<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Elliott Clark Consulting]]></title><description><![CDATA[ERP Adoption Success: From Preparation to Impact]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:35:14 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[What Our Recognition as a Top Manufacturing ERP Partner Means for You]]></title><description><![CDATA[We’re honored to share that Elliott Clark Consulting  has been recognized by the ERP Software Blog as one of the Best Microsoft Dynamics ERP Partners for Manufacturing Companies. But here’s the real question:  Why should that matter to you? Because recognition only matters if it translates into reduced risk, better decisions, and stronger outcomes for manufacturers like you. Let’s talk about what this actually means in practical terms. It Means You’re Not Working with a Generalist...]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/best-microsoft-dynamics-erp-partner-for-manufacturing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a5aff42b1318a2485289d8</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:58:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_6d7754b84c014a6ab8bc671c7e9dfedc~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_628,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Business Central Is Live — But Still Not Delivering Value]]></title><description><![CDATA[What is a Business Central Second Opinion?  A Business Central Second Opinion from Elliott Clark Consulting  is an independent, post-implementation review of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central that evaluates system configuration and business processes to identify why expected value hasn’t been fully realized and where alignment can be improved. If you’ve already implemented Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, you probably recognize this moment: The project is technically complete....]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/business-central-second-opinion-go-live-value</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696fc1e454e2da656247d37f</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:56:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_963de1f6c30d47bb9661f430477edfa3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ERP for Modern Accounting Teams: How to Work Faster, Reduce Errors, and Prepare for AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[Quick Answer  Modern accounting teams struggle because fragmented systems slow close, increase errors, and block AI adoption. An ERP designed for modern accounting teams centralizes financial data, automates repetitive work, improves accuracy, and creates the process discipline required to successfully use AI. The Real Issue Facing Modern Accounting Teams Isn’t Talent — It’s Friction Today’s accounting teams aren’t inefficient because they lack skills. They’re inefficient because they’re...]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/erp-for-modern-accounting-teams-how-to-work-faster-reduce-errors-and-prepare-for-ai</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696d19f8464c8294b3c4dfcf</guid><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 17:48:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stop Automating Chaos: Why Process Must Come Before ERP, Automation, or AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why process must come before ERP and AI? Technology can’t fix broken processes — it only accelerates them.  Organizations that invest in ERP, automation, or AI before addressing process gaps often end up scaling inefficiencies instead of profitability. A process-first approach creates clarity, protects margins, and ensures technology delivers real value. Quick Answer Process must come before ERP and AI because technology amplifies how work already happens. When processes are unclear, ERP...]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/process-before-erp-and-ai</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69544b91312f3eab68dcccdc</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:13:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_a15e5629d28c4c009f6ac9dc3c963fb7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Use Technology in Business Management to Streamline Operations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Quick Answer: Technology in business management helps organizations streamline operations by automating manual tasks, unifying data across departments, and providing real-time visibility for better decisions. Solutions like Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central  centralize financials, operations, and inventory—giving leaders control, clarity, and confidence to scale. Why Technology in Business Management Matters More Than Ever If your team still relies on spreadsheets, email threads, or...]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/technology-in-business-management</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68dffb58389c7e406c7eec41</guid><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 13:06:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_1eb17d47c52c4a5ab822554d29908be3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business Central Second Opinion: 5 Common Issues We Fix Fast]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Business Central Second Opinion  helps companies already live on Business Central uncover what’s truly holding them back—whether it’s setup errors, missing balances, costing chaos, or broken processes. Here are the five issues we resolve most often (and how we fix them fast). You know that moment when someone says, “We thought Business Central would make things easier.”  You just nod… because you’ve heard it a hundred times? That’s usually when they find us. Most of the clients who co me to...]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/business-central-second-opinion-common-issues</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68fe40f1dc39b5e10eaf2d2b</guid><pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2025 16:11:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_644bf614b3f9471dbb83d3bdde068584~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Streamlining Business Process: How Workflow Analysis and ERP Unlock Efficiency]]></title><description><![CDATA[Visual workflow mapping—like this whiteboard with sticky notes—helps teams streamline business processes by spotting bottlenecks and...]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/streamlining-business-process</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c81b145a8e2f5e21543843</guid><category><![CDATA[Digital Transformation]]></category><category><![CDATA[Strategy]]></category><category><![CDATA[ERP]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2025 18:02:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_3c833e886bd3489a976bc6403338fbaa~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Outgrowing QuickBooks? How Manufacturers Fix Costing, Inventory Flow, and Siloed Operations]]></title><description><![CDATA[QuickBooks was built for small businesses—but as manufacturers and distributors grow, it quickly shows its limits. Spreadsheets pile up, costing becomes unreliable, and departments work in silos. The result? Missed opportunities, margin leakage, and constant firefighting. Outgrowing QuickBooks doesn’t have to mean chaos—it’s the moment to streamline processes, connect operations, and build the visibility you need to scale with confidence.]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/outgrowing-quickbooks-manufacturing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68cff861f8183e2492945559</guid><category><![CDATA[ERP]]></category><category><![CDATA[Strategy]]></category><category><![CDATA[Digital Transformation]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2025 17:51:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_1184ad84b7954aae9c061cb15b636b28~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Extensions in Business Central: Why They Matter (and Why They’re Not Like the Old Days)]]></title><description><![CDATA[From “Anything Goes” Customization to Modern Extensions If you’ve been around Microsoft ERP long enough, you’ll remember the old days of...]