Pronto wins ERP deal in PNG

Stan Beer
Monday, 30 October 2006 13:35

IT Industry - Deals

Steamships Trading Company Limited, Papua New Guinea’s (PNGs) premier trading company will implement PRONTO-Xi, the flagship ERP product from Australian vendor Pronto Software.

Steamships Trading, which is listed on the Port Moresby and Australian Stock exchanges, is one of the largest private sector employers in PNG, with a workforce of over 2500 and interests in hotels, shipping, transport, properties, manufacturing and hardware.

According to Christopher Raper – Finance Director, “The changing nature of our business triggered a review of our software requirements a few years ago. Our strategic objective is to provide each business unit the operational control they need to effectively manage themselves, while capturing the requisite financial information for corporate reporting and governance. In addition, we need to allow for flexibility in terms of acquisitions and divestments.”

Christopher Raper says “The solution offered by Pronto Software allows us to add newly acquired divisions with minimal business impact. Our business needs were thoroughly reviewed and met by the Pronto team and we are confident of a lasting partnership with the company.”

Terry Leister, Pronto Software’s General Manager for Queensland and PNG, concludes “Our success with Steamships is no fluke. We have diligently and actively engaged PNG customers on their terms and our position as market leader is the result of exceptional service, both pre and post sales. In my opinion, Pronto Software is the only ERP vendor who has taken the time and made the effort to build a strong operational understanding of PNG’s cultural and business requirements. As with all our PNG customers, we look forward to providing Steamships Trading with outstanding support as they evolve and grow.”