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Digital Stratosphere: Digital Transformation, ERP, HCM, and CRM Implementation Best Practices

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Digital Stratosphere: Digital Transformation, ERP, HCM, and CRM Implementation Best Practices is a podcast hosted by top industry thought leaders, Eric Kimberling and Kyler Cheatham. In each episode, they discuss the best practices for implementing digital transformation, ERP, HCM, and CRM solutions in businesses of all sizes.

Whether you’re a CIO, CTO, or IT manager, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone responsible for digital transformation in their organization. The podcast features interviews with the industry‘s leading experts on topics ranging from digital strategy, software selection, implementation project management, and organizational change management.

In each episode, Eric and Kyler discuss a different digital transformation topic and share their insights and expertise on how businesses can successfully navigate the challenges of implementing these solutions. They also interview leading experts in the field to get their insights on specific topics.

If you’re looking for actionable advice on how to successfully implement a digital transformation, ERP, HCM, and CRM solutions in your business, this is the podcast for you. Subscribe now and don’t miss an episode!

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Digital Transformation Failure? Lessons from the 2020 Election in the US

November 23, 2020 09:18 - 15 minutes - 27.9 MB

The 2020 election in the US was far from a perfect endeavor. As a result of Covid-19 and other mitigating factors, this latest election faced unprecedented business process, technological, and organizational changes - creating a number of problems and discrepancies. This podcast uses this most recent election cycle to underscore common challenges and pitfalls of any digital transformation. Even though this case study is related to politics, there are a number of lessons that also apply to d...

Digital Business Transformation Failure - Lessons from the 2020 Election in the US

November 23, 2020 09:18 - 15 minutes - 27.9 MB

The 2020 election in the US was far from a perfect endeavor. As a result of Covid-19 and other mitigating factors, this latest election faced unprecedented business process, technological, and organizational changes - creating a number of problems and discrepancies. This podcast uses this most recent election cycle to underscore common challenges and pitfalls of any digital or business transformation. Even though this case study is related to politics, there are a number of lessons that als...

What is CRM Software? Here is Everything You Need to Know About Customer Relationship Management Systems

November 20, 2020 08:48 - 7 minutes - 14.4 MB

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software can be a powerful way to automate and streamline your sales and customer service processes. But what exactly is CRM software? This podcast explains everything you need to know. DOWNLOAD THE 2021 DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION REPORT: http://resource.thirdstage-consulting.com/2021-digital-transformation-report TOP 10 CRM SYSTEMS: https://www.thirdstage-consulting.com/top-10-crm-systems-for-digital-transformations TOP 10 ERP SYSTEMS RANKING: https:/...

Top 10 Digital Transformation Technologies - ERP, CRM, Supply Chain, Human Capital Management, eCommerce, etc.

November 18, 2020 15:02 - 17 minutes - 32.1 MB

Digital transformation is a vague word that can mean a lot of different things to different organizations. However, there are certain types of technology that are most commonly used to drive digital transformation. Common technologies include ERP, CRM, HCM, supply chain, and eCommerce software, as well as mobile apps, custom software, business intelligence, and other enterprise technologies. This podcast outlines the top 10 digital transformation technologies most commonly used by organizat...

What Makes a Good Digital Transformation and ERP Project Manager?

November 16, 2020 12:24 - 12 minutes - 22.4 MB

Effective project management is one of the most important keys to digital transformation success. A good project manager can make or break your ERP, HCM, or CRM initiative. This podcast provides an overview of the things that a project manager and project leadership team should be prepared to do to make their digital transformations successful. This is important to any team about to embark on an ERP, HCM, and CRM implementation - or any other sort of digital transformation initiative.  DOW...

Top 10 ERP Failures of All Time — Lessons from Digital Transformation Failure

November 13, 2020 15:25 - 22 minutes - 41.3 MB

There have been a variety of ERP failures over the decades. Some of them high profile, some not as well known. Some involve the bigger vendors like SAP and Oracle, while others involve smaller ERP systems. In all cases, there are plenty of lessons to be learned. This comprehensive top 10 list covers the biggest failures of all time. The intent is to share what went wrong in these case studies to help avoid similar outcomes as the ERP failures outlined here. Some of the ERP failures covered...

What Are the Pros and Cons of Cloud ERP Software Solutions? Overview of Cloud, SaaS ERP Systems

November 11, 2020 11:00 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MB

Nearly all ERP software vendors have created a cloud solution to provide more options to businesses. As cloud solutions become more readily available, it's important to have an understanding of the evolution toward the cloud and distinguish the pros and cons before dialing in on which software your team will ultimately pursue in your digital transformation.  In this podcast, we interview Eric Kimberling and Brian Potts of Third Stage Consulting Group to get an objective and technology-agnos...

