Wednesday, May 17th: Guest Speaker Keynote, Breakout Sessions, Evening Party
Thursday, May 18th: Breakout Sessions
Epicor Insights Registration
Insights attendance is limited to current Epicor customers, authorized partners, and guests. Early bird registration is available until February 24th at $1,495, and after this date, the price ranges from $1,695-$1,895.
The Insights 2023 conference package includes; keynotes, general sessions, breakout sessions, labs, meals for the day, access to the exhibit hall and giveaways, receptions, dinner, and entertainment.
Here are some options items you can add to your registration package:
Epicor offers a group discounted hotel rate of $205 (not including taxes) at Mandalay Bay and $240 (not including taxes) at Delano Las Vegas. The rates are based on availability and include the following:
Reduced Daily Resort fee of $26
Property-wide high-speed wireless internet in hotel rooms, public spaces, and convention space
Unlimited local and toll-free calls
Airline boarding pass printing and notary service
Cardio room access for guests 18+
Book by Friday, April 14th, 2023, to take advantage of the discounted Insights rate.
Transportation
For information on transportation to and from LAS please visit this website.
Encompass Solutions Insights Client Event
This year, Encompass Solutions is hosting a client event at the House of Blues at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. More details coming soon!
If you have any questions about Insights 2023, please contact events@epicor.com.
Epicor Insights 2022 will be taking place in Nashville, Tennessee at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center from May 23 to May 26, 2022. The full agenda, along with extended education classes, for Insights will be released in early 2022. Below is the schedule at-a-glance so you can plan your trip to Nashville!
Sunday, May 22: Extended Education
Monday, May 23: Extended Education & Welcome Reception
Wednesday, May 25: Guest Speaker Keynote, Breakout Sessions, Evening Party
Thursday, May 26: Breakout Sessions
Epicor Insights Registration
Insights attendance is limited to current Epicor customers, authorized partners, and guests only. Early-bird discounts are available for a limited time.
Be sure to book before Wednesday, April 20, 2022, to secure your discounted rate!
Discounted room rate at the Gaylord is $219.00 plus a daily resort fee of $20.00 and any applicable taxes and fees
A Daily Resort Fee of $20 plus applicable taxes will be added to each guest room. The daily resort fee includes:
High-speed in-room wireless internet access
Unlimited local and domestic long-distance calls
Daily scheduled shuttle service to Grand Ole Opry House, Opry Mills, General Jackson Showboat & The Inn at Opryland
Fitness Center access
Bottled water (2 daily) replenished once daily with housekeeping service
Daily credit of up to $10 per room towards dry cleaning (credit not cumulative through stay)
Gaylord Springs Golf Links practice range access, a daily bucket of balls, and shuttle
Wildhorse Saloon cover charge for up to 4 guests (some restrictions may apply)
Opry Mills Savings Passport worth hundreds of dollars in savings
*Please note that Insights attendance is limited to current Epicor customers, authorized partners, and guests only. Full conference registration includes all conference sessions, access to the Solutions Pavilion, meals, and evening events. All conference sessions and meals will take place at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center.
Encompass Solutions is a business and software consulting firm that specializes in ERP systems, EDI, and Managed Services support for Manufacturers. Serving small and medium-sized businesses since 2001, Encompass modernizes operations and automates processes for hundreds of customers across the globe. Whether undertaking full-scale implementation, integration, or renovation of existing systems, Encompass provides a specialized approach to every client’s needs. By identifying customer requirements and addressing them with the right solutions, we ensure our clients are equipped to match the pace of the Industry.
If you have not already heard, the Automate Forward Trade Show and Conference are being held virtually this year. It’s one of our favorite conferences and it’s free to attend.
What is Automate Forward?
A week-long event of talks, demos, and exhibits on automation technologies.
From the event organizers – “One thing every industry has in common right now is the need to do more with less. Whether it’s less manpower or tighter budgets, demand is increasing even if resources are not. Automation is the key to not just getting through these difficult times, but to growing during them! With more than 80 speakers reviewing robotics, machine vision, motion control, artificial intelligence, and smart automation technologies, Automate Forward is the event to participate in to learn how to reach and exceed your goals.”
Anywhere you have an internet connection with your computer or mobile device.
Howto attend
Register and join the event on one or all of the day’s activities.
Encompass will be participating in the event for our third year and we’re excited to be a part of this exceptional event again. Don’t forget to stop by our virtual tradeshow booth and say hello.
