ERP Reporting as You Know It Changes Now

After 14 years in the AX / F&O reporting market, I found that I could deliver the world's most perfect BI system to your company; it could have AI built in that cooks you breakfast—but it will go to zero if you cycle out the key people who know how to use it.

Can I just point out how much the BI/reporting vendors love this flaw? Because they are happy to agree with you that the issue was with the software, and that you need a new system.

The Vision for Change

We need:

• A common vision of what reporting should be
• An assembly line that creates reports
• Process manuals and training (blueprints) ensuring the line stays up forever
• A massive library of tech templates (started with ConduitBI.com)
• A manual to hire, develop, and then let go of people
• A common set of metrics for reporting team performance
• Accessibility for all companies, regardless of size
• Smooth personnel transitions with blueprints for new team members

The Solution—the Report Factory

Starting at $100/month, we're offering a blueprint to design your reporting department right from the start.

What We're Offering

1. Something for Everyone: The Report Factory isn't just for big enterprises. Small businesses can join the $100/month program.

2. Complete F&O Tech Support:

   • A la carte pricing on all tech elements of F&O BI/reporting projects
   • Solutions for D365 BC customers wanting full cloud BI footprint
   • Visit www.conduitBI.com/pricing for details
   • Custom reporting options—DIY or full service

3. Blueprints for Continuity:

   • Ensures smooth transitions when personnel changes
   • Flexible storage options (on-premises or off)
   • Ready for immediate handoff to next team

4. Future Offerings (Coming Soon):

   • Team plan (currently in workshop form)
   • Measure and improve plan (in development)

Why This Major Change?

Covid prompted a reevaluation of whether my work was truly helping people. I realized I was merely servicing a flawed system. Since finding the answer, I've committed to building a world worth waking up to, starting with revolutionizing reporting in the Microsoft ecosystem.

Why This Matters

Report Factory is designed to be the greatest gift you can give to your team members. With our blueprints:

• No more starting over when people leave
• Reduced pressure on key personnel
• Steady, reliable reporting that grows with your business

Progress So Far

We've achieved:

• Over 35 installations of the Conduit BI approach
• Successful implementation of workshops and artifacts
• Overwhelmingly positive reception

What's Next?

We're launching in February and March 2025. Visit ReportFactory.org to:

• Sign up for updates
• Access first offers
• Join our mission

We need your help to build this at scale—it's worth doing, and your people are worth the effort that all of us will take to build it.

Author: Joe Christensen
Aqueducts Consulting