University of Salford
Cloud Unit4 ERP is helping this global industry-focused research and teaching university to transform finance and technology access.
Customer Story: University of Salford
Background
The University of Salford is a global industry-focused research and teaching university with more than 23,000 students and 170,000 alumni worldwide, headquartered in greater Manchester, UK. The institution focuses on the challenges and opportunities presented by the technologies of the “fourth industrial revolution.”
The University’s digital strategy is based on a principle of inclusivity and ensuring everyone in the organization can utilize technology. The cloud is a key element in making the ERP platform more agile for staff. As a Unit4 user since 1998, a move to the cloud with Unit4’s SaaS ERP was the obvious choice.
- How we helped
- Versatile and agile – An approach that works for the University’s unique process needs — enabling the creation of custom workflows and greater efficiencies.
- Fewer spreadsheets – Finance teams now work with tools that ensure data accuracy and enable collaboration.
- Enabling app teams – Automation of manual processes and outsourcing of maintenance demands give IT teams the time they need to focus on core business app workflows.
“We didn’t look at any other suppliers for moving to cloud. Unit4 seemed a very sensible solution for the move. Working with the cloud team and our Customer Success Manager especially has been excellent. Getting an accountant away from an Excel spreadsheet is quite difficult but it’s starting to happen — the revolution is here!”
Michelle Williams
Finance Systems Manager
University of Salford
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