Case Study: Powering Operational Efficiency at KAM Steel

Founded in 1971, African Industries Group has grown into Nigeria’s largest steel manufacturing company and a leading producer of renewable energy. With operations spanning steel, chemicals, power, and logistics, the company is a recognised market leader in West Africa and a global exporter of commodities. However, despite its size and success, African Industries faced operational hurdles that hindered efficiency and scalability—challenges that called for a modern, unified enterprise solution.

The Challenges

Outdated systems and manual processes were slowing down African industries’ growth journey:

• Disconnected Systems: Legacy software across departments created silos, making collaboration and data sharing difficult.
• Manual, Time-Consuming Processes: Key functions like procurement, inventory, and financial reporting relied heavily on manual inputs, causing inefficiencies and errors.
• Limited Real-Time Data: Decision-making was restricted by inaccessible, fragmented information.
• Scalability Issues: As the company expanded, existing systems struggled to manage rising complexity and growth demands.

The Solution

Trident Delivered the Following Solutions Tailored to KAM Steel’s Needs:

• LS NAV Deployment: Unified financials, inventory, sales, and operations into a single, centralised ERP platform.
• Real-Time Inventory Management: Enabled tracking of raw materials and stock across facilities with real-time updates.
• Integrated Financials: Automated financial processes, enhanced accuracy, and ensured compliance with local regulations.
• Sales & Production Synchronisation: Streamlined order-to-production processes for efficient fulfillment.
• Role-Based Dashboards & Analytics: Provided management with live KPIs and custom reports for informed decision-making.
• Ongoing Support & Maintenance: Ensured smooth functioning post-implementation with continuous technical assistance.

Benefits to African Industries

The transformation was immediate and measurable, delivering benefits across the organisation:

• Operational Efficiency: Automation reduced manual errors and improved productivity.
• Faster Decision-Making: Real-time data enabled quicker, more informed responses to market dynamics.
• Increased Scalability: The flexible framework supported growth without disrupting operations.
• Cost Savings: Better resource management reduced operational costs.
• Improved Reporting & Compliance: Streamlined financial and operational reporting, enhanced governance, and compliance.

Customer Testimonial

Trident’s Business Central implementation has been a transformative experience for African Industries. The seamless integration and automation have not only improved efficiency but also allowed us to make data-driven decisions that fuel our continued growth. The support and expertise provided by Trident have been invaluable in helping us navigate this change.”
— Head of IT, African Industries

Conclusion

African Industries’ partnership with Trident and the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics Business Central exemplify how technology can drive operational excellence. By eliminating inefficiencies, unifying systems, and enabling real-time decision-making, African Industries is now better equipped to scale and maintain its leadership in West Africa and beyond. This success story highlights the transformative power of ERP solutions in today’s competitive industrial landscape.