Join us for Part 1 of Your Bridge Over Troubled Water, where Jeff Hare, Tom Simkiss and Lee Briggs from Creaol + SMX share expert insights on navigating ERP challenges and ensuring a smooth, secure implementation.
Overview and other details
Abstract:
The digital transformation is well underway, with organizations increasingly adopting cloud-based SaaS applications such as Oracle ERP Cloud, Workday, NetSuite, SAP, and Salesforce. These platforms promise to relieve organizations from managing their own data centers, cybersecurity risks, and application maintenance. However, despite investing millions in transitioning from legacy on-prem systems to these modern cloud solutions, many ERP implementations fail to meet expectations. It’s estimated that up to 90% of these projects do not succeed, and one of the key issues is the lack of a universally recognized standard to measure success. While being “on time,” “on budget,” and “with expected functionality” are commonly used metrics, they fail to address the true long-term success of the system post-implementation.
In this webinar, we will explore the critical factors that contribute to ERP implementation success and failure, delving into the systemic biases that plague the industry. The presentation will expand the definition of success to include not just project completion but also long-term sustainability, security, compliance, and user adoption. The session will focus on the inherent biases that often lead to less-than-ideal outcomes, including premature software releases, incomplete system integrations, and a lack of understanding regarding the complex cybersecurity and compliance needs of modern systems. Drawing from over 25 years of experience in ERP implementations, the session will provide practical guidance on avoiding these pitfalls and ensuring a more successful transformation.
Through real-world examples, actionable insights, and strategies, participants will learn how to take control of their ERP implementation process and set themselves up for long-term success. Key takeaways will include an understanding of the critical importance of pre-purchase due diligence, the need for sustainable security and controls post-implementation, and how to align organizational objectives with the right technology. This webinar will help attendees navigate the challenges of digital transformation while ensuring they don’t fall victim to the common biases that often derail projects.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the systemic biases that can negatively impact ERP implementations and how to mitigate them.
- Learn how to redefine “success” to include long-term system stability, security, and compliance.
- Gain strategies for ensuring that your organization’s ERP system is secure, well-maintained, and able to meet evolving business requirements.
Who is Attending
Jeff Hare, CPA CISA CIA
CEO & Founder | ERP Risk Advisors
Jeff’s extensive background includes public accounting (including Big 4 experience), industry, and Oracle Financials experience. Jeff has been working in the Oracle Applications space since 1998 with implementation, upgrade, and support experience. His focus on the development of internal controls and security best practices for companies running ERP Applications. Jeff is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), and a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
Jeffrey has worked in various countries including Austria, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Panama, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom, and United Arab Emirates. He is a graduate of Arizona State University and lives in northern Colorado with his wife and three daughters.
Specialties: Risk advisory services for organizations using ERP Applications. Internal controls and security design and implementation services. GRC-related software selection and implementation services.
Tom Simkiss
Senior Director – Commercial / SLED (and Oracle ACE Pro) | Creoal + SMX
Tom Simkiss is a seasoned expert in Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), specializing in both EBS and Oracle ERP Cloud solutions. As a Certified Payables and Receivables Specialist in ERP Cloud and an Oracle Applications ACE, Tom has successfully led more than 30 Oracle ERP Cloud implementations over the past nine years. His extensive background includes providing executive-level guidance on multi-million-dollar projects, with expertise in strategic planning, scope definition, and resource allocation.
A trusted advisor, Tom is dedicated to helping organizations achieve success and measurable ROI with Oracle’s Fusion Cloud products and services. He is a member of the American Bar Association and a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the State of Pennsylvania.
Tom holds a bachelor’s degree from Ursinus College and a law degree from Temple University. He resides in Pennsylvania, with his wife, Kelley, and their four sons.
Lee Briggs
ERP Applications (and Oracle ACE Pro) | Creoal + SMX
Lee Briggs is a highly skilled Oracle Architect with over 20 years of experience in implementing Oracle Applications software for a diverse range of clients. His expertise spans complex Oracle ERP solutions, where he has played a pivotal role in shaping successful implementations.
Recognized for his contributions to the field, Lee is an Oracle ACE and was the first ACE at Creoal+SMX, paving the way for leadership within the organization. His commitment to innovation and excellence has made him a trusted resource for companies seeking expert guidance on Oracle ERP strategies.
Lee holds a bachelor’s degree from University of Leicester, a master’s degree from the University of Northampton.
