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A European manufacturer Saving nearly USD19 million through improved workplace management
Overview
A European manufacturer Saving nearly USD19 million through improved workplace managementIBM |
Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP) | |
Facility Management | |
Building Automation & Control | |
System Integration | |
Operational Impact
The company shifted to a centralized global workplace organization with functional capabilities that included real estate management, workplace solutions, facilities management, financial management, and process and tools management. | |
The global workplace organization reduced staff from more than 600 to less than 150 employees and utilized outsourcing to support a broad array of tactical services such as real estate transaction services, project management and facility management. | |
The company standardized on IBM’s IWMS solution, IBM TRIRIGA®, which helped automate time-consuming activities and advanced capabilities. | |
Quantitative Benefit
In 2009, the company performed a detailed cost savings analysis that showed USD19 million savings for the year along with a 400 percent return on investment over five years (from 2004 - 2009). | |
The company reduced its overall portfolio by approximately three million square feet, which represents nearly USD6.2 million in savings. | |
The company also realized additional savings in facilities energy consumption. | |