Implementing and Maintaining ERP Accounting Systems
Total Credits: 4 including 4 Business Management & Organization - Non-technical
- Average Rating:
- 28
- Categories:
- ACPEN Industry Institute | Industry
- Speakers:
- Randolph (Randy) P. Johnston | Robert (Bob) H. Spencer, PhD | Christopher J. Carrigee, P.E., CPA
- Course Levels:
- Intermediate
- Duration:
- 4 Hours
- License:
Description
After many years of inactivity, a number of businesses are considering upgrading or changing their ERP Accounting solutions. The Panelist represent several decades of experience selecting and implementing accounting solutions across a wide range of business from Manufacturing and Distribution to Retail and Professional Services. They have a broad and practical knowledge of the complete process from Cradle to Grave and will share their experiences as well as provide step-by-step list for you to follow.
Basic Course Information
Learning Objectives*Identify and describe how to identify and select an accounting solution appropriate to your business
*Describe the core features and functionality expected in an ERP Accounting solution
*Discuss the Pros and Cons in choosing an on premise vs. an Cloud based solution
*Describe the ongoing maintenance process and what it takes to make your solution viable on a continuing basis
*Identify and differentiate key technologies deployed in modern accounting
Major Subjects
*ERP Accounting Systems
Course Materials
| Implementing_and_Maintaining_an_ERP_System_Slides | Available after Purchase | ||
| Implementing_and_Maintaining_an_ERP_System_Q&A (0.01 MB) | Available after Purchase | ||
| Important CPE Credit Instructions_READ BEFORE WEBCAST UPDATED (0.47 MB) | Available after Purchase | ||
Speaker
Randolph (Randy) P. Johnston Related Seminars and Products
Exec VP – Co-Founder
K2 Enterprises, LLC
Randolph P. (Randy) Johnston, MCS, has been a top-rated speaker in the technology industry for over 40 years. Inducted into the Accounting Hall of Fame in 2011, Randy is listed as a Top 25 Thought Leader in Accounting from 2011-2021, and was a recipient of the 2021 Accounting Today Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting award for the eighteenth consecutive year. Among his many other awards, he holds the honor of being one of nine technology stars in the U.S. by Accounting Technology Magazine. In addition, Randy writes a monthly column and produces a weekly podcast for The CPA Practice Advisor, features for the Journal of Accountancy, creates articles for accounting and technology publications, and is the author of numerous books. He has started and owns multiple businesses, including K2 Enterprises in Hammond, Louisiana, and Network Management Group, Inc. in Hutchinson, Kansas. NMGI has supported CPA firms for 30+ years and is the largest managed service provider serving the CPA profession in North America. His wife and four children enjoy many experiences together, including theatre, music, travel, golf, skiing, snorkeling, and model trains. His experience as a college instructor, management and technology consultant, and advisor to the profession will be evident to you in Randy's presentations.
Robert (Bob) H. Spencer, PhD Related Seminars and Products
Dr. Bob Spencer is a Technology Coach to business owners and managers and has over 40 years’ experience in business and technology integration. He regularly provides the following services; Strategic Technology Planning, Software Selection, Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Planning, Process Engineering, Digital Data Management, Information Technology Reviews and Audits, and Security Audits. He is an internationally published author and writer of more than a dozen books and hundreds of articles on accounting business and technology solutions.
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EXPERIENCE |
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Twenty Seconds In the Future (TSIF) www.tsif.com 1995 – Present |
Strategic Technology Planning, Technology/Security Audits, Accounting and Content Management software selection & implementation. |
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University of West Florida 1983 – 1997 |
Associate Professor, Adjunct - Accounting & Information Technology Depts. |
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Monsanto Employees Credit Union 1995 – 1996 |
Executive Vice President, 200 million dollar financial institution. Duties encompassed full range of management responsibility for large multi-branch bank. |
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Saltmarsh, Cleaveland & Gund, Certified Public Accountants 1985 - 1995
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Principal, Management and Technology Consulting, Selection and Implementation of Accounting Software solutions. Technology Audits and Reviews. |
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Department of Defense 1970 – 1984 |
Systems Design and Analysis, Programming, Network Administration & Communications.
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CDC Corporation 1975-1980 |
Real Estate Broker/Developer – Indianapolis, Indiana
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EDUCATION |
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Indiana University, 1982 |
Bachelor of General Studies |
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Central Michigan University, 1989 |
Master of Science in Administration |
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Southwest University, 1991 |
Doctorate of Philosophy in Computer Science
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS |
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Who’s Who Business & Industry |
Listed - Leading business professional |
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Thompson Gale |
Listed - Guide to Contemporary Authors |
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Accounting Technology CPA Practice Advisors |
Listed - One of the top 10 technology professionals in the industry Top 25 Technology Thought Leader |
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CERTIFICATIONS |
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Microsoft Corporation |
Microsoft Certified Professional – MCP |
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Novell Corporation |
Certified Network Engineer – CNE |
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ICCP – AICCP |
Certified Computer Professional – CCP |
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ICCP – AICCP
Author and Lecturer 1975 - Present |
Certified Systems Professional – CSP
PUBLICATIONS More than a dozen books and several hundred articles. Subject titles include Risk Management, selecting and implementing accounting software, implementing a paperless office, internal controls and technology best practices. |
Christopher J. Carrigee, P.E., CPA Related Seminars and Products
Christopher J. Carrigee, P.E., CPA
President of Advanced Business Systems, LLC
A Microsoft Dynamics NAV Gold Partner
Chris graduated from Louisiana State University with a degree in Electrical Engineering (minor: Mathematics). He immediately took a position with a large consulting firm where he obtained extensive experience in managing various technically oriented projects. While biding his time (4 yrs.) necessary to sit for the Professional Engineers Examination he embarked on taking the necessary coursework required to sit for the CPA exam. He completed both the Professional Engineers examination and subsequently obtained his CPA license.
Chris has extensive project management experience involving high tech projects for companies which include Mobil Oil, Chevron, LOOP, Murphy Oil, Shell Oil and Entergy. Since 1995 he has been involved in automation projects and since 1999 he has been engaged primarily in ERP and Accounting Software implementations (Microsoft Dynamics NAV formerly Navision). The ERP Software industry has allowed Chris to couple his High Tech Side (Electrical Engineering) with his Accounting expertise enabling him to provide a superior product to his clients. The project management skills which he learned in the engineering profession have served Chris well in the implementation of ERP Software which by its nature is a complex process needing proven project methodology to reduce risk and improve client satisfaction. Chris previously served on the Louisiana CPA Society Technology Committee and has submitted technology related articles for publication in Lagniappe, the monthly publication of the state society. Chris is a principal of Advanced Business Systems, LLC which has offices in Austin, Nashville, and New Orleans.
Registration: Registered in the State of Louisiana as a Professional Engineer in Electrical Engineering; Registration No. 26058 Certified Public Accountant; License No. 23424.
Chris has been involved in approximately 100 system conversions through the years. His role in these projects has typically centered around project management, training and implementation.
Additional Info
Basic Course Information
Advanced Preparation NoneCourse Developer K2 Enterprises
Designed For Management, CFO, CIO, COO, those consulting to business
Prerequisites None
Yellow Book
No
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