WBSRocks: Business Growth with ERP and Digital Transformation
WBSRocks podcast features in-depth conversations on ERP, digital transformation, supply chain, eCommerce, enterprise software, and industry 4.0. The purpose of the show is to help CFOs, COOs, CEOs, and business owners with their daily commercial, operational, or financial challenges by taking a deep dive into business cases and processes, technology strategy and architecture, transformation initiatives, and business models. The show also offers an independent analysis of technology trends, various enterprise software, ERP and eCommerce vendors and solutions, and enterprise software mergers and acquisitions. Subscribe today to stay on top of digital transformation trends!
Episodes
629 episodes
WBSP630: Grow Your Business by Learning the Top 10 Field Service Management Systems in 2024 w/ Sam Gupta
The field service sector has evolved significantly, integrating advanced technologies and CRM functionalities to enhance service delivery. The leading systems in this category offer robust features for scheduling, dispatching, and real-time tra...
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Episode 630
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WBSP629: Grow Your Business by Learning the Top 10 Plastic Extrusion ERP Systems in 2024 w/ Sam Gupta
Plastic extrusion, a critical process in manufacturing, involves companies that produce and supply a wide range of plastic products. The best ERP systems for this sector streamline operations by managing intricate formulations, tracking variabl...
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Episode 629
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WBSP628: Grow Your Business by Understanding ServiceMax’s Capabilities, an Objective Panel Discussion
Field services businesses have undergone significant evolution, incorporating elements of Industry 4.0 and CRM. This convergence may be a key factor driving Salesforce's deep engagement in this market. ServiceMax stands out as a prime example o...
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Episode 628
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WBSP627: Grow Your Business by Learning the Top 10 Machinery Manufacturing ERP Systems in 2024 w/ Sam Gupta
Let's explore the top machinery manufacturing ERP systems for 2024. These systems are crucial for managing the complexities of machinery manufacturing, which involves producing large machines used across various industries, from cutting machine...
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Episode 627
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34:44
WBSP626: Grow Your Business by Learning the Top 10 Apparel Manufacturing ERP Systems in 2024 w/ Sam Gupta
The top 10 apparel manufacturing ERP category covers various industries within apparel, including designer clothes, uniforms, undergarments, and both formal and casual wear. Each category presents its own unique challenges and requirements, nec...
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Episode 626
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WBSP625: Grow Your Business by Understanding Motive’s Capabilities, an Objective Panel Discussion
The implementation of the ELD mandate brought significant changes for many companies, notably impacting emerging SaaS unicorns like Motive. What sets Motive apart and fuels its popularity? Is it its role in replacing outdated TMS systems, its e...
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Episode 625
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WBSP624: Grow Your Business by Learning the Top 10 Process Manufacturing ERP Systems in 2024 w/ Sam Gupta
One of the key aspects of process manufacturing is its reliance on specific formulations and recipes, which dictate the combination of ingredients needed to produce the desired product. This approach introduces unique challenges, such as managi...
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Episode 624
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WBSP623: Grow Your Business by Learning the Top 10 Discrete Manufacturing ERP Systems in 2024 w/ Sam Gupta
The unique nature of discrete manufacturing necessitates specialized capabilities and approaches. Unlike process manufacturing, which is formula-driven, discrete manufacturing focuses on managing individual components and the quantity of finish...
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Episode 623
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28:49
WBSP622: Grow Your Business by Learning the Nuances of ECC to S/4 HANA Migration w/ Sana Asher
ECC to S/4 migration is never easy. There are several considerations, including differences in architecture, licensing arrangement, and change management. But if you have been creative with your licensing arrangement in the on-prem setting, you...
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Episode 622
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40:17
WBSP621: Grow Your Business by Learning the Top 10 Project Manufacturing ERP Systems in 2024 w/ Sam Gupta
Project Manufacturing, positioned at the intersection of manufacturing, construction, and professional services, poses unique challenges. While engineer-to-order setups may exhibit some similarities, pure project manufacturing involves highly s...
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Episode 621
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21:04
WBSP620: Grow Your Business by Understanding ServicePower’s Capabilities, an Objective Panel Discussion
Field service workflows intersect with a range of enterprise software categories, such as CRM, ERP, and TMS. These workflows display notable differences when analyzed across various industries. Residential services, for instance, require integr...
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Episode 620
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WBSP619: Grow Your Business by Learning the Top 10 Configure-to-Order Manufacturing ERP Systems in 2024 w/ Sam Gupta
Configure-to-order (CTO) manufacturing presents a distinctive category, with many businesses initially steering clear due to the challenges of product standardization overhead, which is particularly daunting for startups. Furthermore, the expec...
