Power your ROI
with A365

Implementing the A365 solution on top of Microsoft Dynamics 365 can deliver significant benefits to your organization‘s financial performance.

Post A365 implementation, our customers have enjoyed streamlined efficiency, driven by automation, optimized workflows, and insightful analytics facilitating informed decisions.

This transformation has significantly positively impacted their financial performance. Elevate your business growth and unlock enhanced financial performance by choosing A365 for implementation.

When engaging with our customers, we consistently receive valuable feedback indicating that our solution positively impacts various facets of the organization, contributing to enhanced overall performance. These impactful levers encompass:

New revenues
enabled

Our functional breadth enables expanding revenue sources through new business models, such as renting, leasing and servicing while the continuous improvements of our solution can help future-proofing your business.

We can increase revenues by planning our service better […] A clear lever is that our workshop is more efficient, and utilization is higher

Automotive executive

Data-driven
efficiency

Real-time visibility and data integrity enable cost efficiencies through optimized inventory management, increased fleet utilization, and more accurate, data-driven decision-making.

We can tell dealers how they can optimize inventory, when they can expect next shipments for us, etc. Real time visibility is a lever that can reduce inventory value by 10-15% easily

Automotive OEM executive

Streamlined
management

Simplified IT maintenance, cloud integration, reduced risk of cyber-attacks and increased automation of tasks enable a reduced cost base through increased streamlining of IT operations.

Based on what we have seen when switching from older software I believe we can expect total IT savings of 20%

Automotive executive

Discover how A365 can elevate your business growth and unlock enhanced financial performance

For example, a customer with $2.5 billion in revenues and a workforce of 3,500 Full-Time Employees (FTEs), our preliminary assessment indicates a potential return on investment ranging from 8 to 9 times the initial investment. Anticipating a swift payback period of approximately one year, the projected total annual net impact is estimated to fall within the range of $8 million to $10 million.

Potential impact of A365

Let’s take a look at the potential impact and ROI your business could achieve with A365. The following scenarios, based on simulations, highlight how A365 can address everyday challenges in your business operations.

These scenarios are just the beginning. The real impact of A365 lies in how it can revolutionize your entire automotive, trucks & buses, and equipment businesses, from the sales floor to the service workshop. With smarter, faster tools, your team will work more efficiently, make fewer mistakes, and ultimately drive more growth.

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Driving positive change globally

50+

Channel partners

100+

Customer brands

100+

Customer countries

100,000+

Users

Superior performance on the most important purchasing criteria

Leader

Key purchasing criteria

Annata performance

Tech backbone

Domain expertise

Functionality

Future-proof

Flexibility for partnership

The voice of our customers

“The people we talked to had strong functional expertise and understanding of our business”

“We wanted to be able to test new business cases fast. Annata was much more flexible and future-proof than our current provider”

“Annata can integrate different interfaces for different OEMs which we haven’t seen with other providers before”

“We have a very good relationship with Annata, they are very agile and approachable”

Curious about the potential return on investment (ROI) for your business through A365 implementation?

Annata picked for superior material handling performance by Leading North American equipment dealer

North America

Dealer

A prominent material handling equipment dealer, with a network spanning over 60 locations across North America, is committed to delivering a comprehensive range of services, including new and used equipment, rentals, parts, service solutions, and training, with a strong emphasis on exceptional customer service.

The collaboration between Annata and Microsoft that led to the successful partnership with the customer was built on a foundation of team expertise and trust, ensuring a strong working relationship.

In their initiative to replace the current system, the company aspired to migrate to a modern, Azure cloud-based platform to optimize their Microsoft Dynamics investment. The primary goals included achieving business transformation, ensuring scalability, and eliminating system performance constraints.

The decision to upgrade to Dynamics 365 stemmed from challenges such as instability, poor performance, and growth limitations experienced in their previous solution installation.

The overarching objective was to address these issues and enhance the overall efficiency and stability of their operational environment. Annata’s offering stood out with its comprehensive equipment lifecycle functionality, addressing the customer’s specific needs in a tailored manner. System performance and adherence to Independent Software Vendor (ISV) compliance were pivotal aspects that contributed to the decision, assuring the customer of a robust and reliable solution.

Annata’s commitment to ongoing development, reflected in their ecosystem investment and roadmap, aligned well with the customer’s long-term goals. Microsoft’s Proof of Concept (POC) support played a crucial role in demonstrating the capabilities of the proposed Dynamics 365 solution.

The success of the partnership was further cemented by the strong collaboration and partnership ethos shared between Annata and Microsoft, ensuring a holistic and effective approach to meeting the customer’s requirement.

