About

How Consulting Helps

Consulting provides focused, experience-driven guidance to optimize workflows, streamline business systems, and strengthen operational efficiency. Drawing on decades of ERP and process improvement expertise, Perry Vogel helps organizations turn complex challenges into clear, sustainable results.

Background

Perry Vogel grew up in southeastern North Dakota, developing a passion for technology at an early age. He earned an Associate of Science degree in Computer Information Systems, with formal training in RPG programming. Early in his academic journey, he showcased his skills with an assembly language project that earned him a spot at the International Science and Engineering Fair.

Career Highlights

Perry spent six years at Ecolab Pest Elimination as a Programmer & New Technology Developer, managing customer contract maintenance, call center systems, and technology integrations to improve operational efficiency.

He then served 15 years at Acme Tools as Enterprise Systems Analyst, overseeing all aspects of IBM i systems. During this time, he earned IBM Certified Specialist certifications and collaborated with IBM to update their certification exams.

At Iptor, Perry spent seven years as Senior Technical Consultant, advising clients across the Unites States, Canada, and Mexico on ERP implementations and system optimization.

He later worked three years at Protelo, Inc. as Senior Technology Consultant, helping clients optimize ERP systems and achieve operational excellence.

Perry founded Vogel Consulting LLC to deliver independent, experience-driven guidance for organizations navigating complex operational challenges, emphasizing measurable outcomes, adaptable solutions, and practical strategies that bridge legacy systems with modern enterprise needs.

Personal Life

Perry lives in Grand Forks, North Dakota, with his wife. Their adult son is pursuing a career in computer science and has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. Outside of professional and volunteer commitments, Perry enjoys SCUBA diving, RVing, hiking, and cross-country skiing.

Proven Impact Across Industries

With over 25 years of ERP and technology consulting experience, Perry helps organizations modernize systems, streamline operations, and achieve measurable improvements in efficiency, accuracy, and performance.

Manufacturing

Streamlined production workflows and optimized inventory management across multi-location operations.

Retail

Modernized ERP and eCommerce systems, enhancing customer experience and operational execution.

Technology

Delivered enterprise consulting, system integration, and technology modernization for global clients.

Pharmaceutical

Supported regulatory compliance and operational efficiency in system modernization projects.

Distribution

Improved order fulfillment, inventory visibility, and supply chain performance for multi-site enterprises.