Cherry Bekaert: Digital Journeys

While it’s easy to see the transformative impact artificial intelligence (AI) can have on organizations, it’s not always so simple to know if your business is using AI in an efficient way. Maybe you’re treating AI tools like search engines, or don’t have the proper automation systems in place, and are disappointed with the results. In this episode of Digital Journeys, listeners hear from Greg Kaup...

Implementing a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) software system correctly from the outset is critical to maximizing value and minimizing long-term risks.  In this podcast, Cherry Bekaert’s Sage Practice Manager Kentrel Lee highlights three important factors in a successful implementation for construction companies: software, process and people.  Kentrel discusses:  The importance of choosing...

Upgrading your accounting software is a big step toward efficiency, accuracy and better financial management. However, if you’re not careful, what should be a smooth transition can quickly turn into a costly headache.  In this podcast, Cherry Bekaert’s Sage Intacct Growth Leader John Bartz is joined by Cherry Bekaert’s Sage Leader Nathan Currie to discuss the six common mistakes companies make whe...

In the world of construction contractors, tracking profitability and committed costs are critical for their success. Economic downturns, rising material costs, labor shortages and poor financial management have led to a significant number of construction companies failing within the first few years.  In this podcast, Cherry Bekaert’s Sage Practice Manager Kentrel Lee highlights how Sage 100 Contra...

In the latest episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Digital Journeys podcast series, Dan Mitzenmacher , host and Managing Director of Digital Advisory, is joined by Jim Holman , Director and Strategy & Operations Leader, as they discuss enterprise resource planning (ERP) system integration and customization.  In the final episode of our three-part series around ERP rescue and recovery, Dan and Jim share...

Developing a successful ERP strategy involves a thorough approach that includes alignment, stakeholder engagement and change management.  In this second episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Digital Journeys podcast series around ERP rescue and recovery, Dan Mitzenmacher , Managing Director of Digital Advisory, reconvenes with Jim Holman , Director and Strategy & Operations Leader, to determine why an E...

Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software incorporates the majority of ongoing business management systems, making its implementation a necessity in today's digital evolution. To stay competitive and pertinent in the rapidly evolving global economic landscape, the deployment of an ERP system with innovative technologies is inevitable. In this episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Digital Journeys pod...

Tableau, from Salesforce, has recently made headlines with its new solution – Tableau Pulse. Cherry Bekaert is front and center of this solution that focuses on AI-powered insights to scale data-driven decision-making for organizations. As a leading provider of this solution, Cherry Bekaert sheds light on the features of Tableau Pulse and the necessary steps for utilizing it, which includes migrat...

Microsoft Ignite 2023 was a spectacular event for techies, as thousands of people gathered at the Seattle Convention Center’s stunning new Summit building in November to learn about the latest Microsoft trends. Cherry Bekaert was a sponsor of this premier event as we demonstrated new, modern solutions that we built on Microsoft’s robust platforms. In this episode of Digital Journeys, Trace Armstro...

Cherry Bekaert is committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients. Recently, we developed a new solution using the power of Microsoft Excel to better manage Sage Intacct data for our clients. In this episode of Digital Journeys,  Randy Kardas , a Senior Manager of our Sage Intacct practice who developed this Sage Intacct Excel Add-In application, dives into the benefits of this new tool...

In the third and final part of our 3-part series around Continuous Improvement, Jim Holman , Director and Strategy & Operations Leader, rejoins with Steve Holliday , Director of Digital Advisory. Together, they address how to foster and advance a continuous improvement culture and create focus on the best initiatives for your business impact. Our Cherry Bekaert Digital Advisory practice is rol...

In this 2nd part of a 3-part series about Continuous Improvement, Jim Holman , Director and Strategy & Operations Leader, rejoins with Steve Holliday , Director of Digital Advisory, to discuss the process maturity model (PMM) and its attributes to advance your organization’s continuous improvement practice. Listen to this episode to: Gain knowledge around the importance of the process maturity...

