David Warford Sr.

David Warford Sr. Partner, KPC Team | RubinBrown LLP David Warford Sr. is a Partner in RubinBrown’s KPC Team, bringing over 40 years of experience in technology consulting, auditing, and business management. His expertise spans enterprise resource planning (ERP) modernization, business transformation, process improvement, risk management, and new business development. Before joining RubinBrown in 2023, David served for more than 30 years as President and CEO of KnowledgePath Consulting, a firm he founded and grew into a trusted provider of technology and strategic execution services for clients across the Americas, Europe, and the Middle East. Earlier in his career, he served as a Cost Analyst and Auditor with the Department of Defense Inspector General and as an Assault Boat Officer in the U.S. Navy. David holds a BSBA in Finance and Economics from the University of Arkansas and an MBA from the University of Maryland. He is passionate about delivering unbiased leadership and hands-on guidance that help organizations achieve operational excellence and lasting value. Beyond his professional work, he is active in volunteer efforts, supporting causes such as Medical Missions Ministries and Kids Across America.

ERP Data Migration vs Data Integration

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ERP Data Migration vs. Data Integration: Key Differences (And Why You Need Both)

BARC’s Data, BI and Analytics Trend Monitor 2025, based on responses from 1,795 data professionals across industries and regions, found that data quality management was the second most critical priority for organizations in 2025. That matters in ERP...

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ERP Data Governance Framework

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How to Build a Data Governance Framework for Your ERP

IBM’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report found that the global average cost of a data breach reached $4.88 million, the highest figure reported to...

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ERP Internal Audit Checklist

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The Ultimate ERP Internal Audit Checklist for CFOs

An ERP internal audit should show whether the ERP system is controlled, reliable, and usable in daily operations. The review should cover access,...

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Financial Due Diligence For IT Systems

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Financial Due Diligence for IT Systems: Uncover Hidden Risks Before You Acquire

Technology risk is now a leading cause of failed M&A deals. Research shows that nearly 70-90% of M&A deals fail to achieve their expected value, with...

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Linking Business Transformation to KPIs

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Measuring What Matters: How to Link Business Transformation to Real-World KPIs

Business transformation requires significant investment, but investment alone does not guarantee results. A Gartner research shows that only 48% of...

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AI Predictive Maintenance For Utilities

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From Reactive to Predictive Maintenance: How AI and ERP Transform Utility Asset Management

Aging infrastructure and rising reliability standards have put utility operations under a microscope. According to industry research, using...

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Building an ERP Analytics Roadmap

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Build Your ERP Analytics Roadmap: A 3-Year Plan for Turning Data into Results

Your ERP system collects everything: orders, invoices, inventory, and forecasts. But how much of that data is actually driving faster decisions?

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ERP For Construction Project Managers

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ERP for Construction Project Managers: Run Smarter Projects With Real-Time Field Data

Still managing job costs in Excel and waiting days for field updates to reach the office? Those delays are costing you.

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ERP Controls For SOX Compliance

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ERP Controls for SOX Compliance: A CFO’s Guide to Audit-Ready Systems

Are your ERP controls supporting SOX compliance, or setting you up for audit failure? For CFOs, Controllers, and Internal Audit leaders, unclear...

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