WAHAJ, established in 2017 and located in the 2nd Industrial City of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is a rapidly growing precision engineering company specializing in CNC machining, tooling design, manufacturing, and structure assemblies for aerospace, Oil & Gas, and Power Industries. As an affiliate of Sahara International Petrochemical Company (Sipchem) – the third-largest petrochemical producer with revenues of approximately $2.73 billion in 2022 – WAHAJ aims to be a dominant industrial entity in KSA focusing on defense, aerospace, and oil & gas sectors.

Business Challenges

Before implementing Envecon’s ERP solution, WAHAJ faced a range of operational challenges that hampered its growth and efficiency:

• Fragmented Systems: Disconnected systems across different functions created inefficiencies, data silos, and communication gaps, making it difficult to achieve a unified view of operations.
• Inconsistent Data: Inaccurate data across departments resulted in poor decision-making and inefficiencies.
• Manual Processes: Reliance on manual tasks reduced productivity and increased operational costs.
• Lack of Real-Time Information: The absence of real-time data limited WAHAJ’s ability to respond effectively to market changes and customer needs.
• Compliance Challenges: Inadequate tracking and reporting capabilities made it difficult to meet industry standards.
• Scalability Issues: Existing systems struggled to support rapid growth, leading to performance bottlenecks and project management difficulties.
• Customer Dissatisfaction: Disjointed processes made it difficult to provide timely and accurate service.
• Supply Chain Inefficiencies: Limited visibility and control over the supply chain created delays and resource allocation challenges.

Objectives of the IFS ERP Implementation

WAHAJ embarked on a comprehensive digital transformation aimed at streamlining its business processes from “shop floor to top floor.” The primary objectives of this initiative were to:

• Enhance manufacturing productivity and operational efficiency.
• Enable proactive decision-making through real-time data access.
• Establish common business processes and unify practices across various departments.

The project included deploying IFS Cloud ERP across critical business areas, such as Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, CRM, HR, Payroll, Quality Assurance, Document Management, and Enterprise Asset Management (EAM).

Benefits

The ERP implementation delivered significant improvements across multiple aspects of WAHAJ’s operations:

• Improved Decision-Making: Real-time data and comprehensive reporting tools provided valuable insights for quicker, data-driven decisions.
• Streamlined Processes: Standardized workflows improved transparency, efficiency, and productivity.
• Integrated Systems: Unified data access across departments reduced redundancy and enhanced accuracy.
• Cost Savings: Automation and optimized processes resulted in substantial cost savings.
• Enhanced Financial Management: Improved budgeting, forecasting, and reporting capabilities.
• Better Production Planning: Effective resource utilization and reduced production costs.
• Optimized HR Processes: Streamlined HR functions, including payroll, recruitment, and performance management, enhancing employee satisfaction.
• Supply Chain Control: Enhanced visibility over procurement, production, and distribution processes.
• Improved CRM: Better customer interactions, sales processes, and marketing campaigns.

“Partnering with Envecon has transformed our operations. Their innovative Business and ERP solutions have not only improved our productivity but also provided us with the data we need to make informed decisions. We’re now able to meet our customers’ demands more efficiently and grow our business.”

– Hesham Al Rabah, CEO of WAHAJ

The successful implementation of Envecon’s ERP solution has empowered WAHAJ to enhance operational efficiency, streamline processes, and make well-informed decisions that contribute to its growth. This project stands as a testament to Envecon’s ability to deliver tailored solutions that address the unique challenges of complex industries.