Accounting, ERP and Change management with Chander Sankaran

Accounting, ERP and Change management with Chander Sankaran

Author: PM Power Consulting July 23, 2026 Duration: 45:57


My guest today is Chander Sankaran, an ERP and change management Specialist. With a professional background in finance and accounting, he has played many cross-functional roles that bridge the gap between finance and information technology. 


In this conversation, Chander talks about

  • Beginning his career in finance and accounting, then entering software through early ERP implementation work in a manufacturing plant in India.
  • His move to the U.S. in the late 1990s
  • How his accounting and operational background helped him stand out in consulting by giving him stronger context for business requirements.
  • Critical factors for smooth go-lives
  • The importance of change management for any enterprise technology work 
  • How factors such as global teams and hybrid work models require flexibility
  • The benefits of AI in improving individual productivity
  • Some concerns about AI’s environmental footprint and its potential effect on entry-level roles.
  • He also shares practical career advice including keeping a resume updated, understanding that everyone is replaceable
  • His personal practices for staying grounded


Chander S is an ERP Specialist based in Texas, and originally from Chennai, India. With a professional background in finance and accounting, he has played in cross-functional roles that bridge the gap between finance and information technology. Outside of work, Chander enjoys yoga, trekking, and volunteering in his local community.


He may be contacted at https://www.linkedin.com/in/chander-sankaran-9027503/




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