Korcomptenz Transforms ERP for Top Grill Manufacturer in Just 7 Months

Discover how Korcomptenz rapidly transformed the ERP system for a leading grill manufacturer, achieving remarkable results in just 7 months.

Only 7 months

for a rapid ERP transformation

900+

error reductions

Complex integrations

IBM Planning, EDI, transportation management system, and more

Quick Solutions Overview

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Industry

Manufacturing

HQ

United States

Solution

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

Technology Used

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, Power Apps Automation

About the Company

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Our client is a major player in the manufacturing, fabrication, and distribution sectors, focusing on grills, HVAC units, and fireplaces. Their manufacturing process is highly intricate, involving precision steel cutting, meticulous component assembly, and direct sales through various channels. They have a strong market presence, from their online platform to prominent retail shelves.

The Challenges

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Our customer embarked on a challenging journey filled with significant obstacles that hindered their progress. In a complex landscape, they faced multiple issues, including a troubled ERP implementation that had been delayed for three years due to incorrect requirements and an unclear understanding of Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations’ crucial functionalities. Their previous Microsoft partner’s uncertainty and trial-and-error fixes left users in flux, compounded by a lack of data validation guidance, process coordination, and project management support. This led to underutilized licenses, plummeting user morale, and diminished confidence in configuration setups for master planning and production, necessitating a critical transformation.

Grill Manufacturer Challenges

The Solutions

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After thoroughly assessing the client’s challenges and needs, we developed the following solutions:

Integrated IBM TM1 with Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, streamlining demand forecast uploads via PowerApps automation.
Customized global reports for a comprehensive view across all legal entities in a unified format.
Reduced over 900+ master planning errors through strategic guidance and dedicated support.
Restructured the Bill of Materials to enhance the foundation and align subcontracting processes.
Planned configuration setups tailored to master planning and production modules based on user feedback.
Engineered a streamlined process for prioritizing production orders through collaborative efforts.

What the Client Said

“On our behalf I would like to thank you for everything you have done to get us live. I don’t say this lightly when I say that this has been the best go live implementation of my career.”

The Benefits

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Our pivotal success in this project was in executing it effectively and delivering tangible benefits to our client.

Accelerated Transformation:

Successfully delivered in 7 months with transformative elements, refining requirements, crafting user stories, and clarifying the first phase's scope to empower users with key functionalities.

Improved Cohesion and Custom Functionality:

We developed custom functionalities and reports, promoting seamless development and enhancing inter-departmental cohesion to reveal intricate business processes.

Expert Integration:

Expertly integrated applications like EDI and Banks, demonstrating our prowess in integration. We rigorously validated imported data and guided the customer through project phases like Design, Development, Training, and User Acceptance.

Cloud Optimization:

Optimized cloud licenses and user roles for efficient digital operations, sparking user enthusiasm to embrace digital transformation and revive organizational operations.

Fast Turnaround:

In a mere seven months, we accomplished what previous partners struggled with over three years, a significant achievement that delighted the client and showcased our expertise and resources.

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