The ERP Perspective

The ERP Perspective

The ERP Perspective is a podcast for leaders navigating the reality of enterprise transformation. Hosted by George Collier, the show goes beyond implementation to explore what actually happens after go-live, where ERP success is truly defined. Through conversations with CIOs, CFOs, transformation leaders, and industry experts, we unpack the decisions, trade-offs, and challenges that shape modern ERP environments. From adoption and change management to AI, finance transformation, and system strategy, this is where real-world experience meets honest insight.

  1. 2 days ago

    The ERP Perspective: France's E-Invoicing Deadline Is About to Expose Weak ERP Foundations with Ludo Van Den Ende (DevElite)

    E-invoicing is becoming unavoidable. But compliance is only the beginning of the conversation. In our latest episode of The ERP Perspective, George Collier sits down with Ludo Van Den Ende, Partner at DevElite, to explore what the rapid expansion of e-invoicing really means for ERP, finance, and enterprise architecture. The conversation moves beyond regulatory deadlines to examine what organisations are actually implementing. Because sending a PDF electronically isn't the same as e-invoicing. And e-invoicing isn't the same as Peppol. As governments move towards structured electronic invoicing, organisations have an opportunity to rethink how financial data moves between businesses, ERP systems, tax authorities, and wider technology environments. For multinational organisations, however, that opportunity comes with significant complexity. Different countries are introducing different mandates, formats, networks, timelines, and technical requirements. ERP leaders therefore face a difficult architectural question: how do you accommodate local compliance without continuously adding complexity to the global ERP core? Ludo also explores why organisations should look beyond the immediate compliance requirement. Structured invoice data can create opportunities for greater automation, improved data quality, fewer manual processes, and more connected finance operations. The mandate might be forcing organisations to act. The real value will come from what they choose to build around it.

  2. 21 Aug

    The ERP Perspective: The AI-Native Finance Stack: Is ERP Still the Centre of Finance Transformation? with John Cusick (Echo Park Consulting)

    Is AI replacing ERP... Or is it making ERP more important than ever? In this episode of The ERP Perspective, we're joined by John Cusick, President of Echo Park Consulting, to explore how AI is reshaping the role of ERP in finance, enterprise architecture, and business transformation. As AI-native platforms, intelligent agents, and automation continue to evolve, organisations are rethinking what ERP should do and how it fits into the future of the enterprise. In this episode, we cover: Is ERP still the centre of finance transformation?Why ERP remains the trusted foundation of the enterpriseHow AI-native ERP platforms are catching up with legacy systemsThe evolving role of ERP in modern financeHow AI agents could transform the month-end closeWhy AI ERP could be a game changer for SMBsWhat the future enterprise technology stack could look like Key takeaway: ERP isn't becoming less relevant. It's becoming the platform that enables AI to deliver real business value. The organisations that succeed won't choose between ERP and AI. They'll combine trusted ERP foundations with AI-driven intelligence to create faster decisions, stronger governance, and better business outcomes.

  3. 24 Jul

    The ERP Perspective: Why ERP Selection Has Changed Forever with Andy Pratico (Essential Software Solutions)

    Choosing an ERP has never been more challenging. And one wrong decision can impact your business for the next decade. In this episode of The ERP Perspective, we're joined by Andy Pratico from Essential Software Solutions to explore why organisations need to rethink the way they evaluate, select, and implement ERP systems. Because successful ERP projects don't start with software. They start with better decisions. In this episode, we cover: Why ERP selection has fundamentally changedThe illusion of the "perfect" ERP demonstrationWhy speaking to reference customers is one of the smartest things you can doWhy 73% of organisations are dissatisfied with their ERPWhy ERP success is 80% people and 20% functionalityUnderstanding the difference between FedRAMP and CMMCHow AI is changing the future of ERP evaluation and selection Key takeaway: The best ERP system isn't the one with the longest feature list. It's the one that aligns with your business, your people, and your long-term strategy. The organisations that achieve the greatest value from ERP don't simply choose better software. They make better decisions before implementation even begins.

  4. 17 Jul

    The ERP Perspective: Why Industry-Specific ERP Is Becoming the SMB Advantage With Adam Sklader (ECI Software Solutions)

    Is choosing the ERP with the most features really the best decision... Or should organisations be placing greater value on industry expertise and long-term partnership? In this episode of The ERP Perspective, we're joined by Adam Sklader, President of Manufacturing at ECI Software Solutions, to explore what really drives successful ERP transformations for manufacturers and growing businesses. From purpose-built ERP solutions to customer partnerships and the transition away from spreadsheets, this conversation challenges many of the assumptions organisations make when selecting and implementing ERP. In this episode, we cover: Why industry understanding often outweighs feature comparisonsThe importance of building long-term customer partnershipsWhy small and mid-sized businesses are the heartbeat of industryHow purpose-built ERP helps SMBs scale with confidenceWhen businesses outgrow spreadsheets and why ERP becomes essentialWhat organisations should look for in an ERP partnerHow manufacturers can position themselves for sustainable growth Key takeaway: Successful ERP transformations aren't built around software alone. They're built around understanding the business, supporting long-term growth, and choosing technology that fits the organisation's needs rather than forcing the organisation to fit the technology. The businesses that achieve the greatest value from ERP aren't simply buying a platform. They're investing in expertise, partnership, and a strategy that supports growth for years to come.

