Post-Merger ERP Integration for a Light Duty Auto Parts Company Acquiring Heavy Duty Auto Parts Company
Challenge
A light-duty auto parts company recently acquired a heavy-duty auto parts company, which led to the challenge of integrating two disparate ERP systems. The acquired company used the MacPac ERP system, while the acquiring company relied on SAP S/4HANA. The integration needed to include the migration of 42 business applications, 68 business reports, and the consolidation of operations across 27 distribution and manufacturing facilities, as well as corporate offices. Additionally, the company had to manage a comprehensive change management program for 1,800 employees to ensure a smooth transition.
Solution
We guided the post-merger ERP integration by migrating the MacPac ERP system to SAP S/4HANA, unifying both companies under a single, robust ERP platform. This included consolidating and migrating 42 business applications and 68 business reports to streamline operations. We ensured that all 27 facilities—spanning distribution centers, manufacturing plants, and offices—were fully integrated into the new system, aligning them with the company's unified business processes. In parallel, a comprehensive change management program was rolled out for 1,800 employees. This program focused on training, communication, and user support to ensure smooth adaptation to the new ERP system and foster employee buy-in. Workshops, training sessions, and continuous support were provided to ensure that employees were well-equipped to leverage the new system efficiently.
Results
The successful SAP S/4HANA integration enabled the company to streamline its operations, consolidate data, and improve overall business reporting across all locations. By moving to a single ERP system, the company reduced redundancies, improved cross-functional collaboration, and enhanced decision-making. The change management initiative helped employees transition effectively to the new system, leading to a seamless adoption process. Ultimately, the integration facilitated greater operational efficiency, improved data visibility, and positioned the newly merged company for future growth and scalability in both the light-duty and heavy-duty auto parts markets.
Post-Merger ERP Integration for a Light Duty Auto Parts Company Acquiring Heavy Duty Auto Parts Company
Challenge
A light-duty auto parts company recently acquired a heavy-duty auto parts company, which led to the challenge of integrating two disparate ERP systems. The acquired company used the MacPac ERP system, while the acquiring company relied on SAP S/4HANA. The integration needed to include the migration of 42 business applications, 68 business reports, and the consolidation of operations across 27 distribution and manufacturing facilities, as well as corporate offices. Additionally, the company had to manage a comprehensive change management program for 1,800 employees to ensure a smooth transition.
Solution
We guided the post-merger ERP integration by migrating the MacPac ERP system to SAP S/4HANA, unifying both companies under a single, robust ERP platform. This included consolidating and migrating 42 business applications and 68 business reports to streamline operations. We ensured that all 27 facilities—spanning distribution centers, manufacturing plants, and offices—were fully integrated into the new system, aligning them with the company's unified business processes. In parallel, a comprehensive change management program was rolled out for 1,800 employees. This program focused on training, communication, and user support to ensure smooth adaptation to the new ERP system and foster employee buy-in. Workshops, training sessions, and continuous support were provided to ensure that employees were well-equipped to leverage the new system efficiently.
Results
The successful SAP S/4HANA integration enabled the company to streamline its operations, consolidate data, and improve overall business reporting across all locations. By moving to a single ERP system, the company reduced redundancies, improved cross-functional collaboration, and enhanced decision-making. The change management initiative helped employees transition effectively to the new system, leading to a seamless adoption process. Ultimately, the integration facilitated greater operational efficiency, improved data visibility, and positioned the newly merged company for future growth and scalability in both the light-duty and heavy-duty auto parts markets.