Rectify and Expand simPRO to ERP Integration

The AlchemistProcess, Technology

Objective Our Construction-industry client had a pre-existing integration built between simPRO and their ERP system. This integration had been build by their ERP vendor for them and was reliant on having IBM middleware in place, hosted by their ERP vendor. We had been involved in the original work to develop process and data translation for the integration and at the …

M&A ERP Harmonisation

The AlchemistPeople, Process, Technology

Objective Our client, a vertically integrated telecommunications provider operating in Australia and New Zealand, had committed to its shareholders to streamline internal systems. We had completed an initial strategy document for them, that was then used to select the ERP to be used across the business. We were engaged to assist them with the rollout, working with the vendor as …

Bespoke Client Asset Repair Software

The AlchemistPeople, Process, Technology

Objective Our client specialises in repairs of customer owned, mobile assets and equipment, predominantly from within the Mining industry. Over time, they had developed some specific internal and external processes that had become critical to meeting customer requirements, but were managing these requirements in Excel. They searched for an “off the shelf” software package that covered these industry-specific requirements, but …

Construction AP Automation

The AlchemistProcess, Technology

Objective Our Construction-based client chose to to implement the SAP Concur Invoice system and integrate it to their Enterprise Management software. The integration required a two-way feed, sending Supplier Account details and Purchase Orders from their ERP to Concur Invoice, and approved invoice data from Concur Invoice back into their ERP. They were aware that most AP Automation software is …

eCommerce ERP Integration

The AlchemistPeople, Process, Technology

Objective Our client, an ANZ business specialising in lifting and materials handing equipment, realised they need a B2B sales platform in order to better manage their customer needs. They initially embarked on a review of out-of-the-box eCommerce platforms, pre-built to work with their internal ERP. This process occurred in conjunction with their ERP vendor, however, their ERP vendor struggled to …

M&A Integration Strategy

The AlchemistPeople, Process, Technology

Objective Our client, a vertically integrated communications provider operating in Australia and New Zealand, needed to streamline internal systems. Over several years they had embarked on an aggressive and quick acquisition cycle, with a final position of eighty-plus legal entities. The merger and acquisition strategy of previous management had resulted in three disparate ERP systems being used within the Group. …

Database Cleanse and Upgrade Management

The AlchemistPeople, Process, Technology

Objective An ANZ business specialising in lifting and materials handing equipment suspected they were ineffectively running their chosen ERP. They could not produce adequate operational or financial reports from the system and users were regularly generating system errors. The software was not actively working for the business, but had become a meaningless peripheral that staff used simply because they had …

Development of Fit for Purpose AP Automation Workflow

The AlchemistPeople, Process, Technology

Objective Our client, a government department encompassing multiple industries, needed an AP Automation solution that allowed users to accurately rectify errors or mismatches within their ERP. Their current system provided a similar function, but also allowed Finance users to override system controls and create process issues for the Operational teams. We were engaged to provide a functional and technical specification …

Software Implementation Program Management

The AlchemistPeople, Process, Technology

Objective Our client, an engineering, building and construction company, was in the process of rolling out a new ERP system and had encountered many challenges with the project. The business roll-out included nineteen reporting legal entities, covering a very diverse range of businesses and required functionality across end to end building and construction. The internal PM had struggled with the …

Professional Services Business Software Selection

The AlchemistPeople, Process, Technology

Objective An engineering consultancy had recently unsuccessfully moved from an unstable, home-grown projects systems to a web-based replacement. Both the legacy software and the new software were unworkable for the business, causing severe roadblocks with billing and project management. We were engaged to assist the business with identifying key processes and requirements, then going to market to identify the most …