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8 Things We Actually Like in Acumatica 2026 R1
May 4, 2026
53m 47s
Why Your Inventory Numbers Don't Add Up — with Ben Hussey, Co-CEO of Katana
Apr 21, 2026
53m 27s
5 Things to Do Before You Connect Your E-Commerce Site to an ERP
Apr 7, 2026
35m 20s
5 Reasons Your ERP Project Falls Apart Before Go-Live
Mar 24, 2026
1h 03m 40s
Why Your ERP Training Isn't Working (And How to Fix It)
Mar 10, 2026
43m 34s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 5/4/26 | 8 Things We Actually Like in Acumatica 2026 R1 | Send us a message about this episode! Acumatica 2026 R1 is live — 460 pages of release notes, and we've read them so you don't have to. Pete, Nirav, and Emily walk through what actually stood out, what's genuinely useful, and why this particular release deserves your attention sooner rather than later. In this episode, we cover: Acumatica Payments on Shopify — how closing the refund and B2B payment gap between your storefront and ERP simplifies reconciliationThe redesigned customer portal — w... | 53m 47s | ||||||
| 4/21/26 | Why Your Inventory Numbers Don't Add Up — with Ben Hussey, Co-CEO of Katana | Send us a message about this episode! Most businesses have an inventory problem. The question is how big. In this episode, we're joined by Ben Hussey, Co-CEO of Katana Cloud Inventory, to talk about why so many growing businesses struggle with inventory visibility — and what they can do about it. Ben shares how Katana was founded after its creator realised he had no real-time view of demand and supply across his own manufacturing business, and why the rise of multi-channel e-commerce has mad... | 53m 27s | ||||||
| 4/7/26 | 5 Things to Do Before You Connect Your E-Commerce Site to an ERP | Send us a message about this episode! There comes a point in every e-commerce business where the patchwork of Shopify, spreadsheets, ShipStation, and QuickBooks stops working. Orders are flowing in, but nobody has a single view of what's happening — and you're managing three screens just to fulfil one order. In this episode, Peter and Nirav break down the five essential steps every e-commerce business should take before integrating with an ERP system. From cleaning up your product data to cho... | 35m 20s | ||||||
| 3/24/26 | 5 Reasons Your ERP Project Falls Apart Before Go-Live | Send us a message about this episode! You selected the right ERP. You signed the deal. Everyone's buzzing. So why does it start going wrong three months in? This week, Pete and Nirav welcome Emily Browning back to the show to tackle one of the most underrated topics in ERP: project management. Not the software. Not the consultants. The actual discipline of running the project well. Together, the three of them walk through five areas that determine whether your ERP project finishes strong or f... | 1h 03m 40s | ||||||
| 3/10/26 | Why Your ERP Training Isn't Working (And How to Fix It) | Send us a message about this episode! Why does your team forget everything they learned in ERP training? You invested serious time and money. Everyone attended. And three months after go-live, half the team is still confused, making errors, and asking the same questions. The problem isn't your people — it's how the training was structured. The timing's off, the focus is wrong, and nobody's set up to retain what they've learned. In this episode, Pete and Nirav share 5 practical tips (plus a bo... | 43m 34s | ||||||
| 2/27/26 | Parallel Running Your ERP? Here's Why That Backfires | Send us a message about this episode! Parallel running sounds like a safety net. In reality, it's one of the most common and most expensive mistakes in ERP implementation. In this episode, Pete and Nirav are joined by Emily Browning — an IT leader in manufacturing — to break down exactly why running your old system alongside your new ERP almost always backfires. We talk through: Why data duplication quickly becomes data chaos — and you lose your single source of truthThe real impact on your t... | 41m 39s | ||||||
| 2/13/26 | Acumatica Summit 2026: AI, Automation & The Future of ERP | Send us a message about this episode! What happens when ERP stops being software… and starts becoming a digital replica of your entire business? In this episode, Peter Nicholson and Nirav Shah unpack the biggest moments from Acumatica Summit 2026 — from the buzz of the new venue to the bold product announcements shaping the future of cloud ERP. They dive into how Acumatica is embedding AI directly into business workflows, making systems smarter, more proactive, and deeply connected to real-wo... | 59m 01s | ||||||
| 2/8/26 | Acumatica Summit 2026: Live Updates and First Impressions | Send us a message about this episode! We were so impressed with the news and updates from Acumatica Summit 2026 in Seattle, we had to grab a few minutes to document our initial impressions. Apologies in advance for Pete's slurring of words, he must've been too excited about the updates... or the free beer at the after party. Support the show 👋 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Have you experienced an ERP data migration, or are you planning one? Share your thoughts, experiences, or ask questions ... | 17m 20s | ||||||
