Published On: 2017-01-09

MUMBAI:  SAP partner VACS Technology Pvt. Ltd., announced the successful go-live with SAP solution for Centaur Pharmaceuticals, an integrated pharmaceutical company with a strong matrix of capabilities across the pharmaceutical value chain including API, formulations, Contract Research and Manufacturing Services, Clinical Research, R&D, regulatory and marketing.

Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. has two plants which are USFDA and UKMHRA approved. As a matter of discipline & regulatory requirement, they needed a system that could meet the stringent audit requirements. Data integrity and availability of audit trail were the key asks when it came to the requirements of an ERP system for Centaur. The redundant data entry aspect was increasing the workload, so a smart system was needed where modules would be integrated and entries allowed in real time. 

Speaking on the occasion, Mr.Nitin Gokhale – Director VACS Technology Pvt. Ltd. said, “VACS implemented SAP ECC 6 Business All in One Solution based on the SAP Best Practices for Centaur Pharmaceuticals. The implementation allowed Centaur have harmonized processes across business verticals and its associated manufacturing plants, centralized financial accounting system, reliable integration of various data processing modules across its various business, thereby facilitating complete visibility in supply chain, a timely and accurate management of information across functions. It has reduced time in redundant activities, flexible reporting, better control on production planning, reduction in overstocking and shortages leading to better churning of funds.”

Talking about the key role VACS Technology played, Mr.SanjayAcharya,Chief Financial Officer - Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd. says, “We selected VACS Technology Pvt. Ltd. as our partner for SAP ECC 6 Implementation project especially because of their expertise in the pharmaceutical sector with modules implementation in the stringent pharma regulated environment.We found an experienced SAP Partner in VACS Technology Pvt. Ltd., who have years of expertise to help companies make the most of the ERP implementation and integration. This particular implementation of a reliable and responsive ERP has definitely improved our brand image and simplified processes”.

The 35-year-old company, Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. has proficiencies in API, Formulations Development, Clinical Research and Contract Manufacturing across four plants and R&D facilities has footprints in over 95 countries. The project started in January 2014 and went live in December 2014 across all three of Centaur’s manufacturing locations and HO. 

About Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd: www.centaurpharma.com

In 1978, Centaur Pharmaceuticals, commenced pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in Mumbai and has now evolved into a vertically integrated pharmaceutical company.Centaur has a strong matrix of capabilities across the pharmaceutical value chain including API, formulations, Contract Research and Manufacturing Services, Clinical Research, R&D, regulatory and marketing.Exports to 96 countries across five continents, is vindication of Centaur’s commitment to quality, and global acceptance by discerning doctors, patients and clients.

About VACS Technology Pvt.Ltd.: www.vacsglobal.com

VACS was incorporated in 2006 by like-minded SAP professionals with an objective to provide state-of-the art, innovative, SAP-centric value added solutions and services to its global customers. VACS’ SAP practice brings deep Domain knowledge and expertise in various Verticals, to deliver a wide range of SAP solutions and services that enable customers to improve their business processes and make them more efficient. VACS offers business consulting, technology and outsourcing services with a commitment to add value to its every single customer. It is this commitment that has helped VACS customers to increase market share, improve service levels, enhance predictability and cut costs.