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🔦 Employee Spotlight: Meet one of our Consultant Relationship Managers! 🔦   At Bayforce, we believe that success isn’t just about placing the right consultant—it’s about supporting them every step of the way. That’s where our incredible Consultant Relationship Manager, Becca Fisher, comes in!   From the moment a consultant first engages with our customer, Becca is there to ensure a seamless experience. She provides ongoing support throughout the project lifecycle—helping navigate client expectations, checking in regularly, and ensuring our consultants have everything they need to thrive.   ✅ Key ways she supports our consultants: ✔ Onboarding & Engagement: Ensuring smooth transitions into new projects. ✔ Ongoing Support: Regular check-ins to address challenges and celebrate wins. ✔ Issue Resolution: Acting as an advocate when roadblocks arise. ✔ Redeployment: Helping consultants align with future opportunities.   Her work ensures that Bayforce consultants feel valued, heard, and positioned for success as an integral part of our extended team.   👏 Join us in celebrating Becca for her dedication to consultant success!   #Bayforce #EmployeeSpotlight #ConsultantSuccess #ERP #Oracle #SAP #ProjectLifecycle #ERPImplementation

🌟 Celebrating the Women Who Inspire, Lead, and Innovate! 🌟 On this International Women’s Day, we honor the incredible women who drive success at Bayforce, our clients, and the IT industry as a whole. From delivering transformational SAP projects to leading teams with expertise and resilience, their contributions shape the future of technology and business.   To the women making an impact every day—your leadership, dedication, and vision inspire us all. 💡💪   Join us in celebrating the achievements of women in IT and beyond. Tag a woman who has inspired you in your career! 👇   "Do not wait for someone else to come and speak for you. It’s you who can change the world." – Malala Yousafzai #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2025 #WomenInTech #Leadership #Bayforce

🌟 Happy Employee Appreciation Day! 🌟 Today, we want to take a moment to recognize and thank the incredible Bayforce team—both here in the U.S. and across the globe. Your dedication, expertise, and passion drive our success every day.   A special shoutout to our amazing consultants who are out in the field delivering excellence for our clients. Your hard work, adaptability, and commitment to top-tier service make a real impact, and we truly appreciate everything you do.   To our delivery team members—thank you for ensuring our clients receive the best talent and solutions. Your expertise and attention to detail are the foundation of our success.   To our back office teams—from HR and finance to operations and compliance, your hard work behind the scenes keeps everything running smoothly, and we couldn’t do this without you.   To our client-facing teams—your dedication to building relationships, understanding client needs, and delivering value is what sets Bayforce apart. We appreciate the energy and passion you bring every day.   At Bayforce, we know that people are the heart of everything we do. Whether you’re working behind the scenes or on the front lines of transformation, we see you, we value you, and we are grateful for you. Thank you for being part of the Bayforce family! 💙   #EmployeeAppreciationDay #ThankYou #TeamBayforce #ConsultantsRock #Gratitude #WeAppreciateYou #StrongerTogether

🎉 Cheers to One Year, Madison Ferguson! 🎉   Today, we celebrate Madison Ferguson's one-year anniversary at Bayforce! In just 12 months, Maddi has made an incredible impact as a Director of Consulting Services, bringing energy, dedication, and a relentless drive to help our clients and consultants succeed.   From building strong relationships to tackling challenges head-on, Maddi exemplifies what it means to be a trusted partner in IT consulting. Her ability to connect with people, understand their needs, and deliver solutions has made a real difference for our team and those we serve.   Maddi, thank you for your hard work, passion, and all you bring to Bayforce. We’re lucky to have you on this journey and can’t wait to see what the next year holds for you!   Drop a comment below to congratulate Maddi on this milestone! ⬇️🎉   #WorkAnniversary #TeamBayforce #ERPConsulting #SAP #Oracle #CongratsMaddi

