Fluxys Belgium has partnered with BearingPoint to implement ETM.next, the latest industry cloud application, for enhancing its mobile asset management.
This transition marks a significant shift from manual processes to a digital management system that enhances resource utilization and operational efficiency. Through ETM.next, Fluxys is now empowered with enhanced resource utilization, real-time visibility of its equipment, translating into optimized project management and smoother operations.
Fluxys, a Belgium-headquartered leading player in the gas industry, performs complex activities with relation to the maintenance and operation of high-pressure energy transport infrastructure. Therefore, it is essential to complete projects on schedule, which requires the company to always have the appropriate equipment and tools at the correct location. Moreover, regular equipment checks and adjustments are needed to meet standard criteria, safety procedures, and national and legal obligations.
Fluxys opted for ETM.next, a SaaS solution developed by BearingPoint, that offers a comprehensive and integrated platform for managing the entire lifecycle of resource units. The solution, built on SAP Business Technology Platform, enables seamless integration with other systems, as well as access to advanced analytics and cloud capabilities. BearingPoint worked with Fluxys to analyze and collect the information required to tailor the tool, covering all project processes, from installation to maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting activities. The next step comprised the mapping of logistic flows to ensure that all equipment followed the required stages in the full cycle of use, maintenance, and commissioning. By using the ETM.next mobile app, which supports the logistics and inspection processes, Fluxys' field workers can have access to all necessary information.
In order to meet the unique requirements of Fluxys, BearingPoint and Fluxys co-developed a new capability called Bundle Management. This feature allows Fluxys the functionality to manage the logistics of up to 800 resources that are shipped within a container to reach their construction sites as one unit and to trigger automatic completeness checks upon return. The completeness check is executed via the ETM.next mobile app, which allows scanning of QR codes assigned to each individual resource for easy identification of inspection of resources.