Bryan Schmidt on Building Systems That Win
Bryan Schmidt on Building Systems That Win  
Podcast: KPI Fireside: A Continuous Improvement Podcast
Published On: Mon Jan 12 2026
Description: In this episode of KPI Fireside, host Keith Norris sits down with Bryan Schmidt, a CPA, author, and finance transformation leader who spent more than two decades turning manual, paper-heavy finance processes into streamlined, automated systems.🔻 Why ERP systems are the foundation of any successful finance transformation🔻 The simple ROI math executives expect and how to frame improvement ideas for approval🔻 Why quick wins matter more than big projects early on🔻 How automation can improve morale, not just efficiency🔻 Why honesty and trust are essential when leading change🔻 Practical advice for CI leaders on prioritization, governance, and learning from every project🔗 Connect with Bryan Schmidt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-schmidt99/🔗 Learn more about Bryan's book: https://www.financeautomationblueprint.com/my-book🔗 Learn more about KPI Fire: https://www.kpifire.com/ 🎙 Hosted by Keith Norris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithnorris/ 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and everywhere you get your podcasts.