Drink-IT extended Dynamics NAV with modules for quality control, recipe management, packaging, distribution and tax. We tailored these workflows to Westons’ exact needs.
"Node4 (formerly TNP) have helped us to tailor the workflows in the Production and Quality Control modules so they meet our exact requirements. All the cider and perries produced by Westons Cider are made using the workflow processes within the Production module. We then ensure the drinks have been correctly produced by testing using the workflow processes within the Quality Control modules."
Reporting was another area transformed. Dynamics NAV’s built-in reports were useful but limited. We introduced Jet Reports, an Excel-based tool that automated and simplified reporting across the business.
"The manual process of producing reports would feel like one long hangover (something we’re sure has featured somewhere in the Westons history!); Jet Reports has changed this. The time saved through using this one function alone is almost immeasurable. The finance team produce approximately 100 reports each week and we have automated virtually the entire process, with the reports being sent automatically at various times during the week. We have also set up templates for ad-hoc reporting, it is so straightforward that anyone can produce a report."
Future plans include integrating Exceedra, a consumer industry planning tool, and rolling out Dynamics NAV CRM for campaign and opportunity management.
"By carrying out the planned projects, we will have a single source of information across the entire business. All business activity will be mainly conducted on or through, Dynamics NAV, enabling us to produce reports with one version of the truth. For strategic planning purposes this level of clarity is invaluable."
