Background

Decon is a group of leading-edge companies providing specialised electrical and communication services to modern high-tech industries.  The organisation also has a significant labour force / sub-contractor base who are focused on the delivery of telco infrastructure and construction services E.g. building and installing networks.

Business Challenge

The business aimed to implement a new fully integrated ERP system to better support its growth, reduce manual processes, and enhance workflow and efficiencies. This initiative focused on improving financial and management reporting, cost estimating, manufacturing, engineering, quality, project management and installation, performance management, and customer service.

ERP Evaluation Results

Decon engaged CMC to conduct an independent evaluation to determine the best ERP solution for future support.

CMC facilitated a Vendor Pre-Qualification process to assist in shortlisting suitable vendors and solutions. Then, CMC collaborated with the business to document Decon’s Key Business Scenarios.

CMC project-managed the RFP process, vendor presentations, and due diligence. They also provided technical advice to support the decision-making process. CMC prepared a Vendor Selection Report for the Executive.

Subsequently, Decon proceeded to implementation with the preferred vendor.

The objectives for the new ERP included:

  • Improved functional support within an integrated system to provide a foundation for the continued growth of the business.
  • Improved job tracking and accountability for major projects.
  • Streamlined operational effectiveness through improved workflow processes and sharing of information across the business with reduced manual data entry and duplication of tasks.
  • Improved project management and visibility of status.
  • Improved resource allocation, management and reporting of labour, equipment and materials efficiencies.
  • The ability to ensure high quality, consistency and repeatability of jobs where possible.
  • Improved support for managing teams working in the field and at satellite sites.
  • Improved and automated procurement and inventory control.

”CMC provided expert advice during the RFP, Evaluation and Negotiation stages of our search for a perfect fit ERP for our business. CMC’s ability to think outside the box and around the corner, along with their outstanding ability to convey this information to software vendors has resulted in an exciting and innovative solution for Decon

Rob Guarino - Managing DirectorDecon Corporation