Case Study

VE3 Migrates a Complex ERP System for Enhanced Operational Efficiency

Streamlining Manufacturing with AWS

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Overview

In the fast-paced world of automotive manufacturing, maintaining operational efficiency is crucial for staying competitive. As a leading manufacturer of automotive components, our customer faced significant challenges with their legacy Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. With a focus on innovation and efficiency, the company needed a modern solution to support their evolving processes and drive growth. At VE3, we partnered with them to migrate their complex ERP system to AWS, enabling enhanced flexibility, reduced costs, and improved data integration.

Challenges

Lack of Flexibility

The on-premises ERP system was rigid and could not adapt to the company’s dynamic manufacturing processes. This inflexibility led to inefficiencies in responding to market demands and implementing new processes.

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High Maintenance Costs

Maintaining and upgrading legacy hardware was both costly and time-consuming. Frequent downtimes due to hardware failures further impacted the company’s operational efficiency, leading to delays in production and increased operational costs.

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Data Silos

The existing ERP system did not integrate seamlessly with other business systems, resulting in isolated data pools. This lack of integration hindered cross-departmental collaboration and limited the ability to make data-driven decisions.

VE3 Professional Services Approach

Detailed Analysis

We conducted a thorough analysis of the existing ERP system, including hardware dependencies, software configurations, and data flow across the organization. This assessment allowed us to identify critical areas that required attention during the migration process.

Migration Strategy

Based on the analysis, we developed a tailored migration strategy focused on minimizing disruption to the business. This strategy included phased migration, comprehensive testing, and a detailed rollback plan to ensure business continuity.

AWS Landing Zone Setup

Established a secure, multi-account AWS environment with standardized structures and built-in security controls to ensure compliance and centralized governance.

Cloud Infrastructure Setup

Designed a cloud infrastructure with scalable, secure, andefficient components, including Amazon EC2, ELB, Amazon RDS, and Amazon S3,tailored to the customer’s needs.

Migration and Modernization

  • Ongoing Support: Post-migration, VE3 provided continuous monitoring and support to ensure optimal performance of the ERP modules. We implemented optimizations as needed and kept the system up to date with the latest AWS features.
  • Training and Enablement: VE3 conducted training sessions for the customer’s IT team to ensure they were equipped to manage and optimize the new ERP environment effectively.
  • Data Migration: AWS DataSync was utilized to securely and efficiently migrate on-premises data to AWS S3 and Amazon RDS. DataSync automated the transfer of large volumes of ERP-related files, databases, and backups from on-premises storage systems to S3, ensuring data integrity and reducing manual intervention. For database migration, DataSync was configured to sync the on-premises database with Amazon RDS, minimizing downtime and ensuring data consistency during the transition.

Results and Benefits

The migration of the ERP system to AWS resulted in several significant improvements.

  • Improved Operational Efficiency: The new cloud-based ERP system reduced downtime by 60%, enabling smoother and more efficient manufacturing processes. This improvement in uptime translated directly into higher productivity and reduced delays in production schedules.
  • Cost Reduction: The migration to AWS reduced maintenance costs by 40%, as the company no longer needed to invest in expensive hardware upgrades or endure the high costs associated with legacy system maintenance. These savings were reinvested into innovation and process improvements.
  • Scalability and Flexibility: The new environment allowed the company to scale resources up or down based on demand, providing the flexibility needed to adapt to market changes quickly and efficiently.
  • Enhanced Data Integration: By integrating data from various business systems, the customer achieved a unified view of their operations. This holistic data environment improved decision-making, planning, and forecasting, leading to better business outcomes.

Conclusion

VE3’s strategic partnership with the global automotive parts manufacturer resulted in a successful migration and modernization of their ERP system. By refactoring the legacy ERP into a Postmodern ERP on AWS Cloud, the company not only overcame the challenges of flexibility, cost, and data integration but also positioned itself for future growth and innovation. The new ERP system has empowered the customer to maintain its competitive edge in the automotive industry, ensuring continued success and operational excellence.

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