Would you tie a Porsche to a horse, or would you rather leverage the power of one of the best driving machines ever made? LeapGreat CEO Bob Cummings takes us on a journey through the evolution of ERP systems with exclusive insights from our recent behind-the-scenes interview. In this video interview with Dr. Patti Fletcher, Bob uncovers the profound lessons learned from past waves of adoption that continue to shape the future of Enterprise Resource Planning. He also explains why modern ERP systems should be viewed as powerful, intelligent platforms that help businesses connect operations, improve visibility, and prepare for the next era of transformation. Hear why Bob sees the new ERP as the powerhouse and truly smart system that covers the broadest spectrum of any enterprise, and unravel the keys to success and innovation in this ever-evolving landscape together.
Modern ERP systems are becoming the powerhouse of enterprise transformation. In this video, LeapGreat CEO and Co-Founder Bob Cummings joins Dr. Patti Fletcher to discuss how ERP has evolved, what businesses can learn from past waves of adoption, and why the next generation of Enterprise Resource Planning is so important for the future of business.
The conversation explores how ERP systems have changed over time and why each major wave of adoption has created new opportunities for companies. Earlier ERP systems helped businesses organize data, improve planning, and connect important departments. Today, modern ERP systems go much further by supporting automation, smarter decision-making, broader enterprise visibility, and more agile operations.
Bob explains why the new ERP should be viewed as a truly smart system that covers one of the broadest spectrums of any enterprise. From finance and supply chain to manufacturing, planning, operations, and reporting, ERP plays a central role in how companies run and grow.
This episode is valuable for executives, IT leaders, SAP teams, operations professionals, and business decision-makers who want to understand where ERP is headed. It also highlights why companies must think strategically about implementation, modernization, and innovation.
