Infor Lawson Related News and Events

These days, business processes get more and more complicated in both the hardware and software level. Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor – TechTarget, shares an article about the benefits that managed service providers (MSPs) are capitalizing on due to the increasing demand for security services among their customers. There has been a marked rise in interest in cybersecurity solutions, driven by growing threats and regulatory pressures. Customers are now seeking comprehensive security offerings, and MSPs are strategically positioning themselves to meet these needs. The shift towards hybrid work environments has also heightened awareness of security vulnerabilities, prompting organizations to reinforce their defenses. Quickes notes that MSPs are responding to this demand by expanding their security portfolios and enhancing their capabilities. This includes investing in advanced tools and technologies to better protect client data and systems. Many MSPs are forming partnerships with cybersecurity vendors to offer robust solutions. Education and awareness campaigns are becoming common as MSPs aim to guide clients through the complexities of cybersecurity. Customer trust is crucial and MSPs are striving to build long-lasting relationships by delivering reliable security services. Additionally, the integration of security into the overall managed service approach is becoming standard practice. The growth in cybersecurity demand is also reflected in the financial performance of many MSPs. However, the increasing complexity of security challenges requires MSPs to continually innovate and adapt. This often translates to scalability and flexibility in their service offerings. As security becomes a key differentiator in the market, MSPs that can effectively address these demands are likely to thrive. The article concludes by stressing the importance of certifications and ongoing training for MSP staff to stay updated on the latest threats and solutions. Overall, the current landscape presents significant opportunities for MSPs to enhance their services and grow their business in the security domain.

11/18/2024

Upcoming Events December 2024

Events

We are finishing off 2024 with a handful of in-person and virtual events for the Infor community!

Streamlining IRS 1099 Form Processing with Financials and Supply Chain Management

Hosted by: Infor

When: Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024 from 10:00 to 11:30 (US/Central)

This presentation will provide a comprehensive overview of how to efficiently process IRS 1099 forms within Financials and Supply Chain Management systems. Attendees will learn best practices for automating data collection, ensuring compliance with IRS regulations, and seamlessly integrating 1099 reporting across financial and supply chain processes. We’ll also cover strategies for reducing manual entry, improving data accuracy, and utilizing built-in system features to streamline year-end reporting. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with practical insights to optimize 1099 processing workflows, mitigate compliance risks, and support overall organizational efficiency.

Speakers: Denis Schmidt (Product Support Analyst, Principal), Arvin Pineda (Software Engineer, Principal), Joe Simpson (VP, Product Management), Mary Peterson (Product Support Analyst, Senior), Demonte Miller (Product Manager, Senior), Carl Anthony Genio (Dev Business Analyst, Senior)

Infor Lawson v10 Payroll and ACA Year End Processing Updates for 2024

Hosted by: Infor

When: Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024 from 2:00 to 3:00 (US/Central)

In this session, we’ll cover a summary of 2024 year end changes for US and Canadian Payroll and ACA processing. This session will review the Year End downloads, the KB Articles & Documentation available, and overview the preparation, setup, items to consider, any new changes, and common errors encountered as part of Infor Lawson v10 Payroll year end processing.

Speakers: Kevin Walton (Product Support Analyst, Senior), Nan Zetzman (Sr. Manager, Support Operations), Dan Bruetting (Manager, Product Management), Chie Villanueva (Manager, Support Operations), Cynthia Koolmo (Product Support Analyst, Senior), Garry Matilla (Product Support Analyst, Senior)

HR Payroll (MT) – 2024 Year End Processing

Hosted by: Infor

When: Wednesday, December 4th, 2024 from 1:00 to 2:00 (US/Central)

Topics included: Preparation for Year End, Parameter Setup, Balancing and Processing, Items to Consider, and 2024 Updates for multi-tenant Payroll in HR Talent.

