Suite Success Story: Fernbrook Homes

Industry

Residential Construction

Challenge

Fernbrook Homes required a more efficient and dynamic system to manage their financial operations and project costs. Their existing accounting system lacked the advanced reporting and cost-tracking capabilities necessary for their growing business.

Results

By implementing HomeBuilder, Fernbrook Homes achieved substantial improvements in cost tracking, reduced repetitive tasks, and enhanced financial reporting. The integration of OCR technology streamlined their accounts payable process, saving time and reducing human error.

Key Products

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, HomeBuilder

fernbrookhomes.com/about

35+

Years in business

40K+

Homes built

15 min

Setup time for new company

The most important thing is that HomeBuilder has the models and lots really simplified, built into the system, so we can set up a company in 15 minutes. The implementation is quite fast for us to get a company up and running.

Albert Chen

Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Fernbrook Homes

Even with the same number of staff, we were able to adapt the ERP to produce much better reports by leveraging OCR altogether. It's been a significant improvement in terms of reports and managing the financials.

Albert Chen

Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Fernbrook Homes

About Fernbrook Homes

Fernbrook Homes is one of Canada's foremost builders, known for their impressive collection of distinguished communities. With over 35 years of experience, the company has built approximately 40,000 homes across Canada.

The Challenge

Fernbrook Homes faced the challenge of managing financial operations and project costs with an outdated accounting system. The system's limitations in advanced reporting and cost tracking hindered their ability to efficiently handle their growing number of projects and financial transactions.

The Solution

Fernbrook Homes turned to HomeBuilder by Suite Engine to address their needs for a more robust financial and project management system. After evaluating various options, they chose HomeBuilder for its comprehensive features and seamless integration with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.

'The most important thing is that HomeBuilder has the models and lots really simplified, built into the system, so we can set up a company in 15 minutes. The implementation is quite fast for us to get a company up and running.'

— Albert Chen, CFO | