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John McCurdy

John McCurdy

Senior Content Writer, Marketing

John McCurdy brings more than a decade of experience in content creation, publishing and editorial management across industries and media formats. From reporting and copywriting to editing and communications strategy, he’s developed a versatile skill set that spans newspapers, magazines, websites, radio, internal communications and social channels.

At Aptean, John has developed expertise in the food and beverage, discrete manufacturing, apparel and logistics fields. He uses it to craft content that helps businesses navigate complex challenges with industry-specific enterprise solutions. His writing highlights how technologies like ERP, PLM, OEE, EAM and TMS can drive efficiency, compliance and growth in highly competitive and tightly regulated markets.

John’s passion lies in translating technical concepts into clear, engaging content that empowers professionals to make informed decisions. With a sharp editorial eye and a deep understanding of the publishing landscape, he delivers insights that connect innovation with real-world impact.

Written by John

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The Costs of Doing Nothing: How Automated Route Planning Keeps Costs Down and Profitability High

Manual route planning processes are costing your business big. See how automated route planning software saves time, cuts expenses and scales your business.

Oct 15th, 2025
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Real Customers, Real Results: How Food ERP Improves Processes

From traceability to production planning, see how food companies use Aptean’s food ERP to improve processes—told through real customer results.

Oct 1st, 2025
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The Costs of Doing Nothing: How Electronic Proof of Delivery Software Saves Your Business Money

Sticking with paper POD costs more than you think. Discover how electronic proof of delivery software saves money and improves service.

Sep 4th, 2025
How Food Traceability Software Fulfills Critical Business Needs

Choosing the Right Food Traceability Software: Features That Matter Most 

Traceability requirements are critical for food and beverage businesses—find out how industry-specific software can help you fulfill them with ease.

Jul 15th, 2025
Offset Rising Costs by Nearshoring Production and Sourcing Locally Using Apparel Technology

Offset Rising Costs by Nearshoring Production and Sourcing Locally Using Apparel Technology

Nearshoring is tough—but not impossible. See how ERP, PLM, and SFC software can cut costs and make local production a possibility.

Jul 15th, 2025
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How a Transport Management System Empowers Your Entire Organization

A TMS isn’t just for logistics—find out how it automates processes and drives smarter decisions for every department, from purchasing to the C-suite.

Jun 5th, 2025
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Latest Content

The latest podcast, webinars, and resources from John.

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Aptean Podcast, Episode 6: Trend or Reality, the Insight on Digital Transformation

Senior Vice President of Sales, Sean Nappo, takes a deep dive into the common misconceptions of the digital movement and share real-world examples of how technology is being leveraged.

Jun 22nd, 2022
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Aptean Podcast, Episode 5: How Long Does It Take to Get Meaningful Data Insights from a New ERP System?

For this episode, co-hosts Chris Harris and John McCurdy welcome Roy Thomas, Aptean's director of digital transformation, to answer this question.

Jun 15th, 2022
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Aptean Podcast, Episode 4: Why Food Safety Matters

On this episode of "Ready for What’s Next, Now: An Aptean Podcast", industry expert, Jack Payne joins us to discuss food safety and quality control with host John McCurdy.

Jun 8th, 2022
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Aptean Podcast, Episode 3: The Challenges of Siloed Business Systems and the Case for a Cohesive Tech Stack

On this week’s episode, hosts Chris Harris and John McCurdy welcome Jenny Peng, chief technology officer at Aptean.

Jun 1st, 2022
Expert Q&A: AI in the Food and Beverage Industry

The Impact of AI in the Food and Beverage Industry: An Expert Q&A With Benny Dor and Chad Merck

Get the scoop from our chat with Benny Dor from Aptean and Chad Merck from Microsoft about the impact of AI in the food industry.

Mar 26th, 2025
Aptean Podcast, Episode 1: Ready for What’s Next, Now

Aptean Podcast, Episode 1: Ready for What’s Next, Now

Tune in each and every week for compelling thought leadership content and in-depth examinations of the latest industry trends.

May 18th, 2022
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ASK Chemicals Establishes a Digital Business Model with a Cloud-Based ERP from Aptean at the Core

Discover how an Aptean cloud-based ERP helped ASK Chemicals achieve best-in-class scalability, improve customer service and cut computing expenses 20-30%.

Mar 9th, 2023

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