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Phil Duff

Phil Duff, SYSPRO’s co-founder and Executive Chairman, started SYSPRO in 1978 when he identified a gap in the market for accounting software. Phil’s vision has been to offer a simplified approach to technology with customer centricity at the heart of the business supported by a strong channel community. Today, SYSPRO is one of the longest standing independent global vendors of ERP software. The company is operational in over 60 countries with a proven track record of industry expertise in the manufacturing and distribution sectors. As the Executive Chairman Phil demonstrates the highest standards of integrity and probity, setting clear expectations relating to SYSPRO’s culture, values and behaviors. He is responsible for upholding good corporate governance, providing support and strategic leadership to the global executive team and ensuring the effective management and growth of the business. As an avid developer, the Product development function continues to report to Phil, where he provides strategic direction and leadership to the team and ensures that SYSPRO delivers a world class industry-built ERP solution to the market.

Posts by Phil Duff

Managing-Operating ERPTechnology (or Enterprise Technology)

More complexity in the ERP UX experience? Yes, but isn’t simplicity the name of the game?

Reading Time: < 1 minuteQuick question for you. Do you prefer choices or being told what to do? Do you want to decide for …

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Supply Chain Management and ERP

The Internet of Things that make me go hmmmm

Reading Time: 2 minutesDo these words sound familiar: Are you listening to me? It’s not only marital, parental or platonic relationships that benefit …

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Managing-Operating ERPSelecting ERP

Celebrating the Ideal ‘Business’ Partner on Valentine’s Day

Reading Time: 3 minutesFebruary is the month of love and with Valentine’s Day just around the corner many of us will be celebrating …

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Supply Chain Management and ERPBusiness software

Innovative or Customer Centric?

Reading Time: 2 minutesDeveloping ERP software is a tricky business, especially if the software is not being developed for any specific customer but …

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Taking stock and looking ahead to 2013
Managing-Operating ERPBusiness software

Taking stock and looking ahead to 2013

Reading Time: 3 minutesRegardless of what business you happen to be in, the end of the year is a natural time to reflect …

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The Changing Role of the CFO
Applying and Operating ERPERP systems

The Changing Role of the CFO

Reading Time: 2 minutesIn a recent article by Paul Taylor in the Financial Times, he discusses the changing dynamics of the C-suite. He …

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ERP and Mobile BusinessBusiness software

Future trends in ERP

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe rapid consumerization of technology over the past few years has led enterprises, some kicking and screaming, to incorporate elements …

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Supply Chain Management and ERPBusiness software

Lights, camera, ERP

Reading Time: 2 minutesSYSPRO was featured on CNBC Africa last week when Chris Bishop interviewed me on the Entrepreneurial Edge Show. Besides the …

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Managing-Operating ERP

ERP Product Map for the Road Ahead

Reading Time: 3 minutesAre you lost and looking for a guide…? Well then, follow me on an exciting journey as we discover what …

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