Eclipse Aviation News
“Comprehensive information management is essential for companies that want to compete in today’s marketplace,” said Vern Raburn, president and CEO of Eclipse Aviation. “Eclipse will be a leader in using information management to integrate all aspects of our business, not just internally but with suppliers and customers as well.”
Within the next 60 days, Eclipse Aviation will set into motion SAP solutions for the manufacturing execution systems and quality control functions of its business.
The company plans to implement the product lifecycle management, maintenance repair overhaul, customer relationship management, electronic commerce, technical publications and warehouse management systems over the next 18 months.
“Eclipse Aviation has a unique advantage because it is not constrained by the past,” said Michael Brown, Eclipse Aviation vice president and CIO. “Typically it takes years to get ERP systems in place because they must convert companies’ antiquated legacy systems and processes. By starting with a clean sheet, we have been able to expedite this process and install a state-of-the-art infrastructure in record time.”
All SAP solutions for Eclipse are being implemented by itelligence, Inc., an SAP Services Partner and one of the largest authorized SAP Certified Business Solutions (CBS) resellers in the United States.
Eclipse Aviation is in the business of designing, certifying and producing modern, affordable jet aircraft that will revolutionize the transportation market. The company is applying advanced electronics systems, manufacturing and business practices to produce aircraft that cost less than a quarter of today's small jet aircraft, will be significantly safer and easier to operate than those of today, and have the lowest cost of ownership ever achieved in a jet aircraft.
The goal of Eclipse is to bring the word "personal" into aviation, making it possible for commercial air passengers to move directly between cities on a quick, affordable and convenient basis. It will also allow pilot owners to enter the world of jet-powered aviation.