In this episode of Future Finance, hosts Paul Barnhurst and Glenn Hopper talk with Santiago Nestares, co-founder and CEO of DualEntry, about the reinvention of ERP systems through AI-native design. After scaling a global e-commerce business to over $100 million in revenue, Santiago experienced the frustrations of legacy finance systems firsthand. That pain sparked the vision for DualEntry: an ERP platform built from the ground up for the AI era.

Santiago Nestares is the CEO and co-founder of DualEntry, an AI-native ERP platform. Before DualEntry, he co-founded Benitago, a leading Amazon brand aggregator. His experience running a multi-entity, high-growth business exposed the inefficiencies in traditional finance systems, inspiring him to build a next-gen ERP solution from scratch.

In this episode, you will discover:

• Why legacy ERP systems are fundamentally broken, and how AI changes the game
• How DualEntry enables 24-hour ERP data migration
• The role of AI in journal entries, reporting, and reconciliation
• How auditors are embracing automation and AI for compliance and accuracy
• Why ERP systems must evolve beyond just being "AI-enabled" to truly AI-native

Santiago Nestares joins Paul and Glenn to reveal how DualEntry is transforming ERP for the AI era. From eliminating painful migrations to building systems finance teams actually enjoy using, Santiago makes it clear: the future of ERP is AI-native, fast, and built with users in mind. ERP doesn’t have to be a burden. With the right tools, it can become a strategic advantage.

Join hosts Glenn and Paul as they unravel the complexities of AI in finance:

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Future Finance is sponsored by QFlow.ai, the strategic finance platform solving the toughest part of planning and analysis: B2B revenue. Align sales, marketing, and finance, speed up decision-making, and lock in accountability with QFlow.ai.

Stay tuned for a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping the future of finance and what it means for businesses and individuals alike.

In Today’s Episode:

[01:36] - Lessons from Scaling to $100M & ERP Frustrations

[03:37] - Why ERP Migrations Are So Broken

[07:47] - How DualEntry Raised a $90M Series A

[10:51] - AI-Native vs. AI-Enabled ERP Systems

[18:23] - Challenges and Realities of 24-Hour ERP Migration

[23:26] - Why Building a Mid-Market ERP Is a Bold Move

[28:18] - Using AI in Audits & Real-Time Reporting

[31:45] - Rapid-Fire AI Questions

[35:52] - Final Reflections & Wrap-Up

In this episode of Future Finance, Glenn Hopper and Paul Barnhurst sit down with Joe Friedman and Ranga Bodla from Oracle NetSuite to explore how AI is transforming enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Amidst rising competition and a rapidly changing tech landscape, NetSuite is doubling down on intelligent automation, open platforms, and embedded AI to redefine how finance teams operate.

Joe Friedman is the Senior Director of AI Innovation at Oracle NetSuite, driving efforts to integrate practical AI across finance and operations. With over 15 years at NetSuite, Joe focuses on converting AI into measurable productivity gains. Ranga Bodla is the Vice President of Field Engagement and Marketing at Oracle NetSuite, with more than 20 years in enterprise software. He leads industry strategy across verticals, helping businesses convert innovation into performance

Expect to Learn:

• Why AI is reinvigorating interest in ERP platforms like NetSuite.
• How NetSuite’s AI strategy balances “AI every day” and “AI your way.”
• What the MCP connector does and why it’s a game-changer for data analysis.
• How NetSuite’s clean data models fuel better AI outcomes and user productivity.
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Joe Friedman and Ranga Bodla offer a compelling look at how NetSuite is embedding AI into the core of ERP to drive smarter, faster decision-making. Their insights show that clean data, open platforms, and practical AI tools are key to transforming finance operations today.

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Future Finance is sponsored by QFlow.ai, the strategic finance platform solving the toughest part of planning and analysis: B2B revenue. Align sales, marketing, and finance, speed up decision-making, and lock in accountability with QFlow.ai.

Stay tuned for a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping the future of finance and what it means for businesses and individuals alike.

In Today’s Episode:

[02:00] – Where NetSuite Stands in Today’s ERP Landscape

[05:17] – Why ERP and AI Go Hand-in-Hand

[07:29] – AI Every Day, AI Your Way: What NetSuite’s MCP Connector Unlocks

[10:29] – Practical AI Integration Inside NetSuite

[13:30] – Real-World Use Cases for AI in Finance

[16:22] – AI Agents, Automation, and What’s Coming Next

[18:05] – SaaS as the Real Driver of AI Adoption

[19:48] – Why Clean Data Fuels Better AI Outcomes

[21:12] – Closing Thoughts

In this episode of Future Finance, hosts Paul Barnhurst and Glenn Hopper sit down with NetSuite’s Joe Friedman and Ranga Bodla to explore how AI is transforming enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. With decades of combined experience in enterprise software, Joe and Ranga discuss how NetSuite is innovating ERP through AI-native capabilities, open platforms, and real-time automation. The conversation spans AI agent adoption, data clarity, and how finance teams can start harnessing AI today without major overhauls.

Joe Friedman is the Senior Director of AI Innovation at Oracle NetSuite, driving efforts to integrate practical AI across finance and operations. With over 15 years at NetSuite, Joe focuses on converting AI into measurable productivity gains. Ranga Bodla is the Vice President of Field Engagement and Marketing at Oracle NetSuite, with more than 20 years in enterprise software. He leads industry strategy across verticals, helping businesses convert innovation into performance.

In this episode, you will discover:

• Why NetSuite believes ERP is the core of AI transformation in finance
• How the new MCP connector integrates AI agents like Claude and ChatGPT
• Practical AI use cases: from variance analysis to journal entry creation
• Why clean ERP data is essential for effective AI outcomes
• How companies can start AI initiatives without high risk or cost

Joe Friedman and Ranga Bodla offer a compelling look at how NetSuite is leading the charge in making AI practical and accessible within ERP systems. Their insights show that businesses don’t need massive overhauls to start seeing value from AI, just clean data and the right tools. As ERP evolves, NetSuite’s hybrid approach positions it to stay ahead. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the intersection of finance, tech, and AI.

Join hosts Glenn and Paul as they unravel the complexities of AI in finance:

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Future Finance is sponsored by QFlow.ai, the strategic finance platform solving the toughest part of planning and analysis: B2B revenue. Align sales, marketing, and finance, speed up decision-making, and lock in accountability with QFlow.ai.

Stay tuned for a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping the future of finance and what it means for businesses and individuals alike.

In Today’s Episode:

[04:15] - Competing with New ERP Platforms

[09:42] - What is MCP & AI Everyday?

[13:47] - AI Use in...