Anchor Group Podcast

Caleb and Michael explore the world of NetSuite integrations, covering direct API connections, middleware solutions, SuiteApps, and bundles. They discuss when each approach makes sense, the skills required, how to manage data flow, and ways to customize integrations for your business.

In this episode of the Anchor Group Podcast, Caleb Schmitz, Chief Revenue Officer at Anchor Group, shares his journey from a small-town Wisconsin engineer who couldn't schedule Outlook meetings to building a 50-person NetSuite consulting firm. This origin story covers resilience, work ethic, and the realities of consulting careers.

In this episode, Caleb interviews Ray Roberts from ShipHawk to explore the evolving logistics landscape. They discuss how tariffs are reshaping supply chains, the role of robotics in modern warehouses, and how companies can boost profits through automation, smart carrier selection, and freight audits. If you're looking to streamline operations and uncover hidden revenue in your shipping and warehouse workflows, this conversation delivers clear insights and practical solutions.

Explore NetSuite for wholesale distribution—order-to-cash, inventory, procurement, and accounting. Learn key workflows and automation tips in this episode.

In this episode, Michael Mueller sits down with Robert Rand from iPass.com to announce an exciting new partnership: the BigCommerce NetSuite Accelerator Program. If you've been hesitant to modernize your e-commerce platform due to uncertainty around integrations, timelines, or costs—this program is designed to remove that analysis paralysis. We dive into how middleware platforms work, why they're critical for scaling businesses, and how Anchor Group and iPass.com are making BigCommerce + NetSuite migrations more transparent and predictable than ever.

In this episode of the Anchor Group Podcast, Caleb sits down with Evan Sturman, CEO of Medical Innovations, to explore how a small but mighty 11-person team uses NetSuite, SuiteCommerce, and custom AI tools to operate like a much larger enterprise.

In this episode of the Anchor Group Podcast, Michael sits down with Jamie Royce, CEO and founder of MindCloud, to dive deep into automation, AI-native integrations, and how businesses can finally eliminate the headache of connecting systems like NetSuite, Shopify, and BigCommerce. From humble beginnings automating mailing lists to building a cutting-edge iPaaS platform, Jamie shares the story behind MindCloud, how they leverage AI to streamline integrations, and why simplicity and human touch are at the heart of their mission. 🎧 Whether you're a NetSuite admin, an eCommerce operator, or a tech leader tired of “black box” integrations, this one’s for you.

In this episode, Caleb and Michael break down how manufacturers can successfully implement NetSuite—from managing sales orders and fulfillment to choosing the right e-commerce platform. A must-listen for anyone exploring ERP solutions in the manufacturing space.

Join us for a fascinating conversation with Jacob Terneus, CEO of Anchor Group, as he shares his unconventional journey from Eagle Scout and classics scholar to leading a thriving NetSuite consulting firm. Discover the leadership lessons learned through Boy Scouts, graduate school teaching, and building a consulting team from the ground up. In this episode, Jacob reveals key insights about effective communication in leadership, the importance of bringing the right stakeholders to NetSuite implementations, and practical tips for optimizing your NetSuite environment—including a free tool that can identify performance bottlenecks.

In this episode, Anchor Group’s Peter Gagliardi breaks down SuiteCommerce MyAccount—NetSuite’s built-in B2B customer portal. We explore what it is, how it compares to the full SuiteCommerce platform, and when it makes sense to implement MyAccount as a standalone solution. Peter also shares common customizations, real-world use cases, and how MyAccount can reduce sales team workload by empowering customers to manage orders, invoices, and communication independently.

In this episode, Michael from Anchor Group breaks down how to choose the right modern e-commerce platform to pair with your NetSuite ERP. Whether you're in B2C, D2C, or B2B, this guide covers the pros and cons of Shopify and BigCommerce, what each platform does best, and how to choose the right integration strategy for your business complexity.