Seargin, with its profound expertise in SAP implementations, orchestrated a global procurement solution that was not only unified but also robust, secure, and user-friendly.
Key Challenges
Challenges encountered by a leading Pharma Company
Prior to Seargin’s intervention, the pharmaceutical titan was entwined in a web of procurement challenges, stemming from a lack of a unified solution and standardized processes across its global branches. The initial scenario was characterized by:
Fragmented Solutions
Different branches utilized disparate systems – Ariba, SAP MM, or even rudimentary Excel sheets, leading to inconsistency and operational chaos.
Lack of Uniformity
Absence of a unified procurement process across various geographical locations and branches.
Documentation Deficit
Inadequate documentation of procurement processes, leading to operational ambiguities.
Verification Void
Absence of a robust verification system in procurement, making the process susceptible to frauds and discrepancies.
Our Strategy
- SAP Supplier relationship management (SRM)
- Establishing a leading system with functionalities like shopping cart (utilizing cloud catalog or free text).
- Purchase Order (PO) management
- Creation and management of POs at the SRM level, accessible via portal/browser.
- Replication to SAP MM
- Ensuring that POs are replicated to SAP Material Management (MM) across 9 instances, depending on branch or geography.
- Goods receipt/Invoice receipt (GR/IR) management
- Handling GR/IR processes in SAP ECC.
Business results
The client witnessed a transformative shift in its procurement landscape, realizing benefits:
Unified process
A standardized, global procurement process
across all branches and geographies.
Strategic sourcing
Global implementation of strategic sourcing, enhancing negotiation capabilities and supplier relationships.
Seamless SAP integration
Full integration with SAP, ensuring data consistency and operational coherence.
Enhanced user experience
Improved user experience and mobility through
an intuitive interface and accessible portal.
Centralized supplier data
A centralized repository for supplier data, ensuring consistency and reliability across all entities.
Complete procurement management
Global visibility, compliance, and management of procurement processes.
Scalability
A scalable solution that can accommodate future acquisitions and expansions.
Data-driven decisions
Enabling data-driven decision-making through integrated, accurate, and reliable data.
Conclusion
