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  • Implementing a cloud-based ERP is an involved process that typically spans 12 to 18 months in length. With that kind of timeline and a sizeable price tag, it pays to know exactly what to expect, common pitfalls to avoid, and how you can start preparing now. That’s why we created A Guide to CloudSuite Success: Steps for a Smooth ERP Implementation—to help organizations approach the arduous task with confidence, clarity, and excitement.
    August 20th, 2025
    Author: Ben Mills
  • In this post, we’ll take a closer look at the current reporting gaps across different business areas, solutions that can bridge them, and new Infor reporting advancements on the way.
    June 18th, 2025
    Author: Ken Foley
  • Spring is in the air, and with it comes Infor’s highly anticipated April Cumulative Update (CU) the first of two major releases this year packed with new features, enhancements, and quality-of-life improvements. For Infor CloudSuite users, these updates present a valuable opportunity to refine processes, boost efficiency, and take advantage of extended functionality. However, with so many changes rolled out at once, keeping up can feel overwhelming, especially for teams that may not have th.....
    March 19th, 2025
  • In this episode of RPI Tech Connect, Adam Luff, Infor’s VP of Healthcare Consulting, shares how ERP solutions are transforming healthcare beyond the back office. Join us to find why advanced ERP tools can enhance workflows, optimize staffing, and improve clinical efficiency to deliver better patient outcomes. From using AI to predict ER demand to training internal talent, we discuss real-world examples of ERP driving impactful change in healthcare. Plus, see how healthcare can improve the p.....
    January 29th, 2025
    Author: RPI Tech Connect
  • As we approach 2025, organizations have an ever-growing selection of accounts payable (AP) invoice automation solutions to choose from. With Infor being the latest to offer a new tool, businesses are now faced with even more options for processing invoices and purchase orders than ever before. Infor’s latest solution combines Robotic Process Automation (RPA) with Optical Character Recognition (OCR), offering a familiar approach that, for organizations using Infor CloudSuite, may be more b.......
    November 13th, 2024
  • So, your organization successfully implemented its enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. Now, before performing Day 2 post-go live initiatives, it’s time to review what you’ve just completed and you can do just that by conducting a comprehensive post-implementation audit. The purpose of such an audit is simple: making sure the new ERP system is working as planned and delivering benefits as promised. This critical step can make or break your experience with the new software, so be sur...
    October 30th, 2024
  • RPI Consultants recently attended the first-ever Infor Velocity Summit in Las Vegas, where we gained exclusive insights into the future of the cloud-based ERP provider. As an Infor Alliance CloudSuite Specialized partner, our mission is to deliver innovative solutions that maximize the value of our clients’ Infor ERP investments. Attending events like the Velocity Summit helps us stay ahead of key developments and future prioriti...
    October 16th, 2024
  • Something else that's really important when you look at CloudSuite is the robustness of the reporting. This aspect of the new Infor CloudSuite solution is really driven by two major factors. First, is the ability to set up GL dimensions, which are indexed. You no longer have to work around the limitation of your account unit activity to track different information. Secondly, you can analyze this information through the self-service tools Infor puts at your fingertips.
    September 7th, 2021
    Author: Keith Wayland & Richard Leigh Stout
  • Let's take a dive into invoice approvals, something Leigh is very passionate about. This area is something that we've worked a lot on with many organizations over the last two decades, and a big part of the work that he did when he started here with RPI Consultants was helping with the shared services and accounts payable department consolidations within the industry.
    August 10th, 2021
    Author: Keith Wayland & Richard Leigh Stout
  • Today we’re going to discuss the project scoping and approach. We begin with some as-is discovery where we're really focused on understanding how this organization has made use of Lawson, or potentially other third-party systems whose functionality will impact the move to CloudSuite. This action is always taken with an eye on practical scoping, so it's not a full-blown optimization assessment. We're really honing in on those details that are pertinent to the work effort and pla...
    May 11th, 2021
    Author: Keith Wayland & Richard Leigh Stout
  • A question we often get from clients who are looking to implement CloudSuite is what should an organization do to prepare for an RPI pre-planning event? While I think it’s the same as planning for an engagement, there are basically two things to consider. The first is that the better you both understand and document your current processes and pain points, the better you can articulate them to a consultant. This way we already know what you’re looking to achieve from the beginning ins...
    May 4th, 2021
    Author: Keith Wayland & Richard Leigh Stout
  • Why would you want to pre-plan for your CloudSuite implementation? In a nutshell, these projects are big and complicated and they disrupt an organization’s business processes for the better by their very nature. Since this undertaking is nothing like an upgrade, you really want to set yourself up to have a successful implementation. Remember, this venture will last the next twenty, twenty-five years – as ...
    April 13th, 2021
    Author: Keith Wayland & Richard Leigh Stout
  • What is CloudSuite Pre-Planning? Pre-Planning is a service from RPI Consultants designed to assist our customers in planning for a successful v11 CloudSuite migration engagement. In this series, we’re going to talk about what it is and why you should do it, how you go about doing it, and what the outcomes are of it. Pre-planning is the exercise that we go through before starting a CloudSuite implementation project. It’s about setting up your scope and timeline, as well as the cons...