Speakers: Nan Zetzman (Sr. Manager, Support Operations), Dan Bruetting (Manager, Product Management), Heather Lewis (Project Director), Laura Harkins (Director, Product Management), Madelaine Matilla (Manager, Support Operations), Kim Gottesleben (Sr. Manager, Software Development), Suzie Franklin (Team Lead, Software Development), Jana Rogers-Eskridge (Director, Consulting Practice), Jerome Meily (Manager, Support Operations), Xenia Osorio (Software Engineer, Senior)

Learn about the ACA Year End processes and 2024 changes for MT customers

Hosted by: Infor

When: Thursday, December 5th, 2024 from 10:00 to 11:00 (US/Central)

In this session, our team will go through Delivery of the ACA Programs, ACA Changes and Considerations for 2024, and Documentation for ACA Processing for our multi-tenant cloud HR Talent products.

Speakers: Nan Zetzman (Sr. Manager, Support Operations), Dan Bruetting (Manager, Product Management), Suzie Franklin (Team Lead, Software Development), Heather Lewis (Project Director), Laura Harkins (Director, Product Management), Madelaine Matilla (Manager, Support Operations)

FSM Role-Based Workspaces Adoption Nurture Program

Hosted by: Infor

When: Thursday, December 5th, 2024 from 11:00 to 12:00 (US/Central)

Discover the Power of Infor FSM OS Workspaces: Demo & Live Q&A

Unlock the potential of OS Role-Based Workspaces with insights from our product experts! In this session, you’ll learn how these workspaces can drive value for you and your team and get practical guidance on activation and implementation. Already using Role-Based Workspaces? Fantastic! Bring your questions for our live Q&A with the product team. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join Infor & your peers in the “Learning Lounge” – Two unique sessions to enhance your use of Workspaces.

Infor Lawson v10 Accounts Payable & 1099 Year End Processing for 2024

Hosted by: Infor

When: Thursday, December 5th, 2024 from 2:00 to 3:00 (US/Central)

Learn about the Infor Lawson v10 Accounts Payable year-end 1099 updates for 2024. We will review updates to forms 1099 MISC, NEC and DIV, Basic 1099 processing and setups, and Basic troubleshooting tips.

Speakers: Demonte Miller (Product Manager, Senior), Joe Simpson (VP, Product Management), Marvin Ydel (Manager, Support Operations), Paul Joseph Morales (Product Support Analyst, Senior), Ralph Czzar Ofdi (Product Support Analyst, Senior)

MRLUG Winter Meeting

Hosted by: Infor Metropolitan Region Lawson User Group (MRLUG)

When: Friday, December 13th, 2024 from 8:00AM to 5:00PM (US/Eastern)

Let’s enjoy the holiday season with a user group event at Rockefeller Center.

Please Note: Registration will close as of December 5th, 2024

We’ve got a fantastic lineup of sessions, including a track on v10. There will be several in person Infor resources in attendance. Included will be a session from several of our MRLUG board members on their transition to the cloud. Take a moment to view the details of the event.

Join us for a happy hour at the conclusion of the event at the Deloitte office and then enjoy the holiday festivities around Rockefeller Plaza.

You won’t want to miss this event!

MRLUG has reserved a block of rooms at the Inter-Continental New York Times Square Hotel https://book.passkey.com/e/50904883

Register by November 25th for your chance to win 1 of 5 $50 gift cards, plus various other prizes during the MRLUG holiday event. The following vendors are expected to attend and meet with our members. Dashboard Gear, RPI, HyBridge, MHC and Intellias.

Download the mobile app to allow you to view your personal session agenda, scan attendee personal QR codes to build your personal network, chat with others, take pictures to allow you to upload them to the registration site.

For any questions please contact: Loring.Kaveney@WorkOutLoud.com.

To enhance your experience, we highly recommend the following items:

Watch the Quick Video: Check out this one-minute video on how to build your personal session agenda, which will be visible in your mobile WorkOutLoud app.
Review the Agenda: Familiarize yourself with the event schedule and key sessions. Identify workshops and speakers that align with your interests and goals: Event Agenda.
Download your WorkOutLoud mobile app to assist with your personal session agenda, chat with peers, build your personal network with unique QR code scanning capabilities.

