by EpiUsers.Help Un-Named Podcast
Taking our community forum into a new form! We wanted to be able to do more presentation and interview style content and thought, Hey! what if we jumped on the Podcast bandwagon!? Watch or Listen for interviews with Epicor Employees, Vendors, SMEs, and Customers. Friendly chats with our community about ERP, Enterprise, Epicor, the Web, Security, Cloud, Manufacturing more! Video version of the podcast is available on Spotify and Youtube.com!
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June 16, 2026
<p>As ERP vendors continue pushing customers toward SaaS and cloud-first strategies, many organizations are asking an important question:Are we gaining innovation, or giving up control?In this episode of the EpiUsers Podcast, Jose Gomez and Bryan DeRuvo sit down with independent ERP analyst Eric Kimberling to discuss the future of SaaS, cloud ERP, AI, vendor lock-in, and the strategic decisions businesses need to make as the ERP landscape continues to evolve.Together, they explore the opportunities, risks, and realities behind today's ERP transformation initiatives and discuss whether the industry is solving the right problems for customers.</p><p>Topics Covered</p><p>✅ The shift toward SaaS and cloud ERP</p><p>✅ Data ownership and customer control</p><p>✅ Vendor lock-in risks and long-term business flexibility</p><p>✅ The true cost of SaaS ERP</p><p>✅ AI's impact on ERP innovation</p><p>✅ Platform ecosystems and low-code development</p><p>✅ Best-of-breed vs. all-in-one ERP strategies</p><p>✅ What the next generation of ERP software may look like</p><p>About Our Guest:</p><p>Eric Kimlerling </p><p>Founder & CEO, Third Stage Consulting</p><p>Eric Kimberling is one of the leading independent ERP and digital transformation advisors in the world. Through Third Stage Consulting, he helps organizations navigate ERP selection, implementation, digital transformation, and organizational change management.</p><p>🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erickimberling</p><p>🔗 Website: https://thirdstage-consulting.com</p>
May 30, 2026
<p><strong>10 Years of EpiUsers, Insights 2026, and Other Questionable Decisions</strong></p><p><strong>Welcome Back... Finally</strong></p><p>After a brief hiatus measured in years rather than weeks, Jose Gomez and Bryan DeRuvo return for Season 3 of the EpiUsers Podcast. In this special episode, they celebrate the 10-year anniversary of EpiUsers, recap Epicor Insights 2026, discuss AI, community awards, and share a few stories that probably should have stayed in the forum archives.</p><p><strong>10 Years of EpiUsers</strong></p><p>The episode begins with the origin story of EpiUsers. What started as an effort to revive a fading Yahoo group eventually became EpiUsers.Help, a thriving community of more than 11,000 Epicor users helping each other solve problems, share ideas, and occasionally create legendary forum moments.</p><p>Jose and Bryan reflect on a decade of growth, friendships, and unexpected successes, including Epicor's embrace of the community as an important customer voice. They also revisit the infamous "Most Likes" incident, where one determined member decided to like nearly every post on the forum, creating confusion, laughter, and one of the most memorable moments in EpiUsers history.</p><p><strong>Insights 2026 Highlights</strong></p><p>The conversation then shifts to Epicor Insights 2026. Bryan discusses receiving a Manufacturing Champion Award and shares lessons learned from cloud adoption, acquisitions, and large-scale ERP implementations.</p><p>The hosts recap several standout sessions, including AI, automation, dashboard development, MCP integrations, and practical solutions being built by members of the EpiUsers community.</p><p><strong>AI, Prism, and the Future</strong></p><p>AI was the dominant theme of this year's conference, and Jose and Bryan dive into the announcements surrounding Prism, AI agents, and the future of automation within Epicor. Jose was particularly impressed by the App Studio Prism agent, which promises to eliminate a healthy percentage of App Studio clicking, a goal everyone can support.</p><p>The discussion also covers Epicor's roadmap, including conversations about the future of on-premises deployments and the company's efforts to address customer concerns through direct engagement with users.</p><p><strong>Community Awards and Recognition</strong></p><p>The annual EpiUsers Community Awards are highlighted, recognizing Kevin Linscombe, Randy Stolz, and Alyssa Osemegie for their outstanding contributions to the community. The Community Partner Award was presented to Jen Triffhauser for her advocacy and support of Epicor customers.</p><p>Jose and Bryan also thank the sponsors who helped make the EpiUsers 10-Year Anniversary Event possible. With more than 250 attendees, the celebration was a testament to the strength of the community that has grown around EpiUsers over the last decade.</p><p><strong>What's Next?</strong></p><p>The episode wraps up with a look ahead at improvements to EpiUsers.Help, including a new forum theme, AI-assisted moderation, future community initiatives, and ambitious plans for more podcast episodes.</p><p>Ten years ago there was no Kinetic, no Prism, no Copilot, and no AI generating forum themes in minutes. Yet somehow EpiUsers survived, grew, and became one of the most influential communities in the Epicor ecosystem. Here's to the next decade.</p>
July 8, 2024
<p> Premiere of Season 2, Bryan and Jose return after a year-long hiatus, energized and ready to recap their experiences at Epicor Insights 2024. From meeting Bear Grylls to an unexpected event turnout, they share it all.</p> <p>Celebrate with them as they honor community MVPs <a href="https://www.epiusers.help/u/timshuwy/summary" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Tim Shoemaker</a>, <a href="https://www.epiusers.help/u/gpayne/summary" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Greg Payne</a>, and <a href="https://www.epiusers.help/u/klincecum" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Kevin Lincecum</a> for their significant contributions. Dive into the future of ECM and explore innovative solutions like dynamic document management and AP automation.</p> <p>Hear their take on AI in Epicor and its practical applications. Plus, get a sneak peek at what's in store for the new season, including guest appearances and insightful discussions on product comparisons and technical demos. Join Bryan and Jose as they kick off an exciting new season filled with fresh insights and community spirit!</p>
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