Encompass Solutions is a business and software consulting firm that specializes in ERP systems, EDI, and Managed Services support for Manufacturers. Serving small and medium-sized businesses since 2001, Encompass modernizes operations and automates processes for hundreds of customers across the globe. Whether undertaking full-scale implementation, integration, or renovation of existing systems, Encompass provides a specialized approach to every client’s needs. By identifying customer requirements and addressing them with the right solutions, we ensure our clients are equipped to match the pace of the Industry.
Epicor Software Corp. has released its latest announcement regarding the Epicor Insights 2021 event. Customers, partners, and ISVs can now secure their registration with early-bird pricing. Below, you’ll find the most recent announcement details and a link to the official registration page.
Epicor Insights 2021 Announcement
The last 12 months have been particularly challenging for all of us and we have missed seeing you in person. We are hopeful that with the turn of the New Year, we will get an opportunity to reconnect during Insights, our annual customer conference. The health of attendees is our priority, so we’re moving forward with Epicor Insights 2021 in July with the assumption that the outlook continues on the right track. We are planning carefully, monitoring the news closely, and will adjust all aspects of the event as needed to ensure safety.
Epicor Insights will take place in Las Vegas from Sunday, July 11 through Wednesday, July 14 at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Convention Center, Las Vegas NV. More details to come. We understand it might be tough to know what the next several months will hold, so we’re offering to lock in early bird pricing with no payment required if you RSVP using the link below.
Insights attendance is limited to current Epicor customers, authorized partners, and guests only.
Ticket costs are:
Early Bird Registration – $1,345 – offer valid now through April 19
Regular Registration – $1,545 – offer valid April 20 through June 11
Late Registration – $1,745 – price valid June 12 through July 11
Epicor Insights 2021 Agenda
Epicor has released the event’s agenda, spanning pre-event functions through to the final day. View Agenda
What To Expect
Attendees will be able to experience several events during the Conference’s 4 Days, including 500+ Sessions, Inspiring keynote, Informative Sessions, and Hands-On Labs.
Join us at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas to accelerate your knowledge and the power of your Epicor solutions. Learn how business trends are driving transformation and gain inspiration to:
Streamline and optimize your operations
Drive growth, revenue, and profitability
Engage and connect with your peers and Epicor experts
Epicor Insights 2021 Keynote Speaker – Marcus Lemonis
As an impressionable youth, Marcus Lemonis read the description of “entrepreneur” to his mother from the dictionary while working on a school project, which inspired him to challenge himself and make his dreams come true. His humble beginnings and journey through life represent the heart and soul of what true entrepreneurism is.
Epicor Insights 2021 Musical Guest – Little Big Town
GRAMMY, ACM, CMA, and AMA award-winning group, Little Big Town will perform on Tuesday evening, July 13. Band members Karen Fairchild, Philip Sweet, Kimberly Schlapman, and Jimi Westbrook, first entered the music scene over 20 years ago with hit songs including “Boondocks,” “Bring it on Home,” “And good as Gone,” and the GRAMMY-nominated “Little White Church.”
Encompass Solutions is a business and software consulting firm that specializes in ERP systems, EDI, and Managed Services support for Manufacturers. Serving small and medium-sized businesses since 2001, Encompass modernizes operations and automates processes for hundreds of customers across the globe. Whether undertaking full-scale implementation, integration, or renovation of existing systems, Encompass provides a specialized approach to every client’s needs. By identifying customer requirements and addressing them with the right solutions, we ensure our clients are equipped to match the pace of the Industry.
AIA and the Association for Advancing Automation are hosting a week-long virtual conference, AIA Vision Week 2020, covering the latest in machine vision and imaging innovations.
Broken into 5 tracks, each day of AIA Vision Week will bring you a new set of sessions geared to help you with your current vision challenges and questions. As part of AIA Vision Week, you will have the opportunity to connect with more than 100 leading vision and imaging companies. Learn about their technology innovations and how they can help your company successfully deploy its vision to increase your quality, efficiency, and global competitiveness.
About AIA Vision Week
AIA brings you a full week of educational conference sessions, enlightening keynote speakers, and connections to the industry’s top suppliers showcasing the latest vision and imaging technologies – all from your convenient computer, tablet, or mobile phone screen.
Participation is FREE and anyone working with vision and imaging technologies – or those who would like to – are encouraged to register.
