Journey with us as we explore how Groupe UP, a trailblazer in construction and industrial products since 1972, revitalized its financial operations with the power of Business Central and the guidance of Gestisoft.
With a dynamic team of some fifty talented people, the company has undergone a remarkable and constant metamorphosis over the years.
These new perspectives have prompted Groupe UP to review its working methods in order to remain competitive.
In 2019, the company began working with Gestisoft, looking for a partner who understood their reality.
Migration to Business Central was completed the same year, marking the start of phase two, which concluded in October 2023.
Groupe UP: a forward-looking company
With its many years of experience, Groupe UP has always moved forward, successfully, completing its operations with flying colours. Over time, however, the first generation of employees has gradually given way to a new generation.
Operational changes often go with these transitions, particularly on the technological front.
Seeing technology as a lever for competitiveness and for attracting emerging talent, Groupe UP launched a migration to a modern ERP solution. The aim was to maintain its leading position for years to come, while optimizing its internal processes.
How can you secure your company’s future with software like Business Central?
A company’s future depends to a large extent on its ability to adapt to today’s challenges. Groupe UP was facing a major challenge: its existing solutions, although effective, were beginning to age and were in danger of becoming obsolete.
The company faced a double challenge. On the one hand, it had to ensure business continuity with aging systems raising security concerns. On the other hand, the company wanted to attract new talent by adopting modern technological solutions.
That’s where Business Central came in, offering the flexibility to adapt to these challenges while protecting Groupe Up’s continuity.
Why choose Gestisoft?
At their decisive meeting, Gestisoft turned theory into reality with a captivating demonstration of the ERP product.
When a product from Groupe UP was added to the demonstration, it made the experience of using Business Central more real and useful. It showed how the software could help their daily work right away.
This initial step, guided by Gestisoft’s expertise, established a solid foundation for the project. This initial success paved the way for an immersive learning period, during which Groupe UP became thoroughly familiar with the software’s innovative functionalities.
After learning new skills, the next step began with more confidence. This boosted Groupe Up's trust and excitement for the future partnership with Gestisoft.
A breath of fresh air
At Gestisoft, we understand that every transition to a new solution brings its own challenges.
The aim is to ensure that the new solution adequately meets our current needs, while optimizing those processes that require improvement.
The experienced project team tackled phases one and two with enthusiasm, diving headlong into the new features and challenges encountered.
Olivier Marotte, Vice President Finance
"The software is our working tool. With our previous solution, it was like having a stone hammer. We could accomplish our tasks, but the tool was outdated.
With Business Central, if we decide to move into the Industrial 4.0 era, it’s possible. We now have an up-to-date solution that meets our needs. We’ve really taken a step forward, and we can see all the possibilities we could do in the future."
A long-lasting partnership
Le succès d'une implantation ne dépend pas uniquement de la qualité de la solution logicielle, et cela, Gestisoft et Groupe UP en sont bien conscients. Pour mener à bien un projet, il est crucial de maintenir une communication transparente en permanence.
Olivier Marotte, Vice President Finance
"In every project, there were instances of heightened intensity, but we consistently maintained open communication and expressed ourselves at appropriate times.
The Gestisoft team’s strong organizational framework and empathetic listening abilities allowed us to swiftly overcome any obstacles that arose. As a result, both projects were executed seamlessly and we thoroughly enjoyed collaborating with Gestisoft."
Fast results
The impact of Business Central was instantaneous and significant for Groupe UP.
Implementing Business Central has enabled the company to reorganize its structure to facilitate operations, as well as significantly speeding up day-to-day accounting processes.
For example, monthly closings, which used to take half a day, and annual closings, which could last overnight, have been greatly optimized.
An inspiring evolution
The introduction of this new solution gave rise to the desire to move on to phase two of the project, while at the same time breathing a wind of change through all processes.
Indeed, the new solution enabled the company to review its operations from a new angle, leading to the modernization of several processes to increase the company’s competitiveness.
Olivier Marotte, Vice President Finance
"When you're in your own business and you don't look too much at what's being done elsewhere and everything's working fine, you don't ask yourself any questions.
But by opening the door to a change, it allows us to say to ourselves that certain aspects, we would benefit from changing."
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June 18, 2024 by Arianne Pellerin by Arianne Pellerin Marketing Specialist
Driven by an unwavering obsession to optimize processes and revolutionize marketing with innovative ideas, I never stop searching for the perfect solution. My true passion lies in crafting dreamlike experiences by harnessing the full potential of web analytics and cutting-edge digital strategies. As a blog writer for Gestisoft, I bring this expertise to the forefront, focusing primarily on our ERP solutions.
