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Salesforce

Salesforce Winter ’26 Release: What Admins and Users Need to Kn...

September 24, 2025

The Salesforce Winter ’26 Release is here, bringing some impactful updates and new features. Here's what you need to know to get the most potential.

Technology

How KnowBe4 Uses AI to Improve Security Awareness Training

September 23, 2025

One of the most effective ways to stay ahead of cybersecurity threats is through comprehensive security awareness training, and AI can help.

Regulatory, Quality, & Compliance

Shifting Left in Software Development: Reducing Risk Through Earl...

September 22, 2025

By pairing shift left testing with automated testing, software developers not only accelerate feedback loops but also drive greater efficiency.

CMMC

CMMC Compliance with FortiGate Firewalls – Part 2

September 19, 2025

We previously discussed how to obtain certified FIPS firmware for FortiGate firewalls, and here's how to enable FIPS mode and configure it.

Risk

Strengthening SOX Compliance: Lessons from the Field 

September 19, 2025

For more than two decades, the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Act has shaped the way public companies approach internal controls and financial reporting.

Case Study

Technology-fueled Transformation on an Impossible Deadline

September 18, 2025

Pearison elevates the customer experience and simplifies processes after an accelerated ERP migration project to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.

News Release

Sikich Named to 2025-2026 Inner Circle for Microsoft AI Business ...

September 18, 2025

Sikich announced its inclusion in the 2025-2026 Microsoft Inner Circle for AI Business Solutions, marking the third consecutive year.

Manufacturing

Solving Manufacturing’s Toughest Planning Challenges with Maste...

September 18, 2025

Planning is the heart of successful manufacturing operations, but without the right planning systems in place, it can be fraught with challenges.

News Release

Sikich Named to Construction Executive’s 2025 Top Construct...

September 17, 2025

Dynamics 365>Dynamics 365 Business Central

See How AI Agents Can Transform Equipment Lifecycle and Dealershi...

September 17, 2025

Wondering what potential benefits AI agents can provide your equipment lifecycle management business? The answer is a lot. Here's how we can help.

News Release

Gretchen Radach of Sikich Honored on PLANADVISER’s Inaugural Ex...

September 16, 2025

Gretchen Radach is honored on PLANADVISER’s inaugural 2025 Excellence in Operations award list for her impact on retirement plans and outcomes for employers.

Security

Security Isn’t a Checkbox: It’s a Partnership

September 16, 2025

Sikich Tech 360 can help organizations turn security from a checklist into a resilient, proactive partnership.

ERP

Building Trust is at the Heart of ERP Implementation Success

September 15, 2025

When it comes to a successful ERP implementation, collaboration across the company is key, and with that collaboration comes trust.

Information Technology

CMMC Compliance with FortiGate Firewalls – Part 1 

September 12, 2025

Fortinet has specific FortiGate firewall firmware versions that are FIPS-certified for CMMC compliance. Here is where you can find them.

News Release

Sikich Named a Best Place to Work by Crain’s Chicago Busine...

September 11, 2025

Sikich announced it has earned a spot on Crain’s Chicago Business 2025 Best Places to Work in Chicago list for the third consecutive year.

Technology

What Happens After Go-Live? Why Nonprofits Need a Long-Term Techn...

September 11, 2025

Going live after a GP migration to Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Business Central isn't the end. Nonprofits also need long-term support for the new technology.

Tax

Breaking Down the OBBBA: The IRS Releases Guidance on Research Ex...

September 9, 2025

The IRS provided guidance on elections for research expenditures under Section 70302 of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).

Microsoft Copliot

Microsoft Copilot: Empowering IT Leaders to Drive AI-First Produc...

September 9, 2025

In a world where agility, efficiency, and innovation are critical, Microsoft Copilot offers IT leaders a powerful lever to modernize the workplace.

Tax

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Three Takeaways for Business and Indi...

September 8, 2025

Our Sikich tax experts explore the top 2025 tax changes from the One Big Beautiful Act for businesses and individuals.

Dynamics GP

Why Running GP Past 2029 Isn’t the Safe Bet It Appears to Be

September 8, 2025

Technology firms may promise to continue support for Dynamics GP past Microsoft's set end-of-life, but here's why that is far from a good idea.

Case Study

Empowering Insurance Excellence: A P&C Insurance Journey to D...

September 5, 2025

Sikich recently helped an insurance MGA shift from siloed systems toward a more unified approach with complete digital transformation.

Dynamics 365>Dynamics 365 Business Central

Better Reporting & Visibility: A Game-Changer for Nonprofits ...

September 4, 2025

Nonprofits still using Microsoft Dynamics GP probably find that their reporting processes feel more like a workaround than a workflow.

News Release

Leslie Strauss Joins Sikich as Global Controller and Patrick Whi...

September 2, 2025

Leslie Strauss joins Sikich as a vice president and Global Controller, working closely with Patrick Whippo, who is promoted to VP, Finance.

Information Technology

The End of Support for Windows 10: Why Upgrading to Windows 11 is...

September 2, 2025

The end of support for Windows 10 is just around the corner, which makes upgrading to Windows 11 even more crucial. Here's why.

Technology

From Spreadsheets to Speed in Insurance Underwriting: How Bordere...

August 29, 2025

Bordereaux reporting has remained one of the insurance industry's most persistent process headaches, but it can become a strategic advantage.

Dynamics 365>Dynamics 365 Business Central

Real Questions Nonprofits Ask Before Moving Off GP

August 28, 2025

If your nonprofit is considering migrating from Dynamics GP to Business Central, chances are you've asked these questions.

Health & Beauty

Why Health and Beauty Manufacturers Outgrow QuickBooks and What t...

August 27, 2025

Many health and beauty manufacturers begin with QuickBooks for basic accounting and inventory tracking, but it doesn't take long to outgrow this software.

Article

Inside AI’s New Era of Dynamic Risk Assessment

August 26, 2025

Discover how dynamic risk assessments leverage AI to enhance risk monitoring and improve organizational agility.

Lessons from Leadership

Leading Through the AI Era: Balancing Innovation with Humanity

August 26, 2025

Christopher Geier discusses leading through the AI era and how empathy, ethics, and innovation can coexist in the modern workplace.

Technology

Modern Password Security: Why Passphrases and Password Managers A...

August 26, 2025

Modern password security has changed, and the traditional rules for password security have become outdated. Here's why passphrases are better.