You’ll get access to educational sessions that are taught by leading vision experts where you’ll learn how vision can help you increase profitability, improve throughput, reduce defects, comply with regulations, solve your automation problems, and more!
Whether you are seeking entry-level training for a basic understanding of machine vision, imaging, and sensors, or are looking for more advanced solutions, AIA Vision Week has something for you.
Each day of the week, starting Monday, May 18, we’ll have multiple conference sessions, followed by a break, then we’ll resume with more topics. The conference will be presented live based on Eastern Daylight Time (GMT-4), starting about 10:00 am EDT and ending at about 3:00 pm EDT each day. See the agenda for details.
Be sure to spend time in the Vision Products Showcase, where you can see the latest in vision and imaging technologies and connect with more than 100 leading companies. You can learn about their technology innovations and how they can help your company successfully deploy its vision to increase your quality, efficiency, and global competitiveness.
AIA Vision Week Study Tracks
At this time, The AIA vision Week agenda is available in full. There are 5 unique learning tracks that attendees can leverage to learn more about each technology’s unique applications. Keynote speakers are delivering informative talks and breakout sessions deliver detailed looks into more specific areas of machine vision technology. come with questions and be prepared to learn about the latest in technological innovation relating to Machine Vision, AI, applications, and robotics. Here are the available learning tracks:
About The AIA – The World’s Largest Machine Vision Trade Association
Founded in 1984, the AIA was organized specifically to advance the global understanding and implementation of vision and imaging technologies to help our members grow. We are committed to providing support and leadership on common industry issues.
Today, AIA is the world’s largest global vision and imaging trade group serving over 375 member companies from 32 countries. Our members include manufacturers of vision components and systems, system integrators, distributors, OEMs, end-users, consulting firms, academic institutions, and research groups directly involved with vision and imaging.
Key AIA activities include standards development for the industry; market research and analysis (including a quarterly Vision Market Report for members); trade show sponsorship – The Vision Show and Automate; educational workshops, conferences, and networking opportunities throughout the world; Online and in-person certification training; and Vision Online, the world’s leading resource for vision and imaging information.
We invite you to see AIA’s Vision of the Future video here.
Encompass Solutions is a business and software consulting firm that specializes in ERP systems, EDI, and Managed Services support for Manufacturers and Distributors. Serving small and medium-sized businesses since 2001, Encompass modernizes operations and automates processes for hundreds of customers across the globe. Whether undertaking full-scale implementation, integration, and renovation of existing systems, Encompass provides a specialized approach to every client’s needs. By identifying customer requirements and addressing them with the right solutions, we ensure our clients are equipped to match the pace of the Industry.
Epicor Insights 2020 Cancellation (Updated March 23, 2020)
Due to the growing concerns over the spread of COVID-19, Epicor has decided to cancel this year’s Epicor Insights 2020 conference. Refunds will be issued over the coming weeks for event registrations. Any additional inquiries can be submitted to the contact us through the link at the bottom of this post. We will endeavor to answer your questions as best we can.
Epicor Insights 2020
Epicor Insights 2020 is right around the corner. Taking place May 3-6, 2020 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, TN, Epicor Insights 2020 delivers “Your 2020 Vision” to businesses around the world. Join us for this exciting event to learn more about the powerful tools developed by Epicor Software Corporation, speak with existing and prospective customers, and speak to Epicor Certified Partners, engineers, and developers.
Dedicated education tracks are made available. Each focused on specific products and solutions, these educational tracks deliver all the details as well as practical applications of the tools available, not to mention the many more opportunities to network across products and industries.
Learn about each specific Epicor solution, network with your peers, and enjoy the core benefits of a global customer conference. Gain valuable insight on how to utilize your Epicor solution to grow your business, your employees, and your bottom line. We hope you’ll join us—and your peers—in Nashville!
Offered on Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3 prior to the conference. Valued at $495, these four-hour training sessions are only $275.
Valuable One-On-One Sessions
Schedule individual meetings with Epicor executives and product experts.
Technical Insight
Learn how to reduce costs, increase ROI, and deal with compliance issues.
Peer Insight
Network with fellow professionals, discuss common challenges, and share solutions.
Education ROI
Extended education sessions offer a deep dive into the business software you’re using today.
Practical Insight
Attend labs with Epicor technical staff demonstrating practical software solutions.
