Robert Kramer (VP and Principal Analyst at Moor Insights and Strategy) and Mickey North Rizza (Group VP for IDC’s Enterprise Software) speak with us from Acumatica Summit 2026. They discuss ERP modernization, AI adoption, and digital transformation for growing businesses. They address modernization challenges in the industry, and describe the importance of clean data use.

Timestamps:

00:19 - Meet Robert Kramer

02:45 - The biggest priorities of 2026

08:21 - What successful implementation looks like

18:43 - Scaling for competitive advantage

24:25 - Predictions for AI automation

28:17 - Meet Mickey North Rizza

30:42 - How ERP is evolving

40:29 - Trends to look out for

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At Acumatica Summit 2026, we’ll hear from Jon Reed (co-founder of diginomica) and Sanket Akerkar (Acumatica President and COO), as they discuss both the Summit and the state of ERP technology.

Jon and Sanket both emphasize the importance of data quality as a foundation for AI and Acumatica's commitment to helping SMBs leverage modern technology through an adaptable, platform-based ERP solution.

Timestamps:

00:25 - Meet Jon Reed

01:54 - What makes Summit unique?

07:45 - The evolving role of ERP

12:34 - What sets Acumatica apart

27:23 - Meet Sanket Akerkar

27:33 - Customer priorities in 2026

31:00 - What industry trends to expect this year

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Jaclyn, Sanket, and Michael of Acumatica give us a sneak peak of the upcoming Summit, including its new location, logistical advantages, and opportunities for learning. They highlight the Summit’s strong sense of community and innovative spirit. If you’re a Summit first-timer, you’ll get tips for who to meet, how to engage, and how to use the event app to maximize your time. 

The Acumatica Summit takes place in Seattle, WA, from January 25-28, 2026. 

Timestamps:

00:41 - Meet our guests

03:10 - Inside Summit 2026

07:21 - What to look forward to

17:10 - The future of in-person events

20:38 - FAQs

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Cassie Moore, CFO of Alpha Insulation & Waterproofing, describes her company’s digital transformation, which focused on the implementation of Acumatica ERP across several operations. She discusses the challenges of connecting finance and field teams, efficient scaling, and the cultural shift required for successful tech adoption.

Cassie and Jaclyn touch on the role of strong partnerships with technology partners, and what we can look forward to from innovations in AI and anomaly detection. 

Alpha has consistently grown for over 34 years, and provides a quarter-century of experience in commercial insulation, waterproofing, spray fireproofing, spray foam insulation, and restoration.

Timestamps:

00:26 - About Alpha Insulation & Waterproofing

01:07 - Tackling unique industry challenges

01:35 - Expanding Acumatica’s role in operations

05:29 - Choosing the right technology partner

08:16 - Bridging the gap between finance and field teams

10:56 - Advice for CFOs in the industry

14:55 - Lightning round

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Acumatica host Lauren O’Hara brings together three Acumatica partners—Michael Pearson (Contax), Jason Sheaffer (Crestwood Associates), and Paul Tedford (Wm Synergy)—to discuss their journeys, challenges, and successes as Acumatica partners.

They explain how each partner entered the Acumatica ecosystem, the importance of collaboration over competition, and the value of sharing experiences. Our guests also describe the significance of building strong teams, investing in training, and leveraging Acumatica’s resources and support to drive growth and customer success.

Timestamps:

00:42 - Meet our guests

04:12 - Lessons from rapid growth: Insights for success

13:57 - Expert advice on overcoming growing pains

18:26 - Balancing growth in the SaaS ecosystem

22:17 - Maximizing Acumatica’s resources for success

24:46 - Lightning round: Quickfire insights

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What does it take to scale a high-performance engineering business when spreadsheets and QuickBooks can't keep up? Andrew Williamson, Director of Engineering at Venture Engineering, shares how his team traded manual processes for real-time visibility—and transformed customer relationships in the process.

In this episode, we explore how Venture Engineering supports everything from Formula 1 teams to autonomous vehicle startups, all while racing competitively in 24-hour endurance events. Andy reveals the turning point when the company realized its systems were holding back growth, and how implementing Acumatica unlocked new capabilities they hadn't even imagined.

Timestamps:

00:39 - About Venture Engineering

03:36 - How tech gives a winning edge

09:18 - Outgrowing QuickBooks

15:27 - Implementing a new system

20:55 - Increasing efficiency

24:23 - Lightning round

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John Case, CEO of Acumatica, shares Acumatica’s secret sauce for success: making software easy to use, building a strong partner channel, and fostering a vibrant community. He explains how Acumatica’s focus on small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) allows the company to tailor solutions to a specific market segment, which meets the unique needs of these customers and helps them modernize their systems.

Timestamps:

00:52 - The acquisition

02:54 - Finding partners to drive sales

06:57 - Keeping a pulse on the SMB market

11:01 - Adjusting for business needs

14:04 - Acumatica’s rallying cry

16:50 - The Customer Bill of Rights

20:59 - Standing out in a big market

24:56 - Future thinking

26:53 - Lightning round

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