Standardizing International Operations with SAP S/4HANA Implementation & Rollout
Challenges:
Standardize international operations with one global SAP ERP. Get more operational visibility and real-time updates.
Industry
Manufacturing
Solutions:
SAP S/4HANA Implementation & Roll Out for the client’s production plants in China
Results:
Unified business processes, improved business visibility, reduced maintenance costs, and flexibility to implement new technologies.
Locations:
China
About the Client
AGP Group is a leading high-tech glazing manufacturer with a rich history that began in Berlin, Germany. Today, the company is at the forefront of driving value-added solutions, from addressing security-related needs for civilian to military applications.
AGP Group is a manufacturer and a visionary dedicated to enabling a cleaner, safer, and smarter world. Their bespoke high-tech glazing solutions are shaping the future of vehicle mobility, paving the way for innovation and progress.
Case Overview
AGP Group operates manufacturing plants and tech innovation centers globally, with commercial offices in 20 countries. To maintain standardized quality, they aim to streamline operations across all facilities into one global SAP ERP. However, this was challenging with their China plants still running on different systems.
The company sought an experienced and reliable SAP service provider to help align their China Plant operational structures with the rest of their production plants through SAP S/4HANA Migration.
CHALLENGES
Roadblocks Faced in the Existing System
Inability to run all operational units and plants in one ecosystem
Lack of operational transparency
Inability to access real-time data
Data duplication & redundancy
Lack of Centralized and streamlined management
SOLUTION
Fingent’s Approach - SAP S/4HANA Implementation & Rollout
Fingent proposed rolling out the implementation with a preceding standard project instead of a ready-model solution. This would help the team ensure that the proposed SAP solution:
Complemented the ecosystem of AGP’s other manufacturing plants
Aligned with the brand's process models, and
Adapted to China’s localized processes and compliances.
The SAP S/4HANA implementation standardized processes with business units in different regions, significantly improving operational efficiency and cost savings within the production plants. Some significant operational improvements were reduced data redundancy, greater visibility, improved strategic decisions, and real-time performance monitoring. The transformation positioned the company for future growth by enabling seamless integration of modern technological solutions.
Unified business processes and streamlined reporting
Minimized data duplication and reduced data redundancy
Enhanced performance visibility with access to real-time data and updates
Custom Program Management Software for International Automotive Oversight Bureau
Challenges:
Managing multiple projects, tight deadlines across 10-12 areas, task oversight risks, and lacking technology for business visibility.
Industry
Utilities
Solutions:
Created a custom program management solution, enhancing workflow organization, meeting management visibility, and tightening security.
Results:
Easy scheduling, improved stakeholder engagement, and comprehensive management visibility.
Location:
US
About the Client
The International Automotive Oversight Bureau (IAOB) is among the five global oversight offices under the governance of the International Automotive Task Force (IATF).
Dedicated exclusively to Automotive Quality Management System oversight, IAOB collaborates with leading automotive manufacturers and trade associations within IATF to establish and uphold international quality standards.
Case Overview
IAOB struggled to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines across various operational areas, lacking integrated technology for streamlined workflows and enhanced management visibility.
Fingent stepped in with a customized program management software solution, enabling efficient workflow organization, global meeting scheduling, and streamlining decision-making processes.
CHALLENGES
Roadblocks Faced in the Existing System
Difficulty in managing and tracking multiple projects simultaneously
Constantly overwhelmed with tight deadlines across 10-12 areas of work
High risk of missing deadlines and critical tasks falling through the cracks
Limited visibility for management across all operational areas
Lack of technology for effective program management
SOLUTION
Fingent's Approach: Custom Management Software
Developed custom program management software tailored to IAOB's needs
Introduced robust tracking features and implemented a security firewall for data protection
Implemented multi-factor authentication to enhance system security
Centralized program management tool for accessing all necessary data
Integrated with existing systems using APIs and alternative methods
Fingent's tailored program management software solution has revolutionized operations for the IAOB, empowering them to streamline decision-making and enhance efficiency across their diverse initiatives. This transformation underscores Fingent's commitment to delivering innovative solutions that align with and elevate client workflows effectively.
Highly customizable program management software
Facilitated the creation of date polls across different regions and time zones
Streamlined decision-making processes with tailored polling
Enhanced management visibility and operational efficiency across all initiatives
Integrate various systems and tools for centralized data management and enhanced collaboration.
Custom Program Management Software for International Automotive Oversight Bureau
Challenges:
Managing multiple projects, tight deadlines across 10-12 areas, task oversight risks, and lacking technology for business visibility.
Industry
Utilities
Solutions:
Created a custom program management solution, enhancing workflow organization, meeting management visibility, and tightening security.
Results:
Easy scheduling, improved stakeholder engagement, and comprehensive management visibility.
Location:
US
About the Client
The International Automotive Oversight Bureau (IAOB) is among the five global oversight offices under the governance of the International Automotive Task Force (IATF).
Dedicated exclusively to Automotive Quality Management System oversight, IAOB collaborates with leading automotive manufacturers and trade associations within IATF to establish and uphold international quality standards.
Case Overview
IAOB struggled to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines across various operational areas, lacking integrated technology for streamlined workflows and enhanced management visibility.
Fingent stepped in with a customized program management software solution, enabling efficient workflow organization, global meeting scheduling, and streamlining decision-making processes.
