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GM³ Project Genie S/4HANA ERP Transformation
GM³ is an emerging Australian metallurgical coal mining company owned by global investment entity Golden Energy and Resources (GEAR) and M Resources, a market leader in
metallurgical coal industry services. With a focus on safe and consistent production, GM3 will leverage strong operational performance to enable long-term future opportunity
from its metallurgical coal assets.
A recent carve-out business from a global Australian mining company, GM³ also known as Illawarra Metallurgical Coal is renowned for producing high-quality metallurgical coal, a
critical component in steel production. Operations for GM³ include two underground coal mines - Appin Mine and Dendrobium Mine in NSW. The company is also part owner of
the Port Kembla Coal Terminal and manages the port on behalf of a consortium of partners.
In a strategic move to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness, GM³ embarked on a transformative journey by transitioning from SAP ECC to S/4HANA. This transition
was aimed at capitalizing on the separation/carveout to uplift and streamline existing processes across various business units, including Finance, Supply Chain, Asset
Management, Warehouse, and Operations.
The new operating model at GM³ is designed to drive operational effectiveness, focusing on a streamlined, scalable transformation of its end-to-end processes. To achieve this,
GM³ has partnered with PwC Australia for system implementation services, leveraging SAP Best Practice solutions to enable a successful S/4HANA transformation within an
ambitious timeframe of under 8 months.
Category : SAP ERP Fast Growth
Industry WebsiteProduct and Services Featured SAP Solutions
Mining & Metals https://gm3.au/Coal Mining S/4HANA RISE PRIVATE CLOUD ERP |
SUCCESSFACTORS | CONCUR | ARIBA | BTP
GM³ Project Genie S/4HANA ERP Transformation
GM³ is an emerging Australian metallurgical coal mining company owned by global investment entity Golden Energy and Resources (GEAR) and M Resources, a market leader in
metallurgical coal industry services. With a focus on safe and consistent production, GM3 will leverage strong operational performance to enable long-term future opportunity
from its metallurgical coal assets.
A recent carve-out business from a global Australian mining company, GM³ also known as Illawarra Metallurgical Coal is renowned for producing high-quality metallurgical coal, a
critical component in steel production. Operations for GM³ include two underground coal mines - Appin Mine and Dendrobium Mine in NSW. The company is also part owner of
the Port Kembla Coal Terminal and manages the port on behalf of a consortium of partners.
In a strategic move to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness, GM³ embarked on a transformative journey by transitioning from SAP ECC to S/4HANA. This transition
was aimed at capitalizing on the separation/carveout to uplift and streamline existing processes across various business units, including Finance, Supply Chain, Asset
Management, Warehouse, and Operations.
The new operating model at GM³ is designed to drive operational effectiveness, focusing on a streamlined, scalable transformation of its end-to-end processes. To achieve this,
GM³ has partnered with PwC Australia for system implementation services, leveraging SAP Best Practice solutions to enable a successful S/4HANA transformation within an
ambitious timeframe of under 8 months.
Category : SAP ERP Fast Growth
Challenges
A key business challenge facing GM³ was the necessity to implement the project within a constrained timeline, requiring
completion in under eight months. This urgency was compounded by significant process and structural changes as GM³
separation from a large global mining organization, This involved scaling down resources and reallocating them to support and
replace previously centralized processes in production planning, data, procurement, and finance areas. This highlighted
concerns about scalability limitations and necessitated a design that could accommodate increased transaction volumes as
GM³ operations expanded.
In addition, managing the extensive external system landscape posed a significant challenge. Previously, GM³ operated with
various SAP and non-SAP systems that suffered from poor integration, resulting in inefficient manual processes and difficulties
in maintaining data accuracy and consistency.
Lastly, employee productivity and engagement were major pain points with the previous system. There was a strong aspiration
to replace outdated or difficult-to-use systems with a modern ERP solution that offers a user-friendly interface and intuitive
experience, thereby improving employee satisfaction and performance.
Appin Mine
Reference: GM³ photography from https://gm3.au/
A key business challenge facing GM³ was the necessity to implement the project within a constrained timeline, requiring
completion in under eight months. This urgency was compounded by significant process and structural changes as GM³
separation from a large global mining organization, This involved scaling down resources and reallocating them to support and
replace previously centralized processes in production planning, data, procurement, and finance areas. This highlighted
concerns about scalability limitations and necessitated a design that could accommodate increased transaction volumes as
GM³ operations expanded.
In addition, managing the extensive external system landscape posed a significant challenge. Previously, GM³ operated with
various SAP and non-SAP systems that suffered from poor integration, resulting in inefficient manual processes and difficulties
in maintaining data accuracy and consistency.
Lastly, employee productivity and engagement were major pain points with the previous system. There was a strong aspiration
to replace outdated or difficult-to-use systems with a modern ERP solution that offers a user-friendly interface and intuitive
experience, thereby improving employee satisfaction and performance.
Appin Mine
Reference: GM³ photography from https://gm3.au/
Solution
The implementation of SAP for GM³ was guided by a well-defined strategy that focused on both data migration using the
SNP tool and a greenfield design approach. This strategy was crucial in outlining the project scope and establishing a
realistic timeline that aligned with GM3's business objectives.
Key differentiators of SAP include its configurable capabilities, which allow for customization to GM3's unique processes.
This adaptability enhances the standard solutions and significantly uplifts user satisfaction. GM³ successfully integrated
the core S/4HANA ERP system with several external systems, both within and outside the SAP landscape, including
Convergent IS (BTP), Ariba, Concur, and SuccessFactors.
A major highlight of this project was the achievement of business objectives that motivated the implementation. These
objectives were centered around improved efficiency, particularly in the Supply and Finance sectors, enhanced reporting
capabilities, better decision-making, and increased scalability to meet future business requirements as GM³ evolves and
grows.
This strategic approach not only ensured a smooth transition but also positioned GM³ to leverage its technological
investments for long-term success.
Projects
Reference: GM³ photography from https://gm3.au/
The implementation of SAP for GM³ was guided by a well-defined strategy that focused on both data migration using the
SNP tool and a greenfield design approach. This strategy was crucial in outlining the project scope and establishing a
realistic timeline that aligned with GM3's business objectives.
Key differentiators of SAP include its configurable capabilities, which allow for customization to GM3's unique processes.
This adaptability enhances the standard solutions and significantly uplifts user satisfaction. GM³ successfully integrated
the core S/4HANA ERP system with several external systems, both within and outside the SAP landscape, including
Convergent IS (BTP), Ariba, Concur, and SuccessFactors.
A major highlight of this project was the achievement of business objectives that motivated the implementation. These
objectives were centered around improved efficiency, particularly in the Supply and Finance sectors, enhanced reporting
capabilities, better decision-making, and increased scalability to meet future business requirements as GM³ evolves and
grows.
This strategic approach not only ensured a smooth transition but also positioned GM³ to leverage its technological
investments for long-term success.
Projects
Reference: GM³ photography from https://gm3.au/
Impact
ERP Data cutover achieved
in <24Hrs
+800 suppliers migrated
and enabled onto new
S/4HANA, Ariba and
Supplier Portal (BTP)
Rapid S/4HANA
implementation driven by
separation, live in 8 months
Successfully implemented S/4HANA using a greenfield approach, migrating from ECC in less than 8 months. Achieving seamless integration
with various SAP and non-SAP systems, including Ariba, Concur, SuccessFactors, and the Convergent IS portal.
Key business outcomes included the successful deployment of S/4HANA within a constrained timeline and budget, avoiding additional
penalties for GM³.
Enhanced enterprise asset management processes by utilizing SAP Fiori solutions with minimal enhancements to fit GM3's unique needs.
Realized significant benefits by transitioning from a centralized team to business function ownership, driving process improvements and
maintenance.
In procurement, transitioned existing Ariba vendors and finalized the enablement process with select business-to-business integrated and
catalog-enabled suppliers.
Leveraged BTP-enabled solutions, such as the Convergent IS portal, to support suppliers formerly submitting invoices manually, significantly
improving efficiency and reducing costs and FTE by minimizing manual touchpoints.
ERP Data cutover achieved
in <24Hrs
+800 suppliers migrated
and enabled onto new
S/4HANA, Ariba and
Supplier Portal (BTP)
Rapid S/4HANA
implementation driven by
separation, live in 8 months
Successfully implemented S/4HANA using a greenfield approach, migrating from ECC in less than 8 months. Achieving seamless integration
with various SAP and non-SAP systems, including Ariba, Concur, SuccessFactors, and the Convergent IS portal.
Key business outcomes included the successful deployment of S/4HANA within a constrained timeline and budget, avoiding additional
penalties for GM³.
Enhanced enterprise asset management processes by utilizing SAP Fiori solutions with minimal enhancements to fit GM3's unique needs.
Realized significant benefits by transitioning from a centralized team to business function ownership, driving process improvements and
maintenance.
In procurement, transitioned existing Ariba vendors and finalized the enablement process with select business-to-business integrated and
catalog-enabled suppliers.
Leveraged BTP-enabled solutions, such as the Convergent IS portal, to support suppliers formerly submitting invoices manually, significantly
improving efficiency and reducing costs and FTE by minimizing manual touchpoints.
“”"Delivering a transition program of this scale — while simultaneously rebranding the business, establishing
new operating functions, and building an entirely new technology landscape with SAP S/4HANA and
SuccessFactors — is a remarkable accomplishment.”
“The pace, complexity, and quality of execution you delivered under intense pressure is truly outstanding.”
Amanda Crehan, General Manager (Transitional Director)
new operating functions, and building an entirely new technology landscape with SAP S/4HANA and
SuccessFactors — is a remarkable accomplishment.”
“The pace, complexity, and quality of execution you delivered under intense pressure is truly outstanding.”
Amanda Crehan, General Manager (Transitional Director)