Case Study
Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), a leading aerospace and defense contractor, needed an efficient, automated solution to manage contracts and streamline their processing. Advisicon delivered a comprehensive system that integrated pipelines for contract creation and updates, along with a SharePoint extension to view PDS XML documents, significantly reducing manual efforts and errors.
Business Situation
SNC faced significant challenges managing contracts due to manual processes and the complexity of handling PDS files. They required an automated, user-friendly system to connect to their EDA server, process contract-related files, and optimize contract creation and management.
Solution Delivered
Advisicon developed and implemented a solution consisting of three integrated pipelines:
- Pipe 1: EDA Server Connection Function to locate contracts and download associated PDS files.
- Pipe 2: A web-based user interface for creating and submitting file clusters for contract creation and updates.
- Pipe 3: A function to process file clusters and generate Push Award SOAP calls, automating new contract creation.
Additionally, we developed the SharePoint PDS Viewer, a SharePoint extension using a style sheet to display PDS XML documents, enhancing accessibility and user experience.
Benefits Realized
- Reduced Manual Effort: Automation of contract management reduced manual workload and minimized errors.
- Streamlined Processes: Efficient contract creation and updates improved overall operational efficiency.
- Enhanced Document Accessibility: The SharePoint PDS Viewer improved user access to contract details and documents.
The Company Today
SNC now enjoys a fully automated contract management system, freeing up time to focus on strategic activities while the solution efficiently handles the complexities of contract processing and PDS file management.
