ERP Solution
After identifying its challenges, management reviewed various software vendors’ products to identify the one that best met the company’s needs. The company selected an ERP solution from SAP (sap.com) that would give it the ability to accelerate time-to-market of new products, to improve customer service, and to take advantage of growth opportunities. Under Armour implemented the SAP Apparel and Footwear Solution for Consumer Products module to the ERP. Together with the SAP NetWeaver Exchange Infrastructure component, Under Armour had the capabilities to achieve its ambitious expansion plans.
The ERP solution had broad executive support and guid- ance. Within eight months, a 20-person project team from oper- ations and IT together with ERP consulting company Metamor managed the implementation. To improve management and operational visibility, the company also deployed Web-based SAP NetWeaver Business Intelligence software through which reports can be accessed on demand or be delivered on schedule.