By following these steps, you’ll be well-prepared for an enriching experience at MRLUG. We can’t wait to see you there!

Assistance with registration? Contact Loring Kaveney, email: Loring.Kaveney@workoutloud.com
Vendor/session questions? Contact John Papas, email: jpapas@uft.org
Payment/Invoicing? Contact Maryellen O’Conner, email: maryellen.o’connor@archny.org
General questions? Contact Heath Davis, davis-heath@cooperhealth.edu, Karen Sickler email: karen.sickler@oracle.com

FSM Role-Based Workspaces Adoption Nurture Program

Hosted by: Infor

When: Thursday, December 19th, 2024 from 12:00 to 1:00 (US/Central)

Discover the Power of Infor FSM OS Workspaces: Demo & Live Q&A

Unlock the potential of OS Role-Based Workspaces with insights from our product experts! In this session, you’ll learn how these workspaces can drive value for you and your team and get practical guidance on activation and implementation. Already using Role-Based Workspaces? Fantastic! Bring your questions for our live Q&A with the product team. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join Infor & your peers in the “Learning Lounge” – Two unique sessions to enhance your use of Workspaces.

11/18/2024

Weekly Patch Notification: November 16, 2024

Articles, Frontpage Article, Patches

How to search for a Lawson users identity info in Jxplorer

Articles, Frontpage Article, News

Searching JXplorer can be cumbersome when you have thousands of Lawson users and possible issues with “rogue” or “orphaned” identities being stored when trying to update identity information.

Below we are going to show how you can easily search for this information vs manually scanning thousands of users.

First Select the part of the LDAP tree to search from:

CTRL + F

Notice the “Starting Searching From” field, this search will search all trees below this.

Now go into your Text Filter tab and type in parenthesis the field and value you want, click search

It will automatically switch to the Results field and show your results:

You can then do another search within these results or go back to Explorer tab and CTRL+F again and it will bring your previous search up.

You can also get creative and search multiple fields and values with an “OR” search:

(|(cn=*jon.doe*)(mail=*jon.doe*)(uid=*jon.doe*)(lwsnssoListOfIDs=*jon.doe*))

This is an AND search:

(&(cn=*jon.doe*)(mail=*jon.doe*)(uid=*jon.doe*)(lwsnssoListOfIDs=*jon.doe*))

The | means OR, & means AND. So each field cn, mail, uid etc. have to all bring back a result for it to work. It’s best to use an OR search on average.

Remember, you can also save your searches:

As mentioned above, this is especially useful when finding users in JXplorer to remove any duplicate or “orphaned” RMIDs and Identities not showing up in Lawson Security.

Good luck!

11/15/2024

Maximizing cybersecurity ROI: Best practices for CISOs today

The increasing importance of security measures in the digital age highlight the financial implications of cyber threats. Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are encouraged to view cybersecurity as a strategic investment rather than a cost center. Tech and business expert Karthik Swarnam, shares an article on MSN and TechRadar on how to maximize cybersecurity return on investment (ROI). The article discusses suggests assessing risk management frameworks to identify critical areas for investment. Establishing clear metrics for evaluating cybersecurity performance is essential. The article recommends leveraging data analytics to measure the effectiveness of security initiatives. Collaboration across departments is crucial for creating a unified approach to security. Engaging with stakeholders can ensure alignment with business objectives and demonstrate the value of cybersecurity investments. The article promotes the idea of continuous education and training for staff to enhance overall security posture. It suggests prioritizing initiatives based on potential ROI and aligning investments with business risks. Furthermore, benchmarking against industry standards can provide insights into effective practices. The use of automated tools is recommended to streamline processes and improve efficiency. Additionally, building a robust incident response plan can minimize losses when breaches occur. The article underscores the need for CISOs to communicate successes to executive leadership, showcasing the value added through security programs. Establishing a strong partnership with IT and incorporating security into the software development lifecycle are also key recommendations. Lastly, adopting a proactive rather than reactive approach can lead to better cybersecurity outcomes and maximize investment efficiency. By focusing on these best practices, CISOs can significantly enhance their organization’s cybersecurity ROI.

