by Laura Schomaker | May 19, 2026 | Acumatica, Budgeting, Expert advice
In most construction firms, change orders don’t fail because they’re complicated. They fail because no one owns the full process. A scope change gets approved in the field on Tuesday. Work starts Wednesday. Finance doesn’t see it until Friday—and by then, the paper...
by Laura Schomaker | Feb 3, 2026 | Budgeting, ERP Research
You’re budgeting for next year, expecting the usual 3–5% SaaS increase. Then your NetSuite renewal quote arrives… and it’s 30%, 60%, even 100% higher than last year. Suddenly you’re scrambling to understand what changed, even though you haven’t added new users, new...
by Laura Schomaker | Jan 13, 2026 | Budgeting, cyber security, MSP
Cyber insurance premiums have climbed sharply over the past few years, intensely pressuring CFOs and budget-minded business leaders. In fact, global cyber insurance premiums reached nearly $15 billion in 2024 — a 7% increase from the previous year, according to the...
by Laura Schomaker | Nov 20, 2025 | Budgeting, cyber security, Expert advice, MSP
In North Carolina, South Carolina, and Southern Virginia, small businesses often lead the charge in holiday generosity—supporting local fundraisers, community drives, and charitable causes. But with that goodwill comes risk. Scammers know emotions run high and giving...
by Laura Schomaker | Jul 10, 2025 | Budgeting, ERP Research, Expert advice
In 2025, ERP investments are under more scrutiny than ever. CFOs are no longer just stewards of the budget—they’re strategic partners expected to validate every dollar spent with measurable outcomes. And nowhere is this pressure more intense than with ERP systems....
by Laura Schomaker | Apr 17, 2025 | Acumatica, Budgeting, Expert advice
Imagine this: You’re trying to wrangle your company’s financial data into something usable. The clock is ticking, your team is waiting, and you’re staring at an Excel sheet that seems determined to sabotage your productivity. You’re not alone....
