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Malaysian Reserve
23-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Tarrant County Engages Avèro Advisors to Lead ERP Landscape Assessment and Strategic Roadmapping
KNOXVILLE, Tenn., May 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Avèro Advisors, a nationally recognized independent consulting firm specializing in public sector transformation, is pleased to announce it has been selected by Tarrant County, Texas to provide Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) advisory services. Through this partnership, Avèro will conduct a county-wide evaluation of the current ERP landscape and operational workflows, providing expert insight to help the County plan for the future. Tarrant County awarded Avèro the contract following a competitive procurement process. The initiative centers on a detailed needs assessment and strategic analysis of business functions across County departments. The findings will guide leadership in identifying improvement opportunities and establishing a clear, actionable roadmap—whether that involves optimizing the existing system or pursuing other enhancements. 'Good decisions begin with a clear understanding of where you are,' said Abhijit Verekar, CEO of Avèro Advisors. 'Tarrant County is taking a thoughtful, data-driven approach to evaluating its ERP environment. Our role is to provide the expert guidance they need to uncover the right path forward—with clarity, confidence, and a commitment to their long-term success.' Key Objectives of the Engagement: ERP Environment Assessment: Review of the County's current ERP ecosystem, including technology, user experience, and functional alignment across Workflow Analysis: Detailed documentation and evaluation of core business functions to uncover pain points, duplication, and modernization Roadmap Development: Creation of a future-oriented plan that aligns technology investments with operational priorities—tailored to County Support for Future Procurement: Advisory services may extend to vendor evaluation and implementation support should the County choose to pursue changes. This engagement reflects Tarrant County's commitment to proactive governance, fiscal responsibility, and continuous improvement through technology and process alignment. About Avèro AdvisorsAvèro Advisors is a premier independent consulting firm guiding public sector organizations through complex digital transformations. With a focus on ERP modernization, process improvement, and operational strategy, Avèro equips governments with the tools and insights needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape. About Tarrant CountyLocated in North Texas, Tarrant County serves a population of over two million residents and is one of the fastest-growing and most diverse counties in the nation. The County is dedicated to efficient, transparent service delivery and strategic investment in modern infrastructure. Media Contact:Abhijit VerekarCEO/FounderAvèro Advisors av@
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Tarrant County Engages Avèro Advisors to Lead ERP Landscape Assessment and Strategic Roadmapping
KNOXVILLE, Tenn., May 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Avèro Advisors, a nationally recognized independent consulting firm specializing in public sector transformation, is pleased to announce it has been selected by Tarrant County, Texas to provide Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) advisory services. Through this partnership, Avèro will conduct a county-wide evaluation of the current ERP landscape and operational workflows, providing expert insight to help the County plan for the future. Tarrant County awarded Avèro the contract following a competitive procurement process. The initiative centers on a detailed needs assessment and strategic analysis of business functions across County departments. The findings will guide leadership in identifying improvement opportunities and establishing a clear, actionable roadmap—whether that involves optimizing the existing system or pursuing other enhancements. "Good decisions begin with a clear understanding of where you are," said Abhijit Verekar, CEO of Avèro Advisors. "Tarrant County is taking a thoughtful, data-driven approach to evaluating its ERP environment. Our role is to provide the expert guidance they need to uncover the right path forward—with clarity, confidence, and a commitment to their long-term success." Key Objectives of the Engagement: ERP Environment Assessment: Review of the County's current ERP ecosystem, including technology, user experience, and functional alignment across Workflow Analysis: Detailed documentation and evaluation of core business functions to uncover pain points, duplication, and modernization Roadmap Development: Creation of a future-oriented plan that aligns technology investments with operational priorities—tailored to County Support for Future Procurement: Advisory services may extend to vendor evaluation and implementation support should the County choose to pursue changes. This engagement reflects Tarrant County's commitment to proactive governance, fiscal responsibility, and continuous improvement through technology and process alignment. About Avèro AdvisorsAvèro Advisors is a premier independent consulting firm guiding public sector organizations through complex digital transformations. With a focus on ERP modernization, process improvement, and operational strategy, Avèro equips governments with the tools and insights needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape. About Tarrant CountyLocated in North Texas, Tarrant County serves a population of over two million residents and is one of the fastest-growing and most diverse counties in the nation. The County is dedicated to efficient, transparent service delivery and strategic investment in modern infrastructure. Media Contact:Abhijit VerekarCEO/FounderAvèro Advisors av@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Avero Advisors
Cision Canada
01-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
CloudAvanti Launches to Bring Enterprise-Grade Oracle Cloud Expertise and Capabilities with Boutique-Level Service to the Mid-Market