Expert Insight
Hear from Epicor executives regarding what lies ahead and schedule meetings with Epicor experts.
Epicor Insights 2020 Extended Education
Extended education sessions will take place Saturday, May 2 and Sunday May 3, 2020 on-site at the Opryland.
These are elite training sessions developed by the Epicor worldwide education, product management, development, support, and services teams. They move beyond traditional labs and are conducted by Epicor professionals for product-specific training with your own Epicor-provided computer, small class size, and direct access to technical experts. These sessions will be available Sunday and Monday before the conference.
Pricing
Extended Education Sessions are not included in your Insights registration fee. These additional courses are valued at $495, but are offered at the conference for $275/session. Sessions are four hours long and run from 8 a.m.–12 p.m. or 1–5 p.m. Some courses consist of two parts from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. at $550. Registering for only one portion of a two-part session is not permitted.
Increased visibility of your business as an industry leader
50% discount off the regular registration fee for accepted single presenters
20% discount off registration for accepted presenters on 2+ panels
10% discount off registration for accepted presenters on one panel
Please take a moment to tell us what information you would like to present or what business issues you have solved using Epicor solutions. Presentations can be organized as best practices, case studies, general business, technical, or tips and tricks. Submit an abstract with 500 words or less, and a member of the Insights team will contact you if you have been selected to speak.
Epicor Insights 2020 Hotel and Travel
Hotel Reservations
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center 2800 Opryland Dr. Nashville, TN 37214 Book Your Discounted Insights Hotel Rate!Book before March 29, 2020, to secure your discounted rate.
Group rate: $199 (9.25% sales tax & 6% occupancy tax plus $2.50 city tax per room per night)
Daily Resort fee of $26 plus applicable taxes will be added to each guest room rate.
Discounted Group Rate cut-off: March 29, 2020
Check-in 3 pm
Check-out 11 am
Office: 615-889-1000 and Toll-Free: 1-877-382-7299 *Please note that Insights attendance is limited to current Epicor customers, authorized partners, and invited guests only. As in past years, full conference registration includes all conference sessions, access to the Solutions Pavilion, meals, and the evening events. All conference sessions and meals will take place at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, TN.
Shuttle Service Information
Gaylord Opryland offers a daily roundtrip shuttle service from the Nashville Airport to the Hotel. Purchase tickets here online, or upon arrival to the airport, find the Gaylord Opryland Welcome Desk on the lower level of the airport between the two escalators. An agent can assist with travel needs and ticket purchase, or guests can use the resort kiosk, which is located at the welcome desk. Daily shuttle schedule:
CASCADES LOBBY CANOPY located outside the Cascades Lobby to the left.
MAGNOLIA CANOPY (Inn at Opryland upon request) 7 am – 6 pm (departs every 30 minutes)
Cost: $35 per person, roundtrip fareGuests ages 18 and under will receive complimentary admission with an accompanying paying adult.
Guests 65 and older receive a discounted rate of $32 for roundtrip fares.
Epicor Insights 2020 Entertainment
Little Big Town
GRAMMY, ACM, CMA, and AMA Award-winning group, Little Big Town — consisting of members Karen Fairchild, Phillip Sweet, Kimberly Schlapman, and Jimi Westbrook — first entered the music scene over 20 years ago with hit songs “Boondocks,” “Bring It On Home,” “Good As Gone” and the GRAMMY-nominated “Little White Church.” Their breakthrough albums Tornado and Pain Killer produced multiple #1 singles, including “Pontoon,” “Tornado,” and “Day Drinking,” as well as the history-making, best-selling country single of the year (2015) “Girl Crush.” 2017’s, The Breaker, debuted #1 on the Billboard Country Charts and Top 10 (No.4) on the Billboard 200 to critical acclaim, marking the group’s fourth Top 10 debut on the Billboard 200 chart. The album features their GRAMMY-winning, multi-week #1 single, “Better Man,” as well as the 2019 GRAMMY-nominated, “When Someone Stops Loving You.” The band recently released new music from their upcoming ninth studio album, Nightfall, the Grammy-nominated song “The Daughters,” country single “Over Drinking,” and “Sugar Coat.” The album is set for release January 17, 2020. Little Big Town has earned more than 40 award show nominations and in the past five years has taken home nearly 20 awards, including multiple GRAMMY, AMA, People’s Choice, CMA, ACM awards, and an Emmy award. The Grand Ole Opry inductees (2014) went onto receive their star on the Nashville Walk of Fame in 2017. In July of 2018, The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville launched their lead, yearlong exhibit called LITTLE BIG TOWN: THE POWER OF FOUR showcasing the bands powerful and storied 20-year history within the country music community. The band recently launched 4 Cellars wine, their first non-musical project as a band, with Browne Family Vineyards. The collaboration features exclusive wine blended by the foursome and recently released canned wine spritzers called “Day Drinking.”
