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This is The Possibility Perspective. The show where we peel back the layers on enhancing enterprise solutions with Workday magic and PeopleSoft innovation. We’ll sit with real-time customers who've participated in our tailored services. Whether you're eyeing a smooth Workday transition or modernizing your PeopleSoft with the power of Amazon’s public cloud (AWS), we've got you covered. We’ll dive into topics from cloud migrations to fluid user experiences. Tune in and empower yourself with the knowledge to optimize your enterprise solutions.

  1. 1h ago

    Bringing Workday Within Reach for Higher Ed; How Dunwoody College of Technology Selected, Implemented, and Optimized Workday

    What does it take for higher education institutions to modernize their technology ecosystem while maximizing the value of Workday? In this episode, Jeff Miller hosts a conversation with Dave Kieffer from The Tambellini Group, Houman Immen and Shawn Fournier from ERPA, and Mark Anderson from Dunwoody College of Technology. Together, they explore how higher education institutions are approaching Workday modernization through continuous optimization, long term partnership models, and cloud transformation strategies. You’ll hear insights on ERPA’s Optima deployment as a service model, the role of AI delivery accelerators in reducing implementation risk, and how institutions can move beyond traditional ERP projects toward continuous adoption and improvement. The discussion also highlights Dunwoody College of Technology’s Workday journey, including lessons learned around change management, governance, technology debt reduction, and building trust across campus teams. Institutions are encouraged to think beyond implementation alone and consider how modernization strategies can support long term student success, operational efficiency, and institutional agility. In this episode, you’ll learn about: What Optimization-as-a-Service means for higher education Workday implementationsHow ERPA’s Optima model supports continuous adoption after go liveWhy institutions are shifting from ERP projects to long term operational partnershipsThings To Listen For:(00:00) Intro(01:49) Tambellini Group higher education research overview(02:58) Why higher ed needs optimization services(05:03) ERP as a product mindset(08:38) Meet the ERPA leadership team(09:37) ERPA’s higher education Workday expertise(13:43) Optima deployment as a service model(17:27) Comparing Optima Core Plus Advantage packages(19:40) AWS modernization and ERPA Edge overview(24:31) Cloud foundation assessment and modernization roadmap(26:20) Dunwoody College Workday transformation story(26:45) Mark Anderson’s higher education technology journey(28:27) Leading institutional modernization through trusted relationships(29:52) Reducing technology debt with Workday modernization(32:23) How Dunwoody selected Workday ERP(34:18) Why Dunwoody partnered with ERPA(36:05) AWS initiatives beyond the Workday implementation(39:59) Balancing change management and implementation speed(43:12) Building trust between IT and campus(47:29) Why trust matters more than cost(50:42) SaaS benefits and business continuity planning(53:44) Fixed cost deployments and technology audits Resources: Connect with the Team:Dave KiefferHouman ImmenShawn FournierMark AndersonConnect with Host: Jeff Miller Connect with ERPA: www.ERPA.com Check out ERPA’s Webinars: https://www.erpa.com/webinars/

    56 min

  2. Apr 24

    Workday Student 2026R1: The Must-Enable Features for Universities

    What should higher education teams be paying attention to in Workday Student 2026R1? In this episode, Jeff Miller hosts a walkthrough with James Delacruz, Tina Sutherland, Terri Green, Austin Schader, Solange Anduze James, Sharon Gan, and Jonathan Cedeno from ERPA.  Together, they highlight the key features of Workday 2026R1, specifically tailored to Workday Student, covering important areas such as academic advising, curriculum management, student records, and student financials. You’ll hear insightful discussions on new tools like the saved schedule builder, enhanced course section filtering, and important updates in financial aid packaging. Institutions are encouraged to review configurations carefully to ensure the features align with their specific needs before enabling them. In this episode, you’ll learn about: What the external student site redesign changes for admissions and financial aidHow the new schedule builder helps students map classes before registration opensWhat advising teams should know about academic requirements and progress updatesThings To Listen For: (00:00) Intro (01:24) Admissions site redesign for better UX (05:38) Top features for academic advising  (11:18) Curriculum course filters (16:06) Student housing security enhancements (19:42) Top features for student records (31:42) Financial aid features overview and updates (39:30) Most impactful features for student financials Resources: Connect with the Team:James DelacruzTina SutherlandTerri GreenAustin SchaderSolange Anduze JamesSharon GanJonathan CedenoConnect with Host: Jeff Miller Connect with ERPA: www.ERPA.com Check out ERPA’s Webinars: https://www.erpa.com/webinars/

