EC&O Leader Replaces Aging ERP System, Completing Full-Scale Digital Transformation to Enhance Efficiency and Scalability.
's-Hertogenbosch, December 2024 – Emixa is pleased to announce the successful completion of a comprehensive SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud implementation for Croonwolter&dros, a leader in engineering and technical sustainability solutions within the built environment, infrastructure and industrial sector. The 14-month project replaces Croonwolter&dros's ageing ERP system with a unified, cloud-based solution designed to enhance operational efficiency, scalability, and growth potential across the organization.
Croonwolter&dros faced significant challenges as its previous ERP system neared end-of-life, exposing the company to potential operational risks.
Emixa, Croonwolter&dros’s trusted digital transformation partner, worked within a tight timeline to deliver a fully integrated SAP S/4HANA solution that aligns the company's processes with industry standards, supporting over 3,000 users across multiple business units. By employing SAP’s best practices and minimizing customizations, the project was delivered on schedule and within budget, meeting the company’s Q1 2024 target. The “simultaneous go-live” deployment strategy ensured a smooth organization-wide transition with minimal disruption to business operations.
“We faced a significant challenge: our outdated ERP package no longer met our future requirements. It was time for a new ERP system, and we chose Emixa as our implementation partner. We can look back on a successful and valuable collaboration. In a relatively short period, we accomplished a tremendous amount of work with them, making us fit for the future. We are grateful for Emixa's expertise and dedication. Their team worked tirelessly to ensure a smooth transition, and their innovative solutions have positioned us well for the future. Thank you, Emixa, for your outstanding support and partnership! Says Piet Jan Heijboer Chairman of the Board at Croonwolter&dros.
The SAP S/4HANA implementation has already delivered significant value, standardizing processes and enhancing inter-departmental collaboration across Croonwolter&dros. With a modern, unified system, Croonwolter&dros can now leverage robust data-driven decision-making through improved visibility and advanced reporting capabilities. The new platform also offers the flexibility and scalability needed to support Croonwolter&dros’s ongoing growth and respond to evolving business needs.
Starting in 2022, the project followed a structured, multi-phase approach incorporating SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud, SAP BTP and CPI, Azure Integration Platform, MS PowerBI, ETM Next, and SAP FSM. By adhering to SAP’s best practices, Emixa maintained a smooth project schedule and facilitated an efficient, disruption-free transition for Croonwolter&dros’s 3,000 users across its operations.
This implementation marks the start of a long-term partnership between Emixa and Croonwolter&dros, with plans to further optimize systems and explore new digital capabilities to ensure Croonwolter&dros remains competitive in the dynamic EC&O industry.
“I am proud of the successful launch of the transformative Forward project. This achievement is a testament to the collective expertise of our Enterprise Solutions and Data Analytics teams, working shoulder-to-shoulder with both Croonwolter&dros and SAP. This milestone is the result of 14 months of relentless effort, innovation, and collaboration, showcasing the true spirit of dedication and teamwork.” Says Erik Burghoorn CCO at Emixa.
Croonwolter&dros is a premier Dutch engineering firm specializing in electrical and mechanical engineering, automation, and sustainability solutions for the built environment and industrial sectors. Croonwolter&dros delivers innovative, high-quality solutions for infrastructure, buildings, and industry projects throughout the Netherlands.
Emixa provides innovative, high-quality, digital transformation solutions, with a particular focus on Industry 4.0 for the manufacturing sector. Leveraging technologies such as Siemens (PLM), SAP (ERP), and Mendix (low code applications), and complemented by management consulting, integration, data analytics and AI services, Emixa operates across the Benelux, United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, and Switzerland. Established in 2021, Emixa’s growth has been fuelled by a strategic alliance of companies supported by Holland Capital.
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