Epicor Insights 2020 Keynote Speaker
Marcus Lemonis
As an impressionable youth, Marcus Lemonis read the description of the Entrepreneur to his mother from the dictionary while working on a school project, which inspired him to challenge himself and make his dreams come true. His humble beginnings and journey through life represent the heart and soul of what true entrepreneurism is. Although he was not born in America, he is proud to be living the American Dream through hard work, determination and believing. Those who have had the chance to hear his story through his moving speaking engagements would say that he is humble, down to earth and 100 percent brutally honest. A past nominee for the 2018 Critic’s Choice Award for Best Structured Reality Series for his work on CNBC’s The Profit, Marcus lends his business expertise to struggling businesses in various industries across the country while using his famous People-Process-Product principle. Through his 3P mantra, he analyzes every business by the quality people, whether they have an excellent and relevant product, and the best possible process for creating, delivering, and selling that product. While many people frequently call him the “business turnaround king,” he will be the first to say that he really helps people with tough love so they can use the experience to inevitably succeed. Marcus was born in war-torn Beirut, Lebanon in 1973; and, at nine months old, was adopted by a couple living in Miami, FL. As a young child, he was exposed to positive and prosperous business values at his family-owned auto dealership. His entrepreneurial spirit bloomed at age 12 while attending Epiphany Catholic School, when he started a lawn mowing service to generate money for a candy business while enlisting his friends for their help. He then graduated from Christopher Columbus High School and moved to Milwaukee, WI to attend Marquette University, where he studied Political Science, Criminology and Economics. With approximately 225 locations in 36 states and a comprehensive e-commerce platform, Marcus has long time served as the Chairperson at America’s #1 source for RVs, camping accessories, RV maintenance and repair – Camping World and Gander RV& Outdoors. In 2017, he became the RV Business Newsmaker of the Year for “evolving into one of the most transformational characters in the U.S. recreational vehicle industry.”With multiple ventures on his resume, Marcus can be seen sharing his knowledge through numerous business and entertainment television programs and is also regarded as one of the most sought-after industry experts and keynote speakers in the small business sector today. Marcus drives results through collaborations, partnerships and relationships. His advice for aspiring entrepreneurs is simple: know your numbers, trust the process and remember that he’s 100 percent IN CHARGE!
Conference FAQs
What is Epicor Insights?
Epicor Insights is the official global customer conference for Epicor customers. It brings together Epicor customers, partners, and industry experts for a three-day learning and networking experience focused on Epicor products, solutions, and future plans. With more than 500 sessions and extensive hands-on labs, the conference offers the opportunity to learn, connect with peers, and understand your industry best practices.
When and where is Insights held?
Insights 2020 will be held Sunday, May 3-Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
615-889-1000
2800 Opryland Dr.
Nashville, TN 37214
Who should attend Insights?
Users of Epicor products who want to extend functionality and protect their investment in Epicor solutions are encouraged to attend. The conference has something for everyone—from IT-focused professionals to business executives.
Please note that Insights attendance is limited to current Epicor customers, authorized partners, and invited guests only.
Are meals provided during the conference?
All conference attendees and paid guests with either a guest pass or Tuesday night pass have access to that pass’ applicable meals.
What is the dress code for the conference?
The attire for Insights is business casual. The meeting space can be cold, so please bring a jacket or a sweater for your comfort.
How do I book my hotel at the Epicor rate?
Epicor has reserved a block of rooms at Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center for the Insights 2020 Customer User Conference. Book your discounted hotel rate for Insights 2020 here.
Can I transfer my registration to someone else in my company in the event I cannot attend?
Yes. Substitutions can be made in writing to Insights registration at insights@epicor.com with the names of both the original and substitute registrant and/or guest.
What if I need to cancel?
