Why Consolidating IT Systems Into a Single ERP Drives Efficiency, Scalability, and Growth

Is your business running on multiple disconnected systems, spreadsheets, and workarounds? You’re not alone. Many mid-market companies rely on a patchwork of finance tools, inventory systems, e-commerce apps, and point solutions that don’t really “talk” to each other. While this setup might seem to work at first, the hidden costs, inefficiencies, and risks mount quickly as your business grows.

In this webinar, Rob Sheldrick, a veteran of the wholesale distribution and supply chain industries, explains why now is the time to rethink fragmented IT environments and move towards a single, fully integrated ERP system. Drawing on real-world experience across companies like Goodman Fielder, Qantas, and Uncle Tobys, Rob outlines how ERP consolidation can transform operations, empower staff, and prepare your business for future growth.

What You’ll Learn in This Webinar

✅ The challenges businesses face today — from supply chain shocks and staffing shortages to customer expectations and compliance demands.
✅ Why point solutions create hidden costs — accidental adoption, integration breakdowns, and duplication of effort.
✅ The advantages of a single ERP platform — real-time insights, automation, scalability, and a true single source of truth.
✅ How ERP consolidation empowers your people — eliminating low-value manual work so staff can focus on growth and customer experience.
✅ Practical concerns addressed — implementation timelines, when point solutions might still make sense, and how integrated systems adapt to new technologies like AI and IoT.

Key Takeaways
Scalability without breaking your team: Integrated ERP systems allow you to double revenue without doubling headcount.
Real-time visibility: Spot problems immediately, not at month-end, and take action before opportunities are lost.
Automation with control: Rather than losing oversight, automation gives leaders more confidence and consistency in processes.
Future-proofing your business: ERP vendors are constantly adopting new technologies—AI, machine learning, IoT—so your system grows with you.
People and change management: Successful ERP adoption isn’t just about technology; it’s about bringing your people on the journey and giving them meaningful, productive work.

Who Should Watch?
This session is designed for:
Finance leaders (CFOs, Financial Controllers, Accountants) who need accurate, real-time data to make better decisions.
Operations managers and supply chain leaders struggling with manual processes, delays, and disconnected systems.
Business owners and CEOs looking for scalable technology to support long-term growth.
IT leaders evaluating when and how to consolidate legacy applications into a modern ERP.
Chapters / Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome & Introduction
04:01 – The Challenges Businesses Face Today
10:22 – Systems Weaknesses & Why Businesses Struggle
15:54 – Point Solutions: Pros and Cons
21:10 – Fully Integrated ERP: The Clear Advantages
27:07 – Achieving a Single Source of Truth
30:10 – Compliance, Automation & Control
33:06 – People & Change Management
36:05 – Audience Q&A

Why This Matters

In today’s fast-moving world, businesses can’t afford delays, inaccurate reporting, or siloed systems. Customers expect immediate answers, supply chains demand visibility, and finance teams must deliver insights in real time. Point solutions can’t keep up. A single ERP platform aligns your business, reduces cost and complexity, and frees your people to focus on what really matters—serving customers and growing profitably.

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