Case Study
Driving a seamless transition to IFS Cloud™
When global subsea technology provider SMD needed to upgrade from its long-standing IFS Applications 7.5 system, it partnered with Platned to make the move to IFS Cloud. With business-critical engineering workflows and integrated CAD systems at stake, the company chose an on-premise deployment to retain full control over infrastructure and data security.
The 12-month project was completed on schedule and within budget, with a smooth go-live across two UK sites supporting more than 250 users. Today, SMD operates on a future-ready ERP platform that enables advanced automation, stronger security, and embedded AI – all while preserving the core processes their teams depend on every day.
Benefits
Successful on-premise upgrade completed on time and under budget
Transition to a flexible, evergreen, AI-enabled IFS Cloud™ platform
Super-user training model enabled fast, confident user adoption
Full infrastructure support, system maintenance, and helpdesk coverage through Platned Managed Services
When Platned made the switch and we went live, everything happened quietly. There was no drama. The system had been thoroughly tested, and everyone just transitioned. It was simply business as normal. Lee Hammond, Digital Development Manager, SMD Upgrade
About SMD
Employing over 280 staff, SMD provides advanced technology, systems and services for remotely operated and autonomous underwater solutions. SMD works across several global markets, such as renewable energy, oil & gas, telecoms, scientific, salvage and subsea minerals, to engineer excellence underwater. Committed to sustainability and diversity, SMD continues to push the boundaries of engineering to create a better future for all.
