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Software costs will always change, but that shouldn't drive your technology strategy. In this episode, we discuss how to evaluate software investments based on business value, avoid getting distracted by small pricing fluctuations, and determine whether your organization is truly ready for a major technology investment.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/WZVg-VsOvpk    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

The right technology will never solve the wrong problem. In this episode, we walk through how root cause analysis uncovers the real operational issues behind business challenges and why understanding the process matters more than buying new software.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/WZVg-VsOvpk    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

Buying AI or new software is not the same as having a technology strategy. In this episode, we discuss how to align technology with business needs, when machine learning may be a better fit than generative AI, and why the right solution starts with asking better questions instead of chasing the latest trend.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/WZVg-VsOvpk    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

How do you safely adopt AI when the cost of being wrong is simply too high? In this episode, we explore how organizations in finance, aerospace, defense, and other regulated industries can implement AI with the right guardrails, governance, and human oversight to balance innovation with compliance.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/WZVg-VsOvpk    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

AI can accelerate decisions, but it should never replace critical thinking. In this episode, we discuss why AI hallucinations happen, what organizations can learn from real world AI failures, and how to build verification into your AI strategy instead of assuming every answer is correct.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/WZVg-VsOvpk    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

Before AI can transform your business, you need to capture the knowledge your people already have. Learn why experienced employees are one of your greatest competitive advantages and how balancing technology with human expertise leads to more successful AI adoption and organizational change.   Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqTM23vIrQ4    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

How much operational control are enterprise organizations really willing to hand over to AI? In this episode, we explore how Fortune 500 companies are using AI to improve safety, increase operational efficiency, and augment their workforce without removing the human element from critical business decisions.   Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqTM23vIrQ4    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial    

Not every AI tool is worth your time or investment. In this episode, we break down how to evaluate AI platforms, avoid hype driven decisions, and build an AI strategy that aligns with your business goals instead of creating new silos.   Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqTM23vIrQ4    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

High impact AI is not defined by the technology itself. It's defined by how well it advances your business strategy. In this episode, we explore how to identify meaningful AI use cases, align them with organizational goals, and measure success one business outcome at a time.   Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqTM23vIrQ4    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

The goal is not to be first. It's to adopt AI early enough to capture competitive advantage while avoiding the hype. In this episode, we discuss how to identify high-impact AI, separate meaningful innovation from market noise, and position your business ahead of the early majority.   Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqTM23vIrQ4    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

ERP timelines begin to fail long before implementation starts when IT is excluded from software selection, hidden technical complexity is ignored, and critical stakeholders are brought in too late. In this episode, we explore why realistic planning requires cross-functional alignment from day one and what happens when organizations mistake procurement for implementation strategy.   Watch the full podcast episode here: https://youtube.com/live/ESkj9gqK0ek    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

Strong requirements are not validated by collecting approvals. They are validated through discussion, healthy debate, and alignment so issues are resolved before they become costly delays during implementation.   Watch the full podcast episode here: https://youtube.com/live/ESkj9gqK0ek    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

Where do ERP implementation timelines actually come from? In this episode, we break down how vendors build project estimates, why "standard" timelines often miss the complexity of your business, and what separates a realistic implementation plan from a sales estimate.   Watch the full podcast episode here: https://youtube.com/live/ESkj9gqK0ek    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

Not every change request is scope creep. In this episode, we explore how strong requirements, realistic planning, and disciplined discovery help distinguish necessary project changes from avoidable chaos that derails ERP and SaaS implementations.   Watch the full podcast episode here: https://youtube.com/live/ESkj9gqK0ek    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

An implementation timeline is only realistic when it reflects your organization's capacity, project scope, and inevitable unknowns. In this episode, we discuss why vendor timelines are often best-case scenarios and how to evaluate what a realistic go-live schedule actually looks like.   Watch the full podcast episode here: https://youtube.com/live/ESkj9gqK0ek    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial  

Buying enterprise software starts long before you sign a contract. In this episode, we cover the three essentials: define your requirements, validate what you'll actually receive during demos, and review your contracts carefully before committing.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/bw_IzXw7dTc    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

Global delivery models can reduce costs, but they shouldn’t create delays or force your business to work around your consultants. In this episode, we discuss how to structure offshore ERP teams, manage time zone challenges, and ensure your implementation partner supports your business, not the other way around.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/bw_IzXw7dTc    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

In this episode, we break down why struggling implementations are often the result of poor system integrators, how to recognize the warning signs early, and the questions every organization should ask before trusting a partner with a multimillion-dollar transformation.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/bw_IzXw7dTc    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

