As higher education institutions face increasing pressure to modernize their systems, adopting Workday has become a key solution. But implementing such a transformative system requires careful planning, expertise, and a clear path to success.

In this episode, Jeff Miller is joined by TJ Rains from Workday, alongside Houman Immen, Caroline Weir, and Shawn Fournier from ERPA. They discuss how Optima by ERPA provides a streamlined, fixed-cost deployment model for Workday, making it accessible to small and mid-sized institutions. You’ll hear about how Optima accelerates deployment, ensures operational efficiency, and integrates the latest technology for a future-proof solution.

In this episode, you’ll learn about:

• How Optima by ERPA offers a predictable, cost-effective deployment model for Workday
• The benefits of ERPA’s managed services and support throughout the deployment lifecycle
• Why Optima is ideal for institutions looking to modernize and scale their Workday solutions quickly

Things To Listen For:

(00:00) Intro

(03:24) Bringing Workday within reach for higher education institutions

(16:47) Optima by ERPA for streamlined Workday deployment

(22:31) AI-driven delivery and data conversion

(31:21) Optima core package for institutions under 500 employees

(33:47) Optima flex package for larger institutions

(34:49) Value-added services and essential post-go-live support

(41:12) Strengthening Workday adoption through IT modernization

(49:44) Q&A on the future of Workday deployments in higher ed

Resources:

• Connect with the Team:
  • TJ Rains
  • Houman Immen
  • Caroline Weir
  • Shawn Fournier
• Connect with Host: Jeff Miller
• Connect with ERPA: www.ERPA.com
• Check out ERPA’s Webinars: https://www.erpa.com/webinar/

Change is constant in PeopleSoft, whether it’s new regulations, technology upgrades, or the move toward cloud adoption. When the environment keeps changing, teams need a clear way to manage updates without slowing the business down.

In this episode, Jeff Miller sits down with John Han from Phire, Ganesh Denduluri, and Shawn Fournier from ERPA. They explore the latest advancements in PeopleSoft change management, version control, compliance, and modernization with Phire. You’ll hear insights on the newest features, automatic updates, and key areas where you’ll need to focus on change management and security protocols.

In this episode, you’ll learn about:

• How Phire simplifies PeopleSoft change management with new workflow automation features
• The latest updates to version control and compliance that improve efficiency
• Why certain aspects of PeopleSoft modernization may require tailored security and change management strategies

Things To Listen For:

(00:00) Intro

(03:49) Phire as a change management solution

(04:25) Key challenges in managing PeopleSoft changes

(07:53) Phire’s change tracking and version control

(10:08) Phire streamlines the SDLC lifecycle

(14:23) Phire’s demonstration

(28:01) PeopleSoft modernization and roadmap insights

Resources:

• Connect with the Team:
  • Shawn Fournier
  • John Han
  • Ganesh Denduluri
• Connect with Host: Jeff Miller
• Connect with ERPA: www.ERPA.com
• Check out ERPA’s Webinars: https://www.erpa.com/webinar/

Don’t let your PeopleSoft environment plateau. Whether you’re on-prem or already in the cloud, the right managed services provider can help you get more from your investment.

Jeff Miller talks with ERPA’s Shawn Fournier and Vishal Kothari about what effective PeopleSoft managed services look like. They explore common challenges such as unpredictable costs, reactive support, and stalled progress, and explain what organizations can do differently to move forward with confidence.

In this episode, you’ll learn about:

• The typical journey most PeopleSoft customers go through
• What to expect (and demand) from your managed services partner
• What other institutions are doing to stabilize, modernize, and improve PeopleSoft

Things to Listen For:

(00:00) Intro

(01:35) ERPA's PeopleSoft expertise
(12:26) Customer journey and challenges
(14:58) Best practices of a PeopleSoft managed services provider
(19:16) Customer success stories

(24:38) Why customers choose ERPA

(27:13) Q&A session

Resources:

• Connect with the Team:
  • Shawn Fournier
  • Vishal Kothari
• Connect with Host: Jeff Miller
• Connect with ERPA: www.ERPA.com
• Check out ERPA’s Webinars: https://www.erpa.com/webinar/