Background
Sunshades Eyewear operates as a wholesaler of sunglasses and optical frames. They are the largest privately owned eyewear companies in Australia.
Over four decades, Sunshades has transformed from a supplier of unbranded sunglasses to local pharmacies into an international licensor and distributor of fashion eyewear. Moreover, the company sells over 3 million pairs of sunglasses annually across more than 30 countries. Sunshades leads the Australian eyewear industry by designing, manufacturing, selling, and distributing both named and white label brands.
Business Challenge
Sunshades Eyewear was looking to assess the feasibility of either upgrading their existing ERP or implementing a new ERP. To support anticipated growth, the company aimed to reduce manual processes and enhance efficiencies in financial and management reporting, supply chain and inventory management. Furthermore, sales and marketing, customer service, contract manufacturing management, stock control, traceability, and performance management were also included in scope.
ERP Evaluation Results
Combined Management Consultants facilitated an independent ERP Vendor and Solution Evaluation. CMC conducted a Vendor Pre-Qualification process to shortlist suitable Vendors and Solutions.
The team documented Sunshades’ requirements using CMC’s Business Scenarios and project-managed the ERP Evaluation process.
This included issuing a request for proposal, organising vendor presentations, conducting due diligence, and arranging reference site visits. CMC provided technical advice to support decision-making.
After preparing a Vendor Selection Report for the executive team, Sunshades Eyewear decided to proceed with upgrading their existing ERP system.
