Posts by Daniel Collins
5 Reasons to Attend the Acumatica Summit 2018
This year’s Acumatica Summit will be held in Nashville on January 28 – February 2, in Nashville, TN. 2018 marks the 10-year anniversary for Acumatica and we can’t wait to celebrate. If you are still on the fence about registering for the conference here are five reasons we think you should come and share in…
Read More3 Top Online Construction Resources for 2018
The New Year brings new changes for many people. Between New Year’s resolutions and continual self-improvement, 2018 offers a chance for us all to improve professionally and personally. But, as the saying goes, “the more things change, the more they stay the same.” This blog is going to focus on some of the top online…
Read More2017 Construction Spending Trends Upwards
Recently, the U.S. Census Bureau released their 2017 Construction Spending Monthly Report for September. This report is helpful for budgeting for 2018 and establishing underlying trends that may impact the construction industry both short-term and long-term. Below are key takeaways that you should consider. What You Need to Know: September 2017 Construction Spending During the…
Read MoreSay Thanks with these 3 Employee Engagement Ideas this Holiday Season
Finding and hiring the right talent is an expensive, burdensome, process. Yet, many firms fail to put in the effort and investment to retain their own top talent. Employee engagement continues to emerge as a critical driver of business success in today’s competitive business landscape. High levels of employee engagement promote retention of talent, foster…
Read MoreConstruction KPI Dashboards: Creating Championship Level Projects through Analytics
Last night while watching game seven of the World Series I couldn’t help but notice how each team had optimized their rosters utilizing the “Moneyball” tactic – an approach to competition that emphasizes rigorous statistical analysis of player performance to field a team that can better compete against richer competitors. I quickly realized that this…
Read MoreThe Value of Replacing a Legacy ERP System During Disruptive Times
Yes, you can survive business disruption, just not with an outdated legacy ERP system at the core of your business. Disruption. Nobody likes to think about it, but everyone knows it could be coming soon to their market—with or without warning. Disruption isn’t just new competition. It’s more than just an upstart business that comes…
Read MoreInfographic: The Cost of Doing Nothing
One of the most common questions we receive is related to what the most common source of business system failure is. The answer is simple, inaction! Many firms evaluate new systems on a yearly basis but fail to act due to a number of reasons. The cost associated with an ERP implementation failure can have…
Read MoreUnderstanding the ROI of Replacing Legacy Software
Are you considering upgrading your critical business solutions, but don’t know where to begin? Utilize a proven Return on Investment (ROI) analysis to measure your short-term gains and long-term success. This blog will help you understand the ROI of replacing legacy software in favor of a modern cloud-based solution. Businesses often struggle with the decision…
Read MoreHow Construction Firms Use LinkedIn to Take Networking to the Next Level
Networking for construction firms has historically been a process of repeating what has worked well in the past. Many contractors rely on the tactics with proven return on investment (ROI): Attending or exhibiting at conferences and networking events, company listings in industry catalogs, sponsoring golf tournaments, and more. These are all great networking opportunities, but…
Read More6 Benefits Contractors Realize When Deploying Software Designed for Construction Firms
Finding the right software package for your construction firm can become tedious and overwhelming. Do you feel comfortable working in a system designed for multiple industries, or do you want to deploy software designed for construction firms? Whether you have owned multiple Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems before, or if you are just looking to…
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