TRG Talk x Digital: Episode 6 - In a Conversation with INFOR SunSystems' Product Management Director

In this episode of the Business as Unusual podcast, host Rick Yvanovich sits down with Tariq, the Director of Product Management for Infor SunSystems.

Tariq shares his extensive career journey, starting as a consultant working with reporting applications and eventually joining Infor (formerly Systems Union) to work on the Sun Systems product. Over his 18+ years with the company, Tariq has held various roles, including working with the EPM team and the Sun Systems product team.

Tariq expresses his deep passion for the Sun Systems product, stating that when you "cut us in half, it says Sun Systems" and how he takes immense pride in seeing customers use the software. He also discusses the joy he finds in working with partners, customers, and the talented Infor team, including the new Development Director, Chris Moore.

The conversation delves into Tariq's personal interests, including his love for running, football coaching, and seeking adventure with his family. He also shares the unique story of his time working for a cruise line, where he discovered the ship had an onboard prison, which he describes as the most unusual career experience.

Additionally, Tariq provides insights into the trends he's observed around the adoption of Sun Systems in the cloud, noting that customers are increasingly seeking cloud-based solutions that offer additional value-added services beyond just the core accounting functionality.

This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the leadership and passion driving the continued evolution of Infor's Sun Systems product, making it a must-watch for existing customers and those interested in the future of this long-standing accounting software platform.