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Host Stephanie McColly, Chief Marketing Officer and EOS Integrator at Crestwood Associates, speaks with three Acumatica partners, Rob Kirkey, Chief Revenue Officer at Three Value, Andrea Hayes, Principal at SVA Consulting, and Armando Huerta, CEO at iTech Support, about how AI is showing up inside growing businesses today. Rob, Andrea, and Armando share what compliance demands when AI touches regulated industries, why starting with one measurable process beats chasing the latest tool, and how they're using AI inside their own firms to be more efficient and responsive.   Timestamps: (01:21) Guest Introductions: Rob Kirkey, Andrea Hayes, and Armando Huerta (08:05) AI and ERP in manufacturing and distribution (12:57) AI in regulated industries (17:07) Where businesses should start with AI (21:19) Real AI use cases and measurable ROI (28:46) Why some businesses stall on AI (33:21) Common AI misconceptions (36:20) What's next for AI and ERP (42:50) One thing to focus on right now (46:34) Lightning round   Links:  Connect with Rob Connect with Andrea Connect with Armando Connect with Stephanie Learn more about Acumatica Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host David De Rego, VP of Product Marketing at Acumatica, speaks with Acumatica’s Doug Johnson, VP of Solution Architecture, and Omar Ghazi, Director of Product Management for Platform, AI, and Technology, about how growing businesses are using new AI capabilities in their ERP solutions today. Doug and Omar share why the companies getting real value are the ones combining ERP’s pristine data with AI’s handling of unstructured data, how Acumatica’s “responsible, practical, valuable” governance policy shapes product development, and what’s new in the 2026 R2 release — from AI automation agents and the generally available AI Assistant to the use of an MCP server in the business solution environment. They also share a practical crawl-walk-run path for teams still cautious about adopting AI, as well as provide a preview of what’s next in the AI product roadmap.  Timestamps: (01:20) Doug and Omar on their roles and how they use AI every day (03:35) How growing businesses are approaching AI adoption right now (05:50)  What separates practical value from stuck-in-pilot: structured plus unstructured data (08:20) Lessons from a launch nobody adopted, and the responsible, practical, valuable rule (11:15) Where AI is delivering the clearest business value in ERP today (14:30) Trust and data privacy: what foundational models do and don’t learn from your data (15:35) Real examples: case summaries, AP document recognition, and the AI Assistant (18:35) Inside 2026 R2: AI automation graduates from prompts to agents (20:55) AI Assistant goes GA — cited sources, screen context, and drag-to-dashboard (24:15) The Acumatica MCP server, and what Model Context Protocol actually means (27:20) A day in the life: removing the reporting bottleneck (29:50) From system of record to a system that predicts and recommends (32:05) What businesses misunderstand about AI, and advice for the cautious (36:10) Advise, assist, automate, orchestrate: where Acumatica takes AI next (39:15) One takeaway: why AI value on an open platform compounds (41:20) Lightning round  Links:  Connect with Doug Connect with Omar Connect with David Learn more about Acumatica Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host David De Rego, VP of Product Marketing at Acumatica, takes a look back at the conversations that defined Season 1 of the Acumatica ERP Podcast. The inaugural season of the new podcast featured so many incredible guests, and this episode features the standout moments and voices across the ERP ecosystem, including John Case, CEO of Acumatica; Chad Martin, Operating Managing Director at Vista Equity Partners; Andy Williamson, Director of Venture Engineering; Ralph Torres, VP of Operations at Eastman Music Company; Jon Reed, Co-Founder of Diginomica; Mickey North Rizza, Group Vice President of Enterprise Software at IDC; Patryk Kubiszyn, VP of Systems and Processes at Smith & Long; Jon Pollock, CPO of Acumatica; and Jeremy Larsen, SVP of Vertical Solutions at Acumatica. David summarizes the many lessons from Season 1: what it takes to build the right foundation for AI, why data and process discipline have to come before technology, how growing businesses are using ERP to scale with confidence, and much more. Also, hear a sneak peek at what's coming in Season 2. Timestamps: 00:49 - Season 1 overview 02:10 - John Case on Acumatica's secret sauce 04:53 - Chad Martin on Vista's acquisition and the AI platform shift 07:29 - Andy Williamson on winning a 24-hour race by 1.7 seconds 09:03 - Ralph Torres on scaling Eastman Music Company 11:34 - Jon Reed on data quality and AI 14:16 - Mickey North Rizza on SMB AI investment trends 15:30 - Patryk Kubiszyn on ERP as organizational change 18:29 - Jon Pollock and Jeremy Larsen on Acumatica's AI roadmap 20:59 - What's coming in Season 2   Links:  Connect with David Learn more about Acumatica Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Lauren O'Hara, Product Marketing Manager at Acumatica, speaks with Ralph Torres, Vice President of