4most to launch powerful SAP-powered automotive dealer, vehicle management solution

By Phumeza Tontsi for 4most
Johannesburg, 30 Jul 2014

South Africa's automotive industry is not without challenges. Volatile changes, driven by changing consumer behaviour, has seen the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (NAAMSA) consistently record lower sales compared to 2013.

"The need to evolve is key," says Marius Fabian, MD, 4most, a leading supplier and implementer of SAP and ERP software and technology. "Players need to manage their roles in emerging and mature markets, with a focus on competitive differentiation." This includes cost reduction and the improvement of operational efficiencies.

"Collaboration is essential," continues Fabian. "All stakeholders, across the automotive value chain, need to look at a restructuring and integration of business to provide flexibility in this new operating environment."

Specifically developed for the automotive industry and powered by SAP Business One, 4most's Enterprise Manager (EMA) drives collaboration, cost and operational efficiencies. It provides a dealer and vehicle management system for large manufacturers (original equipment manufacturers) and vehicle dealerships (sales and service).

"Simple yet powerful, it can be tailored to fit today's needs while adapting to tomorrow," says Fabian. As an integrated management solution, EMA provides a single system that automates processes and delivers a reliable, unified picture of operations based on up-to-the-minute information.

The official launch of 4most's EMA will provide an opportunity to demonstrate its ability to ease industry challenges, capture opportunities and manage complex processes - all in one simplified, user-friendly and intuitive system. "It's an event tailored to the automotive industry," continues Fabian, "and will include a forum for the discussion of pertinent issues relevant to industry players."

The event will be hosted at the SAP Business Park, Woodmead, Johannesburg, 26 August 2014 at 2:30pm. While no cost for attendance, registration is essential. Please e-mail info@4most.co.za or visit www.4most.co.za.

4most

4most, established in 2004, is the number one supplier and implementer of SAP ERP business management solution software and technology solutions. With offices in South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, Kenya, Namibia and Malawi, along with a growing footprint evident in the DRC and Tanzania, 4most offers a strong base provided by considerable experience and skills accumulated over 25 years.

We have implemented over 3 000 SAP Business One users across numerous industries and have supplied services to more than 150 companies, including implementation, support and maintenance. Application modifications of SAP Business One and other ERP software systems have provided tailor-made and innovative solutions, which have created a competitive advantage for numerous businesses in southern Africa.

4most truly partners with its clients from the very beginning. It has dynamic IT and business specialists, which provides customers with a platform for growth based on best practice, and understands the SME-market as well as support functions which include infrastructure support and maintenance, software development and training.

4most seeks to fully understand its clients' business and daily operational processes. It then addresses their requirements while sharing its knowledge and expertise, and best advises them of industry standards and best practices. 4most provides them with a clear project plan detailing roles, responsibilities and timelines, and it remains with its clients as they grow and helps them to define their future business.

As a SAP Gold Partner, being the first and only partner to establish all-round SAP competency, the consistency of its expertise in business management solutions has earned 4most an award-winning reputation. The company boasts a dedicated client care centre and an in-house training facility for continued care. Its offices include a data centre to facilitate hosted solutions tailored to business-specific requirements.

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