Mueller needed a customer-focused approach to sales and more data transparency so information could easily be shared throughout the company. With IBM Big Data & Analytics solutions, Mueller empowered all employees to view and analyze company data in near real time, measure individual performances and assess how their work affects the bottom line. For more information, visit www.ibm.com/bigdata-and-analytics

1. Big Data & Analytics
in Manufacturing
Mueller, Inc. Using advanced analytics to transform a business model.
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2. Companies must adapt
and remain agile to stay ahead
of the competition.

3. The key to survival is
embracing data and using it
to drive change.

4. This U.S.-based producer of
prefabricated steel wanted to shift
its business strategy from
manufacturing to retail.
Case Study: Mueller, Inc.

5. How did they do it?
They developed a better understanding of their operations.

6. The Challenge:
Mueller needed a customer-focused approach to sales
and more data transparency so information could easily
be shared throughout the company.

7. IBM Cognos®
Business Intelligence
IBM Cognos TM1®
IBM SPSS®
Modeler
IBM Business Analytics
Software Services
The Solution:
Mueller used analytics to empower all employees to view and analyze
company data in near real time, measure individual performances and
assess how their work affects the bottom line.
Solution Components:

8. This solution pulls data from all points
of sale, inventory and ERP systems, and
pushes that information to the employees.

9. As a result, Mueller realized a 113%
ROI, with improved performance, insight
and fraud detection and prevention.

10. Mueller transformed into an
information-driven enterprise and
established itself as a market leader.

11. IBM Big Data & Analytics can
help you get more value out of your existing investments by lowering
operational costs, improving margins and reducing fraud.

12. Find a solution that
works for your business.
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