In a previous post, I shared my journey with Sitecore Data Exchange Framework. I was excited to use it to create a reusable importer process. In the end, I decided it was not the right tool for me. I ended up using Powershell. In the process of researching site migration tools, I discovered “Merlin”. Merlin […]
Digital Transformation
Unleashing Creativity through Constraints
When you hear the word “constraints,” what creative images and stories does your mind conjure up? The word often leads people toward negative thoughts of confinement, limitations, obstacles, or not getting what you want. With this article, though, I want to talk about useful constraints and how they can encourage creativity and innovation. Common Views […]
From Assembly Line to AI: How Generative AI Is Transforming Manufacturing
Lately, new AI tools like ChatGPT have been so impressive that employees are clutching their purse strings. Not too long ago in human history, we were gaping in awe of the revolutionary assembly line and wondering if any of us would ever work again – but look at us now. While there are certainly benefits […]
Top 5 Benefits for deploying a COE
Introduction: Centers of Excellence (CoE), also called “Center of competency” is a multidisciplinary team that includes executive sponsors, key stakeholders, finance representatives, business teams and technical implementation teams. They are fast becoming an integral part of Finance service’s delivery model. Why is CoE important? A 2020 BCG research showed that 70% of digital transformations fall […]
How Manufacturers Can Determine If They’re Ready to Go Direct-to-Customer (D2C)
As a manufacturer, you’re a master in your products and their production, but developing a digital go-to-market strategy to help your organization evolve is equally as important with getting your products out the door – especially if you’re considering going direct-to-customer (D2C). Targeting customers directly can provide many benefits to your business, such as building […]
Informatica PowerCenter Overview: Part 1
what is ETL? ETL is a process that extracts the data from different source systems, then transforms the data (like applying calculations, concatenations, etc.), and finally loads the data into the Data Warehouse system. The full form of ETL is Extract, Transform, and Load. What is a data warehouse (DW)? A Data Warehouse (DW) is […]
Multicloud Migration Made Easy: A Step-by-Step Blueprint for IT Leaders
As businesses increasingly adopt multicloud architectures to drive innovation and create value, IT leaders face mounting pressure to develop a successful multicloud strategy. While our comprehensive ‘IT Leader’s Guide to Multicloud Readiness‘ provides a detailed exploration of the multicloud migration, this blog post serves as a primer, providing valuable insights into the benefits of a […]
Achieving Multicloud Observability: Best Practices for IT Leaders
As businesses increasingly adopt multicloud architectures to drive innovation and create value, IT leaders face the challenge of ensuring observability across different cloud platforms. In the ‘IT Leader’s Guide to Multicloud Readiness,’ we discussed the importance of adopting a multicloud strategy and offered tips for identifying the right cloud providers and services, optimizing costs, and […]
Hybrid Connectivity: Unlock Multicloud Benefits
Hybrid connectivity is rapidly becoming a critical aspect of modern cloud adoption. It allows for seamless communication between end users, on-premises data centers, and public cloud infrastructure. However, navigating the complexities of hybrid connectivity can be a daunting task for even the most seasoned IT professionals. While our ‘IT Leader’s Guide to Multicloud Readiness‘ provides […]
Mastering Cloud Transformation for Business: Enterprise Migration
In our fourth and final segment of our Cloud Transformation for IT Leaders series, we will focus on driving enterprise velocity while maintaining best practices and consistency as your portfolio migration program matures. If done well, this is where your organization achieves true cloud maturity and is on its way to unlocking the incredible innovation […]
Perficient’s Salesforce Partner Relationship Management Expertise
Leaders in the healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and automotive industries, among others, are seeking to improve the customer experience while streamlining operations for maximum efficiency and profitability. In order to remain competitive in a constantly evolving market, many organizations seeking long-term success have turned to Salesforce and its partners like Perficient. With over 500 Salesforce […]
I’m Still on Sitecore XP – What About Me??
All of the buzz in the Sitecore community lately is around the composable DXP and headless offerings. Rightfully so – I believe that this plug-and-play model is much more customer-centric and easier to digest. And while there are many businesses who have already made the switch to composable, others are choosing to stay on the […]