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ALCO Harvesting Enhances Operations and Asset Management with UpKeep

Technology Category

Analytics & Modeling - Big Data Analytics
Other - Energy Harvesting

Applicable Industries

Agriculture
Equipment & Machinery

Applicable Functions

Maintenance

Use Cases

Inventory Management
Supply Chain Visibility

Services

Data Science Services

About The Customer

ALCO Harvesting is a leading company in the agriculture industry that employs state-of-the-art technology to maximize its operations. The company has experienced rapid growth, which necessitated better management of its equipment and assets. Amir Santiago, an automation engineer at ALCO Harvesting, is responsible for managing all automated machines and performing data analytics for the company. His role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of the company's assets and in providing valuable insights through data analytics.

The Challenge

ALCO Harvesting, a leading harvesting company, was facing challenges in managing its assets due to the rapid growth of the company. The existing system was archaic and lacked streamlining, making it difficult for Amir Santiago, the automation engineer, to effectively manage all automated machines and perform data analytics. The company was in dire need of a solution that could provide a clearer picture of the problems they were encountering with their assets and equipment. The old methods of asset management required technicians to be physically present in the office, which was not only time-consuming but also inefficient.

The Solution

To overcome these challenges, ALCO Harvesting integrated UpKeep into their operations. This platform enabled the company to track all the ins and outs of jobs or work orders, regardless of whether they were in the field or in the office. It provided employees with clear instructions on what work needed to be done and when. Furthermore, UpKeep made Amir's data analytics work more manageable by simplifying the collection of historical data. This allowed the company to track the amount of money spent on parts year by year and monitor how many times equipment failed, providing a clear understanding of the status of their assets. UpKeep has significantly improved ALCO Harvesting's visibility into their problems, making their operations simpler, more efficient, and cost-effective.

Operational Impact

The implementation of UpKeep has brought about significant operational improvements for ALCO Harvesting. The company has moved away from its old, inefficient methods of asset management, which often resulted in delays in fulfilling work orders. With UpKeep, ALCO Harvesting has gained clear visibility into their operations and maintenance status, enabling them to identify and address issues promptly. This has not only saved them time and money but also simplified their processes. The success of this change in asset operations management, led by Amir Santiago, has had a domino effect, leading to further improvements in the company's operations. ALCO Harvesting highly recommends UpKeep to any company looking to enhance their asset and operation management.

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