Choosing the right software starts with understanding your own requirements, not following industry hype or vendor promises. In this episode, we discuss the three critical steps to avoiding costly software mistakes: defining real business needs, controlling the demo process, and scrutinizing contracts before you sign.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/bw_IzXw7dTc    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

As AI increases demand for open data access and interoperability, traditional SaaS vendor lock-in strategies are facing growing pressure. In this episode, we explore how major software providers may need to adapt as customers push back against closed ecosystems and demand greater flexibility.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/bw_IzXw7dTc    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

AI is creating uncertainty across organizations, but confusion is not a reason to throw money at every new tool or vendor. In this episode, we discuss why growth comes from working through discomfort, how leaders can avoid costly AI mistakes, and why building internal understanding is more valuable than chasing easy answers.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/73XxOsXwFLU    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

Many organizations buy new technology expecting workforce reductions, but the real value often comes from increased productivity. This episode explores why automation rarely translates directly into headcount cuts and how leaders should evaluate technology ROI more realistically.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/73XxOsXwFLU    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

AI can automate tasks, but it cannot replace the human judgment, experience, and trust that drive successful organizations. In this episode, we explore why the human element remains critical in digital transformation, how employees react to automation initiatives, and why balancing technology with real-world adoption is the key to lasting business value.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/73XxOsXwFLU    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

In this episode, we discuss the tradeoffs between remote and onsite IT teams, including talent access, security, collaboration, and operational risk. Learn how organizations can balance flexibility with the relationships and controls needed to support complex technology environments.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/73XxOsXwFLU    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

AI is creating new opportunities for businesses to innovate, move faster, and solve problems in new ways. In this episode, we discuss where those opportunities are emerging and why real-world expertise remains the key to turning AI into lasting value.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/73XxOsXwFLU    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial

As organizations rush to train teams on AI and DevOps, a critical question emerges: what should be learned internally and what should be brought in from outside experts? In this episode, we explore the risks of outsourcing AI knowledge, the value of experienced advisors, and how to build lasting AI capabilities without giving away control of your business.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/D7ateZfe0OM    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

AI is forcing organizations to rethink governance, shifting from periodic reviews to continuous oversight. In this episode, we discuss why governance must be embedded into AI-driven processes, how security professionals stay ahead of emerging threats, and what organizations can learn from the people paid to break into systems before bad actors do.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/D7ateZfe0OM    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

AI is changing how information is created, shared, and sold. In this episode, we explore why verification matters more than ever, where human judgment fits into an AI-driven world, and how to use AI as a tool without blindly trusting the answers it provides.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/D7ateZfe0OM    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

AI is accelerating software development faster than most organizations can govern it. In this episode, we explore how leaders can adapt governance, decision-making, and prioritization processes to keep pace with AI-driven delivery while still managing risk, responding to change, and focusing on the business outcomes that matter most.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/D7ateZfe0OM    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

AI can accelerate software delivery, but speed alone doesn’t guarantee value. In this episode, we explore how organizations can balance AI-driven productivity with governance, review processes, and human oversight to avoid creating more work downstream while still capturing the benefits of automation.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/D7ateZfe0OM    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

AI can generate code faster than teams can review it, but velocity alone doesn’t create value. In this episode, we explore why governance, oversight, and human decision-making remain essential as AI accelerates software development, DevOps, and compliance-driven workflows.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/D7ateZfe0OM    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

AI is making app development more accessible than ever, giving small and midsize businesses the ability to build solutions that were once out of reach. In this episode, we explore where AI can create real value, why governance and scalability still matter, and how businesses can avoid costly mistakes when using low-code, no-code, and AI-powered development tools.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/D7ateZfe0OM    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

AI is reshaping every stage of the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and impact analysis to testing and delivery. In this episode, we explore how organizations can use AI to identify gaps, reduce unknowns, improve governance, and accelerate development while maintaining the discipline and quality controls needed to avoid costly mistakes.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/D7ateZfe0OM    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

AI can accelerate innovation, but it can also amplify bad decisions when organizations lack the right people, processes, and oversight. This episode explores why digital transformation success depends on strong organizational support, adaptable leadership, and implementation teams that understand both technology and business risk.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/FhGzYmJ1EZs    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

AI is already changing how organizations plan, deliver, and implement technology initiatives. This episode explores how teams can use AI to uncover hidden risks, analyze real system usage, and improve decision making while maintaining the human oversight needed to validate outcomes and drive business value.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/FhGzYmJ1EZs    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