  5. 3 Jul

    The ERP Perspective: AI in Regulated ERP | How Do You Innovate When Every Change Must Be Proved? with Ramzan Amin (SIM Consulting)

    AI is moving into every part of the enterprise. The real question isn't whether organisations will adopt it. It's whether they'll govern it effectively. In this episode of The ERP Perspective, we're joined by Ramzan Amin, CEO of SIM Consulting, to explore how organisations can introduce AI into ERP environments without compromising trust, compliance, or operational control. Because successful AI adoption isn't just about capability. It's about governance. In this episode, we cover: Why AI governance should start with the business problem, not the technologyThe unique challenges of deploying AI in regulated industriesWhy governance is critical for AI adoption in the public sectorHow organisations can avoid the mistakes that create tomorrow's transformation headlinesThe evolution of AI-powered ERP testing and continuous assuranceWhy explainability, accountability, and trust are becoming enterprise prioritiesHow leaders can balance innovation with compliance and operational risk Key takeaway: The organisations that create the most value from AI won't simply be the fastest adopters. They'll be the ones that build governance into every stage of the journey. Because AI doesn't replace leadership. It makes good governance more important than ever.

  6. 12 Jun

    The ERP Perspective | Go-Live Is Not a Date: Why ERP Readiness Needs to Be Measured Before It’s Too Late with Gabor Fulop

    Go-live is not success. It's the moment your organisation starts proving whether the transformation actually works. In this episode of The ERP Perspective, we're joined by Gabor Fulop, CEO of ControlledGo-Live, to explore the realities of ERP program delivery, governance, accountability, and operational readiness. Because most ERP programs don't fail because of technology. They fail because of the decisions surrounding it. In this episode, we cover: Why accountability becomes diluted in large ERP programsHow decision drift quietly moves programmes away from their original objectivesIdentifying and removing decision bottlenecks before they impact deliveryWhy go-live readiness should be measured months before deploymentThe leadership challenges CIOs face during major transformationsHow governance influences program outcomes more than most organisations realiseThe emerging risks of AI governance and how organisations can avoid exponential failure Key takeaway: ERP success is rarely determined by technology. It's determined by leadership, governance, decision-making, and operational readiness. Because transformation moves at the speed of decisions, not project plans.

  7. 5 Jun ·  Bonus

    The ERP Perspective: ImplementERP.AI Demonstration | Rethinking ERP Design Before Implementation with Jonathan Lee (Bonus Episode)

    Most ERP projects focus on software selection. But the real challenge starts much earlier. In this special demonstration, we explore ImplementERP.AI and how organisations can use business architecture, process design, and AI-powered modelling to create stronger ERP foundations before implementation begins. Because successful ERP transformation isn't just about selecting the right system. It's about understanding how the business should operate. In this demonstration, you'll see: How organisations can visualise business architecture before ERP implementationMapping processes and identifying operational complexityCreating stronger alignment between business and technologyHow AI can support ERP planning and transformation designIdentifying risks before they become costly implementation challengesBuilding scalable foundations for future ERP and AI initiatives Why this matters Many ERP projects struggle because technology decisions are made before business architecture is clearly defined. ImplementERP.AI takes a different approach. Instead of starting with software, it starts with: → Process clarity→ Operational design→ Business architecture→ Organisational alignment Helping organisations make better ERP decisions before implementation begins.

  8. 5 Jun

    The ERP Perspective: ERP for SMEs: Context over Chaos with Jonathan Lee

    ERP for SMEs shouldn’t mean copying the Fortune 500. But it also shouldn’t mean operating without structure. In this episode of The ERP Perspective, we’re joined by Jonathan Lee from PerfectSME, alongside the vision behind ImplementERP.AI, to explore how SMEs can build scalable ERP foundations without inheriting unnecessary enterprise complexity. Because successful ERP for SMEs isn’t about doing less. It’s about designing smarter. In this episode, we cover: Why ERP projects fail when business architecture is skippedHow SMEs accidentally create unnecessary ERP complexityWhy AI won’t fix poor ERP foundationsThe relationship between data quality, process design, and AI readinessCommon ERP challenges SMEs face during growthHow to build scalable operational foundations without overengineering the business Key takeaway: SMEs don’t need enterprise-sized ERP programs. But they do need enterprise-level thinking around process, architecture, and scalability.

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The ERP Perspective is a podcast for leaders navigating the reality of enterprise transformation. Hosted by George Collier, the show goes beyond implementation to explore what actually happens after go-live, where ERP success is truly defined. Through conversations with CIOs, CFOs, transformation leaders, and industry experts, we unpack the decisions, trade-offs, and challenges that shape modern ERP environments. From adoption and change management to AI, finance transformation, and system strategy, this is where real-world experience meets honest insight.

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    2026
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