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/business-central-extensions-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ce888b4658226ab735c236</guid><pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2025 11:41:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_4021bd2226bb49af80d01ef881440bd3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stop Lift-and-Shift: A Process-First Playbook for Business Central]]></title><description><![CDATA[A practical playbook for streamlining and visualizing your operations in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central To streamline business...]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/process-first-business-central</link><guid isPermaLink="false">687e3cb356d6ad4c0eebe61e</guid><category><![CDATA[Digital Transformation]]></category><category><![CDATA[Strategy]]></category><category><![CDATA[ERP]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 16:05:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_6ac9bafe82bb4a118ecce892229539f3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business Central Pricing: A No‑Nonsense Guide for 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Business Central pricing, minus the fluff. We break down Essentials vs Premium, light users, device licenses, and the real costs (implementation, add-ons, storage). See why cloud usually beats on-prem over 3–5 years, how renewals actually work, and how a 3-year commitment can lock today’s rate before Oct 1, 2025. Calm, clear, CFO-approved.]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/dynamics-365-business-central-pricing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68baf84ab0dd208d8573bb0e</guid><category><![CDATA[ERP]]></category><category><![CDATA[Microsoft Says]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 15:36:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_9c7b1d1d7db74e8ead867964a1a155ec~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_630,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Stephanie E. Clark</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Microsoft Technology Stack: One Ecosystem, Endless Possibility]]></title><description><![CDATA[You Don’t Need More Software. You Need a System That Works Together. There’s a reason so many growing companies feel stuck. They’re...]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/microsoft-technology-stack</link><guid isPermaLink="false">688938d5eee17729b184a195</guid><category><![CDATA[Digital Transformation]]></category><category><![CDATA[Microsoft Says]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2025 21:36:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_5f1f190f439b4936b2dbd399d79a0116~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Improved Operational Workflows Unlock Efficiency (and Profitability)]]></title><description><![CDATA[We talk to CEOs and COOs every week who say the same thing: “Our team is working hard, but we’re not moving the needle.” Sound familiar?...]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/improved-operational-workflows</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6846f2947d890f01fad4ce21</guid><pubDate>Sat, 14 Jun 2025 17:10:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_1ed28ebbd2b048609448aa2b5025e2ae~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why You Don’t Want a “Yes” Person As Your ERP Implementation Partner]]></title><description><![CDATA[(And What to Look for Instead) When you're choosing an ERP implementation partner, you're not just picking a software expert—you're...]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/erp-implementation-partner-honesty</link><guid isPermaLink="false">684899abae056a9187d27603</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 21:11:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_3e9865ceb7104b50b0ada66c8c460aeb~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Stephanie E. Clark</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Price Increase Coming October 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here's what you can do about it. Effective October 1, 2025, Microsoft is increasing prices on Dynamics 365 Business Central licenses  for...]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/business-central-price-increase-2025</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68486be85e033c61750046cf</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 18:56:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_b8a5b83f0e514d44ae41b4897cde074e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_702,h_649,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business Central Demo for CEOs: Real-Time Visibility into Profit, Cash Flow, and Growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Running a $2M–$75M business on spreadsheets and disconnected tools?  That might work—until it doesn’t.  This quick demo shows CEOs how...]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/business-central-demo-for-ceos</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6835bc70271a702f1d218c14</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 15:49:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_d675e38fd5bf4e7b89d525d9abaf6f84~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_682,h_445,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Hidden Cost of Manual Processes—and How ERP Fixes It]]></title><description><![CDATA[Still running your business on spreadsheets and duct tape?  We broke down the real cost of manual processes—and why companies are switching to ERP not just to grow, but to survive.]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/erp-vs-manual-processes-what-s-the-real-cost</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68309c3ed5c095281b2b2878</guid><category><![CDATA[Digital Transformation]]></category><category><![CDATA[ERP]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 19:22:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_98cb67fdd56249aca7bb49354f54b7d8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ERP for Growing Businesses: Are You Building for Today or Just Trying to Outrun Tomorrow?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Choosing an ERP for a growing business isn’t about picking the flashiest system — it’s about finding the right fit for how you work today and where you're headed tomorrow. In this article, we break down the common traps scaling companies fall into, the real cost of overbuying or underinvesting, and how to select an ERP that grows with you — without overwhelming your team or your budget.]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/erp-for-growing-businesses-are-you-building-for-today-or-just-trying-to-outrun-tomorrow</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6820e4612d8811f07a2d6f38</guid><category><![CDATA[ERP]]></category><category><![CDATA[Digital Transformation]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 15:59:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_7fd32cbef2934f4ba7b8da3960fe66e1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ERP Glossary: A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding ERP Terms]]></title><description><![CDATA[ERP systems can be overwhelming—especially when it feels like everyone’s speaking a different language. This beginner’s glossary breaks down the most essential ERP terms in plain English, helping you decode the jargon, make smarter decisions, and lead your team with confidence. From MRP to AI and everything in between, start here.]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/erp-for-beginners-a-glossary-of-terms</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67856d7a62c6b84e16644983</guid><category><![CDATA[ERP]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 15:16:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_5892710c26994f24bf6059cdc1f966be~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ERP Implementation for Manufacturers: How a $25M Electronic Component Company Scaled in 90 Days]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover how a $25M electronic component manufacturer cut costs, ended paper chaos, and scaled fast with Business Central ERP—without disrupting operations.]]></description><link>https://www.elliottclarkconsulting.com/post/erp-implementation-for-manufacturers-electronic-components</link><guid isPermaLink="false">682b33da1b60516615233ad7</guid><category><![CDATA[ERP]]></category><category><![CDATA[Case Study]]></category><category><![CDATA[Digital Transformation]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 19:21:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0ea6b7_56cc66a0984644d38b4d919d1d8c46ed~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elliott Clark Consulting</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>