The most popular software is not always the right software for your business. This episode explores why organizations should lead with business requirements instead of vendor reputation, how overlooked process needs can eliminate top contenders, and what due diligence steps help teams avoid costly technology decisions.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/FhGzYmJ1EZs    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial   

Implementing new software is only the beginning. This episode explores why release management, DevOps maturity, and ongoing optimization have become critical as AI accelerates business expectations and delivery timelines. The conversation breaks down how organizations can avoid post implementation chaos and build IT teams capable of sustaining continuous innovation.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/FhGzYmJ1EZs    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial   

AI and DevOps are accelerating how fast systems, updates, and operating models evolve. This episode explores why organizations need more than one-time change management and how change intelligence helps teams adapt continuously. The focus is on building implementation networks that can keep pace as technology and business needs keep shifting.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/FhGzYmJ1EZs    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

The people who know your business best are often the hardest to pull into an implementation, but leaving them out creates major risk. This episode explores how organizations can balance operational demands with ERP project needs, structure advisory roles effectively, and preserve institutional knowledge during large scale transformations.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/FhGzYmJ1EZs    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

Not every implementation partner is incentivized to make the best decision for your business. This episode breaks down how to recognize conflicts of interest in ERP projects, why independent guidance matters, and how organizations can protect themselves from costly operating model mistakes before they happen.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/FhGzYmJ1EZs    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

Communication failures between IT and business teams rarely start with technology. They start with unclear strategy, weak ownership, and disconnected decision making. This episode breaks down how organizations can align strategy, people, process, and technology to prevent miscommunication, improve governance, and build systems that actually support business goals.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/64IaX0qvHP8    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

Most enterprise technology problems are not caused by bad software. They come from weak communication, misaligned priorities, and disconnected relationships between IT and the business. This episode explores how stronger governance, enterprise architecture, and collaborative roadmapping help organizations translate vague business goals into technical execution that actually delivers value.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/64IaX0qvHP8    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

Not every bad idea is actually a bad idea. Sometimes the real problem is poor facilitation, weak communication, and a disconnect between business goals and technical execution. This episode explores how unclear priorities, broken trust, and misaligned governance create shadow IT, low adoption, and enterprise projects that technically “work” but fail to deliver value.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/64IaX0qvHP8    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

Technology alone does not create business value. This episode explores the growing communication gap between business leaders and IT teams, why leadership alignment matters more than software features, and how trust, collaboration, and shared outcomes determine whether technology becomes an enabler or just another expensive system.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/64IaX0qvHP8    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

When businesses say they need better reporting, faster IT delivery, or new systems, the real issue is often misalignment between teams, unclear requirements, and poor communication. This episode explores the hidden red flags that create project bottlenecks, late-stage chaos, and the ongoing disconnect between business stakeholders and technical teams.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/64IaX0qvHP8    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

AI is the latest technology being treated like a business savior, but no software can fix broken leadership, bad data, or poor decision-making on its own. This episode explores the danger of treating AI like the “hero,” why organizations keep repeating the same technology mistakes, and why tools still require people, governance, and accountability to create real value.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/giF48fK63cg    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

Hero culture can help businesses move fast, solve urgent problems, and keep operations running, but it can also create technical debt, security risks, and long-term chaos. This episode explores how organizations become dependent on “heroes,” why governance gets bypassed, and how short-term fixes can turn into major operational problems later.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/giF48fK63cg    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

When organizations rely on spreadsheets, workarounds, and “heroes” to keep operations moving, they often create bigger long-term problems in the process. This episode explores how leadership pressure, weak governance, and rushed decision-making fuel hero culture and why slowing down can actually protect the business.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/giF48fK63cg    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

Hero culture might solve problems in the moment, but it can also create long-term governance, process, and technology chaos. This episode breaks down how leadership, IT, and business teams can balance flexibility with structure while building organizations that reward consistency instead of constant firefighting.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/giF48fK63cg    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial 

AI can automate tasks, improve workflows, and even make split-second decisions, but accountability still belongs to people. This episode explores the growing risk of “set it and forget it” AI culture, shadow agents inside organizations, and why businesses still need strong governance, visibility, and human oversight as AI adoption accelerates.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/giF48fK63cg    Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylercheatham/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyler_cheatham_tech/   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@kylercheatham   Connect with The Confluencial https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-confluencial   Follow The Confluencial on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.confluencial