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How usability is the key to ERP efficiency – Insights from Aksel Jarlbäck

Usability is becoming the defining factor in ERP efficiency. In this interview, Aksel Jarlbäck explains how Novacura is transforming the Infor M3 experience by making business applications intuitive, user‑friendly, and adaptable.

January 5, 2026

INTRODUCTION

Enterprise systems are powerful – but without great usability, that power often goes unused. In his interview with Movex/M3 Användarförening, Aksel Jarlbäck shares how Novacura is reshaping platform experience with one goal: make business applications so intuitive that efficiency becomes a natural by-product, not a training requirement. 

KEY INSIGHTS & HIGHLIGHTS

The Shift Toward User-Centric Design – Aksel emphasizes that the complexity of legacy systems often becomes a barrier to productivity. The primary goal of the recent updates was to lower this barrier by making the platform more intuitive. 

The goal has always been to ensure that the technology supports the user’s workflow, rather than forcing the user to adapt to the limitations of the software.
Aksel Jarlbäck

For organizations running Infor M3 CloudSuite, Novacura Flow becomes the front-end that makes the ERP easier to use. It sits on top of M3 as a low-code process layer, allowing companies to design intuitive workflows without modifying the ERP core – maintaining cloud upgradeability while boosting operational efficiency. 

Impact on Operational Efficiency – By reducing the number of steps required to complete standard tasks, the organization has seen a measurable uptick in speed and a decrease in manual errors. Aksel notes that usability is not a “luxury” feature, but a core component of business performance. 

When the interface is intuitive, we see an immediate reduction in lead times for critical processes. Efficiency increases because the system stays out of the user’s way. For example, a common process in a manufacturing company that previously required multiple screens and manual inputs has been reduced to a streamlined interaction - cutting execution time by up to 40%.
Aksel Jarlbäck

Future-Proofing Through Flexibility – The interview also touches upon the importance of a platform that can evolve. Aksel points out that the current architecture allows for easier integration of new tools, ensuring the system remains relevant as business needs change. 

We aren't just building for today’s needs; we are creating a foundation that allows us to scale and integrate future innovations without disrupting the core user experience.
Aksel Jarlbäck

Summary

The transition described by Aksel underlines a broader industry trend: the convergence of powerful ERP capabilities with modern UI/UX standards.  

The takeaway is clear: usability is no longer cosmetic – it’s a business lever. When people work faster, make fewer mistakes, and actually enjoy using the system, organizations move quicker and adapt with confidence. 
 

Read the full interview (in Swedish): Användarvänligplattform ökar effektiviteten

Want to see how Flow supports this philosophy in practice? Book a short demo with our team! 

Aksel Jarlbäck

VP Sales, Novacura
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