There is a $150 fee for cancellations made prior to April 3, 2020, the full conference amount is non-refundable. All cancellations must be made in writing and addressed to “Epicor Insights 2020—CANCELLATION” and faxed to (949) 341-4994 or sent by email to insights@epicor.com
How do I get a copy of my registration invoice?
A link to your invoice(s) will be sent to you in your registration confirmation email. Please click on that link to print out the invoice(s) to send in with your company check for payment. If you need an additional copy, you can access your invoice(s) through your registration record or email insights@epicor.com
How can I pay?
Acceptable methods of payments are check, credit card, or wire transfer.
Getting Involved
Are you accepting speaker applications?
Information and best practices shared by users is extremely valuable content that we look to maximize every year. There’s also a significant discount if your abstract is selected. Please visit the Call for Speakers section for more information on submitting your application.
Are there any sponsorships or exhibit spaces available?
Yes, sponsors are included in Insights every year. Sponsorship opportunities are available to all Epicor Alliance Partners. To get more information on becoming a sponsor of the event, please email insights@epicor.com
Encompass Solutions is a business and software consulting firm that specializes in ERP systems, EDI, and Managed Services support for Manufacturers and Distributors. Serving small and medium-sized businesses since 2001, Encompass has helped modernize operations and automate processes for hundreds of customers across the globe. Whether undertaking full-scale implementation, integration, and renovation of existing systems, Encompass provides a specialized approach to every client’s needs. By identifying customer requirements and addressing them with the right solutions, we ensure our clients are equipped to match the pace of Industry.
After careful deliberation, it was decided that this year’s Insights event should be cancelled over COVID-19 concerns. However, the Executive View component of this year’s event is still being offered as a virtual conference. A series of four industry-focused and very informative talks are being held on the following topics and dates:
Webinar 1: Industry 4.0 in a Changing World with Robert Parker, IDC
Held at Epicor’s annual Insights user conference, the Epicor Insights Executive View is an invite-only exclusive, interactive, educational seminar focused on helping you grow your manufacturing business, enhance productivity, and differentiate. Over two days, you’ll experience a mix of:
Live demonstrations from Epicor trainers and customers
Educational seminars from industry experts
Interactive discussions with peers from around the country
Opportunity to network with the largest collection of Epicor customers. A benefit of attending during Epicor Insights
The conference will again be held in Nashville at the Gaylord Opryland on Monday, May 4 (full day) and Tuesday, May 5 (half day), with an evening reception to kick off the conference on Sunday, May 3.
Epicor Insights Executive View FAQs
Here you’ll find answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding the Epicor Insights Executive View conference.
What is Epicor Executive View at Insights?
Held at Epicor’s annual Insights user conference, Insights Executive View is an exclusive, interactive, educational seminar focused on helping you grow your business, enhance productivity, and differentiate. Over two days, you’ll experience a mix of live demonstrations from Epicor trainers and customers, educational seminars from industry experts, and interactive discussion with peers from around the country.
Why attend Epicor Executive View at Insights?
Obtain a better understanding of who Epicor Software is and what we do
Opportunity to network with current customers and get honest and open feedback
All meals are covered with your registration for Executive View.
Monday – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Entertainment
Tuesday – Breakfast and Lunch
What is the dress code for Epicor Executive View?
The attire for Insights is business casual. The meeting space can be cold, so please bring a jacket or a sweater for your comfort.
How do I book my hotel at Epicor Executive View?
Epicor will make your hotel reservation on your behalf based on the check-in/out dates and information entered in your registration.
*Epicor will cover 2 nights (May 3rd and May 4th) for 2 Executives from each company.
What if I want to extend my stay in Nashville pre/post-Epicor’s Executive View?
If you would like to extend your reservation, please enter this in your registration or contact sara.scandiffio@epicor.com and we will make every effort to accommodate this request at the group rate.
Epicor’s discounted group rate is $199 (9.25% sales tax and 6% tax plus $2.50 city tax per room night and $18 resort fee). Dates that are pre/post-May 3rd and 4th will be based on availability
Epicor Insights Executive View Registration
Epicor Insights Executive View is an event reserved for prospects entering the sales cycle with Epicor and Epicor Resellers. As a result, attendees are limited to those companies currently evaluating Epicor products as a complement to their business processes and systems. Epicor will cover event registration costs, event meals, and a two-night hotel stay for two attendees per certified partner.
How do I register?
You can register for the event – HERE. Be sure to get in touch with your Encompass Solutions sales representative to ensure your registration will be accepted. All you’ll need to cover are the travel and incidental costs to attend the event.