Key Highlights: CloudAvanti launches today with a mission to deliver tailored Oracle Cloud solutions that drive business efficiency and scalability. The firm offers transformation services across Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Human Capital Management (HCM), Enterprise Performance Management (EPM), and Supply Chain Management (SCM) across North America. TORONTO, May 1, 2025 /CNW/ - CloudAvanti announced today its official launch as a new Oracle Cloud consulting firm designed to help organizations modernize their operations with confidence and clarity. Founded by a team of seasoned business transformation and Oracle Cloud professionals, CloudAvanti delivers fit-for-purpose, outcome-driven Oracle Cloud solutions that help clients move forward – faster and smarter. CloudAvanti's leadership team brings a proven track record in ERP, HCM, EPM, and SCM implementations for clients ranging from growth-stage businesses to complex, global enterprises. Their differentiated approach centers on real partnership, tailored solutions, and accelerated outcomes. CloudAvanti provides full lifecycle Oracle Cloud service offerings, including: The firm also applies automation, AI, and accelerators to targeted areas like development, testing, and reporting to reduce risk and increase speed without sacrificing quality or scalability. "Our mission is simple: deliver great outcomes for clients," said Josh Mills, CEO of CloudAvanti. "Our clients don't need hype – they need execution and results. They want a pragmatic partner who is experienced, flexible, and ready to move with urgency. That's exactly what CloudAvanti is here to provide." The CloudAvanti leadership team brings deep Oracle Cloud and business transformation experience as well as a shared vision for what modern consulting should look like: strategic, efficient, and grounded in partnership: Josh Mills, Chief Executive Officer Pallavi, Managing Director – ERP and EPM Practice Leader Kapil Baliyan, Managing Director – Tech and AMS Practice Leader Sambhavi Balasubramanian, Director – HCM Practice Leader Steve Wakeham, Senior OCM Advisor Rakesh Kumar, Offshore Delivery Lead "We built CloudAvanti to be intentionally different," Mills continued. "Our approach is rooted in listening, adapting, and scaling solutions to meet the specific needs of each client. We don't believe in one-size-fits-all consulting." Guided by a strong set of core values – transparency, innovation, and accountability – CloudAvanti is equally committed to creating an exceptional employee experience, believing that empowered teams deliver the best results for our clients. To learn more about CloudAvanti, its services, or to explore partnership opportunities, visit
Epoch Times
27-04-2025
- Business
- Epoch Times
San Diego County Cities Fare Well in 2023 Rankings
Commentary I've become a big fan of The History Channel's series 'Alone' and 'Alone Australia.' The goal is for one of ten contestants to survive the longest in the fall and winter months above the Arctic Circle or near the Antarctic Circle. Living off the land is not as easy as it seems, but the winning survivalist wins a significant cash prize. I play a similar game with California's 482 cities. Except I get to wait for the last one to finally complete its audit by an independent Certified Public Accounting firm and then post its annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR) for its residents to see. This disclosure requirement is usually completed within six months after the conclusion of the June 30 fiscal year end. Sometimes it takes nine months. Sometimes ... years. For Imperial County, the cities of Holtville and Westmorland have yet to post their June 30, 2020, ACFRs. That makes them nearly four years late. Because of this brazen delinquency, I have broken up Caltrans District 11 into two halves. This is why this ranking is only for the 18 cities in San Diego County. Including a column providing the dates when the auditors completed their field work in the chart below shows that seven of the cities met the timeliness goal of Dec. 31. Another seven made it by March 31. Number 15 is Coronado (July 15, 2024), followed by National City (Oct. 2, 2024), Lemon Grove (Dec. 16, 2024), and finally La Mesa (April 11, 2025). La Mesa's City Council approved the receipt of the financial report on the evening of April 22. That's some 16 months late and nearly two years after the close of the fiscal year. The reason for La Mesa's serious delinquency: 'Please note: FY 23 Audit is delayed due to ERP system upgrade and will be posted as soon as it is complete.' Related Stories 2/26/2025 12/30/2024 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is a type of software that integrates essential business processes within an organization. Investopedia provides a Although along the Mexican border and experiencing immigration The tiny city of Del Mar doubled its unrestricted net position, allowing it to move up one position. Compared to the previous year, its charges for services rose by $767,250, grants for public safety rose by $872,239, grants for public works rose by $578,059, property tax revenues were $550,991 higher, and investment income was up $699,868. Looking at the prior year's revenues in excess of expenditures of $4.6 million, these revenue improvements explain the increase to $8.2 million. Along with $1.3 million in capital projects that were deferred due to the pandemic, the unrestricted net position grew by $6.2 million. This is probably more than you needed to know, but this is what can be garnered from a city's ACFR. Solana Beach was the big upward mover. Having revenues in excess of expenditures of $17.3 million was the big reason. The city moved $4 million into restricted assets and invested $8.3 million in capital assets, leaving $5 million to improve its unrestricted net position. Lemon Grove improved its unrestricted net position by 155 percent. It had revenues in excess of expenditures of $5 million, explaining the $4.1 million improvement to its unrestricted net position. Let's go back to where we started. Timeliness is critical for decision-making when preparing the annual budget. It's important for transparency to the stakeholders, the property owners of the city, to keep them informed on the fiscal management of the city council. And promptness reflects proper stewardship. California state Sen. Steven Choi (R-Irvine) introduced a bill in February to encourage timely reporting. Here's to hoping we can provide the June 30, 2024, San Diego County rankings soon.
