Scott Technology
By implementing a modern, cloud-based data platform, Scott Technology transformed the way it accesses, integrates, and reports on critical business data.
The new solution has enabled:
Reliable, real-time reporting in Power BI across global ERP systems
Automated data integration, eliminating manual exports and duplicated data entry
Faster onboarding of new data sources with minimal development effort
Enhanced operational visibility at regional, consolidated, and business unit levels
A future-proof architecture that supports ERP system changes and organizational growth
This powerful foundation for data automation and reporting means Scott Technology can now make faster, data-driven decisions with confidence, reduce operational overhead, and improve collaboration across its international business units.
The Challenge: Disconnected Systems, Manual Processes
Scott Technology, a global automation and robotics solutions provider, relied on a variety of ERP systems—both cloud-based and on-premise—across its operations in New Zealand and worldwide. However, these systems operated in silos, lacking integration. This resulted in:
Manual duplication of data between systems
Time-consuming and error-prone reporting processes using Excel
Limited ability to share data across business units
Difficulty adapting reporting during ERP transitions or expansions
Scott Technology needed a solution that would eliminate these inefficiencies and enable unified, streamlined operations across the enterprise.
The Solution: A Scalable Azure-Based Data Platform
To meet these needs, a modern data integration and warehousing solution was designed and implemented using Microsoft Azure. Key features include:
Azure Data Factory ELT pipelines that automate the movement and transformation of data from both on-premise and cloud sources
A centralized Azure SQL data warehouse that provides a single source of truth for reporting and analysis
Metadata-driven pipelines to rapidly onboard new data sources with minimal rework
Dual environments (development and production) with DevOps-enabled CI/CD pipelines for robust governance and deployment
This architecture supports seamless data flow and future-proof integration capabilities, making it easier for Scott Technology to scale and evolve.
Results: A Foundation for Data-Driven Growth
With the new platform in place, Scott Technology now enjoys:
Automated, consistent data ingestion and reporting, reducing manual workload
Actionable insights via Power BI dashboards fed by consolidated ERP data
A secure, adaptable platform that supports both current needs and future transformation
Improved cross-business data sharing, enabling better decision-making and collaboration
This initiative has positioned Scott Technology to be more agile, informed, and operationally efficient, unlocking value from its data like never before.