Shri Tirupati Enterprises (STE), founded in 2018, is a premier manufacturer of high-quality continuous casting copper rods (CCR) in India. Using state-of-the-art Continuous-Properzi methods and Linde India Ltd.’s oxy-fuel technology, STE focuses on delivering environmentally responsible solutions. The company’s core mission is to provide customized products and services that meet diverse client needs, with an emphasis on quality, timely delivery, and cost-effectiveness.
To maintain its competitive edge and enhance operational efficiency, STE sought to implement a comprehensive Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. The goal was to streamline processes across various departments, improve data transparency, and optimize the company’s supply chain and production activities.
1. Sales & Distribution Management
Purpose: Optimize the entire sales cycle from order processing to delivery.
Impact: Enhanced order tracking, faster customer response times, and improved accuracy in fulfilling orders, contributing to higher customer satisfaction.
2. Procurement Management
Purpose: Automate the procurement process and manage supplier relationships efficiently.
Impact: Reduced manual errors, better vendor coordination, and streamlined purchasing, resulting in cost savings and timely procurement of materials.
3. Inventory & Warehouse Management
Purpose: Improve the tracking of raw materials, finished goods, and spare parts in real-time.
Impact: Reduced stock discrepancies, optimized warehouse space utilization, and better planning for future demands.
4. Human Resource & Payroll
Purpose: Simplify HR functions such as attendance tracking, payroll management, and employee performance evaluations.
Impact: Automated payroll, accurate employee records, and improved workforce productivity.
5. Financial & Accounting Management
Purpose: Integrate financial transactions with all business processes.
Impact: Real-time financial reporting, easier compliance with tax regulations, and better cash flow management.
6. Production & Planning Management
Purpose: Ensure seamless planning, scheduling, and monitoring of production processes.
Impact: Improved production efficiency, reduced downtime, and optimized resource allocation.
7. Quality Control
Purpose: Enforce rigorous quality standards in copper rod production.
Impact: Consistently high product quality, fewer defects, and reduced returns.
8. Plant Maintenance
Purpose: Schedule and manage plant maintenance activities proactively.
Impact: Reduced unplanned downtime, extended equipment life, and better operational efficiency.
9. Fixed Assets Management
Purpose: Track and manage the company’s fixed assets efficiently.
Impact: Improved asset lifecycle management and accurate depreciation calculations.
10. Job Work Management
Purpose: Manage outsourced jobs and third-party vendor collaborations.
Impact: Improved coordination with external vendors and timely completion of outsourced work.
11. Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Purpose: Enhance customer engagement and track client interactions.
Impact: Better customer retention, increased sales opportunities, and improved customer service.
12. Forecast & Material Requirement Planning (MRP)
Purpose: Anticipate future demand and plan material requirements accordingly.
Impact: Optimized inventory levels, reduced material shortages, and timely production planning.
13. Visitor Management
Purpose: Ensure smooth and secure management of visitors entering the plant.
Impact: Enhanced security, better visitor tracking, and efficient scheduling of client visits.
14. Task Management
Purpose: Assign and monitor tasks across different departments.
Impact: Improved task visibility, timely task completion, and better collaboration between teams.
15. Vendor Mobile Application
Purpose: Provide vendors with a customized mobile application for better communication and tracking of orders.
Impact: Streamlined vendor coordination and real-time updates on procurement activities.
16. Scrap Dealer Mobile Application
Purpose: Allow scrap dealers to track and manage their transactions with STE.
Impact: Improved scrap management processes, leading to better cost control and material reuse.
The ERP system enabled STE to integrate its business operations seamlessly. The result was a significant improvement in operational efficiency, reduced operational costs, and better decision-making capabilities based on real-time data insights. STE's commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and process optimization was further enhanced through the ERP implementation, making it well-equipped to meet its global benchmarks.
By implementing a comprehensive ERP solution across multiple departments, Shri Tirupati Enterprises has successfully modernized its operations. The system has empowered the company to remain competitive, streamline its processes, and provide top-tier copper rod solutions to its clientele, setting a benchmark in the industry.