Top 10 Greatest Business Transformations of All-Time

November 09, 2020 09:31 - 18 minutes - 33.9 MB

Transforming a business is a large undertaking that most struggle with. Whether the transformation is driven by technology, operational changes, product innovation, business model enhancements, and/or organizational competencies, there are some lessons from the more successful business transformations. This independent ranking of the top business transformations of all-time includes, in no particular order: Netflix IBM Royal Dutch Shell Walmart General Electric (GE) Amazon Nike Nuco...

Top 10 Supply Chain Management (SCM) Software Solutions

November 06, 2020 07:48 - 27 minutes - 49.8 MB

With global product shortages and unexpected shifts in consumer demand, supply chain management has taken a spotlight role in today's world. The Covid-19 pandemic exposed deficiencies of many global supply chains, which underscores the potential need for better technology (such as SCM software) to manage these bottlenecks. This episode outlines our independent ranking of the top 10 supply chain management (SCM) systems in the market today. Vendors did not pay for or influence this ranking, ...

Defining Your Global Digital Transformation Strategy

November 04, 2020 11:00 - 23 minutes - 31.7 MB

In a way, strategies for transformation share a number of key similarities, but how doe's the introduction of global and regional factors impact strategy? What Should you pay attention to and how do you balance everything? That's the topic we will be covering today. DOWNLOAD THE 2021 DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION REPORT: http://resource.thirdstage-consulting.com/2021-digital-transformation-report  TOP 10 ERP SYSTEMS RANKING: https://www.thirdstage-consulting.com/the-top-10-erp-systems-for-2020/  ...

How to Define Your Global Digital Transformation Strategy

November 04, 2020 11:00 - 23 minutes - 31.7 MB

In a way, strategies for transformation share a number of key similarities, but how does the introduction of global and regional factors impact strategy? What should you pay attention to and how do you balance everything? That's the topic we will be covering today. DOWNLOAD THE 2021 DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION REPORT: http://resource.thirdstage-consulting.com/2021-digital-transformation-report  TOP 10 ERP SYSTEMS RANKING: https://www.thirdstage-consulting.com/the-top-10-erp-systems-for-2020/  ...

Top 10 Most Common ERP Implementation Myths and Vendor Hoaxes

November 02, 2020 08:37 - 22 minutes - 31.5 MB

ERP software vendors and sales reps are notorious for fueling common myths and hoaxes. These misconceptions can lead organizations and their project teams to failure, so it is important to dispel and fully understand these common myths.  In this episode, we unpack the 10 most common myths perpetuated by ERP software vendors and systems integrators. DOWNLOAD THE 2021 DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION REPORT: http://resource.thirdstage-consulting.com/2021-digital-transformation-report  TOP 10 ERP SYSTE...

Independent Comparison of SAP S/4HANA vs. Oracle ERP Cloud

October 30, 2020 07:53 - 17 minutes - 32.8 MB

SAP S/4HANA finished #6 in our list of top 10 ERP systems for 2021, while Oracle ERP Cloud finished at #3. However, some organizations view these as the two most viable options for their needs. Our larger, global and more complex clients, for example, often focus their ERP evaluations between SAP S/4HANA vs. Oracle ERP Cloud. This podcast provides an independent comparison of SAP vs. Oracle, along with the pros and cons of each. The analysis highlights some of the key differentiators betwee...

How to Select the Best Software For Your Business

October 28, 2020 10:00 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MB

There are countless ERP, CRM, and HCM systems out there that could work for your company. Some common questions include: How do you know which software is the best option for your specific needs? What questions should you be asking to make sure you are investing resources into a system that will truly optimize your operations?  Brian Potts, Chief Client Officer and Managing Partner, of Third Stage Consulting Group, joins us today as he helps us understand on how to select the right softwa...

Top 10 ERP Systems for Small Businesses

October 26, 2020 07:34 - 19 minutes - 35.2 MB

Small businesses have many options when choosing accounting or ERP software to automate their operations. With such a plethora of alternatives, choosing the best fit can be overwhelming. Some of the systems featured in our ranking of top 10 small business ERP systems include: Deacom Epicor Quickbooks Salesforce Odoo Oracle NetSuite Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central SAP Business One Priority Software Sage ERP My team and I compiled this list without vendor compensation or in...

What Is Enterprise Asset Management? The Role of EAM Technology in Digital Transformation

October 23, 2020 10:02 - 25 minutes - 47.6 MB

Enterprise asset management (EAM) is an important capability within successful digital transformations. EAM software can be used as a standalone technology or within a broader ERP or enterprise technology. In this podcast, Eric Kimberling, CEO of Third Stage Consulting, interviews Wayne Holtham, VP of Asia Pacific at Third Stage, to discuss the definition of EAM and its role in digital transformation. DOWNLOAD THE 2021 DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION REPORT: http://resource.thirdstage-consulting.co...