Techday NZ
24-04-2025
- Business
- Techday NZ
ERP success or ERP chaos: Why SMB manufacturers win or lose in implementation
In the race toward digital transformation, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are increasingly seen by manufacturers as vital engines for growth, efficiency, and competitiveness. In Australia and New Zealand, many small and mid-sized manufacturing businesses (SMBs) are still heavily reliant on manual processes. According to MYOB's Digital Disconnection Challenge report, nearly one in five businesses have little to no digitisation—often relying on spreadsheets to manage everything from inventory to production schedules. This digital gap presents both a challenge and an opportunity: those who modernise with ERP systems are better positioned to improve efficiency, reduce errors, and compete in a rapidly evolving market. However, for those SMBs adopting modern digitisation, the road to ERP implementation is riddled with pitfalls. While success can unlock streamlined operations and real-time decision-making, failure can bring costly disruptions, spiralling budgets, and underwhelming returns. According to Panorama Consulting's 2024 ERP Report, 97% of organisations report improved business processes after implementing ERP systems. However, Gartner estimates that more than 70% of these implementations fall short of their original business objectives. The contrast is stark: ERP can either be a springboard for strategic growth or a costly misstep that takes years to correct. Unlocking the potential For manufacturers, the promise of ERP remains compelling. When successfully executed, organisations report sweeping improvements across their operations. Panorama's data reveals that 95% of businesses experience enhanced customer experience, while 91% see improved standardisation and lower IT maintenance costs. Productivity gains, better supplier interactions, and access to real-time data are among the most widely reported benefits, and this operational coherence leads to more than just internal efficiency. With silos eliminated, compliance improved, and inventory levels optimised, manufacturers find themselves better equipped to respond to market demands, support customer needs, and pursue growth initiatives. Understanding the risks Despite these benefits, ERP implementation remains one of the most complex IT undertakings a company can pursue. The challenges are multidimensional, involving not just technology, but people, processes, and culture. Common risk areas include poorly defined project scopes, integration complications with legacy systems, and cybersecurity concerns. Operational disruptions during implementation and resistance to change among staff are also frequent hurdles. When these issues are not managed proactively, the result can be missed deadlines, budget overruns, and underutilised systems. A robust implementation strategy begins with realistic planning, supported by strong governance and risk mitigation. Flexibility, clear communication, and a willingness to adapt are just as crucial as selecting the right technology. Where implementations go wrong One of the most common and costly mistakes in manufacturing ERP projects is inadequate planning. Businesses often move forward without a clear vision of their operational model or measurable goals. Without these guideposts, it becomes difficult to align the project with business needs, leading to missteps in vendor selection and system configuration. Budget overruns also plague many implementations. Nearly one in four ERP projects exceed budget, driven by unanticipated technology requirements, underestimated staffing needs, and unexpected data challenges. Often, organisations fail to account for the full scope of costs - including training, process redesign, and post-go-live support - leading to fiscal strain and, at times, project abandonment. Training deficiencies further compound these issues. New systems often entail significant shifts in how employees do their jobs. But with compressed timelines and limited resources, training is often rushed or insufficient. Poor user adoption follows, undermining the system's value and productivity benefits. Another technical pitfall lies in data migration. Transferring data from legacy systems can expose long-standing quality issues. Errors in data mapping or insufficient validation testing can ripple through the entire ERP platform, compromising operational accuracy from the start. Best practices for success Lead from the top. Avoiding these pitfalls begins with leadership. Executive support must be visible and sustained throughout the entire implementation process. Setting up a dedicated steering committee and maintaining clear governance helps keep the project aligned with strategic priorities. Also, timelines should be realistic and account for all project phases, including thorough testing and validation. Plan for the people, Not just for the tech. Adequate time for training, particularly role-specific instruction, is vital to ensure smooth adoption. This includes refresher sessions and ongoing support even after go-live. Appointing internal champions with both technical and interpersonal skills can help bridge communication between teams and provide a single point of accountability. These champions should be empowered with decision-making authority and the resources necessary to lead change effectively. Don't underestimate data readiness. Equally important is data readiness. Early audits of existing data quality, followed by strict governance over cleaning and migration processes, can prevent post-launch issues. Manufacturers should collaborate closely with vendors to establish robust procedures for validation and testing. Pick a partner, not just a vendor. Vendor selection itself is also critical. Manufacturers should seek partners with proven experience in their specific industry and with similar-sized organizations. A good vendor will not only deliver the software but act as a strategic partner throughout the implementation lifecycle. Change is a process. Finally, change management should not be an afterthought. Structured communication, employee involvement, and recognition of success milestones help keep morale high and resistance low. Implementation is as much about people as it is about technology. Looking ahead ERP implementation is not merely a technology upgrade: it's a transformative business initiative. When approached thoughtfully, with a clear strategy and stakeholder engagement, ERP systems can unlock dramatic improvements in efficiency, insight, and customer experience. For SMB manufacturers, the risks are real, but so are the rewards. The firms that thrive in this space are those that understand implementation as a journey: one that blends technical rigor with empathetic leadership and meticulous planning. ERP isn't just software — it's a future operating model. And for SMB manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand, getting it right means planning like it's business-critical. Because it is.
