A global data and process platform for an international company.
Together with the client, we developed a central data and process platform that turns data from more than 30 production locations into one shared information layer - so teams can make faster decisions locally, while management sees the same picture worldwide.
One shared data foundation for a global organization.
In a global manufacturing network, decisions are made every day at many levels - from individual plants and functions to regional and global management. For this to work, data needs to be prepared and understood in the same way everywhere.
The platform creates that common language. Teams can work with detailed data at their own level, while management can immediately understand what is happening across locations, business areas and hierarchies.
Many local systems - but the need for one shared language.
Each location and business area had its own systems, structures and ways of working. Data existed, but it was not always comparable or prepared in the same way across the organization.
The challenge was to create a shared foundation that supports decisions at the lowest relevant level, while giving regional and global management a consistent view of the business.
- Connect data from different ERP, MES and business systems
- Standardize data across locations, business areas and hierarchies
- Preserve proven processes
- Clean up and simplify existing structures, functions and data
- Create one consistent data foundation worldwide
- Capture planning and steering data not available in source systems
- Support different roles, responsibilities and hierarchy levels
- Provide reports and dashboards without manual preparation
- Enable new apps, dashboards and drill-downs with minimal effort
- Keep the platform flexible for long-term development
Evolution instead of restart.
The platform was developed step by step together with the client. We built on proven processes, simplified the underlying structures and created a flexible foundation for data, planning, reporting and operational decision-making.
Building on a strong foundation
Many processes and local solutions already worked well, but were not equally usable everywhere. We analyzed what could be kept and standardized, and where new requirements called for a different approach. The goal was to build on what already existed and develop it further on a clearer, more modern foundation.
Developed together with the client
A joint team of the client's IT, key users and business analysts worked closely with Abuscom. The client brought deep process knowledge and user experience, while Abuscom led architecture, technology and implementation. Modules, interfaces and workflows were shaped together.
Standardized into one data foundation
Data from ERP, MES and other business systems was brought into one common structure. Sales, production, quality, finance, inventory and planning information can now be viewed with shared master data, hierarchies and definitions across locations and business areas.
From reporting to operational processes
The platform goes beyond dashboards. It includes input tools, planning modules and operational models that are embedded in standardized processes. Users create, adjust and use data directly as part of the process - from budget scenarios and master data to machine requirements, productivity, finance and headcount planning.
A framework for new applications
Existing structures, functions and data were reviewed, cleaned up and simplified. At the same time, a common technical framework was created for new applications, dashboards and drill-down solutions, making future requirements faster and easier to implement.
A platform that grows with the company
New modules, KPIs, data sources and requirements can be added step by step. Proven functions remain in place and evolve as processes, technologies and organizational structures change.
The platform is used by many users across locations, countries, languages, currencies and business areas. The client operates the software and provides the data through clearly defined interfaces. Abuscom is responsible for concept, architecture, development, integration and the continuous development of the platform together with the client.
Less time collecting data. More time making decisions.
Business areas, locations and legal entities work on one shared data foundation.
Data is not viewed in isolation, but connected along the real processes of the business.
Additional planning and management data can be created where source systems do not provide it consistently.
Data sources, mappings and business rules remain traceable from the global view down to the details.
Data, reports and dashboards are available without manual preparation, so teams can focus directly on content and decisions.
Automated data processing, filters and drill-downs reduce recurring manual work. In some areas, preparation for operational meetings was reduced from a few hours to just a few minutes.
Standardized data, scorecards and drill-downs help teams focus on what needs attention instead of manually searching for issues.
Access is managed by task and responsibility - through modules and functions as well as organizational hierarchy levels.
A shared framework and reusable components reduce the effort needed for new apps, dashboards, drill-downs and modules.
A modernized technology foundation significantly reduces ongoing technology and license costs.
New companies, locations, data sources and modules can be integrated step by step.
The platform continues to evolve together with the company's processes, technologies and requirements.
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