What Is Quality Assurance and How To Use It To Avoid Failure

October 21, 2020 10:00 - 24 minutes - 33.7 MB

It is common knowledge that digital transformations commonly fail. This can be due to a variety of reasons, many of which can range from issues related to people resisting change, lack of executive buy-in, operational misalignment and a host of other issues.   In this episode, Eric Kimberling, the CEO and Founder of Third Stage Consulting Group, discusses the definition of quality assurance, the major components of an effective quality assurance framework, how can organizations use quality...

What Is Quality Assurance and How To Use Quality Assurance To Avoid Failure

October 21, 2020 10:00 - 24 minutes - 33.7 MB

It is common knowledge that digital transformations commonly fail. This can be due to a variety of reasons, many of which can range from issues related to people resisting change, lack of executive buy-in, operational misalignment and a host of other issues.   In this episode, Eric Kimberling, the CEO and Founder of Third Stage Consulting Group, discusses the definition of quality assurance, the major components of an effective quality assurance framework, how can organizations use quality...

Top 10 Digital Transformation Predictions for 2021

October 18, 2020 08:03 - 16 minutes - 30.8 MB

2020 has been a year full of change and turmoil. What does this mean for the future of digital transformation in 2021 and beyond? Our latest podcast with Eric Kimberling of Third Stage Consulting explains. These are the technology-agnostic predictions and trends that you need to be ready for as you navigate your ERP, HCM, CRM, supply chain management, or digital transformation journey. DOWNLOAD THE 2020 ERP REPORT: http://resource.thirdstage-consulting.com/2020-erp-hcm-report TOP 10 ERP S...

What Is Digital Strategy And Why Is It Important To Transformation Success?

October 14, 2020 10:00 - 24 minutes - 34 MB

Defining a clear digital strategy that fits your organization’s strategy, goals, and objectives is one of the most important things you can do to ensure a successful transformation. It’s also one of the best ways to ensure you have internal alignment and a transformation roadmap and plan that fits your needs. In other words, it’s a sort of glue that ties together your overall company strategy with your transformation project plan.   In this episode, Eric Kimberling, the CEO and Founder of ...

Independent Ranking of Top 10 ERP Systems

October 11, 2020 12:29 - 26 minutes - 48.2 MB

There are plenty of ERP systems to choose from in the market, ranging from well-known tier 1 options to lesser known and industry-focused solutions. This episode covers the top 10 ERP systems in the market today, based on an independent and technology-agnostic analysis framework. This countdown is hosted by Eric Kimberling, CEO of Third Stage Consulting Group. It features reviews and comparisons of SAP S/4HANA, Oracle ERP, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and other leading ERP software in the top 10...

Organizational Change Management Best Practices In Digital Transformation

October 07, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 42.2 MB

In this episode, we cover the people side of digital transformation – otherwise known as organizational change management. Change management is an area that is commonly misunderstood, frequently overlooked, and almost always a root cause of failure. So today we want to unpack this concept and provide some lessons to digital transformation teams. This episode features an interview with Eric Kimberling, CEO of Third Stage Consulting Group to discuss change management in more detail. DOWNLOAD ...

Why Do Digital Transformations and ERP Implementations Fail?

September 30, 2020 10:00 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MB

Despite all the breakthroughs and innovations in enterprise technology, ERP failure rates are still a real problem in the industry today. But if technology has so much potential – and we have decades of history to learn from – why do ERP implementations so commonly fail? This episode's interview with Eric Kimberling, the CEO and Founder of Third Stage Consulting Group (an independent and technology-agnostic digital transformation consulting firm), covers: How big of a problem are ERP failu...

Overview of Leading ERP, CRM, and HCM Systems

September 23, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MB

When embarking on a digital transformation, organizations have tons of options available in the market. There are plenty of ERP, CRM, and other types of enterprise systems out there – ranging from commonly known systems offered by SAP, Oracle, and Microsoft, as well as dozens (if not hundreds) of lesser-known, but very viable options.  In this episode, we speak with Eric Kimberling, CEO of Third Stage Consulting, to dive into some of the leading enterprise technologies in the market today. ...

Finding The Best ERP, CRM, or HCM Technology For Your Organization

September 23, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MB

When embarking on a digital transformation, organizations have tons of options available in the market. There are plenty of ERP, CRM, and other types of enterprise systems out there – ranging from commonly known systems offered by SAP, Oracle, and Microsoft, as well as dozens (if not hundreds) of lesser-known, but very viable options.  In this episode, we speak with Eric Kimberling, CEO of Third Stage Consulting, to dive into some of the leading enterprise technologies in the market today. ...

An Introduction To Digital Transformation

September 16, 2020 07:00 - 17 minutes - 24.7 MB

Digital transformation is a common buzzword used in the industry today, but what exactly does it mean? We’re going to cover this topic, as well as lessons from recent digital transformation initiatives across the globe. In this episode, we interview Eric Kimberling, CEO of Third Stage Consulting Group, to discuss digital transformation.  DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE 2020 DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AND ERP REPORT: http://resource.thirdstage-consulting.com/2020-erp-hcm-report  TOP 10 ERP SYSTEMS FOR 2020:...

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