1. You Can’t Track Project Costs in Real-Time
   If you're waiting until after a project wraps up to find out whether it was profitable, that’s a major red flag. Without real-time cost tracking, you're making critical decisions in the dark.

2. Quoting and Estimating Are Slow, Manual, or Inconsistent
   Does it take hours—or even days—to build a custom quote because you're pulling information from multiple systems? That lost time translates directly into lost sales opportunities.

3. You Rely on Spreadsheets for Critical Operations
   Spreadsheets are useful—until they’re not. Issues like version control problems, accidental overwrites, and human error can lead to costly mistakes.

4. Scheduling and Inventory Management Are Disconnected from Financials
   If your production and finance teams aren’t working from the same data, it’s only a matter of time before you face delays, stockouts, or budget overruns.

5. You Don’t Have a Real-Time View of Project Profitability
   Without live costing tied directly to jobs, small losses can accumulate unnoticed, until it's too late.

Disconnected data refers to information stored outside your core business systems, like your ERP. While this data has value, a lack of integration causes inefficiencies and misalignment across your organization, often more than you realize.

The Cost of Disconnected Data...

In today’s fast-paced business environment, maintaining an efficient and responsive ERP system is crucial for success. However, managing ERP support internally can be resource-intensive and distract from your core business objectives. That’s where Crossroads RMC comes in. With our on-demand ERP Expert Help Desk Service, your organization can enhance efficiency, boost customer satisfaction, and allow your team to focus on key business goals.

Key Advantages

• Round-the-Clock Support: Access functional and technical support 24/7, 365 days a year—even on weekends and holidays!
• In-depth Expertise: As an Infor Partner, we offer extensive knowledge across all Infor LN & Baan versions, ensuring you get the best possible support.
• Multiple Communication Channels: Reach out via phone, text, email, online portals, Microsoft Teams, web meetings, or in-person visits.
• Transparent Monitoring: Receive transparent monthly reports to keep track of service utilization.
• Disaster Recovery Solutions: Benefit from comprehensive ERP disaster recovery solutions tailored to safeguard your operations.
• Specialized ION Support: Get expert assistance with your ION workflows for seamless integration and management.

Why Crossroads RMC - Partnering for Success

• Cost Savings: Outsourcing your ERP Help Desk with Crossroads RMC can significantly reduce the overhead costs associated with supporting and maintaining your ERP system.

Crossroads RMC has fine-tuned our Technical Help Desk Service to meet specific job requirements. Our service delivers product-level support and development assistance with significant cost savings compared to traditional models. Our Help Desk is a tailored service that provides a dedicated ERP LX/BPCS technical resource ensuring our support precisely aligns with your needs for a more efficient and effective solution. 

Key Features:

• Flexible Hours: Tailored to fit your budget and requirements.
• Duration Options: Choose from 3, 6, 9, or 12-month agreements.
• Remote Accessibility: Primarily remote support with on-site options for comprehensive assistance.
• Expertise Spectrum: Includes RPG proficiency, robust documentation, design skills, IBMi system knowledge, job scheduling, SQL expertise, CL development, and more.
• Scope: Focuses on technical support and development, with application support available upon request.

What's NEXT together.
Embrace a streamlined, reliable, and empowered LX/BPCS environment that aligns our solutions with your business goals and budgetary needs.

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In light of the recent tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, effective April 2, 2025, adapting your business operations is crucial to your success. Infor ERP LX offers robust solutions for managing these new trade regulations through its advanced tariff processing functionalities. This system ensures accurate duty calculations and compliance with the latest regulations, helping you streamline operations and maintain competitiveness.

For specialized support and to optimize your ERP system, partner with Crossroads RMC. Our expertise in ERP LX will help you navigate these changes efficiently.

Learn how Infor ERP LX and Crossroads RMC can support your business in these evolving times.

The Future is Here: Are You Ready to Embrace AI?

According to Deloitte's State of AI in the Enterprise Report:

• 94% of business leaders believe AI is critical to their success strategy in the next 5 years.
• 79% of organizations expect Generative AI to transform their operations within 3 years.
• 56% are already leveraging Generative AI to boost efficiency and productivity.

AI isn’t just the future—it’s happening now. Where is your organization on its AI journey? Whether you're just starting or looking to expand, we’re here to help you take the next step, together.

We’re excited to introduce our latest professional service, Implementing Generative AI Using ChatGPT. This new service is designed to help organizations effectively leverage the power of generative AI in their operations

Key Benefits of Implementing Generative AI Using ChatGPT by Department

Transitioning away from customizations can indeed pose challenges, but it's not insurmountable with the right approach. Here’s a look at the real issues and solutions that can pave the way for a streamlined, up-to-date ERP.

Common Challenges:

1. Dependency on Custom Processes
   Custom processes become ingrained, and removing them disrupts established workflows. However, business processes often evolve over time, as do best practices incorporated into modern ERP systems.

2. Cost and Time Constraints
   Testing, retraining, and hiring consultants for an upgrade are valid concerns. Yet, consider the efficiency gains and reduced maintenance costs over time by utilizing standard ERP features.

3. User Resistance
   Change management is critical, as employees can be skeptical of losing tools they’re familiar with. Effective communication about the benefits of standardized, future-ready tools can help ease the transition.

The Reality Check: Has Your Organization Changed?

Evaluate how much your business needs have shifted, how user expectations have evolved, and if any workarounds or interim solutions are now adding unnecessary complexity. Many companies discover that industry-standard ERP features can replace outdated customizations.

Did You Know?

AI: Transforming Manufacturing—From Production to Profitability

As AI reshapes industries, manufacturers are asking critical questions: How will customers discover and purchase products in an AI-driven world? And how can companies keep pace with these advancements?

At Crossroads RMC, we address these challenges with our AI Readiness Assessment (AIRA). An AIRA creates a clear, actionable digital roadmap, significantly boosting efficiency, accuracy, and strategic capabilities. This assessment ensures a smooth, swift AI transition.

Our AI Readiness Assessments target key areas: