The chemical industry, and large multinational companies in particular, are increasingly turning toward automation of their business processes and more streamlined operations. New market trends, including mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships on the other side of the world have made manufacturing more complex. The chemical industry, in order to keep pace with global competitiveness and develop both productivity and efficiency, has been forced to reconsider its business model.

In order to expand profits and cultivate business, chemical companies must respond to challenges in the management of raw materials, in production processes, and in compliance with industry regulations. At the same time, they need to keep operating costs low and optimize their IT investment. Last but not least, companies in the industry face pressure to reduce total cost of ownership (TCO) and provide a rapid return on investment (ROI). Integrated, flexible management solutions that can be adapted to shifting variables and to the changing needs of complex chemical production processes make it possible to meet those demands.

EOS Solutions and Microsoft Dynamics provide an approach that gives companies in the chemical industry high-value-added tools that can effectively manage new value-chain complexities even as they simplify internal processes. System integration with tools the company already owns streamlines the flow of information and improves data sharing with stakeholders both internally and externally. Moreover, these solutions provide maximum supply chain visibility, allowing companies to make targeted decisions and properly direct their business management approach.