IFS, a leading enterprise cloud and Industrial AI software provider, today announced that Royal Ahrend, an international leader in office furniture and workspace solutions, has purchased IFS Cloud. Deployed across nineteen countries and five different production locations, the solution will enable Ahrend’s global operations to drive long-term growth, and help the company meet its ESG goals.
Royal Ahrend has experienced significant growth in recent years, including several strategic acquisitions. As a result, the company is now operating on multiple systems, which has created a need for a unified platform to support its next phase. To drive strategic decision-making, enhance flexibility, and improve customer-centric operations, Royal Ahrend has chosen IFS Cloud. This new system will also play a key role in providing the insights needed to meet the company’s ESG reporting objectives, ensuring sustainable and efficient business practices across the organization.
Implementing IFS Cloud will provide Royal Ahrend with the robust centralized platform required to achieve real-time control over its production processes and supply chain operations, meaning it can respond more quickly to changing customer demands. The scalability the solution enables will also allow Royal Ahrend to roll-out new business models, such as furniture-as-a-service and remanufacturing, and accelerate its sustainability efforts.
Gijs Boudens, Chief Information Officer, Royal Ahrend, added: “Our choice of IFS was driven by the need for a unified platform that not only supports our growth ambitions but also aligns with our commitment to sustainability. With IFS’s deep understanding of our industry and their focus on environmental principles, we are confident in their ability to help us achieve our sustainability goals. This partnership will provide us with the tools and insights needed to make our operations more sustainable and efficient.”
IFS Cloud will initially be rolled out to 600 users by IFS partner, 12Guide, and will support a wide range of business processes including procurement, project and service management, finance, and supply chain. Royal Ahrend will also deploy IFS Services, a comprehensive suite of professional services designed to ensure a smooth transition and maximize the benefits of the new platform.
Andre Robberts, President One Europe & Latam, IFS, commented: “We are thrilled to partner with Royal Ahrend on their journey towards enhanced sustainability and growth. IFS Cloud’s comprehensive functionality and flexible architecture make it the ideal solution to address their current challenges and support their ambitious and innovative future initiatives. Our deep industry knowledge ensures that we can provide Royal Ahrend with the tools they need to lead the way in the commercial furniture sector.”
