Microsoft Dynamics pips SAP for Delta Star

LYNCHBURG, US: I.B.I.S., Inc., Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, and Delta Star, Inc. announce the selection of Microsoft Dynamics AX for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) functions at Delta Star. Delta Star is a top tier, multi-site manufacturer of medium powered transformers and substations; and has been in business for over 100 years, providing customers quality products and service.

Delta Star carefully evaluated three enterprise business solutions — Microsoft Dynamics AX, SAP and Epicor. Their goal was to Choose the best solution as an engineer to order (ETO) equipment manufacturer;select a solution that will support them for many, many years to come; drive best practices and improved performance across their multi-site operations; support continued profitable growth through even tighter integration of their East and West coast operations on a single, integrated ERP solution.

After much research, it was obvious to Delta Star that Microsoft Dynamics AX addresses the major challenges and will best meet the organization’s needs. I.B.I.S. specializes in implementing large-scale installations, and will implement the new solution.

“We reviewed three impressive, leading mid-tier ERP solutions. Each company had obvious key strengths, but Dynamics AX rose to the top in terms of scope, flexibility and ease of use. The I.B.I.S. / Microsoft implementation approach mixes well with Delta Star’s improvement methodology and pace. On both fronts, software and partner, we are confident in our choice,” stated Randall Robinson, Director of Improvement Initiatives.

“Delta Star recognized the Manufacturing strength of Microsoft Dynamics AX, which is available to users in a familiar and easy to use format, from the world leader in technology. They were also aware of I.B.I.S.’ expertise in the Manufacturing industry and realized we would be a key partner in the success of the project. Delta Star is investing in its future by utilizing best practices to set a foundation for continued profitable growth,” stated Andy Vabulas, Chief Executive Officer at I.B.I.S.