Transforming Procurement
Aneon partners with Siltronic AG to enhance procurement processes through JAGGAER’s software, focusing on efficiency, transparency, and user acceptance.
Client Challenge
Strategic purchasing processes
Siltronic’s management had already decided in 2018 to introduce JAGGAER to reorganize and structure numerous purchasing processes. The first project phase, completed in 2020, covered basic supplier management, eProcurement and ordering processes. As one of the technology leaders and a driving force for innovation in the field of silicon wafer production, strategic purchasing processes and reliable quality management are particularly important for Siltronic. Therefore, after the successful introduction of the software in phase 1, it was time to devote more attention to these essential criteria and integrate them more strongly into the software – in order to work highly efficiently and guarantee long-term success.
Goal: Improved quality and supplier management
The aim was therefore to further digitalize supplier management and improve the controlling of suppliers. In order to identify relevant partners and evaluate risks in the future, but also to simplify and accelerate internal processes. The resulting improvement in quality and increased efficiency will support Siltronic’s long-term success.
Aneon’s Approach
The solution was provided by JAGGAER, the market leader among procurement software manufacturers. A new way to procure and enter into partnerships. The associated expertise in the areas of procurement, implementation, change and communication was provided by aneon.
The transformation to digital procurement was accompanied by aneon employees in all project phases in order to create real performance benefits for the entire Siltronic organization. Starting with comprehensive consulting and review of the professional and technical requirements, training, the final cutover (i.e. the transfer to the productive system), all the way to the company-wide roll-out. In order to guarantee the flawless, intact operation of the complex system and to make Siltronic more competitive with the help of the digital solution.
It is a long way until a system is implemented and both internal users and suppliers accept and use it. For aneon, the digitalization of purchasing therefore does not end with the technical configuration.
With aneon solutions GmbH as a reliable partner, the software was implemented at Siltronic in the greatest possible depth. Thanks to numerous consultations, it was possible to make detailed adjustments to the system in order to meet the customer’s requirements.
“With aneon, we have found a reliable and ambitious partner and thus the best solution for our company. The outstanding know-how in the field of procurement, the proximity to JAGGAER as their premium partner, but above all the expertise of the software are what set this company apart”, says Gunnar Brendler, Head of Strategic Purchasing at Siltronic AG and project manager for the implementation of the second phase of the procurement suite JAGGAER.
Not only that, aneon also supports Siltronic employees in establishing the project within the company. Training courses based on the “train the trainer” principle, documents for internal training and do’s and don’ts are all part of the holistic approach. After all, digital transformation is a challenge and must be communicated in the best possible way to guarantee maximum acceptance of the software within the company.
Results
Transparency & Efficiency
Knowing at a glance which supplier is suitable saves valuable time and a lot of money. Thanks to the new software, this is now possible. Tenders can be created within minutes and suppliers can be evaluated on the basis of defined risk factors and existing assessments. Ultimately, the right decision can be made quickly and accurately when awarding a contract.
Procurement strategies are now more transparent and easier to understand. The software’s automated functions also help to avoid unnecessary and costly errors.
The Next Steps: Phase 3
In fact, the next stage of the successful partnership is already being implemented. Together with aneon, JAGGAER is being rolled out in the newly built factory in Singapore. aneon’s Change & Communication department is responsible for training materials and conducting training sessions based on the “train the trainer” principle.
“We are grateful that aneon is accompanying us throughout the implementation and simplifying the rollout for Siltronic with “Change & Communication” and reducing the internal effort.”
“We have achieved our goals and the success of the project is already measurable. We would like to thank aneon for the flawless implementation and plan to continue on this path with aneon solutions.”
About siltronic AG
Precision, innovation, growth.
As one of the leading wafer manufacturers, Siltronic is a global player with production facilities in Asia, Europe and the USA. Silicon wafers are the foundation of the modern semiconductor industry and the basis for chips in all areas of electronic applications – from computers and smartphones to electric cars and wind turbines. International and customer-oriented, the company consistently focuses on quality, precision, innovation and growth. Siltronic AG employs around 4,500 people worldwide and has been listed in the Prime Standard of the German Stock Exchange since 2015. The shares of Siltronic AG are represented in the two stock market indices SDAX and TecDAX.
About aneon solutions GmbH
Makes your purchasing fit for the future.
aneon solutions GmbH is an internationally operating management consultancy specializing in the implementation of purchasing software solutions.
Founded two years ago, aneon is already a preferred partner of leading providers such as JAGGAER and ONVENTIS. As a partner of the H&Z Group, aneon offers its customers extended solutions such as change communication and customized training that create added value.
Top customer satisfaction is demonstrated by projects with more than 50 customers in which new software was implemented or existing systems were expanded. One long-standing partner is BSH, for example, which has long relied on the consultancy’s expertise.
