Transformation Ground Control: Digital Transformation, ERP Implementation, Change Management, and Digital Strategy New Tech Laws of 2026, Legal Shifts and Regulatory Pressures in the ERP Space, Digital Transformation Mistakes that CFO’s Often Make
Jan 14, 2026
In this discussion, Marcus Harris, a seasoned software and technology attorney at Taft Law, shares insights about evolving tech laws expected by 2026. He elaborates on increasing regulatory pressures in the ERP landscape and how vendors often engineer lock-in through contractual designs. Harris also provides valuable tips for buyers on negotiating contracts and preparing for aggressive vendor audits. Additionally, he warns CFOs about common digital transformation pitfalls and emphasizes the importance of understanding operational disruptions and preserving intellectual property.
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Operational Failure Costs Exceed Implementation
- Implementation failures often cost far more than the project itself because post-go-live operational disruption multiplies losses.
- Eric Kimberling notes operational fallout can be three to four times the implementation cost and must be quantified in business cases.
Establish Company-Level AI Governance
- Create AI governance at the company level and set clear guardrails, disclosure, and accountability before external rules arrive.
- Eric Kimberling urges leaders to define acceptable uses, privacy approaches, and employee impact proactively.
Lawyer’s Daily View Of ERP Disputes
- Marcus Harris describes litigating and negotiating large enterprise software deals across vendors like SAP, Oracle, and Infor.
- He notes frequent failures and daily involvement in disputes arising from those projects.
