Coster Group, founded in 1963 in Italy, is a multinational provider of spray packaging solutions and aerosol filling equipment. It addresses all segments of the market with a complete range of aerosol valves and actuators, spray pumps, dispensers, and anodizing solutions.
The Challenge
Coster Group relied on a traditional APS that failed to maintain appropriate stock and service levels, resulting in cost pressures, waste, and a delayed response to customer demand. Moreover, this system used static data and periodic updates, missing real-time changes in demand, supply, and market conditions.
The Solution
Starting with a pilot phase (PoC), we implemented SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing for Planning and Scheduling in the assembly department of the Coster 2 plant in Calceranica, Trento (Italy), within 6 months. The new tool coexisted with the old APS for two months to verify data alignment. The implementation expanded to include molding and a full rollout across other plants in Italy and Spain.
SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing for Planning and Scheduling was chosen as the best solution to meet our customers' needs and was seamlessly integrated into the existing environment, where the client already used SAP S/4HANA as their ERP system. We provide the Coster scheduling team with training on processes and software during each go-live.
The Benefits
La nostra soluzione offre aggiornamenti in tempo reale della Planning Board in base alle modifiche agli ordini di vendita, garantendo un’integrazione fluida tra pianificazione, servizio clienti e logistica. In questo modo, gli ordini di vendita sono costantemente aggiornati in base all’avanzamento della produzione.
Il cliente può monitorare continuamente il carico di lavoro e la capacità produttiva degli impianti, affrontando tempestivamente criticità e anomalie. Comunicando con precisione le date di spedizione ai propri clienti, Coster Group ha potuto migliorare la soddisfazione del cliente.
Inoltre, la what-if analysis consente una maggiore reattività in caso di anticipi di produzione, manutenzione degli impianti, attivazione del terzo turno e disponibilità del personale.
Customer Quote
Implementing SAP EPPDS has transformed our planning capabilities, allowing us to respond dynamically to real-time changes in sales orders and production schedules. The seamless integration between planning, customer service, and logistics ensures that our teams are always aligned, improving operational efficiency. The ability to monitor plant capacity and workload in real time helps us anticipate and resolve potential issues before they escalate. The added flexibility of the what-if analysis tool enables us to make informed decisions quickly, enhancing our agility in production planning and resource allocation. This has not only optimized our internal processes but also significantly improved our customer satisfaction by providing accurate shipping dates and meeting our commitments.
Our collaboration with SYSCONS has been crucial to this success. Their in-depth understanding of our business needs and continuous support throughout the implementation process ensured a smooth transition. Their proactive approach in tailoring the solution to our specific requirements has allowed us to maximize the benefits of SAP EPPDS, while their ongoing partnership continues to help us identify new opportunities for optimization and growth.
