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Perspectives
Insights and resources for finance transformation.
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Why Best-of-Breed vs. Best-of-Suite Can be a False Choice?
Having spent most of my career in business software, I’ve found the discussion between Best-of-Breed vs. Best-of-Suite to be lacking some nuance - is it always one way or the other? The reality is companies are always selecting shades of both, depending on the phase of the company, the specific business processes they’re addressing, and the breadth and depth of solutions in the market.
Why Subscription Businesses Face a New Technical and Economic Reality
The technology and economy today looks nothing like it did 20 years ago especially for subscription-based businesses. The evolution of software delivery and monetization models has brought new levels of complexity, demanding a fundamentally different operational and financial approach.
Why subscription businesses have to rethink ERP
Something big is happening at Everest. We’ve released new products, onboarded more customers than ever, and enabled them to run faster and leaner. The most common thing we hear from new prospects? “Why haven’t we heard of you before?” and “Why is my current application so expensive?” and “they seem to be increasing prices but giving me fewer capabilities at renewal?”
Revolutionizing Business Software: How AI and "Vibe Coding" Are Changing the Game
The way we create business software is undergoing a massive shift, driven by the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Lengthy, complex coding processes are giving way to more efficient, collaborative, and accessible methods. At the heart of this transformation is a concept gaining traction: "Vibe Coding"
Give Into the Vibes: What My First Week at Everest Taught Me
This week I joined Everest Systems, a company with the goal of becoming a leader in the notoriously difficult ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) market. In its most basic form, an ERP is a system that manages the flow of money in and out of a business.
Native AI is no longer an option, it is a necessity
Many CEOs and CFOs we work with are actively exploring Native Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its potential impact on revenue growth, innovation, and operational efficiency. AI is no longer just a buzzword—it’s a powerful tool reshaping business strategy.
My Journey in the ERP Space: From On-Premise to Native AI
I’ve been in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) space for many years, and I have a story to tell from my personal experiences with ERP and my journey over the years. It all started in the mid-1990s.
Bridging the Gap Between Budgets and Actuals with Everest
As a former FP&A professional, I know firsthand that one of the biggest challenges in the role is—no surprise—reporting. Month-end reporting? A constant headache. Reporting for strategic planning? Even worse.
AI will change the world of business applications
In a recent post, my colleague Franz Färber shared some profound thoughts on how drastically AI will change the world of business software applications. See https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/generative-erp-future-business-applications-franz-faerber-rvdbe/?trackingId=TNmKeKuRTUe0DQ7%2Bq6uniw%3D%3D
The Role of AI Agents in the Future of ERP Systems: Revolutionizing App Development
Satya Nadella recently stirred the tech world with his prediction that SaaS applications, as we know them, may soon become obsolete. He suggested that AI agents could replace the business logic traditionally coded into these applications, reducing the complexity of querying databases and interacting with business systems.
Generative ERP: The Future of Business Applications
Over 70% of organizations are accelerating their AI adoption, but most struggle to maintain intent, compliance, maintainability, and auditability. This is where Generative ERP shines, offering a new approach to building and managing business applications quickly without losing control.
Transparency in Transformation: How Everest Sheds Light on Global ERP Accounting
A common refrain that I’ve heard from customers and accountants in the field is that the workings of their ERP are a bit of a mystery to them. Why did the unrealized gain/loss fluctuate so much from last quarter?
Ditch the Manual Work: Automate Flux Analysis
It’s business day 5 of month 3 in the quarter. I’m down a Senior Accountant, but the show must go on—books must be closed. My team is scrambling to book the final entries, racing to meet tonight’s 10 p.m. deadline. Amid this chaos, one thing I’ve always relied on during month-end close is fluxes: Did we book everything? Did we book it correctly? Does anything look unusual?
Transforming ERP Systems from Static Records to Dynamic Innovations Using Live Sandboxing Technology
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems have long been regarded as the heart of business operations, ensuring stability, regulatory compliance, and accurate data capture across organizations. Traditionally, these systems have served as systems of record: rigid, heavily controlled, and largely unchanging
The New Cost Landscape for SaaS Companies: Why Many ERPs Fall Short and What Needs to Change
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems help businesses manage and integrate their core processes, such as finance, supply chain, and human resources. These systems have been around for decades, primarily designed for traditional manufacturing companies. They emphasized physical products, tangible costs, and revenue recognized when goods changed hands.