    50 min

  3. Mar 26

    Workday 2026R1: Updates You Should Know

    The 2026R1 Workday update was recently released. Let's take a look at what's in store. In this episode, Jeff Miller hosts a walkthrough with Jon Milkovich, Lauren Callaway, Rishika Akiti, Padmini Aysola, Ashley Davidson, Kate Nicholas, and Khatherine Gaines from ERPA. Together, they discuss the top features in Workday 2026R1 across financials, payroll, absence, time tracking, HCM, compensation, recruiting, learning, reporting, and integrations. You’ll hear practical explanations of what’s automatically available, what requires configuration, and where organizations should pay attention to security, testing, or change management before rollout. In this episode, you’ll learn about: How new features in financials, payroll, and integrations can reduce manual work and improve accuracyThe latest HCM, recruiting, and learning updates designed to improve usability, compliance, and employee experienceWhy security, configuration, and testing remain critical for getting the most value from the 2026R1 releaseThings To Listen For: (00:00) Intro (01:56) Financials and adaptive planning (12:49) Payroll updates (16:50) Absence and time tracking (24:44) Benefits and talent (32:37) HCM and compensation (46:45) Learning, recruiting, and reporting (01:00:56) Integration and payment updates Resources: Connect with the Team:Jon MilkovichKate NicholasAshley DavidsonPadmini AysolaLauren CallawayKhatherine GainesRishika AkitiConnect with Host: Jeff Miller Connect with ERPA: www.ERPA.com Check out ERPA’s Webinars: https://www.erpa.com/webinars/

    1h 6m

  4. Feb 11

    Master ACA Compliance in Workday with ERPA

    Are you ready to take the stress out of ACA compliance?  In this episode, Colleen O’Brien-McFall is joined by ERPA experts Heather Williams and Beth Granozio to explore how Workday can make compliance with the Affordable Care Act easier and more efficient than ever before.  They discuss best practices for setting up Workday’s ACA reporting features, including how to handle 1094 and 1095-C forms. You’ll learn about the importance of calculated fields, the benefits of using Workday’s IRS connector, and how to manage both federal and state filing requirements to ensure accurate and timely submissions. In this episode, you’ll learn about: How Workday’s ACA reporting tools streamline the process for 1094 and 1095-C formsBest practices for managing federal and state ACA filing deadlinesHow to effectively use Workday’s IRS connector to simplify ACA filingThings To Listen For: (00:00) Intro (01:47) Meet experts Heather and Beth (03:25) Exploring ACA resources and reports (05:53) ACA company configuration and rules (12:17) Effort levels for ACA reporting (15:30) Tips for ACA configuration and validation (20:14) Federal filing process and dates (30:43) State filing requirements and solutions Resources: Connect with the Team:Heather WilliamsBeth GranozioConnect with Host: Colleen O’Brien-McFallConnect with ERPA: www.ERPA.com Check out ERPA’s Webinars: https://www.erpa.com/webinar/ Learn about House Bill 3797 - Paperwork Burden Reduction Act: https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3797

    35 min

  5. 12/31/2025

    Unlock the Full Potential of Workday in Higher Ed with Optima by ERPA

    As higher education institutions face increasing pressure to modernize their systems, adopting Workday has become a key solution. But implementing such a transformative system requires careful planning, expertise, and a clear path to success. In this episode, Jeff Miller is joined by TJ Rains from Workday, alongside Houman Immen, Caroline Weir, and Shawn Fournier from ERPA. They discuss how Optima by ERPA provides a streamlined, fixed-cost deployment model for Workday, making it accessible to small and mid-sized institutions. You’ll hear about how Optima accelerates deployment, ensures operational efficiency, and integrates the latest technology for a future-proof solution. In this episode, you’ll learn about: How Optima by ERPA offers a predictable, cost-effective deployment model for WorkdayThe benefits of ERPA’s managed services and support throughout the deployment lifecycleWhy Optima is ideal for institutions looking to modernize and scale their Workday solutions quicklyThings To Listen For: (00:00) Intro (03:24) Bringing Workday within reach for higher education institutions (16:47) Optima by ERPA for streamlined Workday deployment (22:31) AI-driven delivery and data conversion (31:21) Optima core package for institutions under 500 employees (33:47) Optima flex package for larger institutions (34:49) Value-added services and essential post-go-live support (41:12) Strengthening Workday adoption through IT modernization (49:44) Q&A on the future of Workday deployments in higher ed Resources: Connect with the Team:TJ RainsHouman ImmenCaroline WeirShawn FournierConnect with Host: Jeff Miller Connect with ERPA: www.ERPA.com Check out ERPA’s Webinars: https://www.erpa.com/webinar/

