Case Study: Replacing Existing Legacy System

  
Customer:  Hazelwood Chesterfield Ltd

Aim:  

• To replace bespoke legacy systems
• To fully implement System 21, including the manufacturing modules

  
Action:

• Replicated system implemented at R & B Foods
• Implemented Phase1 (financials, distribution and BOMs)
• Stayed within a very tight budget
• Replaced all current IBM iSeries/AS400 legacy functionality
• Designed and created bespoke RPG reports
• Produced a project plan
• Controlled sub contractors and liaised with outsourced IT department
• Implemented a central data creation system and controlled all master data creation
• Monitored material variances and produced reports
• Cognos Impromptu installed and numerous reports defined and written
• Implemented procedures to comply with external audits (eg. HM Customs, Soil Association)
• Provided full site support 

  
Benefits:

• Business had an integrated ERP system
• Automated fax system for purchase orders reduced administration
• Critical business information readily available
• Improved authorisation of supplier invoices through GRN matching
• More accurate invoicing through use of POD functionality
• System non-stock-purchasing controlled departmental spending

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