Today wasn’t just another day at Ashewa Technology. It was a day of celebration, partnership, and proof. We gathered with our esteemed partners at Edomias International PLC to mark the official closure and handover of one of our most complex and rewarding projects to date—a fully customized Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
Beating the Odds with Dedication
As our CEO and Founder, Ato Daniel Bekele, reminded us during his opening speech, the path of ERP implementation is notoriously difficult. “Globally, over 40% of ERP projects fail,” he noted. “It’s simple to start, but incredibly challenging to finish successfully. Today’s celebration is a powerful testimony to what is possible. It’s a beacon for other Ethiopian companies that digital transformation isn’t just a buzzword; it’s an achievable reality that fuels growth.”
This success isn’t an isolated event. It’s part of a powerful trend of execution at Ashewa Technology. With 4 project closures last month, 6 this month (including this one), and 13 scheduled for next month, we are relentlessly pushing the boundaries and making a tangible contribution to Ethiopia’s digital future.
Building the ‘Impossible’: The Custom Operation Module
Every ERP project has its complexities, but the Edomias project presented a unique challenge that our team embraced with passion. Ato Negaye Fikadu, our lead ERP Implementer, walked everyone through the technical scope.
“We implemented the full suite of core ERP modules,” he explained, “including HR, Finance, Inventory, Purchase, Sales, and Recruitment. But the real game-changer was the Operation Module.”
This wasn’t a standard feature. The Operation Module was a concept born from the specific, intricate needs of Edomias International PLC. Our team built it entirely from scratch. It was a tailored solution for a tailored operation. As Ato Negaye gave a live demonstration of the system on the big screen, the room saw firsthand how this custom module seamlessly integrated with all other functions, creating a powerful, unified system.
“This project taught us that no requirement is too unique,” Ato Negaye reflected. “As a development team, the knowledge and experience we gained are invaluable. We proved that we can listen to a client’s most specific need and build it into reality.”
“We Are Very, Very Happy”: The Client’s Verdict
The ultimate measure of our work is the satisfaction of our clients. Mr. Nitsihina Wendu, Deputy Support Manager at Edomias International PLC, couldn’t have said it better.
“We are very, very happy with this result,” he shared with a genuine smile. “For a long time, we were hesitant to leave our manual systems behind. The change felt daunting. But after using this new ERP system for a short time, its immense value is clear. It has so many uses for us, and we are grateful to the entire Ashewa team for their hard work and dedication.”
This gratitude was beautifully formalized when Ato Alebe Kebede, Legal Service Manager of Edomias, presented Ashewa Technology with a Certificate of Appreciation. This certificate recognized our excellent service and the transformative change our ERP system has brought to their company. It’s an honor we will cherish.
A Sweet End to a Successful Chapter
The ceremony concluded in the best way possible—with collaboration and celebration. Both teams came together to cut a cake, symbolizing the sweet success of their partnership. Group photos captured the smiles and the sense of shared accomplishment.
For Edomias International PLC, today marks the beginning of a new era of efficiency and data-driven decision-making. For Ashewa Technology, it’s another promise delivered, another step forward in our mission to power Ethiopia’s digital transformation.