Automotive powerhouse selects A365 for next-level business optimization

North America

Distributor

A privately-owned enterprise with a significant presence in the automotive industry, operates as a key distributor for a globally recognized automotive brand. As the largest independent distributor for this brand on a global scale, the division serves a network over 150 independent dealerships.

Previously relying on an outdated “Green Screen” system and managing a complex network of around 200 applications, the company recognized the need for a transformative change. The existing system, developed over 25 years, had become inadequate for evolving dealer needs, leading to technical debt rather than delivering value. To address this, the enterprise sought a modern solution to meet the dynamic requirements of the automotive industry and enhance overall operational efficiency. The Microsoft Dynamics 365 and A365 combination were selected to improve forecasting, streamline vehicle ordering processes, and reduce lead times from inspection to final delivery.

The enterprise now leverages the full A365 platform, including warranty management and rental services, to optimize its operations. The pivotal factor in selecting this solution was the ability to offer a platform tailored to the automotive industry, providing comprehensive visibility, management, and controls throughout the entire vehicle lifecycle. This capability formed the cornerstone of a compelling value narrative, resonating strongly with a diverse group of stakeholders.

The decision to choose Microsoft Dynamics and A365 exemplified a strategic approach, wherein technology was prioritized first, aligning subsequently with the market for a systems integrator. This decision underscored the strategic fit of the chosen technology to the specific needs of the enterprise, setting the stage for a successful implementation and business transformation.

Key automotive importer and dealer adopts A365 for comprehensive operational enhancement

Latin America

Importer and dealer

Founded in 1963 in Latin America, this key player in the local automotive industry has solidified its standing among the top groups in the sector. Over six decades, the company has maintained consistent growth, establishing a robust financial foundation.

Central to their success is a commitment to transparent management, enabling them to overcome challenges. The company prioritizes key strategic pillars, including business sustainability, delivering exceptional customer experiences, nurturing a skilled workforce, embracing technology, and forming strategic alliances. These pillars reflect the company’s comprehensive approach to ensuring long-term success and resilience in the dynamic automotive industry.

To enhance their operations, the company opted for Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations combined with A365 and Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement combined with A365. In the evaluation process, various global and regional players were considered, with the chosen combination ultimately selected based on key factors.

The decision to choose this particular combination was influenced by factors such as embracing new technologies for future growth, an abundance of experienced consultants for technology implementation, a holistic solution with cloud hosting and flexible services, and an excellent cost-benefit Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) ratio.

Additionally, the choice of Annata was motivated by their extensive expertise in the automotive sector, a strong market presence, a robust research and development (R&D) plan, and certification capabilities with a cost-effective Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).

This combination of solutions was deemed the optimal choice, aligning with the organization’s strategic goals and ensuring a comprehensive and effective solution for their business needs.

RV manufacturer streamlines business processes with Annata

North America

Manufacturer

Annata was chosen as a solutions provider to replace a 20-year-old heavily customized legacy system for an RV manufacturer. The systems in use were not supplying prompt information to the management team and model changes for production were painful to implement.

The implementation was vital to simplify access to data and increase service levels to its different dealers. The manufacturer selected Annata due to Annata’s global ISV status and strong solution functionalities to manage their critical workload, particularly those that require interaction with their dealer channel.

Annata’s robust dealer portal solution has improved dealer relationships with a quicker turnaround on warranty claim decisions and processing.

In parallel, the manufacturer can now leverage warranty rules and validations. The dealer portal is a win for the manufacturer in reducing warranty costs while improving dealer and customer relationships.

The manufacturer expects overall improved management reporting for executives and operations. Operational improvements include rationalized bills of materials, costing, and managing production change orders effectively. The manufacturer expects its dealers to have a more efficient process for warranty claims that will result in a reduced payment time, while still preventing fraudulent or duplicate claims.

Mexican subsidiary of an international motor company implements Annata solutions to modernize business processes

Southern North America

Manufacturer

A Mexican subsidiary of an international motor company was utilizing multiple and heavily customized legacy systems which were around 20 years old and did not improve the business. The financial reports generated caused many discrepancies in the business which dampened business decisions.

The management was looking for an Integrated system that was consistent and easily manageable, in which all users from different departments could manage business processes in a co-dependent and competent manner.

Annata’s extensive solution provided the Mexican subsidiary with a technology transformation through its transition to digitized workflows.

The new system enabled the company’s dealerships to seamlessly communicate and collaborate with suppliers and service partners, while the company focused on creating an integrated supply chain.

With Annata’s unified solution, the company benefited from providing accurate, analytical data through the implementation of key functions in cost management, inventory management, warranty management, sales, and service departments. It also provided the company with a range of business data (in real-time) for analysis at a reduced time rate and this provided the organization with major improvements in its management reporting.