🌍 Rolling Out a Global ERP Template? Here’s the Hard Part…   Designing a global SAP or Oracle ERP template is just the beginning. The real challenge? Executing rollouts across regions while ensuring adoption, compliance, and efficiency.   🔎 Common Roadblocks in Global Rollouts: 📌 Regional teams resisting global standards 📌 Country-specific compliance & localization challenges 📌 Integration complexity slowing down execution 📌 A lack of experienced rollout leadership   💡 How Bayforce Solves It: ✅ SAP & Oracle Experts who specialize in global template rollouts ✅ Balancing Global Consistency with Local Flexibility ✅ Governance & Execution Frameworks to streamline delivery ✅ Change Management Strategies to drive user adoption   For 28+ years, Bayforce has helped organizations successfully execute SAP and Oracle rollouts—without the inefficiencies and cost overruns of large system integrators.   Are you preparing for an ERP rollout, or facing challenges with one already in motion? Drop a comment or send us a message—let’s strategize together!   #SAP #Oracle #GlobalRollout #ERP #SAPS4HANA #OracleCloud #ERPImplementation #DigitalTransformation #Bayforce

ERP Consulting Excellence in Action: How Bayforce Ensures Project Success At Bayforce, delivering seamless project execution for your SAP, Oracle, Workday, & Salesforce projects isn’t just about placing consultants—it’s about strategic partnership, structured support, and proactive engagement every step of the way.   🔹 How do we ensure success? Our proven delivery framework ensures that customers receive expert guidance, risk mitigation, and execution support from initial engagement to project completion—driving efficiency and measurable results.   ✨ What sets us apart? ✅ Tailored consultant deployment – We don’t just fill roles; we provide the right expertise to drive impact. ✅ Engagement & project oversight – Our Engagement Managers ensure alignment between business stakeholders and consultants. ✅ Risk mitigation & governance – Structured consultant support, weekly check-ins, and governance models keep projects on track. ✅ Seamless onboarding & execution – We streamline contracting, onboarding, and financial tracking, reducing friction and maximizing productivity.   Real Impact, Real Results From ERP transformations to cloud migrations, our structured approach enables customers to move faster, reduce risk, and drive long-term success.   💡 Looking for a trusted consulting partner who brings expertise, structure, and a commitment to outcomes? Please reach out to us or drop a comment below and we will set up a time to talk. #ITConsulting #ERP #Oracle #SAP #Workday #Salesforce #ProjectExecution #ConsultingExcellence #Bayforce

🎲 SAP Connect & Oracle CloudWorld – Who’s Attending? 🎲   Las Vegas is the place to be this October for ERP professionals!   With SAP Connect happening October 6-8 and Oracle CloudWorld following right after on October 13-16, it's shaping up to be a busy month for the IT & ERP community.   We’d love to hear from our network—are you attending one (or both) of these events? Vote below and let’s connect! 👇 🔹 SAP Connect (Oct 6-8) 🔹 Oracle CloudWorld (Oct 13-16) 🔹 Both! It’s a doubleheader for me 🔹 Not this year, but keeping an eye on updates   Drop a comment if you’re attending—we’re looking forward to catching up in Vegas! #SAPConnect #OracleCloudWorld #ERP #ITEvents #Networking

🌟 Consultant Spotlight: Randall Peed 🌟 At Bayforce, we take pride in the incredible consultants who bring expertise, leadership, and unwavering dedication to every project. This month, we’re thrilled to highlight Randall Peed, a standout consultant who has been part of the Bayforce family for over two years across two impactful projects. Randall has made a lasting impact in the PMO space, not only through his technical project management expertise but also through the exceptional soft skills that set him apart as a leader: ✅ Patience – Keeping teams focused and aligned, even in high-pressure situations. ✅ Adaptability – Navigating evolving priorities with a solutions-driven mindset. ✅ Curiosity – Asking the right questions to uncover challenges and drive results. ✅ Listening first – Ensuring every stakeholder's voice is heard before offering guidance. His ability to bridge the gap between technical execution and strategic leadership has made him an invaluable asset to our clients. Randall, we appreciate all that you do and are proud to have you as part of the Bayforce team! 🌟 Please join us in giving Randall a big thank you for his hard work! 🌟 #Bayforce #ConsultantSpotlight #ProjectManagement #Leadership #PMO #ITConsulting #TechTalent

