete was busy getting married, we're now BACK with a look at what caught our eye in Acumatica's latest major release, 2025 R2.  Year, this does feature AI talk but this is a game changer in the ERP space so come check it out!

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Are you thinking about ERP but not sure if your business is ready? In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, we break down the Top 5 signs you’re not ready for ERP — and more importantly, what you should do about it.

👉 Topics covered:

• ERP isn’t QuickBooks (process mapping matters)
• Time dedication — why ERP slows you down before speeding you up
• Why you need an internal accounting team
• Negative inventory and why ERP won’t magically fix it
• The danger of not assigning a project manager

If any of these sound familiar, it doesn’t mean you’ll never be ready. It means you have a chance to fix the foundations so ERP becomes a growth engine instead of a roadblock.

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AI isn’t just for tech giants, it’s reshaping the manufacturing floor too. But before manufacturers jump into the hype, there’s groundwork that needs to be done. In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Peter Nicholson and Nirav Shah break down how manufacturers can prepare for AI adoption in practical, realistic steps.

If you’re in manufacturing and wondering “where do we even begin with AI?” — this episode is for you.

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In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Nirav puts Pete in the hot seat to talk about his division’s UK ERP go-live on Acumatica.

From the nerves of cutover weekend to the surprises that came during go-live week, Pete shares what actually happened when the system went live — the wins, the challenges, and the lessons learned. You’ll hear about the early concerns from users, the contingency plans that gave leadership confidence, and how expectations had to be managed across the business.

This isn’t theory — it’s a real go-live story with insights you can take into your own ERP journey.

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Starting fresh in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central? It’s more than just logging in, it's navigating new environments, strange terminology, and a sea of menus. In this episode of The ABCs of ERP and Beyond, Pete and Nirav break down everything you actually need to know on Day One but won’t find in the onboarding manual.

From picking the right company environment, understanding your Role Center, using the Tell Me search tool, and personalizing your workspace, to discovering hidden fields with Page Inspection, this episode walks you through the top features and power-user shortcuts to help you hit the ground running.

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Shipping delays, missed paperwork, manual tracking... sound familiar? In this episode of The ABCs of ERP and Beyond, Pete and Nirav unpack the top 5 ways an ERP system transforms shipping departments from overwhelmed to optimized. 

Whether it's real-time tracking, automated documentation, or better carrier coordination, this episode highlights practical ERP benefits that make shipping teams faster, leaner, and stress-free. Perfect for operations leads, warehouse managers, and anyone tired of chasing freight in spreadsheets.

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🎯 Top 5 Reasons to Avoid Customizations!
In Part Two of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Pete and Nirav tackle the flip side of ERP decision-making: why not customizing might just be the smartest move your business can make. From smoother upgrades and lower long-term costs to better alignment with vendor best practices, we explore the strategic advantages of keeping it clean and close to standard.

💡 Whether you're mid-implementation or just starting your ERP journey, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you avoid common pitfalls and future-proof your system.

🔄 Missed Part One? Go back and hear the reasons for customizations, then come back and decide for yourself which path makes sense.

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🎭 To Customize or Not to Customize? That is the ERP question! In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, we dive into the top 5 reasons why some businesses choose to customize their ERP systems and why others steer clear. From solving unique business challenges to long-term strategic risks, Pete and Nirav unpack what really matters when deciding whether to go custom or stick with out-of-the-box. Perfect for CFOs, IT leads, and anyone wrestling with ERP implementation decisions.

📌 Don’t forget to check out part two: Top 5 Reasons to Avoid Customizations! 🎯

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Ready to bring your Acumatica data to life? In this live demo episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, we walk through the full process — from creating a Generic Inquiry (GI) in Acumatica to connecting it directly into Power BI.

🚀 Learn how to structure your GI, expose it via OData, and build a Power BI report that turns raw data into real insight — all in real time.
Ideal for analysts, admins, and anyone tired of copy-pasting into Excel.

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