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3 Sigma Grows with Kenandy ERP
Technology Category
- Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP)
Applicable Industries
- Chemicals
Applicable Functions
- Business Operation
- Sales & Marketing
Use Cases
- Inventory Management
- Supply Chain Visibility
Services
- Cloud Planning, Design & Implementation Services
The Challenge
3 Sigma Corporation, a leading provider of custom adhesive and top-coated materials for the pressure-sensitive industry, was using an antiquated back-end system that ran on MS-DOS. The system was so outdated that employees were increasingly resorting to pencil and paper to complete orders and other critical tasks. The company needed a new, modern system that could handle its growing needs and allow it to compete in larger markets.
About The Customer
3 Sigma Corporation is a medium-sized company that provides custom adhesive and top-coated materials for the pressure-sensitive industry. The company was using an outdated back-end system that ran on MS-DOS, which was increasingly proving to be inefficient and inadequate for the company's growing needs. The company was also using pencil and paper to complete orders and other critical tasks, which was not only time-consuming but also prone to errors. The company needed a modern, efficient, and reliable system that could handle its operations and allow it to compete effectively in the market.
The Solution
After researching various options and meeting with several vendors, 3 Sigma selected Kenandy ERP. The Kenandy team was able to quickly understand 3 Sigma's needs and provide solutions to challenges specific to the company. For example, they were able to address the issue of the number of digits the Kenandy system used to code materials being different from 3 Sigma’s internal coding. The Kenandy ERP system, built on the Salesforce Platform, is flexible and extensible, allowing 3 Sigma's front- and back-end systems to work together seamlessly. The system also features customizable dashboards, enabling everyone across the organization to view precisely the information they need, exactly when and how they need to see it.
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