Erik Voge

Business and digital transformation are buzzwords we hear bandied about a lot these days, but the ultimate goal is the same, unlock real business value that will help you stay ahead of competition, grow revenue, grow market share and reduce costs. From my experience, clearly defining the goals you want to achieve is paramount. Business and digital transformation 'The What' for the sake of transforming without clearly defined goals 'The Why, could be very detrimental to your business. TEKenable can help you formulate the business case for 'The Why' and executing and implementing these changes 'The How'. See below the top challenges companies, specifically in the Aviation Sector, have faced undertaking business transformation initiatives.

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Search Generative Experience (SGE) is here, and it’s reshaping how people discover businesses online. While this podcast leans into the impact on manufacturers, the insights apply to any organization trying to stay visible in an AI-powered search world. Amanda Phillips and Leisa Fox break it down in a way that’s clear, approachable and actionable. Everything from content structure to automation to long-term strategy, they discuss practical ways to keep your digital presence strong — whether you’re due for a website refresh or just starting to think about AI’s role in search. Bonus: A great shoutout to Stellar Industries as a best-in-class example of digital performance. 🎧 Worth the listen if you care about being found online.

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Workforce boards are asked to do more with less every day. The Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin shows what’s possible when the right tools are in place. With Launchpad’s Workforce Development Cloud, they’ve been able to: ✅ Streamline case management ✅ Automate compliance reporting ✅ Strengthen employer partnerships ✅ Improve job placement outcomes The impact? Staff are empowered, communities are better served, and outcomes speak for themselves. Full case study here: https://lnkd.in/gGYuGr2m #WorkforceDevelopment #EmployerEngagement #GovTech #FutureOfWork #CommunityImpact

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The evolution of technology moves quickly, and David Siebert, CEO of NCMIC wants to make sure it remains a priority for his company. Siebert sat down for a conversation with Chris Conetzkey in our latest episode of On the Move, a video series highlighting influential leadership transitions in the Des Moines business community. See the full episode at the link in bio. Watch the full episode: https://lnkd.in/gN-g7vUX

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AI in Plan Administration: Transforming the Future of Public Pension Systems Real thought provoking breakout session at this year’s NCTR Annual Conference is “Plan Administration: Artificial Intelligence and Plan Administration.” Moderated by Dearld Snider, Executive Director of Missouri PSRS/PEERS and NCTR Executive Committee Member, the panel brought together an incredible lineup of experts: Nate Haws, Associate Principal Consultant & AI Researcher, Linea Solutions Pete Marsack, Chief Operating Officer, Tegrit Viraj Singh, Director of Sales Engineering – Retirement & Health, Vitech Together, they explored how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way pension systems operate — from automating routine administrative tasks to unlocking powerful data-driven insights that improve member services and operational efficiency. What stood out most was the shared vision across panelists: AI isn’t about replacing people; it’s about empowering teams to deliver smarter, faster, and more secure service to members. It’s exciting to see how technology, collaboration, and purpose are converging to support the dedicated professionals who serve our nation’s public employees and retirees. #NCTR2025 #PublicPensions #AI #PlanAdministration #DigitalTransformation #GovTech #IDme #PensionInnovation

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Humbled to share insights alongside other Omaha/Council Bluffs business leaders in this week’s MBJ article about Planning for Success in 2026. "Flexibility in IT support is key for today’s leading companies. These include fully managed models that handle the entire IT environment to co-managed models that work with internal IT teams. Cybersecurity-only and standalone services such as penetration tests/IT security assessments identify weak credentials, firewall misconfigurations and other vulnerabilities, according to Phil Taylor, vice president of American PCS. Hardware and software refresh cycles are also an important consideration for the annual IT budget." https://lnkd.in/gq7CgV69

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Many SMBs face the same challenge: they need stronger IT direction but not a full time CIO. Our latest blog breaks down how fractional CIO services create immediate impact, improve governance, and guide smarter technology investments. See why more Indiana and Midwest businesses are making the shift. https://lnkd.in/gaCbXH4H

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I’m excited to share that BCforward has made a $1 million strategic investment in Stellar a fast-growing AI consulting firm based right here in Indianapolis. As BCforward continues to evolve, this investment reflects a deliberate move to embed advanced AI capabilities including generative AI and machine learning into our consulting and delivery model. We’re not just talking about AI, we’re building with it, integrating it, and delivering value to our clients through it. Stellar brings a bold vision and deep technical expertise. Together, we will co-develop AI-driven solutions that elevate how we serve enterprise clients across financial services, healthcare, life sciences, and beyond. This is more than an investment, it’s a partnership that strengthens BCforward’s commitment to innovation, local tech ecosystems, and future-focused growth. And it’s just one of several strategic moves we’re making as we expand our digital transformation capabilities globally. #AI #DigitalTransformation #Innovation #StrategicGrowth #BCforward #Leadership #IndianapolisTech #StellarAI #FutureOfWork

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