Business Application Modernization: Replace or Renovate?

With the current state of change in global events and the economy, organizations that take a business-driven approach to ERP maintenance and evolution can be better positioned to meet objectives than those who do not.

And having a roadmap that enables new technologies and new business models can lead to growth and competitive advantage in the face of fluctuating market conditions.

But what’s the best path to modernization? Should you replace existing systems or renovate them?

In this on-demand webinar, Rimini Street’s Scott Hays sits down with Duncan Jones, vice president and principal analyst at Forrester, to discuss topics including:

innovating around the edges of your ERP
modernizing with a variety of platforms rather than an omni suite replacement
customizations and security
considering both the IT perspective and the business perspective

You won’t want to miss this insightful conversation. Watch now.

Featured Speakers:

Scott Hays

Sr. Product Marketing Director
Rimini Street

Scott Hays is a seasoned veteran in enterprise software technology for ERP and customer experience. At Rimini Street, Hays is responsible for the go-to-market strategy, messaging, and content for support services.

Prior to Rimini Street, Hays served as senior vice president of product marketing for Epicor, a mid-market ERP provider, and vice president of solutions marketing for Verint, a global leader in customer engagement solutions.

Earlier in his career, Hays was with Clarus Corporation as a development manager and product manager for financials, procurement, and business intelligence solutions, and was a retail buyer and systems manager with Macy’s Department Stores.

Hays holds a degree in Economics and Sociology from Stanford University.

Duncan Jones

VP Principal Analyst
Forrester

Duncan Jones contributes to Forrester’s offerings for Sourcing & Vendor Management Professionals and for Application Development and Delivery Professionals. He is a leading expert on business application strategies and how to get the most from strategic software partners, including packaged applications, SaaS, and custom development. By researching enterprises’ experiences in dealing with key software providers, such as IBM, Microsoft, Oracle, and SAP, Duncan helps clients create sound sourcing strategies, nurture better supplier relationships, and get better outcomes from their strategic software investments. He also advises software providers on pricing strategies and commercial trends.

Duncan is also a leading expert on ePurchasing applications, such as eProcurement and supplier risk and performance management (SRPM), with a particular focus on the increasing overlaps and conflicts between ePurchasing and sell-side B2B eCommerce. He advises clients on their application strategy in these areas, how to make good choices between alternative solution providers, and how to get the best results from implementation.