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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[With the rise of digital technologies, data has become a critical tool for every business – at every stage of growth. Get ready to dive in as Withum's Wally Merkas welcomes Michael Faigen, President and CEO of Stainless Steel Coatings, Inc., the Makers of STEEL-IT Brand Coatings. A unique line of high-performance coatings, STEEL-IT is celebrating 50 years of transforming metal's lifespan. Learn how data analytics sharpened their understanding of customer preferences, fueling their adaptabilit...]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Manufacturers struggle to compare their job costs to their projected profits. Withum’s CRM and ERP Consulting Services Team members Wally Merkas, Melissa Holton and Riley Larsen service manufacturers and support their ERP evolution. Tune in as they break down the types of job costing, including standard costing, and relevant industry examples. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <description><![CDATA[<p>Businesses must proactively approach their year-end accounting and financial reporting procedures as 2023 quickly comes to a close. Our host, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a>, welcomes <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-lowe-cpa-29135b77/'>Eric Lowe</a> from Withum’s Outsourced Accounting Systems and Services (OASyS) team. They know this is a daunting task, so listen in on their best practices to help you achieve a successful close and prepare for the year-end audit.</p>]]></description>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Project management tools have evolved significantly over the years, adapting to the changing needs of businesses and their teams. Today, there’s an emphasis on implementing agile project management tools with modern techniques to benefit organizations and provide more visibility to leadership. Our host Melissa Holton welcomes back one of Withum’s Scrum masters, Kim Gordon, for this lively episode. They discuss what software is trending and how to remain in control of your project management. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Project management tools have evolved significantly over the years, adapting to the changing needs of businesses and their teams. Today, there’s an emphasis on implementing agile project management tools with modern techniques to benefit organizations and provide more visibility to leadership. Our host <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a> welcomes back one of Withum’s Scrum masters, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimlgordon/'>Kim Gordon</a>, for this lively episode. They discuss what software is trending and how to remain in control of your project management.</p>]]></description>
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    <title>Do ERP Systems Belong in Project Management?</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Project management is a priority for most businesses. However, many are still unaware that an ERP solution could make managing their projects easier. Join host Melissa Holton and Withum’s Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experts, Josh Stove and Will Gutekunst, as they share their experiences and best practices on how to consolidate project processes to achieve organizational efficiencies. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:title>Strengthening Your Financial Operations With Streamlined Payment Processing</itunes:title>
    <title>Strengthening Your Financial Operations With Streamlined Payment Processing</title>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 16 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Powering Up Your Business With New NetSuite 2023.2 Release Features</itunes:title>
    <title>Powering Up Your Business With New NetSuite 2023.2 Release Features</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Listen in as host Melissa Holton and guests Darryl Woodworth and Luis Palmitesta dive into the latest NetSuite release, unveiling the game-changing updates and features that will enhance your business operations. Discover how these enhancements can streamline your processes, boost efficiency, and keep your organization at the forefront of ERP technology. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Listen in as host <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a> and guests <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/darryl-woodworth-5376234/'>Darryl Woodworth</a> and <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/luis-palmitesta-aab7b417/'>Luis Palmitesta</a> dive into the latest NetSuite release, unveiling the game-changing updates and features that will enhance your business operations. Discover how these enhancements can streamline your processes, boost efficiency, and keep your organization at the forefront of ERP technology.</p>]]></description>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Countdown to SuiteWorld 2023</itunes:title>
    <title>Countdown to SuiteWorld 2023</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Withum’s ERP team is counting down the days until SuiteWorld on October 16-19th! It’s Oracle NetSuite’s largest annual gathering in Las Vegas – and this year, we’re celebrating 25 years of NetSuite. Tune in as our industry professionals Chris Higgins, Christina Barea, Sasha Tchulkova and Alexis Blacknik share their insights and what they’re looking forward to most. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Withum’s ERP team is counting down the days until SuiteWorld on October 16-19th! It’s Oracle NetSuite’s largest annual gathering in Las Vegas – and this year, we’re celebrating 25 years of NetSuite. Tune in as our industry professionals <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-higgins-b2348b43/'>Chris Higgins</a>, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinajbarea/'>Christina Barea</a>, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-sasha-tchulkova/'>Sasha Tchulkova</a> and <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexis-blacknik/'>Alexis Blacknik</a> share their insights and what they’re looking forward to most.</p>]]></description>
