Business Process, ERP Selection, General, Information Technology, Lean Accounting
This is an age old question and today the chicken and egg that I am going to discuss is redesign of business process versus selection of an ERP system and which should come first. If you listen to most ERP vendors and system integrators they will definitely say...
Business Process, Finance Department, Information Technology, Lean Accounting
In the competitive economic environment on the 21st century, finance is expected to be strategic and focus on providing accurate and very timely information for operation decision making and optimizing profits and shareholder value. In addition the finance...
Business Process, General, Lean Accounting
I am reading a new book ‘Optimizing Back Office Operations: Best Practices to Maximize Profitability’ by Zahid Khalid. While the title may sound a little boring, I was so excited to find this book. It is a very good read and definitely not...
Business Process, Information Technology, Lean Accounting
In the last couple of days 2 non-related experiences have emphasized to me the importance of looking at business differently. Sunday after the Super Bowl (fabulous game) I watched the new reality show ‘Undercover Boss’. In the episode last night...
Business Process, General, Information Technology, Lean Accounting
In the last couple of posts I talked about the importance of looking at the organization differently, expanding thinking beyond our day to day limited view to find ways to change processes and technology to improve the business, successfully navigate the current...
Business Process, Information Technology, Lean Accounting
Well we are reading lately that the recession is over and the economy is starting to grow again. At the same time we hear how unemployment and under employment is still at extremely high levels. With all those people out of work it will be hard for them to...
