The Problem
Gleason Works India, a leader in gear production systems with a legacy spanning over 155 years, faced operational challenges due to outdated systems:
- Disconnected Systems: The absence of a company-wide enterprise resource planning (ERP) system led to inefficiencies across various departments.
- Outdated MRP Systems: Legacy materials requirements planning (MRP) systems lacked modern features necessary for efficient production management.
- Manual Stock Tracking: Stock was not readily traceable, requiring time-consuming manual tracking that impacted productivity and quality control.
GSUS Star Software Solutions' Approach
To address these challenges, Gleason Works India partnered with GSUS Star Software Solutions to implement SAP Business One, a comprehensive digital platform designed to integrate and streamline operations across the enterprise.
Why SAP and GSUS Star Software Solutions:
- Robust Integration: SAP Business One was chosen for its powerful capabilities, including built-in ERP, MRP, inventory, finance, logistics, and reporting tools, essential for a manufacturing leader like Gleason.
- Expertise in Manufacturing: GSUS Star Software Solutions, recommended by trusted colleagues, brought specialized experience in helping manufacturing businesses grow using SAP Business One.
The Solution
GSUS Star Software Solutions implemented SAP Business One to create an integrated, efficient, and traceable system for Gleason Works India:
- Enterprise-Wide Integration: Established a unified platform that integrates financials, manufacturing, and core operations, enhancing management efficiency and oversight.
- Modern MRP Systems: Implemented advanced MRP systems to improve manufacturing management, cost-effective resourcing, and quality control, while ensuring full accountability for all employees.
- Automated Inventory Control: Deployed automated systems for inventory control, improving production planning, forecasting, and sales processes.
- Centralized Traceability: Enabled full traceability of gears, parts, and components through centralized systems and databases, ensuring stringent quality control.
Result
The digital transformation powered by SAP Business One significantly enhanced Gleason Works India’s operations:
- Increased Efficiency: The integrated enterprise-wide platform streamlined operations, driving more efficient management and oversight.
- Improved Manufacturing Processes: The modern MRP systems enhanced manufacturing management, enabling better resource allocation and tighter quality control.
- Enhanced Traceability: Full traceability of components and products ensured consistent quality, reducing errors and increasing customer satisfaction.
Impact
The implementation of SAP Business One by GSUS Star Software Solutions had a transformative impact on Gleason Works India:
- Operational Optimization: Streamlined processes and improved visibility across the supply chain led to increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
- Quality Assurance: Enhanced traceability and accountability ensured that Gleason maintained its high standards of quality while reducing waste and errors.
- Strategic Growth: With modern, integrated systems in place, Gleason Works India is better positioned to innovate and maintain its competitive edge in the gear production industry.