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M&D Industry Pulse Featured in the News June 2023
June 15, 2023
Sikich's M&D Industry Pulse results were featured in various publications, highlighting manufacturers' steady optimism of business prospects. Coverage also included...
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How Distributors Can Be More Proactive About Inventory Management...
June 14, 2023
Over the past few years, distributors have seen unprecedented challenges. From labor shortages to extended lead times to totally unpredictable...
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A Quick Guide to Data Migration in a Cloud ERP Implementation
June 13, 2023
Data migration, a key component of an ERP implementation, is so critical that it can determine whether that implementation is...
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Non-qualified Deferred Compensation vs. Incentive Bonus Plans
June 13, 2023
In today's employment environment, it’s increasingly more common for employers to provide enhanced benefits to remain competitive when recruiting and...
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What to know about the New Mortgage Rates
June 12, 2023
What to Know about the new Mortgage Rates With new mortgage rules in place, some homebuyers may find themselves worrying over...
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Red Flag Report: Your Unique Summary of Findings Before an Acquis...
June 12, 2023
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Red Flag Report: Your Unique Summary of Findings Before an Acquis...
June 12, 2023
When looking to buy a company, you’ve got a long to-do list to ensure you’re investing in a business that...
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Demystifying Generative AI: Combining Technical Expertise With Qu...
June 8, 2023
As the saying goes, "knowledge is power." In the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), gaining a proper understanding of the...
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On Demand – Avoiding the Pitfalls that Lead to Failed Imple...
June 7, 2023
https://youtu.be/mAGHtyYfitU Avoiding the Pitfalls That Lead to Failed Implementations June 7, 2023 Join Sikich experts as they cover project implementation best practices, real...
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Salesforce Reporting for Insurance Organizations
June 7, 2023
Reporting can mean a lot of different things to different people, so let’s dive into the nitty-gritty of reporting using...
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Sikich Recognized on CRN’S 2023 Solution Provider 500 List
June 6, 2023
CHICAGO — June 6, 2023 — Sikich announced today that it was named to CRN’s Solution Provider 500 list for...
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Labor Still a Top Challenge for Manufacturers as Optimism Remains...
June 6, 2023
CHICAGO — June 6, 2023 — As rising interest rates, poor economic conditions and an ongoing talent shortage continue to...
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Becoming an Agile Internal Audit Department
June 5, 2023
The agile internal audit methodology was designed to maximize efficiencies and collaboration with a project’s stakeholders. Agile auditing helps teams...
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The World of “Global Payroll”
June 5, 2023
The Evolution of Global Payroll Not too long ago, global companies operated country payroll operations as independent functions and deployed expatriates...
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President Signs Legislation Raising the Debt Ceiling and Making B...
June 5, 2023
Over the Memorial Day weekend, Congressional leaders and the Administration reached an agreement to extend the debt limit, also agreeing...
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The Future of Dynamics GP?
June 5, 2023
Microsoft has recently released details outlining their intentions for the foreseeable future with Microsoft Dynamics GP. As a current Dynamics...
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Accelerating and Sustaining EDO Success
June 2, 2023
In another article, we discuss technology and operational challenges of Economic development organizations (EDO) and how our software solution, the...
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Jenny Massey in the Daily Herald Business Ledger
June 1, 2023
Jenny Massey's article, "Uncover the business and community value of investments to take advantage of government incentives," was published in...
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Allocation Purchase Price Due Diligence: What to Know, What to Lo...
May 31, 2023
You did it! You successfully got the deal to the finish line! Once the buyer signs that dotted line purchasing...
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New Illinois Paid Leave for “Any Reason” Takes Effect...
May 31, 2023
This article was updated January 17, 2024.The new Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act was signed into law in...
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Office 2016/2019 End of Support
May 31, 2023
Soon, Microsoft will end support for non-365 versions of Office products (perpetual versions). Microsoft has already ended support for Office...
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Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Manufacturers
May 30, 2023
We all see how technology continues to progress at a rapid rate. We even see its benefits. And while we...
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Active Directory Troubleshooting Missing SYSVOL and NETLOGON Shar...
May 29, 2023
Depending on your location, power grid, and weather in the world your environment may be prone to power outages. All...
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How to Summarize Payments in Bank Subledger Within Microsoft D365...
May 26, 2023
A new feature in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance has just been released that will FINALLY help us avoid using the...
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How to Optimize Leads Using Salesforce Financial Services Cloud
May 25, 2023
In its most simple definition, a lead is a person who is interested in your product or service. Companies may...
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What are CIS Benchmarks? 9 Things You Need to Know for Cybersecur...
May 24, 2023
In today's digital age, cybersecurity threats are ever-present and growing in complexity. Organizations of all sizes and industries are increasingly...
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On Demand – Establishing and Monitoring Internal Controls f...
May 23, 2023
https://youtu.be/qkIFqn26RvM Establishing and Monitoring Internal Controls for Not-For-Profits May 23, 2023 Join our internal audit experts as they cover financial and IT risk...
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Freight Management Solutions for Distributors
May 23, 2023
The COVID-19 pandemic, labor shortages, and logistical challenges shaped today’s supply chain challenges for distribution companies. These obstacles have made effective...
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Fraud Risks: 6 Operational Functions Manufacturers Should Review
May 23, 2023
Businesses must have internal controls in place in the event that employee theft arises. Generally speaking, there are only a...
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Incident Response Plans for Cybersecurity Breaches: A Guide
May 22, 2023
Cybersecurity incidents are costly, damaging and often undetectable for weeks on end. To make sure your business is prepared when...
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Insurance Technology Trends & Observations for MGAs
May 22, 2023
MGAs, or Managing General Agents, are in the unique position to act on behalf of their clients, the insurer. Their...
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