Founded in 1860, Salvo Grima is considered a mainstay on the local economic landscape. In fact, the international distributor and supply chain company, is a powerhouse, focused on distribution, international wholesale, ship supply, and travel retail, reaching clients in over 50 countries.

As the company grew, and continued to expand in farther-reaching territories, it knew that it needed to become more data-driven, in order to stay at the top of its game and be better poised for the challenges of the future.

Gary Grima, Software Developer, iMovo Limited

“With a multinational team of over 250 employees, and several partnerships with large multinationals, Salvo Grima Group operates in multiple sectors of the economy,” says Etienne Borg, Head of Business Application and Data Analysis at Salvo Grima Group.

“However, despite its impressive network, until recently, Salvo Grima operated an archaic siloed system that depended rather heavily on manual processes. The error-prone processing made operations slow, expensive and inefficient. More critically, the old system did not leverage the immense volume of data generated by the operation itself, effectively sitting on a gold-mine which was not being used,” Etienne explains.

That is when Salvo Grima Group sought the help of iMovo and embarked on a transformative journey with a clear vision to become a data-driven organisation. “In an increasingly fast-paced digital landscape, the ability to utilise data to make insightful decisions is critical,” continues Gary Grima, Software Developer from iMovo. “Salvo Grima Group set out to gain deep operational insights through advanced data analytics to optimise its services, increase customer satisfaction and secure a competitive advantage.”

However, moving to a data-driven model presented the company with significant challenges, particularly in terms of system integration and associated costs. The changeover required an overhaul of systems, new integrations and increased costs. Salvo Grima Group needed a solution that combined efficiency with expertise to make this transition seamless and effective.

“First, we led a rigorous evaluation process to find the ideal system to integrate the various data sources,” Gary recounts. “That is how we chose MuleSoft, an integration and automation software that enables organisations to connect applications, data and devices in on-premises and cloud-based environments.”

Etienne Borg, Head of Business Application and Data Analysis, Salvo Grima Group

“Within a few months of implementing MuleSoft, we streamlined the group’s processes, eliminated complex re-integrations and significantly reduced both time and costs. Now any software change can be managed with a simple URL customisation in MuleSoft, resulting in significant time and cost savings,” Gary further explains.

“Moreover, the benefits of data integration extended beyond the IT department,” Etienne observes. “The entire organisation, from ERP to reporting and time and attendance systems, gained access to accurate and readily available data. This eliminated the need for time-consuming and error-prone manual data import. More importantly, thanks to the accurate data, Salvo Grima was able to make quick, data-driven decisions, increasing overall efficiency.”

MuleSoft Automation’s ability to increase productivity and solve business process complexity freed up valuable resources. “Salvo Grima was now able to focus on strategic initiatives and growth opportunities instead of dwelling on every-day tasks. This newfound agility gave the company a significant competitive advantage and enabled it to remain at the forefront of its industry,” notes Etienne.

“Relying on iMovo’s expertise in implementing, customising and supporting the solution, Salvo Grima has been able to exploit the full potential of MuleSoft. Furthermore, the solution’s outstanding features include a reduction in maintenance, costs and an increase in team flexibility,” Gary continues.

“While all projects come with their challenges, iMovo consistently ensured the right solutions were implemented. The delivered system was not only scalable but also highly effective. The team’s work clearly demonstrates their strong technical and analytical capabilities,” said Etienne.

Salvo Grima’s journey to becoming a data-driven organisation highlights the transformative power of technology. The success story underscores the transformative power of data-driven strategies.

iMovo is a Salesforce Premier Implementation Partner and boasts extensive experience working with organisations of various sizes and across various industries. Its expertise has allowed iMovo to help companies like Salvo Grima Group increase their productivity, simplify their business processes, and provide the best possible customer experience.

“Our entire team is committed to finding the perfect solution for the challenges each customer faces on their digital transformation journey, helping them future proof their operations, and become better positioned to grow in a 21st century economic landscape,” Gary concludes.

For more insights on how iMovo can help you future-proof your organisation and grow more efficient, get in touch here, and discover customised solutions for your business.

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