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    <pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>What You Should Know About Sage Intacct’s R3 Release</itunes:title>
    <title>What You Should Know About Sage Intacct’s R3 Release</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Technology continues to evolve and adapt to marketplace needs. Sage Intacct is no different, and its latest release has a handful of new features. From an enhanced vendor approval process to an AI-powered timesheet solution, Withum has you covered. Tune in as industry expert Sumaiya Alam-Stribling shares how Sage Intacct’s R3 updates will immediately benefit your finance department. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Technology continues to evolve and adapt to marketplace needs. Sage Intacct is no different, and its latest release has a handful of new features. From an enhanced vendor approval process to an AI-powered timesheet solution, Withum has you covered. Tune in as industry expert <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/sumaiya-alam-stribling-a8921184/'>Sumaiya Alam-Stribling</a> shares how Sage Intacct’s R3 updates will immediately benefit your finance department.</p>]]></description>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>How Sage Intacct Empowers Small Business CFOs</itunes:title>
    <title>How Sage Intacct Empowers Small Business CFOs</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Technology plays a prominent role in helping finance leaders achieve success. Sage Intacct’s sophisticated platform enables small business CFOs and controllers to strategically grow their business. With customized KPI dashboards, real-time data insights and numerous functionality benefits, their valuable time can be spent elsewhere. Hear why Withum’s industry experts Kim Gordon and Sumaiya Alam-Stribling prefer automating finance and accounting processes with Sage Intacct. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Technology plays a prominent role in helping finance leaders achieve success. Sage Intacct’s sophisticated platform enables small business CFOs and controllers to strategically grow their business. With customized KPI dashboards, real-time data insights and numerous functionality benefits, their valuable time can be spent elsewhere. Hear why Withum’s industry experts <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimlgordon/'>Kim Gordon</a> and <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/sumaiya-alam-stribling-a8921184/'>Sumaiya Alam-Stribling</a> prefer automating finance and accounting processes with Sage Intacct.</p>]]></description>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Increased Inventory Visibility Powered by Modern Warehouse Management Systems</itunes:title>
    <title>Increased Inventory Visibility Powered by Modern Warehouse Management Systems</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Warehouse management has evolved to support the rapid growth of technology and the increased demand for goods and services. Manufacturers need real-time reports and visibility to maintain accurate inventory, solve supply chain challenges and make informed decisions. Host Melissa Holton welcomes RF-SMART’s Ashley Cox to discuss how modern cloud technology like NetSuite ERP and warehouse management systems (WMS) can be your single source of truth. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Warehouse management has evolved to support the rapid growth of technology and the increased demand for goods and services. Manufacturers need real-time reports and visibility to maintain accurate inventory, solve supply chain challenges and make informed decisions. Host <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a> welcomes RF-SMART’s <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-cox-ab1b40213/'>Ashley Cox</a> to discuss how modern cloud technology like NetSuite ERP and warehouse management systems (WMS) can be your single source of truth.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 26 Jul 2023 16:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Balancing the Benefits and Risks of AI in the Workplace</itunes:title>
    <title>Balancing the Benefits and Risks of AI in the Workplace</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In recent years, the advantages of artificial intelligence (AI) have surpassed concerns raised by businesses. However, this doesn't imply that automation technology is without its drawbacks. Host Melissa Holton welcomes back Charlie Callari for a timely episode. Tune in to learn more about the pros and cons of AI, including ChatGPT, in today's modern workplaces. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In recent years, the advantages of artificial intelligence (AI) have surpassed concerns raised by businesses. However, this doesn&apos;t imply that automation technology is without its drawbacks. Host <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a> welcomes back <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlescallari/'>Charlie Callari</a> for a timely episode. Tune in to learn more about the pros and cons of AI, including ChatGPT, in today&apos;s modern workplaces.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In recent years, the advantages of artificial intelligence (AI) have surpassed concerns raised by businesses. However, this doesn&apos;t imply that automation technology is without its drawbacks. Host <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a> welcomes back <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlescallari/'>Charlie Callari</a> for a timely episode. Tune in to learn more about the pros and cons of AI, including ChatGPT, in today&apos;s modern workplaces.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Navigating Revenue Recognition for SaaS and Technology Startups</itunes:title>