Key SAP Trends for 2025: What You Need to Know As companies accelerate their SAP S/4HANA journey, several trends are shaping the landscape. If you’re in the middle of a transition—or still planning—these are the critical updates you should have on your radar:   ✅ SAP S/4HANA Adoption Is Surging Nearly 45% of organizations are live or in the process of migrating, with another 30% planning to go live within 24 months. The 2027 end-of-maintenance deadline for SAP ECC is pushing adoption forward if you don't want to pay a premium for the extensions!   ✅ SAP’s AI Agents Are Here SAP just launched AI-powered agents embedded into core applications via Joule, its generative AI copilot. These agents automate complex workflows across finance, sales, and customer service—helping businesses resolve disputes, answer questions, and streamline case management with real-time, intelligent automation. Plus, a no-code custom agent builder empowers teams to create their own AI solutions.   ✅ Private Cloud Path Growing in Popularity 42% of companies are choosing private cloud for their SAP S/4HANA deployments—up from 33% for the previous year—for better security and control.   ✅ ‘Clean Core’ Implementations Are the Future SAP is advocating for minimal customizations to keep systems agile and make upgrades easier. Companies sticking with heavy customizations could face higher costs and maintenance headaches down the road.   ✅ 2027: The Clock Is Ticking for SAP ECC SAP ECC support ends in 2027, with extended maintenance available until 2030 and now with an additional 3 year option until 2033 with some conditions (and for a price). If you’re still on ECC, it’s time to map out your move to SAP S/4HANA even if it's a few years down the road!   🔹 Companies taking a proactive approach now will be in the best position to leverage SAP S/4HANA’s innovation and avoid last-minute migration challenges like a lack of consultant availability if you wait until the 11th hour!   What’s your organization’s SAP strategy for 2025 and beyond? Let’s discuss! 👇 #SAP #S4HANA #SAPMigration #DigitalTransformation #ITStrategy #CloudERP

🔹 Driving Success in Large-Scale Cloud Transformations   At Bayforce, we pride ourselves on being more than just a staffing provider—we are a true partner in complex IT transformations. Recently, we supported a leading regional bank as they embarked on a multi-year initiative to modernize and streamline their finance and treasury operations.   💡 The Challenge? The bank was transitioning from 30+ legacy systems to Oracle Cloud Financials while integrating key banking applications like Calypso, Workiva, and Axiom. With a large system integrator managing the implementation, they needed a partner who could provide expert oversight, governance, and hands-on support to ensure the project stayed on track.   ✨ Our Role? 🔹 Deployed 75+ consultants across critical functions, including Project & Test Management, Oracle Functional roles, OCM, Risk, Scrum Masters, and Product Owners. 🔹 Provided specialized expertise in areas like Basel III, Treasury & Regulatory Reporting, and Axiom—filling key skill gaps. 🔹 Strengthened governance with a dedicated Engagement Manager, Program Manager, and Testing Manager, ensuring alignment between stakeholders, SI partners, and business teams. 🔹 Enhanced collaboration with structured consultant check-ins, monthly onsite visits, and proactive issue resolution to drive efficiency and quality.   🚀 The Impact? ✅ Saved our client $7M in implementation costs over the SI’s standard rates and increased project SME knowledgebase beyond the SI’s expertise on the project ✅Project governance & risk management reinforced, ensuring configurations align with long-term business needs. ✅ Standardized testing & validation processes, increasing quality and efficiency. ✅ Streamlined onboarding & financial tracking, optimizing consultant engagement and budget oversight.   When large-scale transformations demand expert oversight, flexibility, and seamless execution, Bayforce delivers.   📩 Let’s talk about how we can support your next initiative. #ITConsulting #OracleCloud #ERP #FinanceTransformation #Bayforce #ProjectSuccess