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Transformation Ground Control: Digital Transformation, ERP Implementation, Change Management, and Digital Strategy

Major Tom Productions
Digital Transformation
Change Management
Artificial Intelligence
ERP Implementation
ERP Implementations
Oracle
AI In ERP
SAP
Elon Musk
ERP Implementation Failures
Future Fit Organisations
Software Vendor Blame
Lawsuit
Birmingham City Council
Customization In Software
Karrikins Group
Tiktok
Yum Brands
AI In Restaurants
Cloud Adoption

Welcome to Transformation Ground Control, the podcast where we explore tech-agnostic digital transformation and digital strategy best practices with industry thought leaders. On this show, Eric Kimberling, Darian Chwialkowski, and other industry leaders discuss digital transformation strategies, tips, and lessons. We also discuss organizational change management, ERP software implementations, emer... more

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The Transformation Ground Control podcast covers a number of topics important to digital and business transformation. This episode covers the following topics and interviews:

• The New AI Startup That’s Gunning For Workday, Oracle, & SAP, Q&A (Daria... more

The Transformation Ground Control podcast covers a number of topics important to digital and business transformation. This episode covers the following topics and interviews:

• What ERP Vendor Roadmaps Reveal About AI in 2026, Q&A (Darian Chwialkows... more

The Transformation Ground Control podcast covers a number of topics important to digital and business transformation. This episode covers the following topics and interviews:

• Mastercard AI Payment Demo, Q&A (Darian Chwialkowski, Third Stage Consul... more

The Transformation Ground Control podcast covers a number of topics important to digital and business transformation. This episode covers the following topics and interviews:

• Microsoft’s Bundling Regulatory Issues, Q&A (Darian Chwialkowski, Third ... more

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Recent Guests

Bonnie Tinder
CEO of Raven Intel, which is a peer review site for system integrators
Raven Intel
Episode: Microsoft’s Bundling Regulatory Issues, Who Are the Best System Integrators In the Market, SAP RISE
Jeff Winter
Industry 4.0 expert and thought leader
Episode: Oracle’s Cloud Supply Chain Capabilities, Industry 4.0, Why Software Best Practices Do Not Exist
Fred Hessler
Director of Expert Witness Practice at Third Stage Consulting
Third Stage Consulting
Episode: Why Oracle is Cutting Up to 30,000 Jobs, The Anatomy of an ERP Project Failure, Why Your Business & IT Operations Are in Conflict
Kerrie Jordan
Chief Marketing Officer and SVP of Product at Epicor
Epicor
Episode: Accenture's Acquisition of Faculty, How Mid-Market ERP Systems Are at a Crossroads, Are SAP's Days As Market Leader Over?
Jose Gomez
IT Director for Infrastructure and Architecture at Stephen Gould
Stephen Gould
Episode: Accenture's Acquisition of Faculty, How Mid-Market ERP Systems Are at a Crossroads, Are SAP's Days As Market Leader Over?
Marcus Harris
Software attorney specializing in software contracts and legal actions related to enterprise technology
Taft Stettinius & Hollister
Episode: New Tech Laws of 2026, Legal Shifts and Regulatory Pressures in the ERP Space, Digital Transformation Mistakes that CFO’s Often Make
Stuart Robb
Executive Vice President at Third Stage Consulting in Europe
Third Stage Consulting
Episode: The Widening IT Talent Gap, How Executives Are Regaining Control of Their ERP Projects, Why Kingfisher Said No to SAP S/4HANA
Jonathan Whipple
CEO of Lander Talent, technology agnostic talent and staffing firm.
Lander Talent
Episode: New AI Standards Group, Talent Mistakes That Cost CIOs Millions, What You Need to Know About Working With Big 4 Consultants
Mark Moffat
CEO of IFS Software
IFS Software
Episode: Microsoft’s Huge AI Investment in the UAE, The Future of Digital Transformation in Capital-Intensive Industries, Top 10 Enterprise Systems for 2026

Hosts

Eric Kimberling
Host of Transformation Ground Control with deep expertise in ERP strategy and digital transformation.
Darian Chwialkowski
Co-host with a practical, vendor-agnostic lens on transformation programs and ERP projects.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
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    Please include link to LinkedIn of your guests in Poscast description.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    WwOkhs
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good job

    Excellent commentary and great production values.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jimmy***9
    United States2 years ago
  • Knowledgeable podcast

    Such amazing content and guests. The information he share is incredibly valuable and insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Darla Davis
    United States2 years ago
  • I Love it!

    Love your show. This is lovely & so interesting. Keep doing what you are doing, it’s so inspiring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kenneth Peterson
    United States2 years ago
  • Great pod

    Eric speaks clearly and delivers quality episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarkKelly4
    United States2 years ago

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Microsoft’s Bundling Regulatory Issues, Who Are the Best System Integrators In the Market, SAP RISE
Q: What are the common misconceptions about the advantages of bundled contracting like SAP RISE?
Short-term advantages might obscure future costs associated with diminished negotiating power, which can lead to increased prices and lack of flexibility in the long run.
Microsoft’s Bundling Regulatory Issues, Who Are the Best System Integrators In the Market, SAP RISE
Q: How can organizations use customer reviews effectively in their SI selection process?
By leveraging independent reviews to validate vendor claims and discover insights beyond what vendor references provide, organizations can enhance their selection processes.
Microsoft’s Bundling Regulatory Issues, Who Are the Best System Integrators In the Market, SAP RISE
Q: What hidden costs do organizations consistently underestimate when deploying AI in service operations?
Data quality is often underestimated; without proper governance, AI implementations can lead to poor customer experiences and inefficiencies.
Microsoft’s Bundling Regulatory Issues, Who Are the Best System Integrators In the Market, SAP RISE
Q: How much of Microsoft's growth in Azure and Microsoft 365 is driven by technical superiority versus licensing leverage?
While Microsoft's technical integration provides some advantages, there are also concerns that their growth relies heavily on their bundling practices and licensing leverage.
Oracle’s Cloud Supply Chain Capabilities, Industry 4.0, Why Software Best Practices Do Not Exist
Q: How should manufacturers evaluate whether cloud SEM enhancements truly fit their operational reality?
Manufacturers should assess their operational models and future state requirements before committing to a cloud solution.

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