In an exciting strategic move,
Cognizant has announced a new collaboration with
Kramp, Europe's leading technical wholesaler for spare parts and accessories related to agriculture, forestry, landscaping, and construction. This partnership intends to revolutionize Kramp’s IT infrastructure by creating a cutting-edge, cost-effective, and flexible IT platform. The primary goal is to significantly improve operational efficiency, enhance customer experience, and drive company growth.
Established in the Netherlands, Kramp aims to transition from outdated legacy systems to a modern, data-driven ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) solution. This shift isn't merely about technical upgrades; Kramp is seeking to streamline and standardize its processes, removing legacy systems that no longer serve its operational needs. Olivier Luxon, Vice President of Technology at Kramp, emphasizes the necessity of leveraging this opportunity to generate incremental business value. "We need a partner who can comprehend our ambitions and support us on this challenging journey. Cognizant's expertise in complex systems and client-centric solutions made them the ideal choice for us. We foresee this as the beginning of a long-term partnership aimed at achieving our business goals,” remarks Luxon.
As Kramp embarks on this transformation, it recognizes the significant opportunities that digital advancement can bring, especially concerning e-commerce, supply chain management, and customer service. The new ERP system is specifically designed to meet these evolving needs by integrating trade, supply chain management, warehousing, and financial functions into one uniform IT platform. This initiative is aimed at converting Kramp into a flexible organization that can quickly respond to customer inquiries and enhance operational efficiency.
Saket Gulati, Senior Vice President and General Manager for Northern Europe at Cognizant, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, "We are thrilled to work with Kramp to create a future-ready business. With this new platform, Kramp will be well-equipped to meet the changing demands of the market and effectively reach its customers.” He further emphasizes Cognizant's recognition of understanding the critical elements that drive long-term results and the challenges businesses must overcome to remain future-ready.
This collaboration represents a significant acknowledgment of the rapidly evolving industrial landscape, where companies like Kramp strive to optimize their operations and offerings through technological innovation. Recognized for its extensive product range and advanced e-commerce solutions, Kramp seeks to solidify its role as a dependable partner for its growing clientele. With operations spanning across over 20 European countries and a workforce of more than 3,500 employees, Kramp is firmly positioned for substantial growth.
In summary, the partnership between Cognizant and Kramp marks a promising step towards digital transformation in Europe's wholesaler market. By adopting a modern ERP solution, Kramp is set to enhance its operational capabilities and customer engagement, while Cognizant continues to support enterprises in their digital journeys. For ongoing updates about this partnership and other business developments, visit the
Cognizant Newsroom. To learn more about Kramp, peruse their vast offerings at
www.kramp.com.
This collaboration not only signifies technological advancement but also reflects the industry's shift towards more integrated, efficient, and customer-oriented business models, setting a precedent for future partnerships in the sector.