Another successful sponsorship of Dreamforce is in the books for Cherry Bekaert.  Dreamforce 2023, Salesforce’s premiere technology conference in San Francisco, was all about artificial intelligence and sustainability, and we had a front-row seat to all the action. Cherry Bekaert was also on center stage, presenting on c-suites solving the carbon neutral puzzle with Net Zero Cloud. In this episode...

Continuous improvement can be defined as organizational efforts to enhance systems, processes, products or services. It involves identifying inefficiencies, assessing existing methods and transforming business strategies to achieve better outcomes. In this episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Digital Journeys podcast series, Jim Holman , Director and Strategy & Operations Leader, and Steve Holliday , D...

Cherry Bekaert and PXiSE Energy Solutions, a Yokogawa Company and innovative software-based energy grids control company in San Diego, CA, have joined forces on product development work that will soon bring cloud-native software to market and drive the digital transformation of the grid.  PXiSE enables utilities, campuses and communities to hit their clean energy goals by empowering grid operators...

It can be quite costly to retain legacy Lotus Notes applications when you’re adopting new Microsoft technologies, or any other solutions. Migrating from Lotus Notes to SharePoint can offer valuable benefits and maximize your organization’s return on investment (ROI). In this third episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Digital Journeys podcast series on migrating from Lotus Notes to SharePoint, Trace Armstro...

Today, finance teams are faced with increasing pressure to protect financial data from cyberattacks and comply with evolving regulations. However, many businesses are still using outdated financial management tools and processes that create unnecessary risks. In this episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Digital Journeys podcast series, John Bartz , Strategic Alliances Director for Cherry Bekaert, and David...

Everyone is talking about artificial intelligence (AI) these days, but did you know that it has been around for years in back-office settings like IT and finance? However, with the boom created by ChatGPT and generative AI, we’re starting to see applications sprouting up for new front-office settings.  In this episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Digital Journeys podcast, Hisham Nabi , Managing Director of...

Many organizations are opting to migrate from Lotus Notes to Microsoft SharePoint — both online and on-premises — for faster, simpler access to data and applications. In today’s evolving market, businesses need to adopt agile and flexible technology platforms that will enable collaboration and workplace productivity. In this second episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Digital Journeys podcast series, Trace...

As Lotus Notes was initially established in the 1980s as a standard software, the circumstances have radically transformed now that technological solutions, such as Microsoft SharePoint, have advanced in the marketplace. Organizations now recognize the power of more robust collaboration platforms for increased collaboration and productivity. In this episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Digital Journeys pod...

In today's interconnected world, where organizations count on various software technologies to streamline operations, the implication of system integration is significant. Developing a robust IT infrastructure can be an intricate process that requires time and resources, while having a big-picture perspective.  In this episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Digital Journeys podcast and the third part of...

System integration brings data and workflows together, allowing organizations to work more efficiently, improve collaboration and increase productivity.  In this episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Digital Journeys podcast and the second part of our system integration series, Jim Holman , Director and Strategy & Operations Leader, welcomes Jon Schrader , Director and Business Applications Leader, as t...

By centralizing information, reducing silos and increasing visibility, system integrations significantly help improve operational efficiency. System integration is the process of connecting various systems, technologies and software applications to work together seamlessly as a single cohesive unit.  In this episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Digital Journeys podcast series, Jim Holman , Director and Str...

Is your company struggling to connect with customers or is your digital strategy behind the curve? In this episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Digital Journeys podcast, Hisham Nabi , Managing Director of Digital Advisory, talks about how to get started on your digital strategy . You might think digital strategy starts with technology, but Hisham stresses the importance of starting with your problem statem...

In Part 1 of this three-part series, Cherry Bekaert’s Digital Advisory Practice advisors defined the Power Apps and in Part 2 , they focused on the purpose and benefits of the Power Platform. This low-code development platform enables businesses to easily build dashboards, applications and workflows to best fit your needs. Quickly build data-driven business solutions with the Power Platform applic...