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Read MoreBalasore Alloys Ltd. (BAL), incorporated in 1984 in Balasore, Odisha, is a leading producer of Ferro Chrome with a capacity of 160,000 MTPA. With multiple furnaces capable of producing different grades of Ferro Chrome and captive mines at Sukinda, BAL holds a unique competitive advantage in a market where chrome ore availability and pricing remain volatile.
The Need
BAL’s existing SAP ECC system was nearing its license expiry on 31st December 2023. To ensure business continuity, the company needed a Greenfield implementation of RISE with SAP, with a strict go-live date of 1st January 2024.
Key objectives included:
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- Migrating from ECC to RISE with SAP within the tight timeline.
- Adopting SAP standard processes and best practices, minimizing customization.
- Maximizing the utilization of bundled RISE with SAP features.
- Reviewing ECC ABAP programs and eliminating redundant ones.
Ensuring smooth adoption by end-users through simplified processes.
The Solution
BAL executed a Greenfield RISE with SAP implementation covering end-to-end business operations:
Modules Implemented:
FI, CO, MM, SD, PP, QM, PM, PS, HCM, ABAP, BASIS, Roles & Authorization.
SAP Standard Processes:
Streamlined workflows with minimal manual intervention.
Data Migration:
Used SAP’s LTMC tool for HANA to migrate only cleaned and relevant master data, while transactional data from ECC was not migrated.
FIORI Enablement:
Delivered a modern, intuitive user interface for improved usability.
Change Management:
Although initial user participation was low, post go-live training and issue resolution helped employees learn by doing and gain confidence.
The Impact
Superior Integration: Seamless connectivity with banks, vendors, customers, and other business partners.
Cloud-Ready Operations: Enhanced capability to integrate with SAP’s cloud-based tools and solutions.
Market Agility: Strengthened sourcing and distribution processes through compatible SAP products.
Simplified IT Landscape: Removal of redundant programs and junk data improved system performance and reliability.
Future-Readiness: Positioned BAL with a scalable, compliant, and digital foundation for growth.
Looking Ahead
BAL’s RISE with SAP implementation was more than a compliance-driven migration; it was a strategic shift toward modernization and agility.
- Despite challenges around user participation and data quality, the project went live on time, setting a strong precedent for discipline and execution.
- By adopting SAP best practices and minimizing customizations, BAL has ensured a lean and efficient system ready for continuous innovation.
- With its Greenfield digital foundation, BAL is well-positioned to drive sustainable growth, better market reach, and operational excellence in the years to come.
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