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Manufacturers are under increasing pressure to adopt AI, yet many find it difficult to distinguish practical opportunities from market hype. In this webinar, we explore what AI actually looks like within a manufacturing ERP environment and where it can deliver measurable business value. We address common misconceptions, including the belief that AI requires replacing an existing ERP system, investing in enterprise-scale budgets, or operating as a Tier 1 manufacturer. Instead, attendees will learn how AI can enhance their current ERP platform by leveraging existing operational data to improve decision-making, automate routine processes, and increase overall business efficiency.

Video: https://www.elevatiq.com/events-and-webinars/ai-for-manufacturers-practical-erp-use-cases-without-a-costly-system-reset/

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🔗Sam Gupta: linkedin.com/in/samguptausa/
🔗Johnny Than: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnthan/


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Most ERP initiatives struggle not because of technology limitations but because of misalignment among business stakeholders, IT, and software vendors. Organizations often move too quickly into product demonstrations without establishing structured requirements, assuming the software will naturally adapt to their processes. This webinar explores how a well-designed ERP request for proposal (RFP) serves as a strategic cost-control tool rather than a procurement formality. By creating clear requirements, reducing ambiguity, and establishing a shared framework for evaluation, a disciplined RFP process helps organizations avoid costly implementation mistakes and make more informed ERP investment decisions.

Video: https://www.elevatiq.com/events-and-webinars/erp-rfp-how-to-save-30-on-erp-selection-costs/

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🔗Sam Gupta: linkedin.com/in/samguptausa/
🔗Shrestha Dash: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shrestha-dash-662b00204/

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Plastic extrusion manufacturers operate in an environment with unique operational requirements that distinguish them from many other manufacturing sectors. Complex production scheduling, process manufacturing workflows, specialized bills of materials, customer-specific product configurations, and highly commoditized product lines all shape ERP requirements and implementation priorities. At the same time, business models, target markets, and operational maturity vary considerably across the industry. As a result, selecting the right ERP system requires a thorough understanding of these operational nuances rather than relying solely on company size or standard feature comparisons.

In this episode, our host Sam Gupta discusses the top Plastic Extrusion ERP systems in 2026. He also discusses several variables that influence the rankings of these ERP systems. Finally, he shares the pros and cons of each ERP system.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QwB9od8lvk
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🔗Sam Gupta: linkedin.com/in/samguptausa/r-58239b22/

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Many manufacturers relying on QuickBooks and spreadsheets believe their current systems are sufficient until growth begins to expose underlying operational constraints. Inventory inaccuracies increase, purchasing becomes more reactive, and disconnected field service and billing processes create inefficiencies that slow the business. Over time, these issues form an invisible barrier to scale, often before leadership identifies fragmented systems as the root cause. This session examines the operational and financial costs of remaining on disconnected tools and provides practical insights into recognizing when it is time to transition to a more integrated business platform.

Video: https://www.elevatiq.com/events-and-webinars/outgrowing-quickbooks-when-manufacturers-must-move-to-erp/

Questions for Panelists?
🔗Sam Gupta: linkedin.com/in/samguptausa/
🔗Morgan Browne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganbrowne/


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This week's enterprise software developments continued to emphasize AI-driven automation, cloud partnerships, and operational intelligence across the enterprise. HUMAN Security expanded its agentic visibility capabilities for marketing and commerce teams, while Iterable introduced a new AI agent and Xactly launched a dispute management AI agent to automate finance workflows. SAP and Google Cloud announced deeper integrations, Appian unveiled new platform features alongside a partnership with Snowflake, and IBM introduced an AI-first development partner to accelerate enterprise application delivery. Additional announcements included Oracle NetSuite's SuiteCloud Agent Skills offering, the latest release of Precisely EngageOne RapidCX, Treasure AI's rebrand, and Parsec Automation's Connected Worker solution, highlighting continued investment in AI-powered productivity, workflow automation, and digital operations.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdL8bi0M_kU

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🔗Sam Gupta: linkedin.com/in/samguptausa/
🔗Robert Kramer: linkedin.com/in/robert-kramer-58239b22/
🔗Charles Brennan: linkedin.com/in/charles-brennan-048901132/
🔗Michael Fauscette: linkedin.com/in/mfauscette/
🔗Jon W. Hansen: linkedin.com/in/jwhansen/

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Machinery manufacturing is among the most operationally complex segments of the ERP market, with business requirements varying significantly across OEMs, component manufacturers, distributors, field service organizations, and equipment rental companies. Many organizations also operate multiple business models under a single corporate structure, adding further complexity to ERP selection. As a result, choosing the right ERP system requires more than evaluating company size or feature lists. It demands a clear understanding of the organization's unique combination of manufacturing, distribution, service, and rental processes to ensure the platform supports both current operations and long-term growth.

In this episode, our host Sam Gupta discusses the top Machinery Manufacturing ERP systems in 2026. He also discusses several variables that influence the rankings of these ERP systems. Finally, he shares the pros and cons of each ERP system.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xP_jGo2xmME
Read: https://www.elevatiq.com/post/top-machinery-manufacturing-erp-systems/

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🔗Sam Gupta: linkedin.com/in/samguptausa/r-58239b22/

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Automotive manufacturers and suppliers are under growing pressure to improve speed, accuracy, and compliance while managing increasingly complex supply chains. Yet many organizations continue to rely on fragmented systems and manual processes that create delays, increase errors, and limit operational visibility. In this webinar, we explore how integrating Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) directly with ERP platforms such as Epicor ERP can automate order processing, reduce manual intervention, and improve data accuracy across the supply chain. Attendees will gain practical insights into how ERP-EDI integration accelerates order cycles, delivers greater real-time visibility, and establishes a scalable foundation for long-term digital transformation.

Video: https://www.elevatiq.com/events-and-webinars/unlock-o-amp-funding-modernize-ontario-automotive-operations-with-edi-and-erp-alignment/

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🔗Sam Gupta: linkedin.com/in/samguptausa/
🔗Tanya Sweet: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanyasweet/
🔗Allie Vignault: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allie-vignault-0b6405197/

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This week's enterprise software developments highlight continued momentum around AI, customer experience, enterprise integration, and cloud modernization. People.ai rebranded as Backstory, while Sage expanded Sage Intacct Advisory and introduced a new Human Capital Management solution to broaden its business application portfolio. Syntax launched a GenAI-powered migration offering for SAP customers, Braze unveiled new capabilities to enhance customer experiences, and Emfluence announced an integration with Avid. Additional announcements included HUMAN Security extending agentic visibility to marketing and commerce teams, Iterable introducing a new AI agent, Precisely releasing the latest version of EngageOne RapidCX, and SAP and Google Cloud expanding their integrations to strengthen enterprise AI and cloud capabilities.

In today's episode, we invited a panel of industry analysts for a live discussion on LinkedIn to analyze current enterprise software stories. We covered many grounds including the direction and roadmaps of each enterprise software vendors. Finally, we analyzed future trends and how they might shape the enterprise software industry.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJ4gLeprFeI

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🔗Sam Gupta: linkedin.com/in/samguptausa/
🔗Robert Kramer: linkedin.com/in/robert-kramer-58239b22/
🔗Kenneth ("Kengon") Gonzalez: linkedin.com/in/kengon/
🔗Donald Farmer: linkedin.com/in/donalddotfarmer/
🔗Thomas Wieberneit: linkedin.com/in/thomaswieberneit/

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