CHALLENGES
Roadblocks Faced in the Existing System
Difficulty in managing and tracking multiple projects simultaneously
Constantly overwhelmed with tight deadlines across 10-12 areas of work
High risk of missing deadlines and critical tasks falling through the cracks
Limited visibility for management across all operational areas
Lack of technology for effective program management
SOLUTION
Fingent's Approach: Custom Management Software
Developed custom program management software tailored to IAOB's needs
Introduced robust tracking features and implemented a security firewall for data protection
Implemented multi-factor authentication to enhance system security
Centralized program management tool for accessing all necessary data
Integrated with existing systems using APIs and alternative methods
Fingent's tailored program management software solution has revolutionized operations for the IAOB, empowering them to streamline decision-making and enhance efficiency across their diverse initiatives. This transformation underscores Fingent's commitment to delivering innovative solutions that align with and elevate client workflows effectively.
Highly customizable program management software
Facilitated the creation of date polls across different regions and time zones
Streamlined decision-making processes with tailored polling
Enhanced management visibility and operational efficiency across all initiatives
Integrate various systems and tools for centralized data management and enhanced collaboration.
Enable LEGO enthusiasts to easily access instructions and other data about their LEGO pack on their iPad
Industry
Manufacturing
Solutions:
iPad App for Smarter Data Repository and Sharing
Results:
Enabling easy access to manuals and instructions about the game on iPads to enhance customer experience and boost user enthusiasm.
Locations:
India
About the Client
The LEGO Group is a leading plastic toy manufacturing company based in Denmark. It is a leading player in the toy industry. LEGO consists of colorful plastic pieces that can be connected and assembled into various shapes and structures. The game captivates users for hours of fun, enthusiasm, and creative development.
LEGO enthusiasts are often seen having multiple collections of LEGO packages. These packages may have been manufactured years before, and stores might not have the proper instructions or manuals to assist users. That’s why our client decided to create an iPad app that would help users easily access the instructions for all LEGOs in one place.
Case Overview
Fingent helped the client develop an iPad app that syncs with the client’s website. The application allows users to search, view, and download instruction sheets for LEGO sets. The app stores instructions for all LEGO sets released and can be filtered by year of release.
Users can easily search for LEGO instructions based on categories, names, or numbers other than the year of release. They can also download the LEGO instructions they need and add them to their favorites for offline access.
CHALLENGES
Roadblocks Faced in the Existing System
Difficulty in accessing user manuals of older LEGO versions
Lack of proper data repository
Enhance user experience
Engage users online and improve customer reach
Combat the increased use of mobiles and iPads among new users
SOLUTION
Fingent’s Approach - iPad App for Smarter Data Repository and Sharing
The app enables users to quickly access information on LEGOs released in any year with a tap of their fingers. Users can also download instructions and manuals or save them to their favorites for offline use. The app serves as a streamlined platform for easy data repository and sharing medium.
Easily search LEGO data by product name/ product number
Ease to download and add LEGO sets to favorites
Gallery preview of assembling manuals
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This innovative solution enables easy data sharing. The app enhances user experience, fosters engagement, and strengthens customer reach across mobile platforms. It also helps the client store, save, and manage a large amount of data safely.
A user-friendly interface designed for quick navigation
Increase customer engagement with an online tool to help users design their docks, style, and shape them.
Industry
Construction
Solutions:
A Custom-built Web Application To Enable Easy 2D Replicas of Docks
Results:
The application enables users to design and create 2D replicas of docks easily. The app also calculates dock style, water depth, tax, shipping distance and more to generate automated quotes.
Locations:
Seneca, NY
About the Client
Bestmade Docks is a leading manufacturer of high-quality dock systems based in Seneca Falls, NY. With decades of expertise, they specialize in designing and building customizable, durable docks for residential and commercial waterfront needs.
In order to streamline their operations and enable customers to be more involved in the building of docks, the client needed an online tool. Through this tool, they wanted the customers to be a part of the dock designing and building processes so that the expectations were met well, wastage was reduced, accuracy was maintained, and customers felt more engaged.
Case Overview
The project's objective was clear: customer engagement was the priority, and operational efficiency would be enhanced by adopting new technology. Fingent, after a thorough analysis of the client operations, realized that a web application with 2D features would be an apt solution.
The web application Dock Builder App allowed users to collaborate with designing and creating 2D replicas of their dock designs, styles, and more. The app also helps generate automated quotes by calculating deck style, water depth, shipping distance, and more. The app offers convenience, improved collaboration, customer engagement, and operational efficiency.
CHALLENGES
Roadblocks Faced in the Existing System
Lack of customer involvement in the design process
Difficulty in visualizing custom designs
Quote generation was complex
Scope for inaccuracy and wastage
Limited client collaboration and engagement
SOLUTION
Fingent’s Approach - Easy Dock Builder App
The web app solution used 2D design capabilities to allow customers to bring their ideas to life visually. This helped Bestmade Docks better understand customer expectations and deliver accurate services. The app not only helped design docks but also eased quote generation, making the operations more seamless, along with other top features like,
The admin backend allows to change the prices of components/accessories.
Provision to choose from different delivery options
The Dock Builder App empowered customers to visualize and customize their dock designs, ensuring clarity and reducing design-related errors. The solution enhanced customer satisfaction, minimized wastage, and strengthened collaboration throughout the design process.
Easy quote management
Communicate dock design specifications with more ease
Online tool to easily customize dock designs
Ease for customers to choose from a variety of dock styles
The customer’s requirement was to integrate Goods and Services Tax (GST) into their existing SAP system by analyzing and making the required technical changes to support GST implementation.
Challenges
Diverse entities, complex business scenarios, stringent timelines, identifying and installing relevant SAP support packs, and making technical changes and functional modifications.
Results
We did a 100% compliant GST implementation in the customer’s SAP system by carefully addressing all taxable scenarios and specific requirements.
“The application that Fingent developed is excellent and has great visuals. The team explains their process thoroughly, makes changes that are requested promptly, and addresses bugs quickly and professionally.”
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