    52 min

  6. 12/17/2025

    Mastering PeopleSoft Change Management with ERPA and Phire

    Change is constant in PeopleSoft, whether it’s new regulations, technology upgrades, or the move toward cloud adoption. When the environment keeps changing, teams need a clear way to manage updates without slowing the business down. In this episode, Jeff Miller sits down with John Han from Phire, Ganesh Denduluri, and Shawn Fournier from ERPA. They explore the latest advancements in PeopleSoft change management, version control, compliance, and modernization with Phire. You’ll hear insights on the newest features, automatic updates, and key areas where you’ll need to focus on change management and security protocols. In this episode, you’ll learn about: How Phire simplifies PeopleSoft change management with new workflow automation featuresThe latest updates to version control and compliance that improve efficiencyWhy certain aspects of PeopleSoft modernization may require tailored security and change management strategiesThings To Listen For: (00:00) Intro (03:49) Phire as a change management solution (04:25) Key challenges in managing PeopleSoft changes (07:53) Phire’s change tracking and version control (10:08) Phire streamlines the SDLC lifecycle (14:23) Phire’s demonstration (28:01) PeopleSoft modernization and roadmap insights Resources: Connect with the Team:Shawn FournierJohn HanGanesh DenduluriConnect with Host: Jeff Miller Connect with ERPA: www.ERPA.com Check out ERPA’s Webinars: https://www.erpa.com/webinar/

    31 min

  7. 12/10/2025

    How to Get the Most Out of PeopleSoft Managed Services

    Don’t let your PeopleSoft environment plateau. Whether you’re on-prem or already in the cloud, the right managed services provider can help you get more from your investment. Jeff Miller talks with ERPA’s Shawn Fournier and Vishal Kothari about what effective PeopleSoft managed services look like. They explore common challenges such as unpredictable costs, reactive support, and stalled progress, and explain what organizations can do differently to move forward with confidence. In this episode, you’ll learn about: The typical journey most PeopleSoft customers go throughWhat to expect (and demand) from your managed services partnerWhat other institutions are doing to stabilize, modernize, and improve PeopleSoftThings to Listen For: (00:00) Intro (01:35) ERPA's PeopleSoft expertise(12:26) Customer journey and challenges(14:58) Best practices of a PeopleSoft managed services provider(19:16) Customer success stories (24:38) Why customers choose ERPA (27:13) Q&A session Resources: Connect with the Team:Shawn FournierVishal KothariConnect with Host: Jeff Miller Connect with ERPA: www.ERPA.com Check out ERPA’s Webinars: https://www.erpa.com/webinar/

    38 min

  8. 12/03/2025

    Reduce Risk in PeopleSoft—ERPA and Pathlock Show You How

    Security isn’t a one-time fix; it’s a journey. In this episode, Jeff Miller hosts a session with Greg Wendt from Pathlock and Shawn Fournier from ERPA to explore how organizations can strengthen their PeopleSoft environments through proactive governance, risk management, and compliance strategies. Together, they discuss the importance of multi-factor authentication, single sign-on, data masking, provisioning automation, and user access governance. You’ll also hear how Pathlock’s Cloud platform integrates with ERPA’s managed services to automate compliance reviews and reduce risk across your enterprise applications. In this episode, you’ll learn about: How Pathlock automates provisioning, certifications, and access reviewsThe role of advanced analytics and continuous monitoring in compliance maturityWhy true security maturity requires a proactive, integrated approachThings To Listen For: (00:00) Intro (05:04) Who is Pathlock? (06:41) Security maturity and integration (07:33) Advanced data security (16:22) Application access governance (20:58) Analyzing and reducing risk access (21:32) Automating secure provisioning (23:54) Challenges with certifications (24:59) Monitoring privileged access (25:20) Defining and managing risks with Pathlock Cloud (31:32) User access reviews Resources: Connect with the Team:Greg WendtShawn FournierConnect with Host: Jeff Miller Connect with ERPA: www.ERPA.com Check out ERPA’s Webinars: https://www.erpa.com/webinar/

    39 min
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This is The Possibility Perspective. The show where we peel back the layers on enhancing enterprise solutions with Workday magic and PeopleSoft innovation. We’ll sit with real-time customers who've participated in our tailored services. Whether you're eyeing a smooth Workday transition or modernizing your PeopleSoft with the power of Amazon’s public cloud (AWS), we've got you covered. We’ll dive into topics from cloud migrations to fluid user experiences. Tune in and empower yourself with the knowledge to optimize your enterprise solutions.

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