The ABCs of ERP & Beyond
The ABCs of ERP & Beyond podcast offers insight into the world of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, and how they can enable business growth and optimise processes, as well as exploring leadership and business skills. The ABCs of ERP & Beyond aims to help you understand how ERP systems and related technologies can be leveraged to improve business operations and achieve success
Episodes
73 episodes
Acumatica Summit 2026: AI, Automation & The Future of ERP
What happens when ERP stops being software… and starts becoming a digital replica of your entire business?In this episode, Peter Nicholson and Nirav Shah unpack the biggest moments from Acumatica Summit 2026 — from the buzz...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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59:01
Acumatica Summit 2026: Live Updates and First Impressions
We were so impressed with the news and updates from Acumatica Summit 2026 in Seattle, we had to grab a few minutes to document our initial impressions. Apologies in advance for Pete's slurring of words, he must've been too excited about t...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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17:20
Shopify + Business Central Integration: What the Native Connector Won't Tell You
Thinking about connecting Shopify to Business Central? Before you flip that switch, you need to know what you're getting into.In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Pete and Nirav dig into the Shopify-to-Business Central integr...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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39:43
Why Your Factory Feels Chaotic and How ERP Brings Control Back
Why does manufacturing feel so chaotic for so many businesses?In the first episode of 2026, recorded in person back in November, we explore one of the most misunderstood areas of ERP: planning and scheduling — and ...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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54:37
2025 ERP Year in Review: AI, Tariffs & Our Biggest Episodes
Didn't listen to ANY episodes but want to know what we spoke about? Listen to what we picked out as our top events, episodes, and life moments from 2025.
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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45:16
How to Migrate Work-in-Progress (WIP) Into Your New ERP System
This week on The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, we’re talking all things production orders and WIP (Work in Progress). If you’re in manufacturing, you know how critical it is to keep your BOMs, routings, and shop floor data accurate—and to ...
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Season 3
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Episode 22
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42:57
5 Reasons Your ERP Go-Live Will Fail (And How to Prevent It)
In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Pete and Nirav break down the top five reasons ERP go-lives go off the rails, and what you can do to steer your project back on track. Whether you're preparing for your first impl...
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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48:40
What's New in Acumatica 2025 R2: Top Features Reviewed
After an extended break where Pete was busy getting married, we're now BACK with a look at what caught our eye in Acumatica's latest major release, 2025 R2. Year, this does feature AI talk but this is a game changer in the ERP space so co...
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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57:32
Why You're Not Ready for ERP (And How to Get There)
Are you thinking about ERP but not sure if your business is ready? In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, we break down the Top 5 signs you’re not ready for ERP — and more importantly, what you should do about it.👉 Topics cove...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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48:17
How Manufacturers Can Get Started with AI: A Practical Guide
AI isn’t just for tech giants, it’s reshaping the manufacturing floor too. But before manufacturers jump into the hype, there’s groundwork that needs to be done. In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Peter Nicholson and Nirav Shah br...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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43:19
Acumatica Go-Live in the UK: An Honest, Unfiltered Story
In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Nirav puts Pete in the hot seat to talk about his division’s UK ERP go-live on Acumatica.From the nerves of cutover weekend to the surprises that came during go-live week, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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44:33
Your First Day in Business Central: What Nobody Tells You
Starting fresh in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central? It’s more than just logging in, it's navigating new environments, strange terminology, and a sea of menus. In this episode of The ABCs of ERP and Beyond, Pete and Nirav ...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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45:37
5 Ways ERP Transforms Shipping & Warehouse Operations
Shipping delays, missed paperwork, manual tracking... sound familiar? In this episode of The ABCs of ERP and Beyond, Pete and Nirav unpack the top 5 ways an ERP system transforms shipping departments from overwhelmed to optimize...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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52:20
Why You Should NOT Customize Your ERP (And What to Do Instead)
🎯 Top 5 Reasons to Avoid Customizations!In Part Two of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Pete and Nirav tackle the flip side of ERP decision-making: why not customizing might just be the smartest move your business can make. From smoother upgra...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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47:39
Should You Customize Your ERP? 5 Reasons For and Against
🎭 To Customize or Not to Customize? That is the ERP question! In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, we dive into the top 5 reasons why some businesses choose to customize their ERP systems and why others stee...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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48:32
Connecting Acumatica to Power BI: Live Demo & Step-by-Step Guide
Ready to bring your Acumatica data to life? In this live demo episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, we walk through the full process — from creating a Generic Inquiry (GI) in Acumatica to connecting it directly into Power ...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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49:31
ERP Benefits for CFOs: Financial Visibility in Manufacturing
In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Pete and Nirav dive into why modern CFOs should care deeply about ERP systems — and how the right system can transform financial operations in manufacturing businesses.We...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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44:53
Business Central vs. Acumatica: Honest Comparison for Manufacturers
It’s an ERP smackdown! In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Pete and Nirav go head-to-head on Business Central vs. Acumatica—two major players in the mid-market ERP world. We break down how they stack up in five key ...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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46:00
How to Set Up Business Central: 10 Steps for New Users
Ready to hit the ground running with Business Central? In this episode, Pete and Nirav break down the exact 10 steps to go from zero to ERP hero. Whether you're migrating from another system or starting fresh, we’ve got you covered — f...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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48:03
How to Handle Tariffs and Duties in Business Central
The Trump-era tariffs continue to impact global trade, and businesses need to navigate them efficiently. In this video, we break down what these tariffs mean, how they affect your costs, and—most importantly—how to manage them effectively in Mi...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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37:33
How to Handle Tariffs and Duties in Acumatica ERP
The Trump-era tariffs continue to impact global trade, and businesses need to navigate them efficiently. In this video, we break down what these tariffs mean, how they affect your costs, and—most importantly—how to manage them effectively in Ac...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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46:24
How to Build the Perfect ERP Implementation Team
Implementing ERP software is a massive undertaking, and the right project team can make or break the process. In this episode of The ABCs of ERP and Beyond, Pete and Nirav break down what it takes to assemble a winning team for a smoot...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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45:38
Credit Card Processing in ERP: Setup, Fees & Best Practices
Struggling with manual payment processes outside your ERP? If your team is manually adding e-commerce payments, dealing with delayed collections, or lacking a seamless way for customers to pay invoices, it’s time to rethink your credit card pro...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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33:17
Acumatica Summit 2025: Biggest Announcements & What's Coming Next
Acumatica Summit 2025 delivered some big surprises, powerful updates, and key insights that could shape the future of ERP. In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, we break down the most important announcements, discuss what th...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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51:46
Mobile Barcode Scanning in Business Central: Full Demo & Review
Ever wondered how different ERP systems handle mobile scanning? 🤔 In this final part of our mini-series, we put Business Central to the test and the results were quite unexpected! We often see similarities between Business Central and Acumatica...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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