| 1/23/26 | Shopify + Business Central Integration: What the Native Connector Won't Tell You | Send us a message about this episode! Thinking about connecting Shopify to Business Central? Before you flip that switch, you need to know what you're getting into. In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Pete and Nirav dig into the Shopify-to-Business Central integration — what it does well, where it falls short, and why your data quality matters more than any connector ever will. What we cover: → What the native Shopify connector actually does (and doesn't do) → Why returns managem... | 39m 43s | ||||||
| 1/9/26 | Why Your Factory Feels Chaotic and How ERP Brings Control Back | Send us a message about this episode! Why does manufacturing feel so chaotic for so many businesses? In the first episode of 2026, recorded in person back in November, we explore one of the most misunderstood areas of ERP: planning and scheduling — and why getting it wrong creates constant firefighting. We talk through: Why planning and scheduling are often confused — and why that mattersHow production delays quickly turn into cash flow problemsThe limits of manual, Excel-driven, tribal-knowl... | 54m 37s | ||||||
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| 12/23/25 |  2025 ERP Year in Review: AI, Tariffs & Our Biggest Episodes | Send us a message about this episode! Didn't listen to ANY episodes but want to know what we spoke about? Listen to what we picked out as our top events, episodes, and life moments from 2025. Support the show 👋 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Have you experienced an ERP data migration, or are you planning one? Share your thoughts, experiences, or ask questions in the comments section below. We’d love to hear from you! 🔔 STAY IN THE KNOW: Enjoyed the content? Subscribe to our channel and hit the bel... | 45m 16s | ||||||
| 12/9/25 |  How to Migrate Work-in-Progress (WIP) Into Your New ERP System | Send us a message about this episode! This week on The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, we’re talking all things production orders and WIP (Work in Progress). If you’re in manufacturing, you know how critical it is to keep your BOMs, routings, and shop floor data accurate—and to make sure WIP is recorded properly, both financially and physically. Whether you’re implementing a new ERP or just trying to keep production running smoothly, this episode will give you practical tips to get your WIP and pro... | 42m 57s | ||||||
| 11/24/25 | 5 Reasons Your ERP Go-Live Will Fail (And How to Prevent It) | Send us a message about this episode! In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Pete and Nirav break down the top five reasons ERP go-lives go off the rails, and what you can do to steer your project back on track. Whether you're preparing for your first implementation or guiding your organization through a major upgrade, this episode highlights the hidden pitfalls that most companies don’t see coming. Support the show 👋 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Have you experienced an ERP data migration... | 48m 40s | ||||||
| 11/10/25 |  What's New in Acumatica 2025 R2: Top Features Reviewed | Send us a message about this episode! After an extended break where Pete was busy getting married, we're now BACK with a look at what caught our eye in Acumatica's latest major release, 2025 R2. Year, this does feature AI talk but this is a game changer in the ERP space so come check it out! Support the show 👋 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Have you experienced an ERP data migration, or are you planning one? Share your thoughts, experiences, or ask questions in the comments section below. We’d ... | 57m 32s | ||||||
| 9/15/25 |  Why You're Not Ready for ERP (And How to Get There) | Send us a message about this episode! Are you thinking about ERP but not sure if your business is ready? In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, we break down the Top 5 signs you’re not ready for ERP — and more importantly, what you should do about it. 👉 Topics covered: ERP isn’t QuickBooks (process mapping matters)Time dedication — why ERP slows you down before speeding you upWhy you need an internal accounting teamNegative inventory and why ERP won’t magically fix itThe danger of ... | 48m 17s | ||||||
| 9/1/25 |  How Manufacturers Can Get Started with AI: A Practical Guide | Send us a message about this episode! AI isn’t just for tech giants, it’s reshaping the manufacturing floor too. But before manufacturers jump into the hype, there’s groundwork that needs to be done. In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Peter Nicholson and Nirav Shah break down how manufacturers can prepare for AI adoption in practical, realistic steps. If you’re in manufacturing and wondering “where do we even begin with AI?” — this episode is for you. Support the show 👋 JOIN TH... | 43m 19s | ||||||