Operations at Eastman Music Company, about how Eastman has scaled globally with the help of Acumatica as their operational backbone. Ralph shares what it really takes to modernize globally with a robust ERP solution, why simplifying your data structure is the key to a successful implementation, and how his team built the reporting and visibility tools they needed to run a complex, multi-company business. Timestamps: 00:56 - Ralph's background in music and path to Eastman 08:33 - How Acumatica speeds up employee onboarding 11:43 - Why Eastman outgrew Sage 100 15:42 - Adding new companies with ease 18:04 - What ERP implementation really looks like 31:42 - Dashboards, reporting, and data visibility 37:37 - The value of usage-based pricing 41:32 - Advice for organizations evaluating ERP 43:40 - Lightning round Links:  Connect with Ralph Connect with Lauren Learn more about Acumatica Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Danielle Kerner, Director of Business Operations at Acumatica, speaks with Chad Martin, Operating Managing Director of Vista Equity Partners, about Vista's acquisition of Acumatica and what it means for the company's future growth. Chad shares how Vista's operational expertise, AI focus, and value creation model are helping Acumatica scale, and what the company's cloud-native advantage means for mid-market businesses today. Timestamps: 02:20 - How Vista works with portfolio companies 03:45 - Why Vista acquired Acumatica 07:46 - What makes a successful software business 08:33 - AI's impact on enterprise software 10:32 - Vista's Agentic Factory 17:11 - Growth opportunities post-acquisition 18:21 - Vista's value creation plan 22:44 - The power of peer learning across the portfolio 25:37 - How ERP supports companies as they scale 27:20 - The future of ERP 28:56 - Lightning round Links:  Connect with Chad Connect with Danielle Learn more about Acumatica Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host David De Rego speaks with Jon Pollock (Chief Product Officer) and Jeremy Larson (SVP of Vertical Solutions) about Acumatica's latest product release and direction. You’ll hear about the major 26R1 highlights, including AI capabilities, modernized UI, and deeper industry-specific functionality. Acumatica’s platform brings multi-industry value to customers through integrated workflows across verticals.  Timestamps: 02:12 - What’s new in 26R1 04:21 - How Acumatica is using AI 08:17 - Building a long-term product vision 12:10 - The art of product discovery 22:08 - The future of ERP 27:30 - Key takeaways from 26R1  28:56 - Lightning round Links:  Find Jon online Find Jeremy online Connect with David Learn more about Acumatica Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Patryk Kubiszyn, VP of Systems and Process at Smith & Long, a multi-trade construction services company, describes the company’s ERP transformation with Acumatica. Smith and Long’s ERP transformation was driven by strategic planning, cultural alignment, and leveraging Acumatica's flexibility for continuous improvement. Smith & Long’s response philosophy emphasizes agility, accountability, and precision–which is why they sought a partnership with flexibility and scalability. Timestamps: 00:28 - About our guest 02:52 - Searching for new ERP solutions 06:58 - Changing ERP systems 13:28 - Pursuing future growth opportunities  Links:  Patryk on LinkedIn Learn more about Acumatica Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Robert Kramer (VP and Principal Analyst at Moor Insights and Strategy) and Mickey North Rizza (Group VP for IDC’s Enterprise Software) speak with us from Acumatica Summit 2026. They discuss ERP modernization, AI adoption, and digital transformation for growing businesses. They address modernization challenges in the industry, and describe the importance of clean data use. Timestamps: 00:19 - Meet Robert Kramer 02:45 - The biggest priorities of 2026 08:21 - What successful implementation looks like 18:43 - Scaling for competitive advantage 24:25 - Predictions for AI automation 28:17 - Meet Mickey North Rizza 30:42 - How ERP is evolving 40:29 - Trends to look out for Links:  Find Robert on LinkedIn Find our Mickey on LinkedIn Learn more about Acumatica Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

At Acumatica Summit 2026, we’ll hear from Jon Reed (co-founder of diginomica) and Sanket Akerkar (Acumatica President and COO), as they discuss both the Summit and the state of ERP technology. Jon and Sanket both emphasize the importance of data quality as a foundation for AI and Acumatica's commitment to helping SMBs leverage modern technology through an adaptable, platform-based ERP solution. Timestamps: 00:25 - Meet Jon Reed 01:54 - What makes Summit unique? 07:45 - The evolving role of ERP 12:34 - What sets Acumatica apart 27:23 - Meet Sanket Akerkar 27:33 - Customer priorities in 2026 31:00 - What industry trends to expect this year Links:  Find Jon on LinkedIn Find Sanket on LinkedIn Learn more about Acumatica Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jaclyn, Sanket, and Michael of Acumatica give us a sneak peak of the upcoming Summit, including its new location, logistical advantages, and opportunities for learning. They highlight the Summit’s strong sense of community and innovative spirit. If you’re a Summit first-timer, you’ll get tips for who to meet, how to engage, and how to use the event app to maximize your time.  