What if I need to cancel?
If you have already registered for the event and need to cancel your registration, please reach out toSara.Scandiffio@epicor.comto cancel your registration and hotel reservation.
Encompass Solutions, Inc. is an ERP consulting firm, NetSuite Solution Provider and Epicor Gold Partner that offers professional services in business consulting, project management, and software implementation. Whether undertaking full-scale implementation, integration, and renovation of existing systems or addressing the emerging challenges in corporate and operational growth, Encompass provides a specialized approach to every client’s needs. As experts in identifying customer requirements and addressing them with the right solutions, we ensure our clients are equipped to match the pace of Industry.
The Encompass team has returned from DMC 2019 / DMSMS 2019 in Phoenix. We had exceptional conversations, learned quite a bit from industry leaders, and started on the path to a few strategic partnerships. All of these activities will benefit our current and future customers. Like all conferences, there are ups and downs, as well as ways in which the event delivered and fell short. This event was no different we’re glad to have the opportunity to share our findings with you. Here’s a high-level account of what we learned.
The Big Picture At DMC 2019
We had the opportunity to hear from and speak directly to the leading manufacturers supplying our defense forces. Companies like Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and General Dynamics headlined the event. However, smaller manufacturers far outnumbered industry heavyweights. These SMBs keep the United States at the top of aerospace and Defense technology. Their achievements and efforts are no less integral or noteworthy.
At the Defense Manufacturing Diminishing / Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages Conference, additive manufacturing took center stage. This technology is a solution to the problem of parts and material shortages. Aerospace and defense industries, forces, and researchers are looking to additive manufacturing technology to deliver on the acquisition of parts and components that no longer have reliable procurement sources.
Unfortunately, according to the university professors, high-ranking military personnel, and manufacturers we spoke with, additive manufacturing is not where the technology’s marketers would have you believe it is. The technology is still very much in its infancy. It doesn’t have the reliability that industrial manufacturing processes possess. In short, 3D printing can’t yet meet the tolerances, conformance and compliance requirements that many aerospace and defense applications require. The tech is too new to be reliable. So, for now, 3D printing is relegated to consumer markets and non-essential components. However, everyone agreed that in a few year’s time, this technology will be much closer in delivering on those expectations.
Where We Fit In
Encompass Solutions maintains a wealth of industry knowledge in manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution. Not only this, but the Epicor ERP solution and peripheral products are perfectly aligned to assist our most integral and transformative defense industries. This helps in keeping our servicemen and women at the forefront of technological superiority. Many of the manufacturers supplying our defense forces have engaged Encompass to leverage our expertise and solutions. We look forward to continuing the conversations started at DMC/DMSMS 2019.
Encompass Solutions, Inc. is an ERP consulting firm and Epicor Gold Partner that offers professional services in business consulting, project management, and software implementation. Whether undertaking full-scale implementation, integration, and renovation of existing systems or addressing the emerging challenges in corporate and operational growth, Encompass provides a specialized approach to every client’s needs. As experts in identifying customer requirements and addressing them with the right solutions, we ensure our clients are equipped to match the pace of Industry.
Insights 2019 is the annual Epicor user and partner conference that convenes each spring. It is a place where users and partners can experience first-hand training and education on the latest Epicor software and tools to empower businesses. Keynote speakers deliver insights on industry trends and where the company is directing efforts over the coming year. The manufacturing solutions being developed have a lot of users and partners excited for rollout. Read more about the biggest Epicor ERP developments in our Insights 2019 Recap below.
Insights 2019 Recap Epicor Virtual Agent (EVA)
AI is a buzzword on the tongues and in the minds of many involved in manufacturing industries. Gartner predicts that by 2020 80% of technologies will be driven by artificial intelligence in some form. Epicor has answered that call with the rollout of the Epicor Virtual Agent, aptly named EVA. A Microsoft Azure-powered virtual assistant, EVA leverages AI to deliver insights and data in real-time to empower workforces wherever they find themselves.
Virtual assistants are nothing new. However, their ubiquitous nature has yet to be fully realized, and appropriately utilized, among traditional manufacturing operations. Gartner also believes that by 2022, enterprises utilizing Industry 4.0 technologies will have some form of virtual assistant within the organization.
