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The holiday celebrations continue at Kantata! This week, our Salt Lake City team brought the festive spirit to the office with a holiday party filled with laughter, delicious treats, and plenty of cheer. Meanwhile, our incredible remote team members found creative ways to celebrate together from afar—think virtual holiday games, secret gift exchanges, and cozy video calls that kept the Kantata spirit shining bright. We’re so grateful for every member of our team, whether you’re in the office or working remotely. Your contributions make Kantata a dynamic and thriving workplace, and we couldn’t be more excited for the journey ahead in 2025. Let’s keep the holiday cheer going and finish the year strong! #KantataLife #HolidayCelebrations

We're thrilled to see our very own Diana Acuna, Senior Director of Customer Success at Kantata, featured on the latest episode of Smashing the Plateau! 🌟 With over 20 years of experience in SaaS sales, customer success, Six Sigma, and service delivery, Diana is a powerhouse of expertise. Beyond her impressive professional background, Diana is deeply passionate about leveraging emotional intelligence to drive meaningful outcomes in the workplace. In this episode, Diana shares insights on navigating career transitions and embracing new opportunities through emotional intelligence and mindset shifts. ✨ Key takeaways from the episode: - Balancing passions and professional commitments - Overcoming the fear of pausing a project - The power of mindset in creating opportunities - Tools and frameworks for decision-making - The impact of remote work on casual connections Tune in to hear Diana's incredible journey and insights that are sure to inspire both personal and professional growth! https://okt.to/Rgl9oI

🚀 Talan Drives Growth and Efficiency with Kantata 🌍 As a global consulting and technology leader, Talan faced increasing complexity in managing financial transactions, multiple entities, and evolving project needs. With plans to scale to €1 billion turnover by 2025, they needed a modern solution to match their ambition. ✨ The results with Kantata: ✅ Enhanced project management efficiency ✅ Improved financial visibility ✅ Streamlined intercompany billing ✅ Increased project manager autonomy Key Wins: ⏩ 70% faster KPI retrieval ⏩ 40% faster monthly close process 🗣️ “Using Kantata, we’ve doubled in size and countries while reducing our closing time and improving confidence in our figures.” — Amaury de Brisoult, Director of Delivery, Talan By partnering with Kantata, Talan unlocked a unified, scalable platform that’s driving efficiency, growth, and confidence globally. 🌟👉 Learn more about their success: https://okt.to/DRTPah

🚀 Gen Z is transforming the workplace — how are you adapting? 🌟 In this episode of The Professional Services Pursuit, Armita Behboodi, Gurgèn Arthur Tadevosyan, and Nikhil Patel wrap up the thought-provoking series on Gen Z in the workplace! 🎧 Tune in to explore: ✔️ Navigating career paths in a rapidly changing world ✔️ How company culture shapes Gen Z's career choices ✔️ Leadership strategies for a modern workforce ✔️ Embracing risk and growth through a Gen Z perspective ✔️ Building professional networks with mentorship and social media Don’t miss this engaging conversation on the workplace of tomorrow! https://okt.to/owNLEf

The replay of our webinar about Leveraging the Right Data and Insights for AI Success in 2025 is now live! AI is transforming professional services, driving efficiency, automation, and smarter decision-making. But how do you overcome the uncertainties to unlock its full potential? In this insightful webinar, John Ragsdale (TSIA) and Sarah Edwards Chief Product Officer at Kantata dive into: ✨ Key 2024 tech trends shaping AI innovation. 📊 How the right data and insights ensure AI success. 💡 Practical strategies to elevate performance and decision-making. 🎥 Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights for the year ahead! Watch the replay here: https://okt.to/s4ZBo6

🎉 Holiday cheer is in full swing at Kantata! This week, our Costa Rica, Irvine, London, and Boston teams celebrated the season with festive holiday parties in their respective locations, wrapping up an incredible year in style. We’re so proud to have such a talented, diverse, and supportive group of individuals on our team. Your dedication and collaboration make Kantata an exceptional place to work. Here’s to an amazing 2025—we can’t wait to see what we’ll achieve together! #KantataLife #HolidayCelebrations

Dive into the latest episode of The Professional Services Pursuit! 🎧 This week, we're bringing you insights from a special webinar hosted by the 4A’s, featuring: 🔹 Brent Trimble, VP of Value Engineering, Kantata 🔹 Adam Cotumaccio, COO at 4A’s 🔹 Patricia Rothenburg, Global COO & General Counsel at 72andSunny. Together, they unpack the transformative role of AI in creative agencies, touching on: ✨ Why the traditional "heroic delivery" model is no longer sustainable. 💡 How AI is reshaping pricing strategies and streamlining operations. 🔒 Legal and security considerations for AI integration. 🎨 The evolving role of creativity in an AI-powered world—and why human talent still reigns supreme. Tune in now to explore how agencies are adapting to these shifts! https://okt.to/5HQf4Y

Are you keeping up with the changing demands of your clients? According to Kantata's State of the Professional Services Industry Report, improving client satisfaction is a major challenge for PS firms, with increasing expectations for quality, speed, and transparency in service delivery. 🌟 John Ragsdale highlights a crucial shift: Companies must move away from the old launch-and-leave mentality and focus on delivering real value in a subscription economy. It's not just about closing a deal; it's about ensuring ongoing customer success. 🔍 Transparency is key. Customers want clear and accurate information every step of the way, without any surprises. To meet these expectations, companies need to rethink their service processes, placing the customer at the heart of everything. Are you ready to redefine your approach and truly meet your customers' needs? Read the full report to learn more: https://okt.to/N497Bn

Breaking Free from Data Silos: Unlock the Full Potential of Your PSA Operations Data silos are a common challenge for Professional Services Automation (PSA) businesses, but their hidden costs are staggering—Gartner reports $12.9 million annually due to poor data quality. For PSA companies, these silos limit real-time insights, hinder resource management, and disrupt operational efficiency. Ready to transform your PSA operations? Here’s how: 💡 Integrate PSA Systems: Choose tools designed to centralize project management, resource planning, and financial tracking into one seamless solution. 📊 Adopt Smarter Data Governance: Streamline how your PSA business collects, stores, and shares data to foster collaboration. 🏗️ Create a Unified Data Repository: Build a central hub for all operational and project data to ensure visibility across teams and departments. 🚀 Leverage PSA Technology: Implement modern solutions that provide advanced forecasting, capacity planning, and real-time insights to support better decision-making. 📖 Discover more in our blog about identifying and addressing data silos to optimize your PSA processes and set your business up for long-term success. https://okt.to/U6nzB0

AI is transforming professional services, and tomorrow you can discover how! 📅 Date: Tomorrow, December 10th ⏰ Time: 10 AM PST | 1 PM EST | 6 PM GMT Join us for a webinar to learn how AI is unlocking efficiency, enhancing client relationships, and fueling sustainable growth in the professional services industry. 🌟 Highlights include: - Key findings from SPI's Impact of AI on Professional Services Report - Practical examples of AI driving real business results - The importance of purpose-built AI for long-term success 🎙️ Speakers: Dave Hofferberth – Managing Director, Service Performance Insight Charles Gustine– Brand Evangelist, Kantata Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead with AI! https://okt.to/kIiOs3