endorsedOngoing

ICAN ERP Invoice Scanning & Processing Tool for Alstom

Services Covered:

Software Maintenance and Support

Industry

Engineering & Manufacturing

Duration

199 months

Budget

10K - 49K

Start Date

1 January 2010

Team Size

Confidential

Engagement Model

Onshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

78/100

Good

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Client

Alstom

India

Project Summary

Hakuna Matata developed ICAN, an HTML/Flash-based ERP invoice scanning and processing solution that operates within a VPN server and serves as an interface between disparate ERPs and remote locations. The vendor has supported additional applications and provided ongoing application management since 2010. The tool reduced costs and improved operations, and the vendor follows Agile practices and provides consistent status updates.

Key Challenges

Process invoices from multiple disparate ERPs (SAP/Oracle and non-strategic systems)
Enable remote invoice scanning and centralized processing from India for locations such as South Africa, UAE, and Egypt
Deliver a low-cost, one-time investment alternative to more expensive market tools

Project Deliverables

ICAN scanning interface between ERP and remote locations
HTML/Flash-based applications operating within a VPN server
Multiple invoice-processing workflows

Project Solution

Hakuna Matata developed ICAN, a scanning solution that serves as the interface between multiple ERPs and remote locations. The vendor executed the project from provided requirements, implemented multiple workflows for invoice scanning and processing, and delivered HTML/Flash-based applications that operate within a VPN server. They also provided additional application development and ongoing support.

Project Outcome

Significant cost savings and improved operational efficiency
Ongoing relationship and continued application support since 2010
Strong project management with Agile delivery and regular status updates

Platforms

Tech Stack

HTML

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

4.5

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“Applying an Agile methodology allows Hakuna Matata’s team to work efficiently, and ultimately keeps costs at a minimum. This long-standing partnership continues to be fueled by the exceptional quality of their products, along with their ability to provide consistent status updates.”
Vipin Valsaraj
Lean Process Manager
Date: 08/31/2017