WBSRocks: Business Growth with Enterprise Software and Digital Transformation

Send us a textWithin the intricate realm of enterprise software, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems emerge as a distinctive category, notably different from ERP, eCommerce, or POS solutions. CRM systems focus on functions such as marketing automation, sales compensation planning, CPQ, and channel management. ERP systems, on the other hand, while sometimes with some overlap, primarily focus on the operational aspect of sales and marketing operations planning.In this episode, our host, Sam Gupta, discusses the top 10 CRM software in 2024. He also discusses changes in ranking from 2023. Finally, he describes developments with each of these systems and how that contributed to their changed rankings in 2024.For more information on growth strategies for SMBs using ERP and digital transformation, visit our community at wbs.rocks or elevatiq.com. To ensure that you never miss an episode of the WBS podcast, subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform.

Send us a textWhat is inventory management software? Is it software that manages the inventory count across channels? Is it software that manages inventory costing and unit economics? But before we debate inventory management software, what is inventory? Is inventory the count of products across channels? Or is it the financial value of physical goods across channels? Once you understand the fundamentals of inventory, you will also understand the software that is best suited for your needs. But what is Veeqo, and where does it stand in its capabilities?In today's episode, we invited a panel of industry experts for a live discussion on LinkedIn to conduct an independent review of Veeqo's capabilities. We covered many grounds, including their business model and their close alignment with Amazon. Finally, we covered how they compare with other supply chain solutions and why they are not an inventory management platform despite their claims.For more information on growth strategies for SMBs using ERP and digital transformation, visit our community at wbs. rocks or elevatiq.com. To ensure that you never miss an episode of the WBS podcast, subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform. 

Send us a textWithin the domain of enterprise software, a prevalent misunderstanding suggests that Human Capital Management (HCM) or HR software is interchangeable with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Nonetheless, it's crucial to recognize that HCM and ERP are distinct. In this podcast, we explore the realm of the top 10 HCM software in 2024, aiming to bring clarity to the distinct systems that stand out in the HCM domain.In this episode, our host, Sam Gupta, discusses the top 10 HCM software in 2024. He also discusses changes in ranking from 2023. Finally, he describes developments with each of these systems and how that contributed to their changed rankings in 2024.For more information on growth strategies for SMBs using ERP and digital transformation, visit our community at wbs.rocks or elevatiq.com. To ensure that you never miss an episode of the WBS podcast, subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform.

Send us a textCreating a software company by integrating several systems is not a new concept. Private equity has done it time and time again. But who would have thought of creating another Infor or ECi when music has completely stopped for the private equity industry? Is the strategy successful? Maybe? Maybe not? While the strategy might be successful in the large market segment, the smaller products were created because of frustration with their larger peers. Also, the only reason mom-and-pop ERP vendors were successful is because they were willing to put in the sweat equity that none of the larger companies would. So, how can private equity companies be successful in the smaller segment by simply changing the branding and providing an integrated experience? And where does Advantive stand in its capabilities, and how does it compare with other ERP, WMS, and MES vendors?In today's episode, we invited a panel of industry experts for a live discussion on LinkedIn to conduct an independent review of Advantive capabilities. We covered many grounds, including their evolution and roots as well as their corporate strategy. Finally, we covered different products and acquisitions in their portfolio and their unique strengths.For more information on growth strategies for SMBs using ERP and digital transformation, visit our community at wbs. rocks or elevatiq.com. To ensure that you never miss an episode of the WBS podcast, subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform. 

Sam Gupta, an expert in ERP systems, discusses the top 10 ERP systems of 2024, including changes in rankings from 2023. He explores key systems like Odo, Infor Cloud Suite LN, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and NetSuite, highlighting their features and market positioning. The podcast delves into the importance of aligning people, processes, and technologies for holistic business growth.

