We’re looking forward to bringing our experience in journey science as well as adding a direct-to-consumer (D2C) approach to B2B Online in Chicago on May 1-3. This conference brings together top B2B voices to share their insights on all things digital, eCommerce, and omnichannel through keynote presentations, workshops, and roundtable discussions. Perficient will be on […]
Platforms and Technology
Go Where No Operations Department Has Gone Before – Instant Settlement
Captain/Trader Kirk is on the bridge making multiple trades in multiple asset classes with his Klingon counterparty. Spock is in the middle office, reviewing trades, and determining that they’re entirely logical, Captain. Meanwhile, with both normal and extended settlement, initial and variation margins flow in and out of the bank as if the cash was […]
Cloud Takes Center Stage at 2023 Bank Automation Summit
Recently, I attended the 2023 Bank Automation Summit, where one of the significant topics of discussion was how banks navigate their transition to the cloud. The “cloud” refers to a global network of servers, each with a unique function, that works in tandem to enable users to access files stored within from any approved device. […]
DocuSign Apex Toolkit Overview with Salesforce
What is DocuSign? DocuSign is a product that provides the facility and functionality of a digital e-signature of the documents. DocuSign eSignature for Salesforce: This eSignature solution is available on AppExchange. DocuSign application gives the functionality to send, sign, and track Salesforce documents from anywhere, on any device. You can create document templates and documents […]
When “Buzz the Tower” Does Not Mean to Get into an F-14
Readers of a certain age will remember when Maverick, played by Tom Cruise, in Top Gun told Goose that it was time to“Buzz the Tower,” which meant the fighter pilots had to execute a low fly-by passing very close to the control tower at high speeds. The officer spilled his coffee over himself because of […]
Fundamentals: Recommendation and Getting Started Guide for Microsoft Cloud Certifications
Fundamental Microsoft Cloud Certification for Professionals working with Azure; M365; Power Platform; or Security, Compliance, and Identity are available and recommended for anyone selling, designing, implementing, delivering, or supporting Microsoft services in the M365, Azure, or Power Platform (I will call this Microsoft Cloud below) should consider studying for and obtaining the four ‘Fundamentals’ certifications […]
Microsoft Teams: Current Landscape for Teams Tenant Migration
Many organizations are reaching a level of maturity with their Microsoft Teams adoption. Mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, or even regulatory requirements can create a need for Microsoft Teams tenant consolidation or divestiture. While the situation is changing quickly the current state of migration scenarios and tools for Teams migration between Tenants presents a number of challenges. Microsoft […]
The New Microsoft Teams for Desktop is Here
Microsoft introduces the next chapter of Microsoft Teams Today, March 27, 2023, Microsoft announced the New Microsoft Teams desktop client. This new version of Teams promises to address customer challenges regarding ease of use, reliability, and overall performance. It will be available via Public Preview in March 2023 and generally available later this year. NOTE: […]
Business Values and Adoption of ServiceNow BCM
What is Business Continuity Management? Business Continuity Management (BCM) is a framework and process for identifying and addressing risks to an organization’s business operations, ensuring business continuity during disruptions, and facilitating recovery afterward. ISO 22301 is an international standard that specifies requirements for a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) to help organizations prepare for, respond […]
Mastering Cloud Transformation for Business: Cloud Foundations
In this blog series, we’re exploring the four pillars of a successful Cloud Transformation: Program Model, Cloud Foundations, Portfolio Transformation, and Enterprise App Migration. In our first blog, we discussed the importance of a Program Model and the key elements that should be considered for successful implementation. If you haven’t already, I highly encourage you […]
Advanced ESG Reporting Capabilities Are More Essential Than Ever for Oil, Gas, and Utility Companies
Regulations and Policies In November of 2022, the EPA released new regulations to combat the release of air pollutants such as methane, VOCs, and benzene by both existing and new oil and gas operations. Another decisive move in 2023 by EPA enacted new policies to crack down on water pollution from coal plants. In these […]
Examining “Britcoin”: Will a Digital Pint Be a Digital Pound the Earth Around?
At sea level, one US liquid pint of water weighs 1.04318 pounds (16.6909 oz), which gives rise to a popular saying: “A pint’s a pound, the world around.” While the recent bank failures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank have many US congressmen and citizens wondering about the future of cryptocurrencies, across the pond, […]