Based on the problems in thier existing system,the management at WIM developed a set of objectives to guide the development of a new system.The objectives included an increase in the visiblity and sharing of all reports on manufacturing; improved coordination across functional departments to increase efficiency; better management of procurement and inventory processes; the the facilitation of day-to-day management; and the 24x7 availability of financial information of the entire firm Management also demanded standardization of data formats across the company, and greater accuracy, along with remote access and improved security. They also decided that the inclusion of best practices and other vital information could lead to an increase in productivity and greater ownership.