CASE STUDY
Atturra arranged a series of project planning sessions with FMF ’ s internal project team to review the project scope , timelines , roles and responsibilities . A timeline was also created to ensure the deployment could be completed without causing disruptions to business operations .
As well as planning , the deployment comprised the design and configuration of the new platform , thorough testing , and management of the ‘ go live ’ phase .
Working with the internal IT team , Atturra also undertook a database conversion to shift data from the existing on-premise servers to the cloud .
The deployment project was started in August 2023 and the new application went live in March 2024 , two months ahead of the planned schedule .
Outcomes achieved
With the new cloud-based ERP platform fully functional , FMF was quickly enjoying some significant business benefits .
FMF Foods – Fast Facts
• Fiji ’ s largest listed flour miller
• Produces a portfolio of food products
• Upgrade to cloud-based QAD Adaptive AERP has delivered significant business benefits
Ravinesh Kumar Sharan , IT Manager , FMF Foods Limited , said : “ Atturra has not only provided us with a robust ERP solution but has also been a strategic partner in navigating challenges and seizing opportunities in a competitive FMCG market . Their ongoing collaboration continues to drive our innovation and operational excellence .”
FMF is now confident is has in place an ERP platform that can support its operations in the years ahead . It also looks forward to working closely with Atturra to take advantage of new features and capabilities as they are delivered . p
One of the most significant has been the process used for issuing invoices . The upgraded QAD platform had optimised the order to invoice time by 20 per cent . Other internal processes have also been streamlined , freeing up staff to work on other valueadding activities .
Productivity improved when it comes to handling and processing production data . Rather than relying on a series of disconnected and unreliable worksheets , users were able to effectively use QAD Adaptive ERP to its full capabilities , thanks to the training provided by Atturra .
This , in turn , has improved the decision-making processes for managers . They ’ re now confident they are viewing the most up-to-date information available when determining any changes required to the production runs .
Managers are also able to view key metrics such as inventory levels and sales demand . This resulted in them being more proactive and were then able to drive ongoing business growth .
Having the new ERP platform in the cloud has also significantly improved the way in which company staff access all the information . They will now be able to take orders , check inventory levels , and successful order completion from almost anywhere .
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