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About Breakfast Briefing
Picture this, your company has finally decided to take the leap and upgrade its ERP system alongside an investment in Artificial Intelligence. The promise of improved efficiency, streamlined processes and better data insights is within reach. But just as you’re about to launch, the chaos begins…data migration issues, unexpected downtime and a frustrated team struggling to adapt. What seemed like a step forward now feels like a major setback.
ERP upgrades and AI projects can be transformative, but without the right approach, they can quickly turn into disasters. At this Breakfast Briefing at The Ivy Cardiff, we’ll explore real-life scenarios of what can go wrong and how to avoid a catastrophe.
Partnering with C&J ERP Consulting, we’ll guide you through the crucial steps businesses often overlook, share expert advice on how to manage the change and give you tangible advice to make your ERP upgrade and AI project a success. During this session we’ll also unravel how AI impacts finance and the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process, offering valuable insights, success stories and strategies for navigating the challenges.
Why Attend
Networking
Forge meaningful connections with peers leading finance and digital transformation. Exchange ideas, gain insights, and grow your professional network.
Expert Talk
Explore how AI can transform finance operations and support your ERP project. Discover expert-led strategies, innovations, and best practices for boosting efficiency.
Industry Insights
Hear from Kefron and C&J customers about real-world AI use in finance. Learn how these tools are streamlining workflows and driving smarter decision-making.
About the speakers
John Bell, COO, C&J Consulting
C&J is a boutique ERP consultancy with over 50 years combined experience in ERP system implementation gained across hundreds of projects. C&J are an agile team of seasoned software architects and project managers, led by Chris Duffy and John Bell. C&J’s ethos is to leverage the best technology combined with project management capabilities, to streamline processes for optimal business management. C&J are famous for transformation, not just implementation.
James Smith, Head of Commercial, Kefron
James is responsible for the delivery of Kefron’s flagship software service ‘Kefron AP’ to 250 customers with a major emphasis on the public sector. James is heavily involved in facilitating automation projects within the accounts payable finance domain, with the aim to increase productivity and reduce costs. With 21 years’ experience of scoping complex system solutions, James has witnessed ‘the good, the bad and the ugly’ when it comes to change management and technology projects.
James Kearns, Commercial Manager, Kefron
Meet James Kearns, our AP specialist at Kefron. James’ primary role is to drive business growth in the UK, Ireland and the US, focusing on helping organisations overcome operational challenges within their finance functions. James has a stellar track record of leading successful engagements with our clients. He brings a wealth of experience, making him a valuable asset in providing clients with tailored recommendations for P2P automation best practices. Count on James Kearns to offer strategic insights and drive operational excellence at Kefron.
Agenda
- 8:30 Welcome & refreshments
- 8:45 The evolving role of AI in Finance
- 9:10 ERP Transformation: How to avoid an ERP Upgrade Catastrophe
- 9:40 Introducing AI embedded applications to your business
- 10:00 Q&A, Roundtable discussion
Free to attend. Spaces are limited, maximum two people per company.
Join finance leaders to explore AI, ERP transformation, and real-world strategies.
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