About AGRAVIS Raiffeisen AG
AGRAVIS Raiffeisen AG is a modern agricultural trading company operating in the segments of agricultural products, animal nutrition, crop production, and agricultural technology. It also operates in the areas of energy and Raiffeisen markets, including building materials trading and project construction. The AGRAVIS Group generates around 8.8 billion euros in revenue with over 6,800 employees and is a leading company in the industry with more than 400 locations, primarily in Germany. International activities are conducted through subsidiaries and affiliated companies in more than 20 countries and export activities in more than 100 countries worldwide. The company's headquarters is in Münster.
The diversity of business areas and deep integration into the agricultural sector make AGRAVIS an indispensable partner for farmers. The company supports its customers not only with products but also with extensive know-how and services that help them run their operations efficiently and successfully. This strong customer orientation requires an equally powerful and flexible IT infrastructure.
The Challenge
With a complex IT infrastructure comprising over 400 applications, AGRAVIS faced the challenge of modernizing its IT infrastructure and aligning its strategy with Cloud First. The company wants to leverage the advantages of the cloud to work more efficiently and save costs. Another challenge is to shut down the existing data center in the near future and migrate the systems to the cloud.
A specific problem was the fragmentation of data and systems caused by the use of different platforms and technologies. This heterogeneity led to inefficient processes and made it difficult to integrate new technologies. Additionally, ensuring the availability and reliability of IT systems was crucial to ensure the smooth operation of business processes.
The Solution
To address these challenges, AGRAVIS decided to gradually migrate its IT infrastructure to the cloud. PCG helped AGRAVIS set up a certified landing zone at the enterprise level that could accommodate all workloads. By using modern cloud technologies and a high degree of automation, AGRAVIS was able to build a flexible and scalable IT environment that allowed the company to optimize its operational processes and use its resources efficiently.
PCG also supported AGRAVIS in migrating its applications to the cloud and helped them modernize their IT infrastructure. By setting up an efficient cloud infrastructure, AGRAVIS was able to work more flexibly and agilely, enabling the company to better adapt to the constantly changing demands of agriculture. The integration of modern security solutions was also part of the process to protect data both in the cloud and in existing data centers.
Results and Benefits
The collaboration with the Public Cloud Group was partnership-based and constructive from the beginning. PCG supported AGRAVIS not only in the technical implementation of the cloud strategy but also in training employees and adapting internal processes. This ensured that the new technologies were used effectively and that employees could fully exploit the benefits of the cloud.
An important aspect of the collaboration is the close coordination and communication between the teams of AGRAVIS and PCG. Regular meetings and workshops helped monitor the progress of the projects and make necessary adjustments quickly. This agile approach ensured that the implementation of cloud solutions went smoothly and that the goals were achieved on time.
A particular highlight of the collaboration was the hands-on workshops and training programs for AGRAVIS employees. These training sessions were designed to improve the technical skills of employees and provide them with the necessary knowledge to use the new cloud technologies effectively. This not only promoted the acceptance of the new systems but also contributed to the professional development of the employees.
Outlook for the Future
With the successful implementation of cloud solutions, AGRAVIS has laid the foundation for further growth and innovation. The company plans to continue its cloud strategy and migrate more applications to the cloud. Through the ongoing partnership with PCG, AGRAVIS will continue to benefit from the latest technologies, enabling it to respond flexibly to market changes and seize new business opportunities.
PCG will remain an important partner for AGRAVIS and support them in their digital transformation. Through the ongoing collaboration with PCG, AGRAVIS is well-equipped to embrace the opportunities and challenges of the digital future and continue to offer excellent products and services for agriculture.
Additionally, AGRAVIS will continue to intensify its efforts in the area of sustainability. The cloud solutions provide an excellent foundation for implementing more environmentally friendly business processes and reducing the company's ecological footprint. This is not only good for the environment but also strengthens AGRAVIS's position as a responsible company in the agricultural sector.
About PCG
Public Cloud Group (PCG) supports companies in their digital transformation through the use of public cloud solutions.
With a product portfolio designed to accompany organisations of all sizes in their cloud journey and competence that is a synonym for highly qualified staff that clients and partners like to work with, PCG is positioned as a reliable and trustworthy partner for the hyperscalers, relevant and with repeatedly validated competence and credibility.
We have the highest partnership status with the three relevant hyperscalers: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google, and Microsoft. As experienced providers, we advise our customers independently with cloud implementation, application development, and managed services.