The Acumatica Summit takes place in Seattle, WA, from January 25-28, 2026.  Timestamps: 00:41 - Meet our guests 03:10 - Inside Summit 2026 07:21 - What to look forward to 17:10 - The future of in-person events 20:38 - FAQs Links:  Find Michael on LinkedIn Find Sanket on LinkedIn Find our host, Jaclyn, on LinkedIn Learn more about Acumatica Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cassie Moore, CFO of Alpha Insulation & Waterproofing, describes her company’s digital transformation, which focused on the implementation of Acumatica ERP across several operations. She discusses the challenges of connecting finance and field teams, efficient scaling, and the cultural shift required for successful tech adoption. Cassie and Jaclyn touch on the role of strong partnerships with technology partners, and what we can look forward to from innovations in AI and anomaly detection.  Alpha has consistently grown for over 34 years, and provides a quarter-century of experience in commercial insulation, waterproofing, spray fireproofing, spray foam insulation, and restoration. Timestamps: 00:26 - About Alpha Insulation & Waterproofing 01:07 - Tackling unique industry challenges 01:35 - Expanding Acumatica’s role in operations 05:29 - Choosing the right technology partner 08:16 - Bridging the gap between finance and field teams 10:56 - Advice for CFOs in the industry 14:55 - Lightning round Links:  Find our guest, Cassie Find our host, Jaclyn Learn more about Acumatica Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Acumatica host Lauren O’Hara brings together three Acumatica partners—Michael Pearson (Contax), Jason Sheaffer (Crestwood Associates), and Paul Tedford (Wm Synergy)—to discuss their journeys, challenges, and successes as Acumatica partners. They explain how each partner entered the Acumatica ecosystem, the importance of collaboration over competition, and the value of sharing experiences. Our guests also describe the significance of building strong teams, investing in training, and leveraging Acumatica’s resources and support to drive growth and customer success. Timestamps: 00:42 - Meet our guests 04:12 - Lessons from rapid growth: Insights for success 13:57 - Expert advice on overcoming growing pains 18:26 - Balancing growth in the SaaS ecosystem 22:17 - Maximizing Acumatica’s resources for success 24:46 - Lightning round: Quickfire insights Links:  Connect with Michael Pearson Connect with Jason Sheaffer Connect with Paul Tedford Learn more about Acumatica Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What does it take to scale a high-performance engineering business when spreadsheets and QuickBooks can't keep up? Andrew Williamson, Director of Engineering at Venture Engineering, shares how his team traded manual processes for real-time visibility—and transformed customer relationships in the process. In this episode, we explore how Venture Engineering supports everything from Formula 1 teams to autonomous vehicle startups, all while racing competitively in 24-hour endurance events. Andy reveals the turning point when the company realized its systems were holding back growth, and how implementing Acumatica unlocked new capabilities they hadn't even imagined. Timestamps: 00:39 - About Venture Engineering 03:36 - How tech gives a winning edge 09:18 - Outgrowing QuickBooks 15:27 - Implementing a new system 20:55 - Increasing efficiency 24:23 - Lightning round Links:  Find Andy on LinkedIn Find our host, David, on LinkedIn Learn more about Acumatica Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John Case, CEO of Acumatica, shares Acumatica’s secret sauce for success: making software easy to use, building a strong partner channel, and fostering a vibrant community. He explains how Acumatica’s focus on small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) allows the company to tailor solutions to a specific market segment, which meets the unique needs of these customers and helps them modernize their systems. Timestamps: 00:52 - The acquisition 02:54 - Finding partners to drive sales 06:57 - Keeping a pulse on the SMB market 11:01 - Adjusting for business needs 14:04 - Acumatica’s rallying cry 16:50 - The Customer Bill of Rights 20:59 - Standing out in a big market 24:56 - Future thinking 26:53 - Lightning round Links:  Find John on LinkedIn Find David on Linkedin Learn more about Acumatica Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Acumatica ERP Podcast delivers practical innovation for growing businesses. Each episode explores how leaders are tackling today’s challenges with smart solutions in business management, cloud technology, and digital transformation. Hosted by experts from Acumatica alongside industry voices and customer stories, the show unpacks trends, tools, and strategies to help you scale smarter and build a resilient business. Whether you’re a decision-maker, innovator, or partner, this podcast provides actionable insights to move your organization forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.