11/14/2024

The Critical Role of MSPs in Strengthening Data Governance

Kris Blackmon, partner marketing director at AvePoint, shares an article on ChannelFutures.com highlighting the critical role of managed service providers (MSPs) and how they help strengthen your organization’s data governance. The article discusses the importance of data governance for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) as data management becomes increasingly critical in today’s digital landscape. It emphasizes three key services that MSPs should provide to enhance their data governance offerings. Firstly, the article introduces data classification, which involves identifying and categorizing data based on its sensitivity and importance. This helps organizations understand their data landscape and manage risks effectively. Secondly, it highlights data lifecycle management, which ensures data is appropriately handled throughout its life—from creation to disposal. Proper lifecycle management helps maintain compliance and reduces the risk of data breaches. Thirdly, the article addresses data protection, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard sensitive information. MSPs must offer solutions that include encryption, backup, and disaster recovery systems. Additionally, the article underscores the role of compliance in data governance. MSPs must keep abreast of the regulatory landscape and help clients navigate complex compliance requirements. By providing these services, MSPs can enhance their value proposition and build stronger client relationships. Furthermore, the article suggests that a proactive approach to data governance can help organizations avoid costly penalties associated with non-compliance. The need for transparency and accountability in data handling is also discussed. Effective data governance frameworks contribute to organizational trust and can enhance reputation. The article concludes by urging MSPs to invest in these key data governance services to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market. Overall, the focus is on how empowering MSPs with the right tools and strategies can lead to better data governance and improved business outcomes for their clients.

11/13/2024

Manual Compile of a Lawson Program

Articles, Frontpage Article, News

To do a full manual recompile of a Lawson Program, follow these simple steps:

Open a LID session
Navigate to <LAWDIR>/<prodline>/map/default
Run the command scrgen <prodline> <system code> <program code>
1. for example: scrgen prod PO PO54
Run the command xscrgen <productline> <program code>
1. For example: xscrgen prod PO PO54
Run the command lstinvk -q <prodline> <program code>
1. For example: lstinvk -q prod PO54
Run the command qcompile <prodline> <system code> <program code>
1. For example: qcompile prod PO PO54
Use the command qstatus to check the status of the compile

Once the compile is complete, check your program again. That’s all there is to it!

11/12/2024

How To Maintain Consumer Trust In The AI Era

In the prime time of artificial intelligence (AI), consumer trust is more valuable than ever. Greg Brunk Forbes Council Member and Co-founder of MetaRouter, shares an article that highlights how crucial consumer trust is for businesses, particularly as AI technologies become more integrated into everyday life. Transparency is emphasized as a key component in building and retaining consumer confidence. Companies are encouraged to clearly communicate how AI systems work and how consumer data is utilized. Ethical AI practices are also addressed, with the call for fairness and accountability in AI algorithms to prevent discrimination and bias. Brunk suggests that brands should actively engage in discussions about AI-related concerns with their customers. Regular audits of AI systems can help ensure compliance with ethical standards and boost consumer trust. Organizations are advised to prioritize data privacy and security measures to safeguard consumer information. By adopting a consumer-centric approach, businesses can create more reliable AI solutions. Collaboration with stakeholders, including regulators and consumer groups, is recommended to establish trusted AI guidelines. The role of user feedback in improving AI systems is acknowledged as essential for maintaining trust. Companies are advised to be honest about the limitations of AI technology, avoiding overpromising results. The article concludes that by prioritizing transparency, ethics, and engagement, businesses can foster a trustful relationship with consumers in the AI era. Emphasizing the need for a robust ethical framework, the piece argues that these practices can lead to sustained growth and customer loyalty. Ultimately, building consumer trust in AI is both a challenge and an opportunity for businesses looking to innovate responsibly.