Automating Biotechnology Research Organization Demand and Portfolio Management

The client aimed to transition from manual demand management to an automated system, enabling greater efficiency, improved decision-making, and significant cost savings. ZPS leveraged its expertise in Jira, Confluence, and ServiceNow to design and implement a customized solution that automated workflows, enhanced reporting, and integrated demand management tools for a unified approach.

Challenges Faced

Inefficient Manual Processes: The Excel-based demand management approach was repetitive, prone to errors, and a significant drain on resources.
Lack of Real-Time Insights: The absence of automated reporting made it challenging for stakeholders to analyze and prioritize requests effectively.
Disconnected Systems: Separate platforms for demand management created redundancies and inconsistencies, making data tracking and synchronization difficult.

Zamann Pharma Support’s Approach

ZPS developed a tailored solution to address the client’s challenges, focusing on automation, integration, and customization:

Jira Automation for Demand and Portfolio Management:

Designed advanced workflows with customized fields, flags, and tags to streamline demand intake and tracking.

Implemented a KPI score matrix for prioritizing demands based on impact and urgency, aiding in strategic decision-making.

Confluence Dashboard for KPI Reporting:

Created a dynamic Confluence page to serve as an automated KPI dashboard.

Provided real-time visualization of demand priorities, enabling stakeholders to access critical insights and track project progress.

ServiceNow Integration with Jira:

Integrated Jira with ServiceNow to synchronize demand requests across platforms.

Automated the creation of ServiceNow items from Jira requests, ensuring accurate and up-to-date tracking.

Results Achieved

ZPS’s customized solution delivered transformative results for the client:

Cost Savings: Automation reduced manual efforts, minimized errors, and optimized resources for more strategic initiatives.
Enhanced Decision-Making: The KPI dashboard provided real-time demand visibility, enabling data-driven decisions and timely prioritization.
Increased Efficiency: Streamlined workflows and improved collaboration across departments enhanced the client’s ability to manage global demands.
Improved Data Accuracy: Automated integrations eliminated errors associated with manual data entry, ensuring consistent and accurate information across platforms.

Client Testimonial

“Zamann Pharma Support delivered a game-changing solution that transformed how we manage global demand and portfolios. Their expertise in automation and integration ensured seamless workflows and significant cost savings. The KPI dashboard has become an invaluable tool for our decision-making process, and the results speak for themselves.”

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