    <title>Navigating Revenue Recognition for SaaS and Technology Startups</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Revenue accounting for software, technology and emerging growth companies can be challenging. The type of revenue recognition also varies depending on the nature of the organization. Host Melissa Holton welcomes back Withum’s Chris Higgins and special guest David Hansell. They discuss the current shift to ASC 606 and its impact on business operations. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Revenue accounting for software, technology and emerging growth companies can be challenging. The type of revenue recognition also varies depending on the nature of the organization. Host <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a> welcomes back Withum’s <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-higgins-b2348b43/'>Chris Higgins</a> and special guest <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-hansell-cpa-5791b639/'>David Hansell</a>. They discuss the current shift to ASC 606 and its impact on business operations.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Revenue accounting for software, technology and emerging growth companies can be challenging. The type of revenue recognition also varies depending on the nature of the organization. Host <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a> welcomes back Withum’s <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-higgins-b2348b43/'>Chris Higgins</a> and special guest <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-hansell-cpa-5791b639/'>David Hansell</a>. They discuss the current shift to ASC 606 and its impact on business operations.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 24 May 2023 13:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Addressing Collaboration and Project Management in Remote Environments</itunes:title>
    <title>Addressing Collaboration and Project Management in Remote Environments</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[With workforces remaining remote, project management tools are crucial for keeping teams connected and on track. Software such as Miro can ensure communication is effective and collaboration is efficient. Each platform has its own strengths, so choosing one that works best for your business needs is critical. Join Withum’s newly certified Scrum masters, Melissa Holton and Kim Gordon, as they share their experiences embracing workflow technology. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>With workforces remaining remote, project management tools are crucial for keeping teams connected and on track. Software such as Miro can ensure communication is effective and collaboration is efficient. Each platform has its own strengths, so choosing one that works best for your business needs is critical. Join Withum’s newly certified Scrum masters, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a> and <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimlgordon/'>Kim Gordon</a>, as they share their experiences embracing workflow technology.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With workforces remaining remote, project management tools are crucial for keeping teams connected and on track. Software such as Miro can ensure communication is effective and collaboration is efficient. Each platform has its own strengths, so choosing one that works best for your business needs is critical. Join Withum’s newly certified Scrum masters, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a> and <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimlgordon/'>Kim Gordon</a>, as they share their experiences embracing workflow technology.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 25 Apr 2023 14:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>What&#39;s New With NetSuite?</itunes:title>
    <title>What&#39;s New With NetSuite?</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[If you're familiar with Oracle NetSuite, you know it's that time of year and no, we're not talking taxes. Each year NetSuite delivers two product releases via automatic updates to all users bringing new enhancements and capabilities. The first release of 2023 is here! In this episode, Take Me to the Cloud host Melissa Holton welcomes certified NetSuite professionals Chris Higgins, Luis Palmitesta and Darryl Woodworth, who bring over 30 years of combined NetSuite experience to Withum. Listen i...]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:title>Elevating Your E-Commerce with Jamersan</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The benefits of a modern e-commerce platform can bring in significant revenue and reduce operating costs. Withum’s industry experts Melanie Saunders and Wendy Lin join host Melissa Holton to welcome special guest TJ Gamble. TJ is the CEO of Jamersan and has been building quality e-commerce sites for over ten years. Listen in as they discuss common client pain points and what solutions are available for organizations. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Before ringing in the new year, accounting and finance departments face the challenge of closing their books. It’s not too late to automate and integrate your financial close process to provide faster and more accurate reporting. Host Melissa Holton welcomes back Chris Higgins, who manages Withum’s NetSuite Practice. Tune in to learn how to reduce annual bottlenecks and unlock greater efficiency with modern software. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Before ringing in the new year, accounting and finance departments face the challenge of closing their books. It’s not too late to automate and integrate your financial close process to provide faster and more accurate reporting. Host <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a> welcomes back <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-higgins-b2348b43/'>Chris Higgins</a>, who manages Withum’s NetSuite Practice. Tune in to learn how to reduce annual bottlenecks and unlock greater efficiency with modern software.</p>]]></description>
