The Acumatica ERP Podcast

Hitting the Right ERP Note: Eastman Music Company’s Digital Transformation

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 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralph-torres-612683a/] Connect with Lauren [http://linkedin.com/in/lauren-o-hara-57aa92123] Learn more about Acumatica [https://www.acumatica.com/acumatica-erp-demo-video/?campaignid=22693396698&adgroupid=184861598841&adid=759497029620&utm_device=c&utm_term=acumatica&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=google-us-acumatica_branded_terms-mql_tm_ai_max_073025&utm_content=acumatica-tm&hsa_acc=7381336225&hsa_cam=22693396698&hsa_grp=184861598841&hsa_ad=759497029620&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-365389794887&hsa_kw=acumatica&hsa_mt=e&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22693396698&gbraid=0AAAAAD3VObDwZ6F4NN_HR2vZ8xOtPVHKS&gclid=CjwKCAjwr8LHBhBKEiwAy47uUjEgernL8cVwtiwtBcnJAdqnOgjWRmbp5JkyZlWC3pnyfwvBpu2PRxoC9BMQAvD_BwE] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scaling Smarter: Vista Equity Partners on the Evolving ERP Landscape

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 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-martin-033162/] Connect with Danielle [https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellekerner/] Learn more about Acumatica [https://www.acumatica.com/acumatica-erp-demo-video/?campaignid=22693396698&adgroupid=184861598841&adid=759497029620&utm_device=c&utm_term=acumatica&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=google-us-acumatica_branded_terms-mql_tm_ai_max_073025&utm_content=acumatica-tm&hsa_acc=7381336225&hsa_cam=22693396698&hsa_grp=184861598841&hsa_ad=759497029620&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-365389794887&hsa_kw=acumatica&hsa_mt=e&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22693396698&gbraid=0AAAAAD3VObDwZ6F4NN_HR2vZ8xOtPVHKS&gclid=CjwKCAjwr8LHBhBKEiwAy47uUjEgernL8cVwtiwtBcnJAdqnOgjWRmbp5JkyZlWC3pnyfwvBpu2PRxoC9BMQAvD_BwE] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Acumatica’s Latest AI-enabled Product Release

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 [https://www.acumatica.com/leadership-team/] Find Jeremy online [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-larsen-b5785116/] Connect with David [https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidderego/] Learn more about Acumatica [https://www.acumatica.com/acumatica-erp-demo-video/?campaignid=22693396698&adgroupid=184861598841&adid=759497029620&utm_device=c&utm_term=acumatica&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=google-us-acumatica_branded_terms-mql_tm_ai_max_073025&utm_content=acumatica-tm&hsa_acc=7381336225&hsa_cam=22693396698&hsa_grp=184861598841&hsa_ad=759497029620&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-365389794887&hsa_kw=acumatica&hsa_mt=e&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22693396698&gbraid=0AAAAAD3VObDwZ6F4NN_HR2vZ8xOtPVHKS&gclid=CjwKCAjwr8LHBhBKEiwAy47uUjEgernL8cVwtiwtBcnJAdqnOgjWRmbp5JkyZlWC3pnyfwvBpu2PRxoC9BMQAvD_BwE] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Acumatica Summit 2026: Redefining Response in Construction Services

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 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/patryk-kubiszyn/?originalSubdomain=ca] Learn more about Acumatica [https://www.acumatica.com/acumatica-erp-demo-video/?campaignid=22693396698&adgroupid=184861598841&adid=759497029620&utm_device=c&utm_term=acumatica&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=google-us-acumatica_branded_terms-mql_tm_ai_max_073025&utm_content=acumatica-tm&hsa_acc=7381336225&hsa_cam=22693396698&hsa_grp=184861598841&hsa_ad=759497029620&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-365389794887&hsa_kw=acumatica&hsa_mt=e&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22693396698&gbraid=0AAAAAD3VObDwZ6F4NN_HR2vZ8xOtPVHKS&gclid=CjwKCAjwr8LHBhBKEiwAy47uUjEgernL8cVwtiwtBcnJAdqnOgjWRmbp5JkyZlWC3pnyfwvBpu2PRxoC9BMQAvD_BwE] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Acumatica Summit 2026: Industry Analysts Explore How to Unlock ERP's Full Potential

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 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-kramer-58239b22/] Find our Mickey on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickeynorthrizza/] Learn more about Acumatica [https://www.acumatica.com/acumatica-erp-demo-video/?campaignid=22693396698&adgroupid=184861598841&adid=759497029620&utm_device=c&utm_term=acumatica&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=google-us-acumatica_branded_terms-mql_tm_ai_max_073025&utm_content=acumatica-tm&hsa_acc=7381336225&hsa_cam=22693396698&hsa_grp=184861598841&hsa_ad=759497029620&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-365389794887&hsa_kw=acumatica&hsa_mt=e&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22693396698&gbraid=0AAAAAD3VObDwZ6F4NN_HR2vZ8xOtPVHKS&gclid=CjwKCAjwr8LHBhBKEiwAy47uUjEgernL8cVwtiwtBcnJAdqnOgjWRmbp5JkyZlWC3pnyfwvBpu2PRxoC9BMQAvD_BwE] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.