With built-in artificial intelligence, EVA can simplify user interactions with the ERP system and automate manual tasks to speed up operations. Text and voice cognitive skills enable EVA to transform data into visual representations. The result is an intuitive experience that allows users to complete actions on native devices with ease. The technology is powered by Natural Language Processing (NLP), a human-computer interactive technology that users can leverage from mobile devices with requests and tasks that will be addressed by the Epicor Virtual Agent. Targeted information and data to enable faster, better decision-making is then delivered in real-time.
Insights 2019 Recap Epicor ERP 10.2.400 Update
Epicor ERP 10.2.400 has also been announced and will receive its full production update on the weekend of May 11th, 2019. Now it’s the time to be testing end-to-end for those customers keeping in pace with the Epicor ERP software update cadence. Among the changes coming with the Epicor ERP 10.2.400 update, users can expect to enjoy full use of and coming functionality that includes:
For more information on the updates discussed above, reach out to the ERP experts at Encompass Solutions, Inc. using the contact us link below.
Exclusive Epicor Software Discounts
Encompass customers are entitled to exclusive discounts on Epicor software and services, provided they attended Insights 2019. If you were at Insights 2019 and wish to take advantage of reduced pricing on several Epicor ERP modules, SaaS subscriptions, and third-party integrations, get in touch with your Encompass Solutions Customer Account Manager today.
Encompass Solutions, Inc. is an ERP consulting firm and Epicor Gold Partner that offers professional services in business consulting, project management, and software implementation. Whether undertaking full-scale implementation, integration, and renovation of existing systems or addressing emerging challenges in corporate and operational growth, Encompass provides a specialized approach to every client’s needs. As experts in identifying customer requirements and addressing them with the right solutions, we ensure our clients are equipped to match the pace of the Industry.
We came, we saw, it was awesome. Encompass Solutions’ participation as exhibitors and speakers at Automate 2019 gave us the perfect vantage point from which to experience the show and deliver an Automate 2019 recap.
Here are just a few more happenings from Automate 2019 regarding new advanced robots and robot vendor developments that are rolling out into facilities worldwide.
Automation 2019 Key Takeaways
There were too many things we learned at Automate 2019 to list in one post. However, we want to share a few highlights that we think everyone needs to consider moving forward:
Automation is here and it’s only gaining more momentum as advancements in hardware, software, and utilization become more refined.
If you are not thinking about leveraging automation and robotics, you are already behind.
While many are expecting an economic downturn between 2020-2022, now is still the best time to begin investing in these technologies.
Start small. You don’t have to outfit your entire operation to remain competitive. start with one robot or one instance of automated assembly. build from there.
Empower your staff and involve them in the transformation that is coming.
Focused Automation and Robotics specializations for employees will be necessary, as there will be less and less room for unskilled staff in modernized facilities.
Upskilling current staff will be of greater benefit and lower cost for employers than training and onboarding new staff.=
It’s going to be a hard-fought battle to outpace competitors as automation becomes more affordable and more accessible to small and medium-sized enterprises. Start training and experimenting with automation today and you’ll be ready to weather the bout.
ERP At Automate 2019
We spoke with hundreds of users and manufacturers thinking about robotics and automation during the weeklong Automate 2019 event. While the robots and automation enclosures were captivating, to say the least, one thing few seemed to consider during that time was how they were going to connect those robotics and automated systems to the rest of their enterprise. In short, the answer is an ERP solution.
It’s one thing to install a robot on your factory floor to install windshields, make welds, or assemble PCBs. However, what are you doing with that data from your manufacturing processes? Are you even tracking it? By plugging your robotics and automation data into your ERP system, you are getting more detailed accounts of performance, quality, material and time optimization, maintenance cycles, and so much more. Everyone we spoke with, from attendees to exhibitors to organizers, agreed that ERP connectivity is an essential component of automation and robotics on the factory floor. We look forward to carrying those conversations further and urge everyone looking to automate processes or install robots in their facilities to consider the necessity for visibility and connectivity when evaluating such technologies.
Encompass Solutions, Inc. is an ERP consulting firm and Epicor Gold Partner that offers professional services in business consulting, project management, and software implementation. Whether undertaking full-scale implementation, integration, and renovation of existing systems or addressing emerging challenges in corporate and operational growth, Encompass provides a specialized approach to every client’s needs. As experts in identifying customer requirements and addressing them with the right solutions, we ensure our clients are equipped to match the pace of the Industry.