REMA Holland B.V.

From an outdated system to a future-proof ERP

The challenge.

The transition to a new ERP system was complex for REMA. The existing Unit4-platform was heavily outdated and connected to multiple systems, ranging from warehouse processes to customer communication. Data quality and migration also played an important role, alongside the fact that there was a high degree of custom development within the organization. During the transition, REMA wanted not only to modernize processes and systems, but also to gain better control over data quality and security. For instance, REMA aims to prevent employees from viewing or modifying data that does not apply to them, while simultaneously ensuring that important data is entered correctly. The goal: a phased, careful transition to a modern platform that streamlines business processes and lays a solid foundation for further digitalization.

The solution.

Dynamics4Business implemented Microsoft Business Central as the foundation for a modern and integrated ERP environment. In addition to a thorough overhaul of business processes, various integrations and add-ons were set up.

Integrations with Capture Tech (warehouse), SmartEDI (digital customer communications), Onix (certificate management) and the webshop of parent company Axel Johnson International AB.

In addition to add-ons such as D4B Base, Document Capture, Direct Banking, ShipIT, ConnectIT, and Jet Reports, REMA uses Field Security and Field Validation by 2-Controlware for extra data security and validation.

Field Security helps protect specific customer and vendor data, while Field Validation enforces data-entry rules to improve data quality. Considerable attention has also been paid to data migration and cleaning.

The result

The new ERP environment gives REMA more control over processes, better data reliability and a more efficient way of working. Employees experience more clarity, less manual work and faster turnaround times.

Significantly reduced error deliveries thanks to the integration of Business Central with the WMS scanning system.

Faster and more consistent financial reporting through uniform data and the use of dimensions.

Real-time inventory insights via CaptureTech and faster processing of purchase invoices thanks to Document Capture.

Further improvement of data quality and data security with Field Security and 2-Controlware’s Field Validation.

“The transition from our old system to the new Microsoft platform with Business Central was an intensive process. All workflows were reviewed, and contaminated data was cleaned up. All digital systems were replaced and integrated with Microsoft Business Central. At the same time, the digital connections and interfaces with our suppliers were modernized. The transition required great care, but with the support of Dynamics4Business, we succeeded without interrupting our operations. This gives us confidence for the future.”