Learn how business processes were improved for an Oklahoma-based nonprofit who updated their ERP system with partnership from RubinBrown.
Learn how business processes were improved for an Oklahoma-based nonprofit who updated their ERP system with partnership from RubinBrown.
This $68 million independent nonprofit Agricultural Research Organization (ARO) is dedicated to delivering science-based solutions to some of agriculture’s greatest challenges. With a focus on fundamental, translational, and applied research, the organization supports innovation in sustainable agriculture and land stewardship. It provides no-cost consultation and education to farmers, ranchers, and land managers, helping improve practices and productivity across diverse landscapes. The organization also operates seven research and demonstration ranches/ farms that serve as hubs for field-based research, training, and community engagement.
The ARO leadership was refocusing on the organization’s mission to applied research from pure research. In addition to the mission shift, the organization was moving from the traditional pro bono services model to a fee for service model. This was a tectonic shift for the organization that required major changes in people, process, and technology.
RubinBrown provided end-to-end project leadership, overseeing every aspect of the initiative, including the evaluation and selection of a new ERP software solution. Through a structured and collaborative decision-making process, the client ultimately selected a new ERP system to enhance productivity and collaboration, along with the a new Human Capital Management (HCM) system to modernize workforce management and HR operations.
The seamless system integration was successfully completed according to the established project timeline and within the approved budget.Led the design and successful implementation of a new Chart of Accounts structure, developed specifically to support and align with a newly adopted fee-for-service business model, ensuring accurate financial tracking and improved reporting capabilities.
Streamlined and automated several previously time-consuming and highly manual processes across Accounts Payable, Budgeting, and Procurement functions, resulting in increased operational efficiency and reduced administrative workload."Our team spent a lot of time debating whether or not to hire an outside consultant for this project, but partnering with RubinBrown was one of the best strategic decisions we could have made. The level of service and their commitment to meeting our specific needs blew us away. We know we chose the right ERP system, but that's because we chose the right consultant to help us get there."
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