The Challenge
Global growth and acquisitions had left the client with a complex, disconnected tech landscape, making data-driven decision-making difficult. Core challenges included:
- Siloed Systems: Regional SAP ECC setups ran independently with inconsistent business logic.
- Lack of Governance: No central control over pricing, vendor data, or formulations.
- Unreliable Forecasts: Manual, fragmented processes led to inconsistent planning.
- Delayed Insights: Leaders struggled to access timely, actionable data.
- Integration Issues: Legacy systems made consolidating reports slow and painful.
- Data Culture Gaps: Inconsistent data quality stalled efforts to build a data-driven mindset.
- System Complexity: Multiple ERP and data platforms from past acquisitions added further friction.
