- Business, ERP, NetSuite, Sage
In today’s uncertain economic landscape, global trade tensions continue to evolve and escalate. For businesses in Ireland and the UK, this means more than short-term disruption. It’s a clear sign that resilience now requires more than just weathering the storm. It demands smart investment in the right systems and strategies – ones that help your business respond, adapt, and grow in the face of change.
At Noledge, we partner with businesses across Ireland and the UK to implement future-ready financial management systems that deliver the visibility, control, and agility needed to make confident decisions, even in unpredictable times. From initial consultation through to implementation and ongoing support, we provide a full ERP solution tailored to long-term performance.
In this blog, we will explore the current challenges facing businesses, the importance of proactive planning, and how modern ERP systems like Sage and NetSuite can support resilience and growth amid global uncertainty.
The impact of trade disputes on Irish businesses
Recent findings from the Dublin Chamber’s Q2 2025 Business Outlook Survey reveal that 81% of Dublin-based businesses expect to feel the impact of global trade disputes, with 29% already reporting disruptions due to U.S. tariffs, increased supply chain issues, and rising operational costs.
For businesses that rely on imports or exports, the consequences of ongoing trade tensions are real – longer delays, higher costs, and unpredictable shifts in demand. These aren’t just isolated incidents. They reflect a changing global trade landscape, where agility and real-time insight become essential.
Forward thinking wins: why proactive beats reactive
The financial crisis of 2008 offered many hard lessons. One of the clearest? Businesses without the right infrastructure in place struggled to respond, and many never fully recovered. Today’s market volatility may look different, but the underlying principle remains the same: reacting too late can come at a high cost.
Businesses that take the time to assess their systems, invest in data-led decision-making tools, and build financial resilience are better equipped to weather uncertainty and unlock new opportunities. At Noledge, we believe the right ERP system is the foundation for strategic, proactive growth.
How we help businesses move forward – with confidence
As Sage Intacct, Sage 200 and NetSuite partners, we help businesses implement modern, cloud-based financial solutions that offer the clarity, control, and adaptability needed to succeed in challenging conditions.
Here’s how our ERP solutions make a difference:
Real-time visibility
ERP solutions such as NetSuite and Sage equip finance teams with instant access to critical data. Instead of waiting on end-of-month reports, businesses can access real-time dashboards that support fast, informed decision-making, which is essential when responding to trade disruptions or cost increases.
Support for multi-entity and multi-territory operations
Trade disputes and new regulations often force businesses to pivot, expand into new regions, or restructure operations. Sage and NetSuite are designed to scale with you – supporting multiple currencies, locations, and legal entities without compromising on control or compliance.
Scenario planning and forecasting tools
In today’s climate, “what-if” planning is essential. From tariffs and inflation to supply chain instability, businesses need tools that support flexible planning. Sage Intacct’s powerful forecasting capabilities allow you to model scenarios, anticipate change, and adjust strategy – all in real time.
Replacing outdated systems
Legacy systems can slow your team down when you need to move fast. Noledge works with businesses to modernise their financial infrastructure, freeing up internal resources and enabling a sharper focus on growth, development, and decision-making.
ERP: A strategic growth enabler
ERP systems like NetSuite ERP do more than help you manage day-to-day operations. They serve as the backbone of business growth – especially when facing regulatory complexity, market shifts, or international expansion.
Agility is a competitive advantage. With a modern ERP system in place, you gain the ability to connect and automate your finance function, eliminate manual processes, and unlock the real-time insights needed to plan with confidence.
At Noledge, we don’t just implement software. We help you build a financial foundation that supports your long-term vision – no matter what challenges or opportunities arise.
Time for a System Health Check?
Now is the perfect moment to assess whether your current financial system is meeting your needs. Is it helping you respond to global pressures with confidence, or holding you back with limited insight and outdated processes?
As trusted Sage and NetSuite partners, we help businesses evaluate, upgrade, and implement solutions that support international growth, improve financial control, and enhance visibility across every level of the organisation.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Let’s talk about how financial management software can help your business navigate complexity and unlock new opportunities.
Contact our team to find out how we can support your business journey.
About the Author
Chris Hawley
Chris is the Managing Director at The Noledge Group and brings over 34 years of experience delivering ERP solutions across industries like retail, distribution, manufacturing, and construction. During his 24 years at Sage, he worked with nearly every product and notably transformed Sage 200 as its Product Manager, turning it into a leading solution for SMEs in the UK and Ireland. Chris takes pride in the continued success of Sage 200, supported by Sage Business Partners like Envisage.