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Episode 619
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WBSP618: Grow Your Business by Learning the Importance of Exceptional Leadership for Business Transformation Initiatives w/ DeWayne Allen
What is Exceptional Leadership? Is it characterized by a potent blend of vision, empathy, and resilience? Does it transcend mere management, inspiring individuals and teams to reach heights they never thought possible? Exceptional leaders foste...
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Episode 618
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44:23
WBSP617: Grow Your Business by Learning the Top 10 Engineer-to-Order Manufacturing ERP Systems in 2024 w/ Sam Gupta
Engineer-to-order (ETO) manufacturing firms combine elements from multiple manufacturing models such as project manufacturing and make-to-order. These companies are recognized for their complex operations, serving industries like equipment manu...
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Episode 617
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WBSP616: Grow Your Business by Understanding ServiceTitan's Capabilities, an Objective Panel Discussion
Vertical software was once considered a niche market within enterprise software, primarily served by VARs and ISVs with limited growth potential, while OEMs thrived on platform and ecosystem-focused business models. However, this landscape has ...
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Episode 616
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58:34
WBSP615: Grow Your Business by Learning the Top 10 Make-to-Stock Manufacturing ERP Systems in 2024 w/ Sam Gupta
Unlike make-to-stock enterprises, make-to-stock companies typically focus on consumer needs, requiring strong supply chain planning and possibly eCommerce functionalities. These companies operate across diverse sectors, including both discrete ...
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Episode 615
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WBSP614: Grow Your Business by Learning the Nuances of Product Taxonomy and Enrichment for eCommerce Merchants w/ Vikram Saxena
eCommerce stack has evolved significantly with substantial overlap among different tools. Inventory is one layer that is shared by several systems, with each serving a very different perspective. When commerce refers to inventory, it only cares...
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Episode 614
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44:53
WBSP613: Grow Your Business by Learning the Top 10 Make-to-Order Manufacturing ERP Systems in 2024 w/ Sam Gupta
Within the expansive domain of manufacturing, make-to-order enterprises distinguish themselves with their specialized operations. Although they are often categorized alongside make-to-stock, engineer-to-order, and project manufacturing firms, m...
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Episode 613
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26:05
WBSP612: Grow Your Business by Understanding Infor Nexus' Capabilities, an Objective Panel Discussion
Only a handful of companies possess a truly robust network capable of fueling demanding AI and ML algorithms. This network is crucial not only for optimizing the supply chain but also for facilitating platform adoption. If suppliers are hesitan...
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Episode 612
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WBSP611: Grow Your Business by Learning the Top 10 Food & Beverage ERP Systems in 2024 w/ Sam Gupta
They are distinct and require a specialized ERP strategy because of their unique product development, quality control, and production procedures. This varied sector includes manufacturers, distributors, and retailers, each requiring a customize...
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Episode 611
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24:46
WBSP610: Grow Your Business by Learning the Evolution and Future Roadmap of FP&A Technologies w/ Alexander Ladd
FP&A space has come a long way. While companies might struggle to understand the difference between an ERP and an FP&A tool, even FP&A tools differ substantially. And not all tools are likely to have the same capabilities. Some tool...
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Episode 610
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WBSP609: Grow Your Business by Learning the Top 10 ERP Systems for Service-centric Industries in 2024 w/ Sam Gupta
Characteristically lacking inventory-focused operations, ERP systems designed for service-oriented industries require unique features and architecture. Unlike product-focused sectors, which heavily utilize inventory costing layers and MRP strat...
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Episode 609
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30:30
WBSP608: Grow Your Business by Understanding Anaplan's Capabilities, an Objective Panel Discussion
While Anaplan may have coined the term "Connected Planning," many businesses still grapple with identifying the appropriate interconnected elements. Supply Chain suites opt for a unique strategy, integrating planning with network and retail-foc...
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Episode 608
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WBSP607: Grow Your Business by Learning the Top 10 ERP Systems for Product-centric Industries in 2024 w/ Sam Gupta
In contrast to service-oriented industries, product-focused sectors prioritize inventory management over human resources and employee satisfaction. This difference calls for specialized ERP systems tailored to their needs. Manufacturers, distri...
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Episode 607
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36:15
WBSP606: Grow Your Business by Learning from Supply Chain Transformation Stories and Concepts w/ Eric Linxwiler
Supply Chain has become as much a buzzword as supply chain systems. What are supply chain systems? Are these systems designed to process transactions or enable collaboration? Should they cater to sourcing, product management, or logistics? Shou...
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Episode 606
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