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    <itunes:title>Redefining the Customer Experience with AI</itunes:title>
    <title>Redefining the Customer Experience with AI</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Businesses – regardless of industry – need to take advantage of innovative, user-friendly ERP solutions to keep up with demand. In this episode, host Melissa Holton welcomes special guest Charlie Callari, Director of Customer Solutions at NLX. NLX’s AI software helps organizations transform customer contact into automated, personalized self-service experiences. Tune in to hear how Withum and NLX work together with NetSuite solutions to enhance customer experiences. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Businesses – regardless of industry – need to take advantage of innovative, user-friendly ERP solutions to keep up with demand. In this episode, host <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a> welcomes special guest<a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlescallari/'> Charlie Callari</a>, Director of Customer Solutions at NLX. NLX’s AI software helps organizations transform customer contact into automated, personalized self-service experiences. Tune in to hear how Withum and NLX work together with NetSuite solutions to enhance customer experiences.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Businesses – regardless of industry – need to take advantage of innovative, user-friendly ERP solutions to keep up with demand. In this episode, host <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a> welcomes special guest<a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlescallari/'> Charlie Callari</a>, Director of Customer Solutions at NLX. NLX’s AI software helps organizations transform customer contact into automated, personalized self-service experiences. Tune in to hear how Withum and NLX work together with NetSuite solutions to enhance customer experiences.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>SuiteWorld 2022 With Mon Cheri Bridals</itunes:title>
    <title>SuiteWorld 2022 With Mon Cheri Bridals</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Withum's Management Consulting Team had a great time at SuiteWorld 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada! Listen in as host Melissa Holton sits down with Mon Cheri Bridals' Jami Mensch and Angelica Silverio. They discuss their experience at SuiteWorld and how they successfully implemented NetSuite to accommodate their growth. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Withum&apos;s Management Consulting Team had a great time at SuiteWorld 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada! Listen in as host <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a> sits down with Mon Cheri Bridals&apos; <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/jami-mensch-ba47268/'>Jami Mensch</a> and Angelica Silverio. They discuss their experience at SuiteWorld and how they successfully implemented NetSuite to accommodate their growth.</p>]]></description>
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    <itunes:title>SuiteWorld 2022 With RF-SMART</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Withum is currently attending SuiteWorld 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada! Our Management Consulting Team members Melissa Holton and Luis Palmitesta met with RF-SMART's Lawrence Cooper. Listen in as they discuss how the native application within NetSuite solves common business problems and what RF-SMART's new shipping product brings to the table. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Withum is currently attending SuiteWorld 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada! Our Management Consulting Team members <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a> and <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/luis-palmitesta-aab7b417/'>Luis Palmitesta</a> met with RF-SMART&apos;s <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrence-crawford-cooper/'>Lawrence Cooper</a>. Listen in as they discuss how the native application within NetSuite solves common business problems and what RF-SMART&apos;s new shipping product brings to the table.</p>]]></description>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Withum is currently attending SuiteWorld 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada! Our Management Consulting Team members Melissa Holton and Chris Higgins met with Satori Reporting's Founder and CEO, Josh LaSov. Tune in to learn more about the only pre-built Power BI reporting solution for NetSuite that companies quickly implement for maximum reporting capabilities. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Withum is currently attending SuiteWorld 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada! Our Management Consulting Team members <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/'>Melissa Holton</a> and <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-higgins-b2348b43/'>Chris Higgins</a> met with Satori Reporting&apos;s Founder and CEO, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-lasov-7897334/'>Josh LaSov</a>. Tune in to learn more about the only pre-built Power BI reporting solution for NetSuite that companies quickly implement for maximum reporting capabilities.</p>]]></description>
