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CarBahn's Transformation: From Manual Processes to Automated Operations

Technology Category

Functional Applications - Inventory Management Systems
Functional Applications - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Applicable Industries

Automotive
Finance & Insurance

Applicable Functions

Warehouse & Inventory Management

Use Cases

Additive Manufacturing
Manufacturing Process Simulation

Services

System Integration

About The Customer

CarBahn is a leading producer of high-performance automotive parts for renowned brands such as Audi, BMW, Mercedes, and Porsche. The company sells its products through dealer partnerships and directly to consumers through its online store. CarBahn is known for its commitment to quality and performance, which is reflected in its products. The company has aggressive growth expectations and is constantly looking for ways to improve its operations and financial management to support this growth. Prior to implementing OptiProERP, CarBahn was struggling with inefficient and time-consuming manual processes.

The Challenge

CarBahn, a leading producer of high-performance automotive parts, was struggling with its existing operational and financial systems. The company's finance team and Chief Operating Officer (COO) were spending more time manipulating data than analyzing it, which was not only inefficient but also time-consuming. It took them over five days to close a month's books, which was a significant delay in their operations. They were using MaxxTraxx, an auto shop management software, which they had modified to handle sales and manufacturing, along with a separate financial package to run the business. This setup was not only cumbersome but also inadequate for their needs. They were also manually writing Bill of Materials (BOMs) and heavily relying on spreadsheets, which was not sustainable for a company with aggressive growth expectations.

The Solution

After evaluating 15 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, including Acumatica, CarBahn decided to implement OptiProERP with SAP Business One. This decision was based on the fact that OptiProERP is an original equipment manufacturer and not sold through value-added resellers, which meant that it could provide a more tailored solution for CarBahn. The company also appreciated that OptiProERP could accommodate their current size and still be a perfect fit as they grow. The new system replaced their previous financial package and customized automotive service software. With OptiProERP, CarBahn now has an end-to-end management solution with robust manufacturing functionality and real-time visibility into operations. This has allowed the finance and manufacturing personnel to focus on their jobs rather than manipulating data.

Operational Impact

The implementation of OptiProERP with SAP Business One has brought about a significant transformation in CarBahn's operations. The company now has an end-to-end management solution that provides robust manufacturing functionality. This has not only streamlined their processes but also improved their operational efficiency. The finance and manufacturing personnel can now focus on their core tasks rather than spending time manipulating data. The real-time visibility into operations has also improved decision-making and planning. Furthermore, the system's scalability ensures that it will continue to serve the company's needs as it grows, making it a sustainable solution for CarBahn's aggressive growth expectations.

Quantitative Benefit

Reduced time to close a month's books from over five days to a significantly shorter period
Increased operational efficiency by automating manual processes
Improved visibility into operations in real-time