    April 6th, 2021
    Author: Keith Wayland & Richard Leigh Stout
  • Mike Gardner, our esteemed, long-time colleague, has officially retired from the RPI ranks and Infor-Lawson community. A sales superhero, Mike had a lengthy career in consulting and sales which outlasted most everyone I know. In addition to working at RPI, he previously owned his own consulting firm, Mid-Point Consultants, and some larger Systems Integrators before that. He was an icon in the Infor-Lawson market, truly a classy guy, and he certainly will be missed.   I will always re...
    January 19th, 2021
    Author: Bill Geddy
  • New Orleans, home to Inforum 2019, was the place to be the last week in September, especially for Infor partners, customers, and employees. It was a bit of homecoming for me, as it also was the five-year anniversary of my first Inforum conference. While a lot has changed since Inforum 2014, a lot has stayed the same. Mainly, there’s a lot of interest among Infor customers in product innovation and how Infor’s modern applications drive efficiency. Monumental momentum.&nbs...
    October 8th, 2019
  • The 90s were a great time and if you’re heading to Inforum 2019, get ready for a taste of nostalgia! While modern-era, game-changing applications including Infor CloudSuite Financials and Supply Management, Infor Global Human Resources, Infor M3 and Birst are headlining the Inforum 2019 technology content, six-time Grammy award winner Christina Aguilera will take the main stage for the Inforum 2019 private customer concert. Part of the 90s theme entertainment will also include an appearanc...
    August 27th, 2019
    Author: Amy Ferro
  • The Greatest Hits Better Project Practices for 2019 ERP projects are increasingly complex as software vendors provide more functionality and integration points and as more teams work remotely in different time zones. Projects become even more challenging if clients are looking to transform all or parts of their business. So, be sure you’re ready to rock and roll with some siiiiiiiiick best practices. 15 Minutes Of Getting On The Same Page Get in rhythm by having a...
    June 11th, 2019
    Author: Patrick Sullivan
  • The Infor (Lawson) user groups have been a long-time industry staple for Lawson users to share how they are getting greater value from their Infor software investments. Sponsoring the user group events around the country provides unique opportunity to uncover the common concerns among Lawson users as well as where there are pockets of innovation. In addition to presenting content on Infor CloudSuite, Birst, and how we are helping customers with updates like ADFS migration, it i...
    May 17th, 2019
  • Infor Winter Showcase markets itself as the ultimate professional development experience, and for good reason. The three-day event includes product road maps, interactive focus groups, customer stories, networking, and so much more. Whether you are on Lawson v9 or v10 on premise or in the cloud, the showcase features information for everyone interacting with the Infor software, including tracks in tools and technology, financials, human capital management, and supply chain management. Pl...
    January 11th, 2019
    Author: Amy Ferro
  • We still have a lot more prizes to give away so don't miss your chance to win! Complete RPI's Infor Lawson community survey and you'll be automatically entered into the drawing for a YETI cooler, an Amazon Echo Show, an Amazon Tap and Starbucks gift cards. You will only be able to take the survey until November 2, so don't wait to participate. RPI Consultants administers this survey to gauge the progress and perceptions of the great Infor Lawson community. The survey cap...
    October 3rd, 2018
  • RPI at the KLUG RPI Consultants is proud to sponsor the Keystone Lawson User Group (KLUG) Meeting being hosted at the Wyndham Garden Inn in York, PA on Friday, April 27th. RPI will be the exclusive sponsor of the 2018 KLUG Meeting with over 20 subject matter experts in attendance and 8 sessions to present. Attending from RPI will be Business Analysts, Senior Consultants, Practice Managers and Partners. For more information or to register for the KLUG 2018 Spring Meeting, please visi...
    April 13th, 2018
    Author: Logan Miller
  • Do you have low Internet bandwidth? Realize high-speed data transport over the internet that will operate up to 1Gbps (One Gigabits per second) by utilizing TEAMabsolute's Transport.S3 tool!
    June 13th, 2017
    Author: Kelsey Simon
  • Those currently on a UNIX/DB2, UNIX/Oracle, iSeries/DB2, Windows/DB2, or Windows/Oracle database should consider switching to Windows/SQL, the platform of Infor CloudSuite. TEAMabsolute has developed MIGRATE.S3, a powerful diagnostic and migration tool, to reliably migrate your Lawson Application Data in a fraction of the time it takes using traditional methods.
    May 9th, 2017
    Author: Kelsey Simon
  • An Infor Xi Platform primer. What you should know about Infor CloudSuite Financials and SCM on the Infor Xi technology platform, also known as Infor CSF. Join Velocity in getting answers to the most commonly asked questions about an Infor Xi upgrade.
    April 20th, 2017

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