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    <itunes:title>How CRM Can Take Your Company to New Heights</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Modern business owners recognize that customer relationship management (CRM) systems are fundamental to accommodating rapid growth and strengthening external relationships. With numerous options available, many are unsure which one is the best fit for their company. Tune in as Withum’s Management Consulting Team Members Josh Stove, Luis Palmitesta, Mars Lomtakul and Angie Ng discuss two major industry players and the value they bring to the table: NetSuite and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Modern business owners recognize that customer relationship management (CRM) systems are fundamental to accommodating rapid growth and strengthening external relationships. With numerous options available, many are unsure which one is the best fit for their company. Tune in as Withum’s Management Consulting Team Members <a href='https://www.withum.com/our-people/joshua-stove/?utm_source=buzzsprout&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=profiles&amp;utm_content=take%20me%20to%20the%20cloud'>Josh Stove</a>, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/luis-palmitesta-aab7b417/'>Luis Palmitesta</a>, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/manintorn-lomtakul/'>Mars Lomtakul</a> and <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/angie-ng-b9a0a6178/'>Angie Ng</a> discuss two major industry players and the value they bring to the table: NetSuite and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.</p>]]></description>
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    <itunes:title>The Rise of Headless Commerce</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Headless commerce is rapidly transforming how companies do business online. Digital experiences are solely owned by the businesses and curated to users, thanks to flexible front-end development. In this episode, Wally Merkas, Mars Lomtakul and Melanie Saunders of Withum’s Management Consulting Team discuss the long-term economic and technical benefits of headless commerce. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Headless commerce is rapidly transforming how companies do business online. Digital experiences are solely owned by the businesses and curated to users, thanks to flexible front-end development. In this episode, <a href='https://www.withum.com/our-people/walter-merkas-mba/?utm_source=buzzsprout&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=profiles&amp;utm_content=take%20me%20to%20the%20cloud'>Wally Merkas</a>, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/manintorn-lomtakul/'>Mars Lomtakul</a> and <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/mnicolesa/'>Melanie Saunders</a> of Withum’s Management Consulting Team discuss the long-term economic and technical benefits of headless commerce.</p>]]></description>
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    <itunes:title>SuiteWorld 2022 Edition</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode is an exciting one. Meet our new Take Me to the Cloud host, Melissa Holton, and get a scoop into this year’s Oracle NetSuite's largest annual gathering of the NetSuite community happening September 27-30 in Las Vegas! Hear the unique reasons why you should attend and what to expect, even if you can’t join in person. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode is an exciting one. Meet our new Take Me to the Cloud host, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/?trk=public_profile_samename-profile'>Melissa Holton</a>, and get a scoop into this year’s Oracle NetSuite&apos;s largest annual gathering of the NetSuite community happening September 27-30 in Las Vegas! Hear the unique reasons why you should attend and what to expect, even if you can’t join in person.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode is an exciting one. Meet our new Take Me to the Cloud host, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaholton/?trk=public_profile_samename-profile'>Melissa Holton</a>, and get a scoop into this year’s Oracle NetSuite&apos;s largest annual gathering of the NetSuite community happening September 27-30 in Las Vegas! Hear the unique reasons why you should attend and what to expect, even if you can’t join in person.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Ensuring A Smooth, Successful Month-End Close</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Many small to medium-sized businesses experience pain points in their financial close processes. A long, drawn-out process results in accounting and finance teams running on a proverbial hamster wheel. Withum’s Management Consulting team members Melissa Holton and Chris Higgins discuss the value of being mindful of your resources. They also share their tips and tricks to ensure timely completion every month. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:title>Risky Business: Proactive Risk Management Strategies</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Risk management is not a simple checklist, but rather a dynamic system of processes that work and live together to provide conscious awareness. Listen in as Brad Smolen, Joe Riccie and Jones Yiu from Withum's Management Consulting team discuss their experiences with risk management. They will also break down best practices for businesses and the value behind this investment. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[There was a time when we thought Robotic Process Automation would replace our jobs. In this episode, Joe Riccie welcomes Wilton Rogers III, Founder, President and CEO of Simply Automate to debunk that theory and share how automation is your pathway to modernization and innovation.  ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[From accelerated digitization to expanded competition, numerous disruptive forces affect distributors. Kim Gordon welcomes Chris Higgins and Luis Palmitesta to discuss how consumers drive the market today. Hear how distributors use analytics, e-commerce and CRM technologies to institute new business practices, strategies and insights. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[As the new year kicks off, it is time to ramp up your resource management planning (RMP). Our Management Consulting team discusses the basic principles and shares how RMP can benefit your organization in this episode. Tune in as Brad Smolen, Joe Riccie and Jones Yiu speak about their experiences in project management and what to consider in your own resource management plan. