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ERP Upgrades Before Selling: Smart Move or Unnecessary Expense?
Upgrading ERP software before selling a business is similar to renovating a house before putting it on the market. Here’s how they compare:

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Jul 23 min read


ERP Meets Digital Signage: The Ultimate Duo for Business Efficiency
Digital signage, or simply put, TV screens, are revolutionizing how companies manage information by providing live updates on essential metrics, allowing teams to make informed decisions and solve problems proactively.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Jun 13 min read


Horizontal vs. Vertical ERP Software: Which is Right for Your Business?
When choosing the right ERP system for your mid-market company, one key consideration often gets overlooked: whether the solution is horizontal or vertical. This distinction can significantly impact implementation speed, customization costs, and long-term value.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
May 92 min read


ERP Data Standardization: When to use UPPER CASE, Proper Case, and lowercase.
The decision to use UPPERCASE, Proper Case, or lowercase in ERP data standardization relies on the particular use case, industry norms, and

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
May 53 min read


Migrating from Macola ERP to a New Modern System: A Step-by-Step Guide
Migrating from an older ERP like Macola (Progression or ES) to a more modern system can unlock new efficiencies, improve scalability, and reduce technical debt. However, ERP data migration is a complex and critical process that must be handled with precision.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
May 23 min read


"That's The Way We've Always Done It." The Most Dangerous Phrase In Business
A phrase floats around conference rooms, shop floors, and office meetings, making every consultant, strategist, and change agent wince: “That’s the way we’ve always done it.”

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Apr 212 min read


Bring ERP Data to the Floor: How TV Screens Are Transforming Warehouses
Real-time data visibility can make or break productivity in today's fast-paced warehouse environments. While most ERP systems house critical operational data, getting that information in front of the right people at the right time is the real challenge.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Apr 203 min read


AI in ERP: A Solution in Search of the Right Problems
ERP systems are the backbone of modern business—complex, powerful, and often clunky. So, it’s no surprise that AI has come knocking on the ERP door, promising to streamline, automate, and optimize almost everything.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Apr 202 min read


Aligning ERP Strategy with Economic Cycles: When Is the Right Time?
Timing is crucial in ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) implementations. Some might argue that there is never a perfect time, or it is always the worst time.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Apr 193 min read


Getting Back to Basics: The 6 Warehouse Fundamentals That Matter Most
The six core fundamentals of warehouse management are crucial for the day-to-day functioning of warehouses.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Apr 133 min read


Tribal Knowledge: The Silent Killer of a Scalable Business
In business, "tribal knowledge" serves as a double-edged sword. It refers to employees' insights and experienceIn business, "tribal knowledge" is a double-edged sword. It refers to employees' insights and experience-based knowledge, which are often accumulated over time but remain undocumented.-based knowledge, often accumulated over time, which remain undocumented.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Apr 132 min read


From Chaos to Clarity: The Essential Business Process Checkup You Need.
A Business Process Assessment (BPA) is an onsite discovery method to identify inefficiencies and waste in your daily business operations.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Apr 92 min read


The Unsung Hero of ERP Projects: The Project Champion
mplementing an ERP system is no small feat. It's a complex, high-stakes endeavor that impacts nearly every corner of a business. While most companies focus on selecting the right software and building a capable project team, one crucial role is often overlooked—the ERP project champion.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Apr 42 min read


Is Your ERP Software Over 10 Years Old? Here's What You Need to Know
In the ever-evolving world of enterprise technology, a 10-year-old ERP system can feel like a relic from another era. Yet, many organizations—especially in manufacturing, distribution, and niche industries—still rely on legacy ERP platforms implemented a decade (or more) ago.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Jan 33 min read


Cycle Counting Inventory: Eliminate Year-End Inventory Hassles Efficiently
For many companies on a standard calendar fiscal year, this is the time of year to check ending inventory balances and quantities on hand.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Dec 27, 20242 min read


Considering new ERP software? Here are seven crucial steps you can take right now.
If your business software is ten years old or older, you should consider upgrading or replacing it.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Nov 26, 20244 min read


Inventory Accuracy Simplified: What is it, Where is it, and How Many?
Inventory accuracy, or more precisely, Inventory Record Accuracy (IRA), is one of the most common pain points businesses face today.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Nov 7, 20245 min read


Inventory Counts: Blind Counts or Show Quantity On Hand?
"Do we show the on-hand inventory quantities on the worksheets or mobile devices used for counting?"

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Oct 24, 20244 min read


Inventory Count Preparation Tips: How to Ensure Accurate Stock Counts.
Below are some general guidelines and tips for preparing a spot count, cycle count, or year-end physical inventory.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
May 30, 20243 min read


Excel Hell: Are Spreadsheets Helping or Hurting you Business?
While Excel spreadsheets may have gotten the job done while you were launching your business, there's a good chance it's holding you back now. In your organization, think about how much effort goes into entering data into spreadsheets and emailing them around your organization.

Roger Pujol, CPIM, CSCP
Apr 1, 20243 min read
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