Joe Friedman
Senior Director of AI Innovation at Oracle NetSuite with ~15 years at NetSuite, focused on embedding practical AI across finance and operations to drive measurable productivity gains.
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Nov 5, 2025 • 44min
How NetSuite uses AI and how the NetSuite Connector is a Game Changer for accountants with Joe and Ranga
Joe Friedman, Senior Director of AI Innovation at Oracle NetSuite, and Ranga Bodla, VP of Field Engagement and Marketing, dive into AI’s transformative impact on ERP systems. They discuss NetSuite's robust position amidst competitors and detail the MCP connector that integrates AI agents like ChatGPT. The duo highlights practical uses of AI in finance, including anomaly detection and automated reconciliations. They stress the importance of clean ERP data for optimal AI outcomes and share steps for businesses to initiate AI projects without significant risks.
Nov 12, 2025 • 22min
The NetSuite AI & MCP Connector Help Finance Teams Turn ERP into a System of Action with Ranga & Joe
Joe Friedman, Senior Director of AI Innovation at Oracle NetSuite, and Ranga Bodla, Vice President of Field Engagement and Marketing, discuss the evolving role of AI in finance. They highlight how clean ERP data enhances AI outcomes and introduces the MCP connector, which allows for secure integration with external LLMs like ChatGPT. The duo explains the benefits of an AI-native interface and open platforms, showcasing practical use cases that revolutionize financial reporting and decision-making. Their insights reveal how AI is transforming finance operations into a system of action.
