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Key Takeaways:
- Havfram, along with its subsidiaries Havfram Wind and Kontiki Winds, has decided to implement IFS Cloud as its ERP solution to facilitate growth and address the global need for clean energy sources.
- The selection of IFS Cloud was based on the company’s extensive expertise in the offshore, maritime, and renewables industries. Havfram trusts that IFS Cloud, known for its efficient project and asset management capabilities, is well-suited to meet the demands of these sectors. It will specifically address the urgent requirements of Havfram’s subsidiaries, including wind turbine transportation, installation, and offshore wind farm development.
- IFS Cloud will provide Havfram with an end-to-end solution on a single platform and data model. This integrated approach will support the company’s critical operations and enable scalability to meet evolving needs as part of its “start small, think big” growth strategy.
- Bjørn Ola Smievoll, VP IT at Havfram, expressed confidence in IFS as a technology partner with expertise in project management and maintenance of marine installations. He expects IFS to deliver the ERP solution according to exact specifications and anticipates a collaborative relationship to drive growth and innovation in the future.
- The implementation of IFS Cloud will be carried out by IFS partner Addovation. Initially, the solution will cover functionality for approximately 200 users across four Havfram sites in Norway, Australia, and the UK. Over time, IFS Cloud will support multiple business functions, including project management, supply chain, service and asset management, finance, HR, and customer relationship management (CRM).
Havfram Embraces IFS Cloud for Enhanced Efficiency and Growth
Norwegian offshore wind company Havfram has chosen IFS Cloud, a leading global cloud enterprise software provider, to drive its rapid growth and contribute to the development of clean energy sources in response to climate change. Havfram’s decision to collaborate with IFS is based on the company’s extensive industry expertise and proven track record in the offshore, maritime, and renewables sectors.
Havfram is confident that IFS Cloud, renowned for its ability to efficiently manage projects and assets, is well-suited to meet the demands of its subsidiaries, Havfram Wind and Kontiki Winds. The implementation of IFS Cloud will support core businesses such as wind turbine transportation, installation, and offshore wind farm development.
IFS Cloud will provide Havfram with an end-to-end solution built on a single platform and data model. This comprehensive approach will effectively address the company’s mission-critical operations and accommodate future scalability as part of its growth strategy. By adopting the “start small, think big” approach, Havfram aims to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the offshore wind market.
Bjørn Ola Smievoll, VP IT at Havfram, highlighted IFS’s expertise in project management and maintenance of marine installations as a deciding factor in selecting IFS Cloud as their ERP solution. He expressed confidence in IFS’s ability to deliver the solution on time and according to precise specifications. Smievoll emphasized that IFS is a technology partner capable of fostering growth and innovation in the future.
The implementation of IFS Cloud will be executed by IFS partner Addovation. Initially, the solution will be deployed at four Havfram sites, two in Norway, and one each in Australia and the UK. IFS Cloud will support various business functions, including project management, supply chain, service and asset management, finance, HR, and CRM. Additional functionalities may be added over time.
About Havfram
Havfram is a pure-play offshore wind company that offers a wide range of services across the offshore wind value chain. Leveraging deep knowledge of the offshore wind industry, combined with experience from the Norwegian energy and marine sectors, Havfram provides high-quality services to customers worldwide. The company operates through two wholly owned subsidiaries: Havfram Wind, which owns and operates Wind Turbine Installation Vessels (WTIVs), and Kontiki Winds, which focuses on early-stage offshore wind farm development and the electrification of fossil fuel-intensive operations using floating offshore wind technology. Havfram is majority-owned by Sandbrook Capital, a leading climate fund dedicated to delivering consistent financial returns and real climate impact. For more information, please visit www.havfram.com.
About IFS
IFS is a global cloud enterprise software company that develops and delivers software solutions for manufacturing, distribution, asset management, and service-focused industries. With an integrated single-platform approach and embedded digital innovation, IFS aims to empower its customers to be at their best when it truly matters to their own customers—at the Moment of Service™. Recognized as a leader in the industry, IFS is known for its commitment to delivering value and its growing ecosystem. With over 5,500 employees worldwide, IFS embraces values of agility, trustworthiness, and collaboration to support its thousands of customers. To learn more about IFS and its enterprise software solutions, please visit ifs.com.
About Addovation
Addovation is a Nordic IT company that provides businesses with tools and solutions to streamline processes, enhance decision-making, improve customer experiences, manage IT infrastructure, and create flexible and productive digital workplaces. With a dedicated team of over 200 experts, including developers, solutions architects, consultants, and project managers, Addovation leverages its extensive experience and knowledge to deliver user-friendly and effective solutions that help businesses achieve their goals. The company’s mission is to make a positive impact on the businesses it supports. To learn more, visit www.addovation.com.
