How Krones transformed efficiency and saved countless hours with monday.com
About Krones​
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Krones is a global leader in solutions for the beverage and liquid food industry. Over six decades, it has evolved from a small labeling machine workshop into a trusted partner providing process technology, bottling and packaging systems, digital services, and lifecycle management. Krones also prioritizes sustainability, with offerings like recycling technology and intralogistics systems to optimize operations.
In the Middle East, Krones has achieved notable milestones, including receiving the 2022 Industry Excellence Award in Sustainability at Gulfood Manufacturing, highlighting their commitment to innovative and sustainable practices.
The Challenges
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Krones faced operational hurdles that hindered efficiency and collaboration:
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Data Visibility
They needed a centralized platform to make data accessible across teams. Existing systems created silos, limiting progress tracking and decision-making.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration
Coordinating diverse teams across engineering, customer support, and other departments proved challenging due to fragmented communication.
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Streamlined Processes
Uniform workflows were essential to maintain quality and reduce manual tasks, especially across the region’s varied operations.
These challenges necessitated a modern solution to improve visibility, collaboration, and efficiency.
The Solutions
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To address these needs, Krones partnered with Aulysius, a platinum monday.com partner, to implement the monday.com Enterprise Plan, scaling their platform usage from 50 to over 249 active users.​​
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How Aulysius Supported Krones
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Smooth Transition and Training
Aulysius ensured a seamless rollout of monday.com through training tailored to Krones' operational requirements, helping teams adapt quickly.
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Automation for Efficiency
By automating repetitive tasks, such as assignments and updates, Krones significantly reduced manual effort and errors.
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Custom Dashboards and Workflows
Dashboards enhanced visibility of critical metrics, while workflows streamlined operations to ensure consistency and improve processes.
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Ongoing Support and Scaling
Aulysius provided continued guidance, enabling Krones to grow their usage of monday.com while meeting evolving needs and fostering teamwork.
The Results
The partnership delivered measurable outcomes:
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User Growth
A 148% increase in adoption, growing from 50 to 249 users, underscoring widespread acceptance.
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High Utilization
Achieved 96% seat utilization, maximizing the platform’s value.
Time Savings
Automated processes have significantly reduced the time spent on repetitive tasks each year, freeing up substantial time every month for teams to focus on their strategic goals.
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Improved Collaboration
A high average of comments and updates weekly, boosting communication and alignment.
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Operational Efficiency
Enhanced workflows and data visibility allowed teams to focus on impactful tasks, driving better outcomes.
Conclusion
Krones' collaboration with Aulysius and adoption of monday.com Enterprise transformed their operations, addressing key challenges and enabling sustainable growth. Together, they streamlined workflows, enhanced collaboration, and saved valuable time. This partnership reflects Krones' commitment to innovation and efficiency, setting a benchmark for success in the Middle East.
