From Fragmented Processes to Operational Excellence: Baroid Saudi Arabia Ltd Co’s ERP Transformation Journey

Industry Focus and Operational Scope

Baroid Saudi Arabia Ltd Co, a branch of Halliburton based in Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, operates within the industrial drilling products sector. As part of a global energy services leader, the company supports critical drilling operations where financial accuracy, operational transparency, and process efficiency are essential to maintaining performance standards aligned with headquarters expectations. 

However, as operational demands increased, Baroid’s existing systems proved insufficient to support its growing complexity. The organization relied on a local system that managed finance only, with no ability to properly allocate costs across departments. Reporting processes were manual, inefficient, and time-consuming, resulting in delays and limited visibility into financial and operational performance. It became clear that change was no longer optional, as a structured digital transformation was necessary to enhance business processes, strengthen data integrity, and improve overall efficiency. 

The Challenge 

Although Baroid Saudi Arabia remained operationally capable, internal inefficiencies began to hinder performance and decision-making. The absence of an integrated system meant that cost allocation across departments was unclear, reporting lacked depth and accuracy, and the effort required to produce management reports was excessive. 

Key Challenges 

Limited Financial Visibility 
The existing local system managed finance in isolation and was unable to distribute costs across multiple departments, resulting in incomplete financial insights. 

Poor Reporting Capabilities 
Reports required extensive manual effort, consuming significant time while still lacking accuracy, consistency, and reliability. 

Inefficient Business Processes 

Disconnected workflows and poor system integration created operational delays and reduced process efficiency. 

Weak Master Data Structure 
Inconsistent and poorly maintained master data affected the quality of inputs and ultimately the reliability of outputs. 

Time-Consuming Manual Effort 
Preparing reports for headquarters required excessive manual intervention, increasing both workload and turnaround time. 

The Solution 

Recognizing the urgent need for transformation, Baroid Saudi Arabia partnered with Abacus to modernize its operational ecosystem through the implementation of SAP Business One along with an HR add-on, creating a unified ERP environment for all departments. 

The objective was to replace fragmented systems with a single, integrated platform that could streamline processes, strengthen master data management, improve data inputs, and elevate reporting standards. This transformation focused on introducing structured workflows, ensuring accurate cost allocation, and enabling faster, more reliable reporting to support both local management and headquarters requirements. 

Key Implementation Highlights 

• Deployment of SAP Business One as a centralized ERP system  

• Integration of HR add-on for comprehensive people management 
  

• Standardization of business processes across all departments 
  

• Strengthening of master data structure and governance 
  

• Enhancement of data input accuracy for reliable outputs 
  

• Introduction of automated reporting to reduce manual effort and time 
  

Abacus worked closely with Baroid’s teams to ensure smooth system adoption, aligning the ERP solution with operational realities and corporate reporting standards. 

The Impact 

The implementation of SAP Business One marked a significant shift in Baroid Saudi Arabia’s operational approach. By consolidating all departments under a single ERP system, the company achieved faster, more accurate outputs and a notable improvement in reporting efficiency. Reports that previously demanded extensive time and effort were produced more swiftly and with greater accuracy, allowing for timely submission to headquarters. 

Operational processes became more structured and coordinated, particularly within the procurement, finance, and HR departments, where clearer workflows and improved visibility helped reduce delays and enhance overall performance. Cost allocation achieved greater precision and transparency, supporting stronger financial control and more informed decision-making. 

Through its partnership with Abacus, Baroid Saudi Arabia transitioned from a fragmented, manual operational model to a more streamlined and data-driven environment. This shift reinforced process integrity, strengthened business performance, and established a solid foundation for sustained operational excellence.