At times, ULA has as many as 15 different operating systems dedicated to overlapping processes, such as rocket design, testing, and launch. Multiple systems created unnecessary costs and unwanted confusion among workers at offices, factories, and launch sites in different location. In order to improve collaboration and transparency during vital activities that directly influence mission success, ULA wanted to improve data sharing and streamline manufacturing processes.

Schaidt Innovations was purely a production site with no ERP IT infrastructure when started. So the company needed an ERP system and there was no time for a long, drawn-out implementation. And Schaidt did not have the resources or funding to invest in ERP IT development, customization, and support.