Monday, March 9, 2009

B.L. Kashyap Partners with All-e Technologies to ramp up IT Support Systems

New Delhi, March 9' 09: B.L. Kashyap, one of India’s most respected construction and infra- structure development company’s engaged All-e Technologies (Alletec)- a leader in providing Enterprise Business Solutions, as their technology partners to implement Microsoft (MS) Dynamics NAV (ERP solution from Microsoft) across their offices & project sites. The solution is based on the Alletec vertical solution for Infrastructure companies – NaviConstruct and has been designed to address the needs of companies in ‘Projects’ business. The new ERP solution has been introduced with a view to enable B.L. Kashyap, process information of varying criticality, easily and effectively and facilitates seamless integration of all processes within the company.

Prior to having Alletec on board, B.L. Kashyap had been facing business challenges in terms of generating Financial MIS, getting online Inventory position across the projects, optimum utilization of fixed assets and its online tracking etc. Moreover, legacy system was technically not scalable enough to meet the growing size of the organization.

Eventually, driven by the need to have flexibility towards incorporating business specific features, B.L. Kashyap decided to replace the current IT system. Therefore, a core team was formed which analyzed a number of options to boost up the IT infrastructure and manage information/data intelligently. After a detailed survey of market offerings and an in-depth analysis, the company selected MS Dynamics NAV as the solution that seemed to best meet their business objectives and 'Alletec' as their technology partners.

Mr. Prashant Tyagi – Director (Projects), B.L. Kashyap said, “Our key objective was to standardize technology platforms, business processes and implement a single point of information. MS Dynamics NAV and Alletec has helped us achieve this objective quickly, efficiently, and cost effectively”. He further added, “The expertise and track record of Alletec in successful MS Dynamics implementations, within India and internationally gave us the confidence that Alletec was indeed the most reliable partner for ensuring success on such a vital project”.

The implementation process was completed within a short timeframe of 4 months making B.L. Kashyap more competitive with improved data flow & management and with accurate and timely MIS (Management Information System). The new IT support system has helped the company achieve their key objective of enabling top managers with accurate information, onsite inventory and purchase, contracts, stock transfers and comparison with budgets. Standardization of the technology platform has reduced the IT administrative costs and led to efficient planning & project management.

“We are happy that B.L. Kashyap has successfully implemented ERP solution on Microsoft Dynamics Nav to meet their growing business needs. This implementation is yet another refection of Microsoft Dynamics delivering industry specific ERP solutions successfully for its esteemed clients along with its partners – this time for construction vertical with partner All-e Technologies.” said Mr. Sushant Dwivedy, Director - Microsoft Dynamics

This has been a significant project both in size and complexity besides enhancing operational efficiencies on day to day activities, the system provided significant advantages to B.L. Kashyap as it strengthened critical business areas such as Real-Estate Management including Sales & Leasing, Contract billing and Vendor & Customer management apart from providing an efficient interface for report generation of real time data.

“Alletec is focused on providing Enterprise Solutions and IT Services with the motto of ‘Helping Clients Exceed’. MS Dynamics acts as the enabler for us to achieve this objective. The adaptability to the needs of the customer and the ease of use provided by these world class ERP, CRM and SCM solutions helps us bring the best value to our customers at the least TCO”, said Dr. Ajay Mian, Managing Director, Alletec.

“Having experienced several ERP solutions available in the market today, we are convinced that we would not have succeeded as much with a different product offering. Microsoft’s commitment to its customers and partners plays a significant role in this success”, he added.

About All e Technologies

All e Technologies is a leading provider of software solutions and services that help build systems for extended enterprises. From streamlining, automating and web enabling core business processes to strategizing and implementing a customer centric approach to business, we provide solutions and services that help our customers mature as extended enterprises. These enterprises require ERP, Supply Chain Management and CRM systems to manage their day to day operations, business intelligence systems for decision support and internet and mobile solutions to provide 'anytime - anywhere' access to customers, employees, suppliers and stake holders.

Microsoft Dynamics™ is a line of financial, customer relationship and supply chain management solutions that help businesses work more effectively. Delivered through a network of channel partners providing specialized services, these integrated, adaptable business management solutions work like and with familiar Microsoft software to streamline processes across an entire business.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal and business computing. The company offers a wide range of products and services designed to empower people through great software-any time, any place and on any device. Microsoft has been in India since 1990 and employs over 4000 people across its offices in New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Calcutta, Chennai, Hyderabad and Pune.