Business Objective

A leading global life sciences company was setting up its lab operations in Japan while working toward critical regulatory approvals. To ensure seamless readiness, the organization needed a modern supply chain solution that could replace outdated legacy systems for inventory and cost accounting. Their existing systems lacked integration with financials and procurement, creating inefficiencies and reconciliation challenges. The goal was to adopt a unified SCM solution to streamline lab operations, optimize manufacturing processes, and support both project-based and non-project-based billing.

SourceMash Technologies Solution

SourceMash Technologies implemented Oracle SCM Cloud to modernize and unify lab operations. The solution was designed with industry best practices and included the deployment of key modules:

• Inventory Management
• Manufacturing Process Management
• Order Management
• Cost Accounting
• Project Billing
• Accounts Receivables

Additional highlights of the solution included:

• Phasing out legacy systems for inventory and cost accounting, eliminating reconciliation issues.
• Seamless integration with existing Oracle Financials and Procurement Cloud.
• Enablement of intercompany transactions for smooth operations across global entities.

Structured rollout in phases for minimal disruption

• Phase 3 (2 months): Inventory, Manufacturing, and Cost Accounting
• Phase 4 (3 months): Order Management and Project Billing

Business Outcome

The implementation of Oracle SCM Cloud delivered:

• A unified platform supporting all lab operations in Japan.
• Improved operational efficiency through accurate reporting and streamlined reconciliation.
• Stable system foundation for future rollouts, support, and user training.
• Faster and more accurate handling of project and non-project-based orders.
• Enhanced intercompany transaction processing across global entities.
• Significant performance and efficiency gains, ensuring operational readiness and scalability for future growth.

With Oracle SCM Cloud, the company achieved modernization of lab operations while minimizing business disruption, laying the groundwork for long-term success.