Send us a textMany problems, like damaged pallets, are often regarded as a standard cost of doing business without a deep understanding of their underlying causes. These issues can be symptoms of underlying process inefficiencies. However, due to limited visibility, these issues often go unaddressed. Emerging technologies, such as digital warehouse twins, now offer warehouse operators the ability to empower users without the need for extensive changes across the entire enterprise's processes and data.In today's episode, our guest, Nilay Parikh, discusses how leveraging existing data and processes may lead to faster adoption of technology initiatives. He also discusses several use cases and stories of his digital twin technology and how he saved thousands of dollars for companies by improving operations and quality. Finally, he discusses several issues pertaining to his technology, such as data feeds, privacy, and enterprise architecture. If you’d like to learn more about Nilay or his startup, head over to arvist.ai. You can also reach him at nilay@arvist.ai directly to learn more about their supply chain platform and the vision for the product. For more information on growth strategies for SMBs using ERP and digital transformation, visit our community at wbs.rocks or elevatiq.com. To ensure that you never miss an episode of the WBS podcast, subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform.

Send us a textExploring the realm of ERP selection necessitates a dual approach, encompassing both macro and micro viewpoints, each carrying equivalent importance. The macro perspective involves a meticulous examination of publishers' financial health, strategic roadmaps, and overall market influence. This compilation of the top 10 ERP vendors in 2024 is rooted in this broader perspective, considering pivotal elements like market share, acquisition tactics, investment in community ecosystems, industry-specific success rates, and the technological trajectory of each vendor. Our methodology, harmonizing these diverse factors, enables us to construct a comprehensive list that mirrors the dynamic landscape of ERP providers.In this episode, our host, Sam Gupta, discusses the top 10 ERP vendors in 2024. He also discusses changes in ranking from 2023. Finally, he describes developments with each of these vendors and how that contributed to their changed rankings in 2024.For more information on growth strategies for SMBs using ERP and digital transformation, visit our community at wbs.rocks or elevatiq.com. To ensure that you never miss an episode of the WBS podcast, subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform.

Send us a textThe TMS market is still very regional. The TMS systems that are designed for Europe might not be the best for the North American market. And vice versa. The visibility data makes it even trickier. With visibility data, even the strongest of the strongest might fall short. That's probably the reason why TMS systems sign up with rival visibility platforms. So, where does Alpega stand in its capabilities, and how does it compare with other TMS systems?In today's episode, we invited a panel of industry experts for a live discussion on LinkedIn to conduct an independent review of Alpega TMS capabilities. We covered many grounds, including their evolution and roots, as well as their corporate strategy. Finally, we covered their unique nuances, such as their partnerships with many overlapping real-time visibility platforms, their acquisition, and merger of driver recruitment technology with TMS, and their unique capabilities for reusable packaging management.For more information on growth strategies for SMBs using ERP and digital transformation, visit our community at wbs. rocks or elevatiq.com. To ensure that you never miss an episode of the WBS podcast, subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform. 

Send us a textExpanding on the anticipated developments outlined in our 2023 projections, we are upholding a coherent narrative. While analysts continue to deliberate on the likelihood of recessions or a gentle economic deceleration in 2024, existing signals indicate that macroeconomic circumstances will endure at least until the latter half or second quarter. This sustained stability is poised to exert a significant impact on digital transformation initiatives, notably within the domain of mergers and acquisitions, with a particular focus on the ERP sector.In this episode, our host, Sam Gupta, discusses the top 15 digital transformation trends in 2024. He also discusses how AI and the macroeconomic conditions are likely to drive most of the trends. Finally, he discusses, with better momentum than 2023, why CFOs are still likely to be conservative in 2024.For more information on growth strategies for SMBs using ERP and digital transformation, visit our community at wbs.rocks or elevatiq.com. To ensure that you never miss an episode of the WBS podcast, subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform.

Send us a textERP contracts tend to be anything but straightforward. With variations based on the engagement structure and parties involved, these agreements come in different shapes and sizes, influencing the ultimate result. Covering a range of elements, from the dynamics between parties to responsibilities, such as licensing, pricing, implementation, support, and maintenance, these contracts lay the groundwork for your ERP initiatives.In this episode, our host, Sam Gupta, discusses the top 10 most important ERP contract terms in 2023. He also discusses why the ERP subject matter and architectural expertise are critical to understanding the implications of the ERP contract terms. Finally, he discusses details about each of the terms and how each vendor and product approaches these terms.For more information on growth strategies for SMBs using ERP and digital transformation, visit our community at wbs. rocks or elevatiq.com. To ensure that you never miss an episode of the WBS podcast, subscribe to your favorite podcasting platform.