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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of RPI Tech Connect , Dan Farruggio and Juan Menendez unpack the biggest insights from the 2025 GHX Summit. With decades of combined experience in healthcare supply chain, Dan and Juan break down key challenges discussed at the event, including data quality, training effectiveness, and testing strategies.  Plus, they explain why bringing supply chain to the table e...

Send us Fan Mail Join RPI Principal Technical Consultant Jeremy Stoltzfus as he discusses the biggest takeaways from this year’s Infor Connect conference in Dallas. From deep dives into the Velocity Suite and the latest in reporting enhancements to improved user experience upgrades and GenAI applications for frontline workers—this episode covers it all. Whether you're already on CloudSuite or...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of RPI Tech Connect , host Chris Arey sits down with Myles Coates, Cloud Engineer and “solutions expert” on the Yoga team at RPI Consultants. Together, they discuss the overwhelming landscape of enterprise software and explore how Yoga Flexible Software is cutting through the noise with AI-driven, tailor-fit solutions. Myles shares real-world examples, from automat...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of RPI Tech Connect , Chris Arey and Richard Leigh Stout take a grounded look at Infor’s newly released Velocity Suite, what it actually is, what problems it aims to solve, and the type of value organizations can expect to experience with the new solution. From process mining and automation tools to embedded GenAI, they explore how Velocity might help close the ERP...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of RPI Tech Connect , Melissa Olson, RPI's Director of Infor HCM Solutions, returns to the pod for a candid conversation about one of the most important workforce transformations of our time: the shift from job titles to a skills-based economy. Tune in as she offers insights into how AI is reshaping the way we work, what employees can do to stay relevant, and...

Send us Fan Mail Before you sign the contract or assign resources, there's one thing every ERP project needs, a health dosage of due diligence. In this episode of RPI Tech Connect , we sit down with Senior Project Manager Laura Vela to break down the most common missteps organizations make when kicking off ERP initiatives, as well as steps on how to avoid them. From misunderstood functionalit...

Send us Fan Mail Managing hybrid project teams comes with unique challenges—but with the right strategies, you can optimize both on-site and remote collaboration for success. In this episode of RPI Tech Connect , Senior Project Manager Spencer Lefevre returns once again to discuss how to go about managing different teams to ensure ERP projects stay on track. In this episode, Spencer breaks down be...

Send us Fan Mail What’s the latest pulse on the Infor community? In this episode of RPI Tech Connect , RPI Partner Richard Leigh Stout breaks down the top five takeaways from our second annual State of Infor Community Survey . From increasing confidence in CloudSuite to the ongoing push for process optimization, reporting improvements, and the persistent training gap, we uncover what’s driving cha...

Send us Fan Mail Staying compliant with the Affordable Care Act’s Employer Mandate is essential to avoiding costly penalties. And with the approaching 2024 deadlines looming, the stakes are high for ensuring compliance. But how exactly can organizations ensure they’re on the right track? In this episode of RPI Tech Connect , ADP's Senior Client Experience Consultant Wendy Delgado-King, breaks...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of RPI Tech Connect, RPI's Michaela Fallon and Infor's Devin Sheppard break down the 2025 event landscape, from Infor’s marquee events— Connect , focused on the services industry, to Velocity , which spans all of Infor's respective industries, including manufacturing, fashion, and distribution. They also highlight RPI-hosted events, including hands-o...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of RPI Tech Connect , Adam Luff, Infor's VP of Healthcare Consulting, shares how ERP solutions are transforming healthcare beyond the back office. Join us to find why advanced ERP tools can enhance workflows, optimize staffing, and improve clinical efficiency to deliver better patient outcomes. From using AI to predict ER demand to training internal talent, we...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2 of RPI Tech Connect kicks off with our highly anticipated annual predictions episode. Host Chris Arey joins RPI's Managing Partner, Keith Wayland, to reflect on last year’s forecasts, explore broader ERP trends, and unveil their top predictions for 2025. From industry-specific ERP adoption to the continued rise of Workforce Management and the game-changing potential...

