previous attempts to integrate electronic data interchange ( EDI ) services to tackle these issues , but found RPA more adaptable and impactful with a quicker implementation timeline . “ With more focus on creating transparency in the supply chain , I firmly believe every professional in the sector will need to step up to technology or get left behind . Once you see it in action you get inspired as to how supply chain digitalisation is such a real and relatively easy win for any company ,” he adds .
In December 2016 , Nando ’ s transitioned to a new enterprise resource planning ( ERP ). “ Our new ERP added the next layer of value to our business by providing easy access to information and allowing the team to plan and perform better . We are at the stage now where we are engaging with our partners to unlock their next level of value by developing the current workspaces or opening up new ones ,” says Pillay . He remarks upon the resilience of his team for dealing with any changes introduced to their operations : “ They have an incomparable drive , discipline and enquiring mind
“ WITH MORE FOCUS ON CREATING TRANSPARENCY IN SUPPLY CHAIN , I FIRMLY BELIEVE EVERY PROFESSIONAL IN THE SECTOR WILL NEED TO STEP UP TO TECHNOLOGY OR GET LEFT BEHIND ”
— Deon Pillay , Head of Supply Chain , Nando ’ s
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