Prague, August 13, 2019 – Ness Digital Engineering, a global provider of comprehensive IT solutions and business services, has partnered with Wikov Industry, a leading Czech manufacturer of gears and gearboxes, to implement an ERP and PDM/PLM product development and lifecycle management system. This initiative, built on SAP technology, will fully integrate and digitalize Wikov’s custom manufacturing processes, from product development to the delivery of unique solutions for sectors such as energy, heavy industry, metallurgy, and transportation.
A Major Step Toward Digital Transformation
“The decision to implement SAP S/4HANA in collaboration with Ness is a significant milestone in the digitalization of our production processes,” said Vladimír Truksa, CFO of Wikov Industry. “We selected Ness for their innovative and comprehensive solution, backed by extensive experience in providing IT solutions for the manufacturing sector. The advanced functionalities of SAP S/4HANA, covering the entire product lifecycle—from development and technical preparation to planning and production management—were decisive factors in our choice.”
Comprehensive Evaluation and Implementation
The selection process for the ERP and PDM/PLM systems took over a year. It included a pre-implementation analysis and a thorough evaluation of finalist solutions, with SAP S/4HANA emerging as the most suitable technology.
“This project connects product lifecycle management across the entire company through big data, automation, and process innovation,” said Karol Kubeczka, Director of Utility & Manufacturing at Ness Digital Engineering. “Our team brings years of expertise and deep knowledge of manufacturing processes to implement this ambitious initiative. For a traditional Czech manufacturer like Wikov, whose products are globally recognized, this project is truly groundbreaking.”
Expected Benefits
The project is currently in its preparatory phase. Once the PDM/PLM modules—including SAP Engineering Control Center, SAP Production Engineering and Operations, and SAP Production Planning and Detail Scheduling—are fully deployed, Wikov Industry will benefit from:
- Improved process coordination across departments.
- Enhanced labor productivity.
- A robust data foundation for quality decision-making.
- Reduced material waste and time loss in production processes.
About Ness Digital Engineering
Ness Digital Engineering designs, builds, and integrates digital platforms and enterprise software to connect internal processes with customer-facing digital products and services. Through agile custom development, data analytics, application modernization, and the implementation of standard software products, Ness helps organizations unlock the potential of technology to simplify and streamline their operations.
For more information, visit www.ness.cz or ness.com.
About Wikov Industry
Wikov Industry is the largest manufacturer of industrial gearboxes and gearing equipment in the Czech Republic, with a legacy dating back to 1884 in Hronov and 1918 in Plzeň. A global leader in industrial gearbox manufacturing, the company focuses on innovative solutions for renewable energy, rail transport, and heavy machinery.
Wikov’s subsidiaries include:
- Wikov Gear s.r.o. (Plzeň) – Industrial and high-speed gearboxes.
- Wikov MGI a.s. (Hronov) – Gearboxes for renewable energy and rail vehicles.
- Wikov Sázavan s.r.o. – Machine parts and engineering components.
- Detail CZ – Precision parts for trucks, construction, and agricultural machinery.
In 2019, Wikov expanded its operations through:
- Acquiring Gmeinder Getriebe Gruppe (Germany), specializing in rail vehicle gearbox production and servicing.
- Establishing the Wikov-RS plant in Tver, Russia, as a joint venture for rolling stock gearbox assembly.
With more than 1,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding EUR 120 million, the Wikov Industry Group continues to maintain long-term profitability and global competitiveness.
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