SYSPRO Helps Aluminium Industries Grow By 250%

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Australian manufacturer credits SYSPRO ERP with supporting multidivisional expansion and operational efficiency
Aluminium Industries, a growing Australian manufacturing group, has reported a 250 per cent increase in business growth after implementing SYSPRO ERP, which is purpose-built for manufacturers. The transformation has enabled the business to scale rapidly across multiple divisions, streamline operations and deliver consistent improvements in customer service, without needing to increase its administrative headcount.
Melbourne-based Aluminium Industries, initially an aluminium supply business, expanded with the acquisition of Pivotech, a manufacturer of shower screens. This growth led to a need to replace its legacy finance system, QuickBooks, which lacked the necessary functionality to manage multiple business units.
'We needed a new solution to run our business, and SYSPRO has delivered far beyond expectations,' said Lee Brown, Chief Technical Officer at Aluminium Industries. 'Its ability to support our growth ambitions while managing the complexity of multiple divisions has been quite impressive.'
Jacob Kowalewski, General Manager of Unbound Systems, a division of Aluminium Industries, explained the key drivers behind the company's decision to choose SYSPRO. 'We were looking for a system that could manage manufacturing requirements natively, without needing bolt-ons. SYSPRO was built on manufacturing principles and could manage multiple brands under a single business entity with ease,' Kowalewski said. 'Just as importantly, SYSPRO's business object layer gave us the flexibility to integrate custom-built software like configurators and CRMs directly into the ERP environment.'
One of the most significant gains was achieved by automating order management through an e-commerce portal integrated with SYSPRO. This eliminated manual processing, removed administrative bottlenecks, and enabled real-time order flow direct from its customers to the factory floor. These efficiency gains have led to extraordinary growth.
'We've tripled the size of the business without having to add more admin staff, which is a huge efficiency gain,' said Brown.
SYSPRO's advanced job management and inventory control features also delivered significant operational benefits. The team can now create and manage accurate bills of materials, allocate labour effectively, and better schedule production to meet delivery commitments.
'With SYSPRO's job system, we've gained better control over manufacturing, cost management, and labour scheduling. We've also tightened up inventory accuracy, reduced stock on hand, and improved cash flow,' Brown added.
SYSPRO's inventory traceability enables customer-facing teams to rely on accurate stock data, thereby improving order confidence and service levels.
'Customers have noticed the difference,' according to Kowalewski. 'Orders are on time, accurate, and not getting lost in the system and SYSPRO has made that possible.'
Looking ahead, Aluminium Industries plans to pursue additional acquisitions, growth that SYSPRO is expected to facilitate seamlessly.
'SYSPRO is our final ERP move,' according to Brown. 'We made this transition a few years ago, and I can't see a future where SYSPRO doesn't support our ongoing expansion.'
James Robinson, Head of Services for Asia Pacific at SYSPRO, said that the partnership with Aluminium Industries is a strong example of how Australian manufacturers can use ERP to accelerate growth. 'We're thrilled to be working with such a dynamic and forward-thinking manufacturer like Aluminium Industries. Their ability to scale operations, embrace innovation and leverage technology to improve efficiency and service delivery aligns perfectly with SYSPRO's mission. It's exciting to support Aluminium Industries continue to grow and lead in key markets,' Robinson said.
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About Aluminium Industries
Aluminium Industries is a diversified manufacturing group headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. Starting as an aluminium supply business, the company has expanded into multiple sectors, including fabricated products and shower screen systems through its Pivotech and Unbound Systems brands. See https://aluminiumindustries.com.au/ for more information.
About SYSPRO
SYSPRO is a leading, global Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software provider specialising in key manufacturing and distribution industries. For over 40 years, SYSPRO's team of specialists have continued to address unique industry needs and enable customers to easily adapt and grow. The solution is scalable and can be deployed in the cloud, on-premises, or both, and accessed via the web on any device to provide customers with choice and flexibility.
SYSPRO remains focused on the success of partners and customers. Our evolving solutions are aligned with industry trends to leverage emerging technology that will enable partners and customers in securing a digital future. With more than 15,000 licensed companies in over 60 countries across six continents, SYSPRO offers guidance and support every step of the way as a trusted advisor. For more information, visit au.syspro.com/