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>As the new year kicks off, it is time to ramp up your resource management planning (RMP). Our Management Consulting team discusses the basic principles and shares how RMP can benefit your organization in this episode. Tune in as <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-smolen/'>Brad Smolen</a>,<a href='https://www.withum.com/our-people/joseph-r-riccie/'> Joe Riccie</a> and <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonesyiu/?originalSubdomain=ca'>Jones Yiu </a>speak about their experiences in project management and what to consider in your own resource management plan.</p>]]></description>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, we welcome back Tom Burns and Christian DiRusso from Withum's Management Consulting Team. They break down the importance of financial visibility and how your organization’s management can work together to improve it. Hear their take on current challenges and what tools are deemed essential for success. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Withum’s Management Consulting team members Tom Burns and Christian DiRusso discuss what app-centricity is and what our app-centric economy looks like today. The vast, ever-growing marketplace of software tools and ERP applications is exciting but can be intimidating. Tune in to learn about the benefits of expanding your accounting software and where to start. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, Kim Gordon is joined by Walter Merkas and Jones Yiu from Withum's Management Consulting Team. They discuss what point solutions are and their advantages and disadvantages for organizations.   Listen in as they break down the big picture of this specialized software and compare it to integrated suite solutions. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Kim Gordon is joined by Walter Merkas and Jones Yiu from Withum&apos;s Management Consulting Team. They discuss what point solutions are and their advantages and disadvantages for organizations. <br/><br/>Listen in as they break down the big picture of this specialized software and compare it to integrated suite solutions.</p>]]></description>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Withum’s Joe Riccie welcomes Finexio’s Founder and CEO, Ernest Rolfson as they discuss today’s payment challenges in multiple industries and controls and why traditional payment processes are slowing down operations and causing lost labor time.   They provide feedback on benefits of B2B electronification and adding intelligence and automation to accounts payable to drive innovation, process improvement and payment adoption.   ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:title>A Successful Project Manager – A Look into the Role and Key Skills</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Kim Gordon continues our discussion on project management with Walter Merkas and Yaffa Rabkin. What role does a successful project manager play in an ERP implementation project and what skills do they need to employ to keep the project on track? Find out in this episode. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:title>Adapting to Varying Complexities of ERP Implementation Projects</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, we shift gears and look at project management when it relates to ERP implementations. ERP implementation projects vary in complexity and may require adaptability of your project management approach.   Kim Gordon, Walter Merkas and Yaffa Rabkin share insights around setting goals, project approaches and what does “done” really look like for this type of project with varying complexities. Take a listen to gain best practices to make your ERP implementation project a success. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:title>Keeping Up With Evolving Consumer Expectations</itunes:title>
    <title>Keeping Up With Evolving Consumer Expectations</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Today’s state of operations in food and beverage manufacturing companies has created a need for leadership to evaluate their core ERP systems.   In this episode, Walter Merkas welcomes back Steve Gignac and John Shepperson from SWK Technologies to share what they’re seeing in the marketplace and discuss the impacts of outdated technology on evolving consumer expectations. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Today’s state of operations in food and beverage manufacturing companies has created a need for leadership to evaluate their core ERP systems. <br/><br/>In this episode, <a href='https://www.withum.com/our-people/walter-merkas-mba/?utm_source=buzzsprout&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=profiles&amp;utm_content=take%20me%20to%20the%20cloud'>Walter Merkas</a> welcomes back <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/sgignac/'>Steve Gignac</a> and <a href='https://www.swktech.com/about-us/john-shepperson/#:~:text=John%20Shepperson%20has%20been%20working,office%20in%20Greensboro%2C%20South%20Carolina.'>John Shepperson</a> from SWK Technologies to share what they’re seeing in the marketplace and discuss the impacts of outdated technology on evolving consumer expectations.</p>]]></description>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[To wrap up our series on the food and beverage industry, Kim Gordon sits down with Steve Gignac, Director of Solution Architecture of Enterprise Solutions, and John Shepperson, Senior VP Business Development for SWK Technologies to examine the uncertainty across the industry today.   They discuss how business models are changing, assess the state of the food industry and introduce ideas for planning and preparing for change. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:title>Inventory Visibility: Why It Matters and Tips to Increase</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Withum's Kim Gordon welcomes back John Shepperson, Senior VP Business Development and Joe Tortorella, Solution Architect, from SWK Technologies, to talk about the importance of inventory visibility for your business.   