Send us Fan Mail Understanding when to consult and when to train is key to achieving long-term success in your organization. In the latest episode of RPI Tech Connect , Principal Consultant Cailen Myers shares insights on how organizations can navigate the decision between consulting and training for ERP project success. Tune in as Cailen discusses the key differences, how to assess which approach...

Send us Fan Mail The IV fluid shortage is putting healthcare supply chains to the test, challenging hospitals to adapt while maintaining patient care. In this episode of RPI Tech Connect , Principal Supply Chain Consultant Stephanie Marquez explores the causes of the shortage, its impact on healthcare operations, and how facilities are managing the crisis. Learn how Infor SCM tools like Inventory...

Send us Fan Mail In the final installment of our "Cloud Horizons" series, we're exploring the drivers pushing K-12 institutions toward cloud technology. Join us as we sit down with Bob St. Ledger from Infor and Rick Laneau from Hillsborough County Public Schools, an RPI client, to uncover firsthand the impact of cloud technology on the education sector. Hear directly from Rick about...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of RPI Tech Connect, host Chris Arey and guest Jeremy Stoltzfus recap the Infor Velocity Summit, discussing key innovations and insights from the event. They explore the significance of Gen AI in ERP systems, the capabilities of the Mongoose development platform, and the introduction of process mining tools. The conversation emphasizes the importance of leveraging...

Send us Fan Mail Managing diverse workforces in the public sector comes with a unique set of challenges—ranging from handling complex employee schedules and roles to ensuring compliance with labor laws, union agreements, and overtime rules.  In this episode of RPI Tech Connect, we're taking a closer look at how Workforce Management (WFM) solutions can tackle these issues by streamlining sched...

Send us Fan Mail The recent CrowdStrike outage made history when over 8.5 million Microsoft operating systems crashed worldwide. This incident, caused by a faulty security update, is just one of many potential risks that could prompt disaster across ERP and other software systems. It illustrated a significant point—disaster recovery preparedness matters. In the latest episode of RPI Tech Connect,...

Send us Fan Mail In part two of our Cloud Horizons series, we explore the unique challenges currently facing water utilities. Joined again by Infor public sector experts Bob St. Ledger and Bob Benstead, we discuss how cloud technology is addressing these issues, such as aging infrastructure, cybersecurity risks, and workforce shortages. This segment highlights the need for infrastructure investmen...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of RPI Tech Connect, we're exploring the renewed partnership between RPI and Hyland, and discussing how this collaboration is set to enhance content process automation with AI. Joined by Hyland's Associate Vice President Eric Miller and RPI’s CPA Practice Director Chad Tucker, the session covers Hyland's evolution, the strategic importance of this pa...

Send us Fan Mail It's a common challenge many organizations face when implementing new ERP software: how to balance the heavy lift of developing a future-state system while keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. On this episode of RPI Tech Connect, we're joined by RPI's Senior Project Manager Spencer Lefevre, who shares his insights on how to balance operations and ERP proj...

Send us Fan Mail There's been a critical shift in local government to embrace cloud technology. But the change in mindset didn't happen overnight. In this episode of RPI Tech Connect, Infor's Senior Director, Public Sector Strategist Bob St. Ledger, and Vice President of Public Sector Planning Bob Benstead discuss the happenings of city and county governments, the imperative to prio...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of RPI Tech Connect, we explore how healthcare workforces are tackling current challenges with the help of solutions like Infor Workforce Management (WFM) . Join us for a discussion focused on exploring why issues of labor shortages and burnout are affecting healthcare. Plus, learn how tools like Shift Bidding and Self-Scheduling can preserve and strengthen healthc...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to RPI Tech Connect! For today's segment, we're exploring supply chain management (SCM) best practices for cloud migration as Infor's 2030 on-premise support cut-off approaches. Today's guest, Stephanie Marquez, Principal SCM Consultant at RPI, shares insights on the importance of pre-planning, key SCM initiatives to prepare for the transition, and the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of RPI Tech Connect, RPI Partner Stephanie Kowal shares the major highlights from Infor Connect 2024. The conference, known for its focus on innovation and connectivity, provided details regarding several key trends and updates, including the increasing role of AI in ERP, emphasizing user needs, streamlining end-to-end processing, and the importance of connection....