Streamlining Asset Management: SAP Fiori Asset Management Solution for APAR Industries by BSC Global
Introduction:
This case study highlights the successful implementation of an SAP Fiori Asset Management Solution for APAR Industries, a leading chemical and pharmaceutical company. APAR Industries recognized the need for a robust and user-friendly asset management solution to optimize their asset lifecycle and maintenance processes. BSC Global, a trusted IT service provider with expertise in SAP solutions, was chosen to implement the SAP Fiori Asset Management Solution for APAR Industries.
Client Profile:
Company Name: APAR Industries Limited
Industry: Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals
Operations: Global presence with multiple locations
SAP Systems: SAP ECC, SAP Fiori
Challenges Faced by APAR Industries:
- Manual and Disconnected Asset Management: APAR Industries relied on manual processes and disparate systems for asset management, leading to inefficiencies, data inconsistencies, and delays in maintenance and repairs.
- Lack of Real-time Insights: The absence of a centralized asset management solution hindered APAR Industries’ ability to access real-time data and generate accurate reports for effective decision-making and proactive maintenance planning.
- Complex Maintenance Processes: APAR Industries faced challenges in managing complex maintenance processes, including scheduling preventive maintenance, tracking work orders, and managing spare parts inventory.
- User Adoption: The existing asset management system had a complex and outdated user interface, resulting in low user adoption and limited utilization of available features.
Solution Offered by BSC Global:
- BSC Global proposed a comprehensive solution through the implementation of the SAP Fiori Asset Management Solution, addressing APAR Industries’ asset management challenges. The key components of the solution included:
- Requirements Analysis: BSC Global conducted a thorough analysis of APAR Industries’ asset management processes, pain points, and business requirements. This analysis formed the basis for designing a tailored SAP Fiori Asset Management Solution aligned with APAR Industries’ specific needs.
- SAP Fiori Implementation: BSC Global implemented the SAP Fiori Asset Management Solution, which provided a modern and intuitive user interface for asset management tasks. This included configuring the solution, integrating it with the existing SAP ECC system, and ensuring data integrity across systems.
- Asset Master Data Management: BSC Global collaborated with APAR Industries to streamline and optimize their asset master data management processes. This involved data cleansing, classification, and enrichment to ensure accurate and complete asset information.
- Work Order Management: BSC Global enabled efficient work order management through the SAP Fiori Asset Management Solution. This included creating work orders, assigning resources, tracking progress, and capturing maintenance history, all in a user-friendly and intuitive interface.
- Preventive Maintenance Planning: BSC Global implemented preventive maintenance planning capabilities within the SAP Fiori Asset Management Solution. This enabled APAR Industries to schedule and track preventive maintenance activities, reducing unplanned downtime and extending asset lifespan.
- Real-time Insights and Reporting: BSC Global configured real-time dashboards and reports within the SAP Fiori Asset Management Solution. This provided APAR Industries with comprehensive visibility into asset performance, maintenance costs, and key performance indicators, facilitating data-driven decision-making.
- User Training and Adoption: BSC Global conducted extensive user training sessions to familiarize APAR Industries’ staff with the SAP Fiori Asset Management Solution. The training emphasized the benefits of the user-friendly interface, and the intuitive nature of the solution, ensuring high user adoption and utilization.
Results and Benefits:
- The implementation of the SAP Fiori Asset Management Solution delivered significant outcomes for APAR Industries:
- Streamlined Asset Management Processes: APAR Industries experienced streamlined and automated asset management processes, leading to improved operational efficiency, reduced downtime, and enhanced asset performance.
- Real-time Insights and Decision-making: The SAP Fiori Asset Management Solution