How We Helped OnPoint Solar Double Efficiency with SolarSuccess
The Challenge
OnPoint Solar, a rapidly growing solar installation company, faced significant challenges in scaling their operations effectively. Their reliance on tools like Monday.com and QuickBooks led to:
- Disconnected Systems: Data synchronization was manual, leading to inefficiencies and errors.
- Scalability Issues: Existing tools were unable to handle the company’s rapid growth.
- Operational Bottlenecks: Managing over 15 integrated services created delays and technical difficulties.
These inefficiencies were especially critical as OnPoint Solar experienced 600% growth in installations over two years, going from 25 installs per month to 150. They needed a system that could scale with their business and provide real-time visibility across operations.
The Solution
OnPoint Solar partnered with us to implement SolarSuccess, a comprehensive ERP system tailored for solar companies.
Key features of the solution included:
- Integrated System: SolarSuccess unified OnPoint Solar’s financial and operational data, eliminating the need for manual synchronization.
- Real-Time Visibility: The system provided instant insights into project status, helping prevent delays and inefficiencies.
- Custom Configuration: Blu Banyan worked closely with OnPoint to tailor the platform to their specific needs.
- Streamlined Processes: Automation reduced reliance on outdated workflows, enabling the company to handle more installations with the same resources.
Jonathon Smith, Chief Information Officer at OnPoint Solar, shared: “What we got with Blu Banyan was significantly farther along than anything we would have built ourselves. Their system was 100% tailored to solar, and it made sense to move forward with them.”
The Results
The adoption of SolarSuccess delivered significant improvements for OnPoint Solar:
- Improved Efficiency
With SolarSuccess, OnPoint was able to manage almost double the workload without increasing staff.
“We’ve become dramatically more efficient. The workload is now more streamlined, and the visibility into projects has improved significantly,” said Smith. - Enhanced Project Visibility
NetSuite’s search and reporting capabilities allowed OnPoint to identify problem areas and address issues before they became critical.
“Projects aren’t getting lost anymore. With just five minutes of effort, I can create a search to identify any problem area within the company,” explained Smith. - Scalability
By switching to a platform built for growth, OnPoint Solar overcame the limitations of their previous tools and scaled their operations seamlessly.
“Stepping into a platform like this really allows you to build processes that scale,” Smith emphasized.
Key Stats
- 600% Growth: From 25 to 150 installations per month over two years.
- 2x Capacity: Ability to manage nearly double the workload with the same staff.
- Real-Time Data: Instant access to project status and operational insights.
OnPoint Solar’s partnership with us and their adoption of SolarSuccess transformed their operations. The new system not only solved their current challenges but also provided a scalable foundation for future growth.
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