S1E3 | A Journey from Implementation to Empowerment

Hosts Greg Beaton and Ashwin Manthena chat with Adrian Griffin, Financial Systems Manager at Subaru of America, about the company's transition to OneStream. This goes beyond typical software implementation—it's about changing how teams work and think about their processes.

What You'll Discover

Adrian walks through Subaru's journey from traditional financial methods to a more integrated, user-friendly system. He shares practical insights about getting teams on board with change and building systems that actually make sense to the people using them.

Key topics covered:

• Getting buy-in from finance teams who were comfortable with existing processes
• Making financial systems more transparent and easier to audit
• How AI is starting to simplify complex financial tasks
• Lessons learned about user engagement and change management

Why This Conversation Matters

Whether you're in finance, IT, or leadership, Adrian's experience offers a realistic look at what digital transformation actually looks like on the ground. It's not just about the technology—it's about the people and processes that make it work.

Perfect for anyone curious about modernizing financial operations or leading successful tech implementations.