They cover how to identify visibility issues, why you need increased visibility and benefits, blockers and challenges faced when trying to increase visibility, whether certain technology help achieve smart and effective inventory planning. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Withum&apos;s <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimlgordon/'>Kim Gordon</a> welcomes back <a href='https://www.swktech.com/about-us/john-shepperson/#:~:text=John%20Shepperson%20has%20been%20working,office%20in%20Greensboro%2C%20South%20Carolina.'>John Shepperson</a>, Senior VP Business Development and <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-tortorella-1bb72a4/?originalSubdomain=fr'>Joe Tortorella,</a> Solution Architect, from <a href='https://www.swktech.com/'>SWK Technologies</a>, to talk about the importance of inventory visibility for your business. <br/><br/>They cover how to identify visibility issues, why you need increased visibility and benefits, blockers and challenges faced when trying to increase visibility, whether certain technology help achieve smart and effective inventory planning.</p>]]></description>
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    <itunes:title>Solving for Supply Chain Disruption During and After the Pandemic</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, we welcome back John Shepperson, Senior VP Business Development at SWK Technologies and a special guest Nick Barron. Nick is a Manager of Information Technology at Marathon Ventures, a full-service processing, manufacturing, packaging and marketing company for foods and beverages.    John and Nick discuss disruptions Marathon Ventures faced in their supply chain during the pandemic and what the organization has done to overcome these challenges.    ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we welcome back <a href='https://www.swktech.com/about-us/john-shepperson/#:~:text=John%20Shepperson%20has%20been%20working,office%20in%20Greensboro%2C%20South%20Carolina.'>John Shepperson</a>, Senior VP Business Development at S<a href='https://www.swktech.com/'>WK Technologies</a> and a special guest <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickdbarron/'>Nick Barron</a>. Nick is a Manager of Information Technology at Marathon Ventures, a full-service processing, manufacturing, packaging and marketing company for foods and beverages.  <br/><br/>John and Nick discuss disruptions <a href='https://www.marathonventuresinc.com/'>Marathon Ventures</a> faced in their supply chain during the pandemic and what the organization has done to overcome these challenges.<br/><br/><br/></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we welcome back <a href='https://www.swktech.com/about-us/john-shepperson/#:~:text=John%20Shepperson%20has%20been%20working,office%20in%20Greensboro%2C%20South%20Carolina.'>John Shepperson</a>, Senior VP Business Development at S<a href='https://www.swktech.com/'>WK Technologies</a> and a special guest <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickdbarron/'>Nick Barron</a>. Nick is a Manager of Information Technology at Marathon Ventures, a full-service processing, manufacturing, packaging and marketing company for foods and beverages.  <br/><br/>John and Nick discuss disruptions <a href='https://www.marathonventuresinc.com/'>Marathon Ventures</a> faced in their supply chain during the pandemic and what the organization has done to overcome these challenges.<br/><br/><br/></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Together Steve Gignac, Director of Solution Architecture of Enterprise Solutions, and John Shepperson, Senior VP Business Development for SWK Technologies, bring 50+ years’ experience in the food and beverage industry to this episode.   Listen in as they take a further look at the new food safety blueprint, critical tracking events, cost of manual processes and tracking paper as well as benefits of electronic documentation for businesses in the industry. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Together <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/sgignac/'>Steve Gignac</a>, Director of Solution Architecture of Enterprise Solutions, and <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-s-a019302/?trk=public_profile_browsemap_profile-result-card_result-card_full-click'>John Shepperson</a>, Senior VP Business Development for SWK Technologies, bring 50+ years’ experience in the food and beverage industry to this episode. <br/><br/>Listen in as they take a further look at the new food safety blueprint, critical tracking events, cost of manual processes and tracking paper as well as benefits of electronic documentation for businesses in the industry.</p>]]></description>
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    <pubDate>Fri, 16 Apr 2021 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Kim Gordon welcomes back Steve Gignac from SWK Technologies, Director of Solution Architecture of Enterprise Solutions. Kim and Steve have a great conversation on critical tracking events, FDA regulations, and how traceability plays a role. Learn more about traceability on our next episode with John Shepperson from SWK Technologies. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimlgordon/'>Kim Gordon </a>welcomes back <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/sgignac/'>Steve Gignac</a> from SWK Technologies, Director of Solution Architecture of Enterprise Solutions. Kim and Steve have a great conversation on critical tracking events, FDA regulations, and how traceability plays a role. Learn more about traceability on our next episode with John Shepperson from SWK Technologies.</p>]]></description>
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    <itunes:title>Background and Importance of Traceability in the Food and Beverage Industry</itunes:title>
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