Outsourcing a Major Computer System Overhaul
A nationally recognized industry leader in microbiology had created a one-of-a-kind computer system based on significant modifications to a previously purchased system. Unfortunately, the company found the original vendor unable to support its needs and nonresponsive about Y2K issues.
BKD Technologies' consultants stepped in to perform a business process analysis and help develop a strategic information technology plan to improve operations, identify unmet user needs and eliminate independent sub-systems.
Once completed under BKD’s direction, the fully integrated system included applications for general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, production management, formula management, product costing and cost development, inventory and quality management, MPS, process MRP, process CRP, computer-aided formulation, regulatory management, purchasing, receiving, distribution, bar code, EDI, radio frequency, order entry and process operation control. The technology used include IBM RS6000, UNIX OS, IBM HACMP and Radio Frequency equipment.
The result: The client is now online with a state-of-the-art ERP solution between its four production plants and 13 distribution centers across the United States.
BKD Technologies' consultants stepped in to perform a business process analysis and help develop a strategic information technology plan to improve operations, identify unmet user needs and eliminate independent sub-systems.
Once completed under BKD’s direction, the fully integrated system included applications for general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, production management, formula management, product costing and cost development, inventory and quality management, MPS, process MRP, process CRP, computer-aided formulation, regulatory management, purchasing, receiving, distribution, bar code, EDI, radio frequency, order entry and process operation control. The technology used include IBM RS6000, UNIX OS, IBM HACMP and Radio Frequency equipment.
The result: The client is now online with a state-of-the-art ERP solution between its four production plants and 13 distribution centers across the United States.
Effectively managing your “technology assets” can help your company avoid technological obsolescence. Whether it’s an accounting package, a MRPII system or a financial reporting database, BKD can:
- Determine current system’s ability to meet present & future business needs
- Select hardware & software, including proposal development, vendor selection & contract negotiations
- Assist with implementation, including developing a plan, managing the project & overseeing selective outsourcing
- Develop & conduct system & application testing procedures
- Train staff to fully apply the system
