Challenge accepted - transforming from a traditional VAR to a modern VAR
Most VARs know they need to modernize to earn - and retain - today's customers, but where do you start? Acumatica's Geoff Ashley shares tips from the modern VAR playbook.
Classic ERP and construction doesn’t mix – but modern construction software is emerging
The construction industry has modernized - but until recently, ERP hasn't been keeping up. Why? Acumatica's Ray Rebello drills into the functional needs of construction firms, and how modern cloud software fits into the mix.
ERP software has modernized – when will pricing and licensing catch up?
Customers choosing ERP software finally have a range of modern options to consider - with the important exception of software pricing and licensing. Acumatica's Ali Jani lays out the principles of modern ERP pricing companies should consider.
The power of a developer community – you can’t succeed in cloud ERP without one
Most companies still have a divide between business users and developers. Is that why so few cloud ERP shows have hackathons? Acumatica platform evangelist Mark Franks shares how to energize developers and bring business users into the mix - from hackathons to online engagement.
The modern VAR - it's time to transition from professional services to a 21st century business model
Every professional services firm will tell you they are modern and built for digital. But the data tells a different story. Acumatica's Geoff Ashley shares eight issues to overcome if you want to be a modern VAR.
The value of an adaptable platform - APIs and the new business Darwinism
Companies without platforms will struggle to compete - says Acumatica's Ajoy Krishnamoorthy. But not all platforms are created equal. The emergence of the Open API initiative provides guidelines and opportunities.
ERP analysis paralysis and the price of indecision
Too often, the cost of indecision isn't properly weighed. Acumatica's Ali Jani makes his case for cloud ERP - and the risks companies incur by lingering on older systems, where technical debt accumulates.
Don’t bring your data silos into the ERP cloud
Moving ERP to the cloud might sound like a great idea - but if you're not careful, you'll wind up in data silo land. In his diginomica debut, Acumatica CEO Jon Roskill advises readers on how to avoid the ERP cloud silo.