Project JAITRA: Redefining ERP Implementation Success

At PMTS, we take immense pride in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We celebrate the Go-Live of Project JAITRA, a greenfield implementation of SAP S/4HANA, which stands as a landmark achievement in the ERP landscape. This first-of-its-kind project was delivered in just seven months of this magnitude, demonstrating our commitment, teamwork, and expertise.

The Magnitude of Project JAITRA

Project JAITRA is a testament to PMTS’s ability to handle projects of massive scale, involving:

  • 7 months duration, this implementation is one of the fastest-ever large-scale SAP S/4HANA greenfield deployments
  • 42 Company Codes across diverse geographic locations.
  • 6 countries, each with unique financial, regulatory, and operational requirements
  • 14 years of data migrated, including customer records, inventory, historical sales, financial statements, and more.
  • 230+ Plants, each with unique operational and reporting requirements.
  • Integration of complex processes across Finance, Procurement, Inventory Management, SuccessFactors, Analytics and more.

Challenges and How We Overcame Them

Every ambitious project comes with its challenges, and Project JAITRA was no exception. Here’s how we turned obstacles into opportunities:

  1. Complex Business Requirements:
  • Challenge: The client’s operations spanned to multiple verticals, different industries and multiple countries each requiring customized solutions.
  • Solution: Conducted detailed discovery workshops to map existing processes and design standardized and harmonised processes and workflows were optimized for SAP S/4HANA.
  1. Data Migration on a Large Scale:
  • Challenge: Migrating 14 years of legacy data, including financial, operational, and other records, with accuracy and minimal downtime and ensuring compatibility with SAP S/4HANA within tight deadlines.
  • Solution: Leveraged advanced data migration tools and rigorous quality checks to ensure smooth and error-free data transition.
  1. Diverse Stakeholders:
  • Challenge: Collaboration across multiple teams and stakeholders with varying priorities.
  • Solution: Established clear communication channels, regular updates, and agile decision-making frameworks to align all stakeholders.
  1. Tight Deadlines:
  • Challenge: Delivering a project of this magnitude within seven months.
  • Solution: Adopted a phased implementation approach with parallel testing and execution, ensuring timely delivery without compromising quality.
  1. End-User Adoption:
  • Challenge: Preparing a large workforce for the transition to SAP S/4HANA.
  • Solution: Conducted comprehensive training sessions and provided ongoing support to facilitate a smooth transition and rapid adoption.

Pillars of Project Excellence

  • Collaboration & Agility:
    The combined efforts of PMTS and the client’s team ensured effective communication, quick decision-making, and adaptability to challenges.
  • Expertise & Innovation:
    PMTS’s 20+ years of leadership experience and proven methodologies played a critical role in delivering customized solutions.
  • Meticulous Planning:
    From initial workshops to go-live readiness checks, every phase of the project was executed with precision and adherence to timelines.
  • Post Go-Live Stabilization: Ensured system stability through ongoing support, performance monitoring, and immediate issue resolution, fostering confidence in the new ERP system.
  • End-User Enablement:
    We conducted extensive training sessions to prepare end-users for the new system, ensuring a smooth transition and rapid adoption.

What Makes Project JAITRA a Milestone

  1. Pioneering Approach:
    Being a Greenfield Implementation, this project allowed us to design and implement processes tailored to the client’s specific needs.
  2. Seamless Integration:
    The project integrated core business areas, such as:
  • SAP S/4HANA for operational excellence.
  • SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) for advanced data analytics and reporting.
  • SAP SuccessFactors for human resource transformation.
  • SAP Group Reporting for consolidated financial management.
  • Incident Management System: Custom-developed to enable efficient tracking and resolution of issues, ensuring uninterrupted operations and enhanced user support.
  1. Scalability and Flexibility:
    The new system equips the client with a scalable infrastructure, enabling future expansion and seamless adaptation to market changes.
  2. Automation and Efficiency:
    With workflows now digitized and automated, Power Mech can focus on strategic growth while reducing manual errors and operational inefficiencies.

The Results Speak for Themselves

With Project JAITRA now live, Power Mech is equipped with:

  • Streamlined Operations: Unified processes across company codes and plants, ensuring consistency and efficiency.
  • Real-Time Insights: Access to actionable data for better decision-making.
  • Improved Compliance: Adherence to regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Enhanced User Experience: A modern, intuitive ERP system designed for ease of use and productivity.

Reflections and Future Outlook

Project JAITRA is a shining example of how PMTS turns challenges into opportunities. It underscores our ability to deliver large-scale, time-sensitive projects with precision.

As we celebrate this remarkable achievement, PMTS remains dedicated to supporting Power Mech on their journey to digital transformation, ensuring sustained growth and success.

This is not just a Go-Live—it’s a leap forward in innovation and excellence.