Dear SAP Support — I’ve Met Someone Else
I don’t think we should see each other anymore. It’s not you; it’s me. Actually, on second thought, it’s mostly you. Our relationship started as expected, but we’ve grown apart. We now want different things. Let me explain. You’ve changed It used to be that my annual maintenance fee got me support, maintenance and new […]
The Potential of Agile ERP: How Quick Time to Value Delivers Tangible, not Theoretical Results
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are the cornerstone of the organization, enabling IT and finance leaders to integrate and manage their core business processes. However, the pace of innovation and the increasing demands for modern functionality and outcomes today, not in the distant future, are challenging the long-standing assumption that ERP transformation projects must span […]
2027: The ERP Innovation Inflection Point
As 2027 approaches, organizations face a pivotal moment in deciding how to modernize their technology landscape and in particular, their existing on-premise ERP systems and the associated business applications. The requests and requirements from senior business leaders for improvements in user experience, analytics and dashboards that provide real time glimpse into the business are now […]
How AI Can Transform Financial Services & Banking
As an IT leader in the financial services (“finserv”) sector, I often reflect on the challenges we face in today’s rapidly evolving landscape, as well as the best ways to overcome those challenges. I’ve seen my share of changes in this industry and have always recognized that finserv is a balance between art and science. […]
Low-code, AIOps, and Automation: Rimini Street and ServiceNow, Inc. Partnership Expands Options for Oracle EBS Clients
Frank Reneke is GVP of Professional Services for Rimini Custom™, a unique offering that extends Rimini Street’s support and services across the enterprise software landscape. With more than three decades of experience working across Oracle products, both inside of Oracle and with Rimini Support ™ for Oracle clients, Reneke has been at the forefront of […]
Strategies for Telecom Executives—Navigating the OPEX Conundrum
As the market becomes increasingly competitive and technology evolves rapidly, telecommunications industry (telecom) leaders must find ways to achieve more with less — managing operating expenses (OPEX) without sacrificing critical capabilities. This balancing act is especially difficult in a capital-intensive industry like telecom, where infrastructure investments and IT systems are crucial for ongoing operations. In […]
Strategies for Telecom Executives—Balancing Innovation and OPEX
In my previous blog, Strategies for Telecom Executives—Navigating the OPEX Conundrum, we explored the growing pressures on OPEX in the telecom sector, from network upgrades and regulatory compliance to rising energy costs and cybersecurity. As telecom executives work to navigate these challenges, finding a balance between fostering innovation and managing operating expenses is no longer […]
MENA C-suite Imperatives: Evolving IT and Enterprise Investments
CFO-to-CFO Insights: Prioritizing Financial Services IT in 2025
After years as a CFO who collaborated closely with CIOs, I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformation of the CFO role from a financial steward to a strategic leader. The interplay between finance and technology has become more intertwined than ever, creating opportunities to drive innovation, enhance operations, and achieve strategic goals. During a recent conversation, I […]