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How ERP Software Transforms Production Planning in Discrete Manufacturing
Still managing production schedules with spreadsheets? Late orders, material shortages, and change orders can quickly throw your shop floor into chaos.
Read MoreDavid 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.
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Still managing production schedules with spreadsheets? Late orders, material shortages, and change orders can quickly throw your shop floor into chaos.
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