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Recent TRG Blog Posts

What Do Soccer and Formula 1 Have in Common?

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At first glance, soccer and Formula 1 may seem like very different sports with little in common other than both being extremely popular internationally. However, upon deeper examination, these iconic global sports share remarkable similarities. Can you guess what they are?

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Blog Topics: Technology trends

Conquering the Challenges in Financial Consolidation for Hotel Chains

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As a finance leader, you grapple with the problems brought about by disparate operations, ever-changing regulations, and fluctuating market dynamics. Follow along as we delve into the intricacies of financial consolidation for hotel chains, pinpoint usual stumbling blocks, and reveal the game-changing power of specialized consolidation software.

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Blog Topics: Enterprise Performance Management (EPM), Financial Accounting Management Software, Digital Transformation

Generative AI in Business: Real-World Lessons for Decision Makers

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You've likely heard the buzz around generative AI, aka fancy tech that creates new stuff, like writing or images. But is it all just smoke and mirrors, or is there real potential for your business? This article will cut through the jargon and give you the lowdown on generative AI adoption, with a heads-up for our AI best practices in the back.

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Blog Topics: Digital Transformation

Why Should You Entrust Your Financial Future to This 40-year Solution?

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When SunSystems was first introduced back in 1982, Mark Zukerberg was not yet born, and most computer users still have not heard of a mouse. In the fast-paced digital world, four decades might feel like a century. Yet, SunSystems is not just surviving; it's thriving, outlasting many of its competitors. What's the secret to its longevity? More importantly, will it continue marching on for the next 40 years?

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Blog Topics: Financial Accounting Management Software, Infor SunSystems

Beyond Casting the Net: How Selection Completes Your Recruitment Efforts

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In the HR world, the pressure to fill open positions quickly can be immense. Often, recruitment efforts take centre stage, casting a wide net to attract a pool of potential candidates. But what happens after the resumes flood in? Selection, the crucial process of identifying the perfect fit from that pool, can sometimes get relegated to the sidelines.

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Blog Topics: Talent Management

Understanding the Changing Dynamics of Procurement in Hospitality

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Procurement in the hospitality industry is not just about buying goods and services; it is a strategic process that impacts the overall quality of operations. With responsibilities ranging from sourcing furniture, equipment, food, and beverage supplies to managing relationships with suppliers, this function has evolved from mere cost-cutting to becoming essential in achieving business goals.

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Blog Topics: Hospitality solutions, Technology trends

Cybersecurity Threats Loom Large for Vietnam's Financial Sector

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Financial institutions around the globe are under constant attack from cybercriminals, and Vietnam's financial sector is no exception. These attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, evolving alongside the nation's rapid digital transformation.

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Blog Topics: Digital Transformation

8 Ways Technology Can Help Hotels Succeed In the Next Decade (Pt.1)

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The hospitality industry will likely never be the same again. This isn’t necessarily bad news, though. Right now, industry leaders are thinking about how to evolve their businesses—embracing innovation and planning ways to ensure stability and long-term success.

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Blog Topics: Hospitality solutions

Financial Planning vs Budgeting vs Forecasting: A Quick Comparison

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Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting (PB&F) is one of the three management processes that constitute Enterprise Performance Management (EPM). We have presented the basic principles of EPM and its other two components in a previous post. In this article, we will dive deeper into the PB&F process and discuss the similarities and differences among financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.

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Blog Topics: Planning and Budgeting, CFOs, Financial consolidation, planning and reporting

Infor Earns Prestigious Recognitions on Constellation ShortList 2024

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Infor has just been listed on the prestigious Constellation Research ShortList, securing not one, not two, but three coveted spots, which are for Services-Centric Cloud ERP, Configure-Price-Quote (CPQ), and Enterprise Application Platforms (EAP).

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Blog Topics: Cloud Computing, ERP, Digital Transformation

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