| 8/18/25 |  Acumatica Go-Live in the UK: An Honest, Unfiltered Story | Send us a message about this episode! In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Nirav puts Pete in the hot seat to talk about his division’s UK ERP go-live on Acumatica. From the nerves of cutover weekend to the surprises that came during go-live week, Pete shares what actually happened when the system went live — the wins, the challenges, and the lessons learned. You’ll hear about the early concerns from users, the contingency plans that gave leadership confidence, and how expectation... | 44m 33s | ||||||
| 8/4/25 |  Your First Day in Business Central: What Nobody Tells You | Send us a message about this episode! Starting fresh in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central? It’s more than just logging in, it's navigating new environments, strange terminology, and a sea of menus. In this episode of The ABCs of ERP and Beyond, Pete and Nirav break down everything you actually need to know on Day One but won’t find in the onboarding manual. From picking the right company environment, understanding your Role Center, using the Tell Me search tool, and personalizing your w... | 45m 37s | ||||||
| 7/21/25 |  5 Ways ERP Transforms Shipping & Warehouse Operations | Send us a message about this episode! Shipping delays, missed paperwork, manual tracking... sound familiar? In this episode of The ABCs of ERP and Beyond, Pete and Nirav unpack the top 5 ways an ERP system transforms shipping departments from overwhelmed to optimized. Whether it's real-time tracking, automated documentation, or better carrier coordination, this episode highlights practical ERP benefits that make shipping teams faster, leaner, and stress-free. Perfect for operations lead... | 52m 20s | ||||||
| 7/7/25 |  Why You Should NOT Customize Your ERP (And What to Do Instead) | Send us a message about this episode! 🎯 Top 5 Reasons to Avoid Customizations! In Part Two of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Pete and Nirav tackle the flip side of ERP decision-making: why not customizing might just be the smartest move your business can make. From smoother upgrades and lower long-term costs to better alignment with vendor best practices, we explore the strategic advantages of keeping it clean and close to standard. 💡 Whether you're mid-implementation or just starting your ER... | 47m 39s | ||||||
| 6/23/25 |  Should You Customize Your ERP? 5 Reasons For and Against | Send us a message about this episode! 🎭 To Customize or Not to Customize? That is the ERP question! In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, we dive into the top 5 reasons why some businesses choose to customize their ERP systems and why others steer clear. From solving unique business challenges to long-term strategic risks, Pete and Nirav unpack what really matters when deciding whether to go custom or stick with out-of-the-box. Perfect for CFOs, IT leads, and anyone wrestling with ... | 48m 32s | ||||||
| 6/8/25 |  Connecting Acumatica to Power BI: Live Demo & Step-by-Step Guide | Send us a message about this episode! Ready to bring your Acumatica data to life? In this live demo episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, we walk through the full process — from creating a Generic Inquiry (GI) in Acumatica to connecting it directly into Power BI. 🚀 Learn how to structure your GI, expose it via OData, and build a Power BI report that turns raw data into real insight — all in real time. Ideal for analysts, admins, and anyone tired of copy-pasting into Excel. Support the sho... | 49m 31s | ||||||
| 5/26/25 |  ERP Benefits for CFOs: Financial Visibility in Manufacturing | Send us a message about this episode! In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Pete and Nirav dive into why modern CFOs should care deeply about ERP systems — and how the right system can transform financial operations in manufacturing businesses. We walk through five core CFO responsibilities and break down how ERP makes each one faster, smarter, and more reliable: ✅ Budgeting (without the Excel chaos) ✅ Financial reporting that’s real-time and audit-ready ✅ Capex and asset managemen... | 44m 53s | ||||||
| 5/12/25 |  Business Central vs. Acumatica: Honest Comparison for Manufacturers | Send us a message about this episode! It’s an ERP smackdown! In this episode of The ABCs of ERP & Beyond, Pete and Nirav go head-to-head on Business Central vs. Acumatica—two major players in the mid-market ERP world. We break down how they stack up in five key areas Support the show 👋 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Have you experienced an ERP data migration, or are you planning one? Share your thoughts, experiences, or ask questions in the comments section below. We’d love to hear from you! 🔔 S... | 46m 00s | ||||||
| 4/25/25 |  How to Set Up Business Central: 10 Steps for New Users | Send us a message about this episode! Ready to hit the ground running with Business Central? In this episode, Pete and Nirav break down the exact 10 steps to go from zero to ERP hero. Whether you're migrating from another system or starting fresh, we’ve got you covered — from licenses and location setup to posting groups and Power BI. Bonus: you’ll be placing your first sales order by the end of this episode. Let’s make your Business Central setup smoother than your morning coffee. ☕ Fi... | 48m 03s | ||||||
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