MICROSOFT DYNAMICS AX FOR EQUIPMENT DEALERS

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1 MICROSOFT DYNAMICS AX FOR EQUIPMENT DEALERS

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3 harnesses over 15 years of working with heavy equipment dealers to gain industry focused experience that improves bottom line. Heavy Equipment businesses and their customers are facing what many feel are the most difficult trading conditions in years. Competition is increasing and customers are demanding better service, more efficient distribution, lower cost and shorter delivery times. Manufacturers are seeking to better integrate with their distributors, seeking more and more timely information, whilst shareholders and Principals are demanding better management of scarce resources. 1

4 ABOUT As a software and solutions development company focused on the development and implementation of integrated software solutions tailored to the Heavy Equipment Industry, harnesses over 15 years of working with heavy equipment dealers to gain industry focused experience that improves bottom lines. Through real-time integration across multi-site and region business, our enterprise wide solutions increase efficiency and provide competitive advantage through better service, more effective distribution of assets, optimised management of resources, improved delivery times and increased client retention and growth; meeting the most complex and unique demands of the heavy equipment and material handling industry. Through access to real-time information, our solutions drive real-time decision to provide stakeholders and shareholders with transparency and visibility of performance across assets, resources and financials. Microsoft Dynamics AX for Equipment Dealers is based on Microsoft Dynamics AX and supported by our global implementation and support teams who are focused on helping businesses achieve operational efficiency and growth through the consolidation of disparate systems into a single integrated enterprise solution that delivers quantified results. An integrated solution for the Equipment industry offers a fully integrated solution that provides functionality across the entire dealership. From CRM to field service, rental, equipment sales, parts, and a full suite of financials, the system incorporates functionality that meets the needs of all areas of the dealership. continues to work with dealerships across the globe; building business specific knowledge and experience. This benefits clients by extending our understanding of what dealers need to drive efficiency and growth throughout their business including the added complexity of implementing systems in multiple countries, cultures and languages. Headquarters in USA, with offices in Asia Pacific and Europe, is a division of the New Frontier Group, which operates in 14 countries world-wide with over 1500 people. 2

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6 WHY Our people understand your business We have built a team of specialist consultants with specific experience in the Heavy Equipment and Material Handling industries; training our consultants to understand the specific needs of your industry and working with dealers globally to ensure our people understand your business. With a unique repository of insight and intellectual property, specific to your industry and benefiting from relationships with dealerships world-wide, we implement solutions that facilitate the achievement of your business goals. Global interfaces; local implementations The complex structures of equipment dealerships, their suppliers and customers, demand both global and local knowledge. We bring the reassurance of a fully integrated solution, tailored to equipment dealers, with an understanding of regional requirements, delivered by Award winning specialists. provides clients full visibility and control across every branch and subsidiary, wherever their location. The assurance of an award winning Microsoft Partner As a Gold Certified Partner and Award winning ERP Partner, our clients take comfort in the strength of our association with Microsoft, and the flexibility and dynamism of their product suite. We use our knowledge to collaborate and drive improvements directly within the Microsoft solution. Together we evolve to deliver greater value in your Heavy Equipment Dealership. Our industry knowledge sharpens your results By working with dealers around the globe, we know what works for Equipment Dealerships. Over 15 years of experience has brought us successful implementations, and satisfied clients who benefit from increased efficiency, profitability and growth, and they re happy to share their satisfaction. was willing to embrace the uniqueness of our business and add functionality that specifically supports us; with and other Caterpillar Dealers, we have created a true collaboration model Rod Ford, CIO, Milton CAT has been able to build needed functionality to provide the efficiencies we need in a high transaction ERP solution at a reasonable expense Lloyd Gurley, CIO Gregory Poole CAT We have now concluded week 8 of the project and with that, Accounts Receivable/Collections. I am confident that any one of us involved could complete any part of the process with our eyes closed. I believe this speaks to both the quality of people involved and the overall intuitiveness of the system. Gabe Forseberg, Finance and Operations Lead, NMC CAT 4 We completed the analysis phase of our project one month ahead of schedule Sherry Magwire, Vice President IT NMC CAT

7 We bring the reassurance of a fully integrated solution, tailored to equipment dealers 5

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9 The Complete Dealer Solution INTERFACES OEM Bank Business Partners Equipment Lifecycle Equipment Sales Rental & Lease Fleet Attachment General Ledger A/R & A/P Purchasing Human Resources Service, Contracts & Warranty Field & Shop Floor Scheduling Parts Sales Parts Lifecycle CRM Power Systems Telematics Integration Bank Skill & Certification Component Lifecycle Inventory Planning & Control BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE Manufacturing Customer Portals Fixed Assets Employee Expense Time Capture & Reporting Advanced Warehouse The Perfect Solution; configured for your business As the only Microsoft Partner focused on the Heavy Equipment & Material Handling industries, our implementations of Microsoft Dynamics AX are truly configured to your business needs. We understand the networks and complexities of dealer networks, and the need to find a truly integrated solution that provides visibility and customisations from parent through to subsidiary whilst providing the agility and speed you need to run effective operations and deliver a great experience for your clients. Providing absolute interoperability, s technology platform simplifies deployment and lowers cost; enabling you to find a customised business solution that works the way you do. Integration + Interoperability = Growth and Profitability with Microsoft Dynamics AX for Equipment Dealers Microsoft Dynamics AX for Equipment Dealers offers an outstanding combination of functionality, flexibility, integration, affordability and scalability, and is proven to deliver growth and profitability for Equipment Dealerships. At, we understand your business isn t just about equipment; it s about managing and delivering against the expectations of your clients to achieve your profit and growth goals. Enjoy the operational efficiency that results from reducing the volume and complexity of systems within your operation; make savings through reduced cost of operation and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and enjoy the benefits of intelligence that will provide the tools you need to exceed your KPI s, deliver growth and sustained profitability. Maximise your growth potential Manage your business in real-time make pro-active, smart and informed decisions based on a single integrated source of timely and accurate information sourced from your own business. Benefit from a single accurate view of warranty, service contracts, new and used equipment sales, rental and more. Track, evaluate and monitor equipment throughout its lifecycle to track whole of life value for each of your equipment assets. 7

10 The solution. One database. One environment. Fully integrated. No redundancy. EQUIPMENT Manage, track, monitor and value equipment sales, service, rental and repair to determine life metrics SERVICE Gain instant insight into fleet utilisation, undertake seamless inter-departmental transfers with full financial integration PARTS & SUPPLY CHAIN Connect sales and purchasing processes with logistics, production and warehouse management for visibility throughout the supply chain POWER SYSTEMS & PROJECT MANAGEMENT Gain increased visibility across equipment, parts, service and financials to improve, tracking, reporting and performance measurement FINANCIAL Register financial transactions, manage parent and subsidiary relationships, control expenditure and enforce policies and procedures to gain full financial visibility and control across the business HUMAN RESOURCES Store and manage employee records, skills, recruitment and training to facilitate quick and easy job allocations and identify upskill and certification needs PROCUREMENT & SOURCING Facilitate direct and indirect procurement and establish centralised buyer capability that supports adherence to procurement policies and processes SALES, MARKETING & CLIENT MANAGEMENT Build and strengthen client relationships through integrated sales, customer and marketing capability that provides a 360 degree view of current and prospective opportunities BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE Track your goals and performance through dashboard capability with customised reporting configurations that drive responsive and pro-active decision making 8

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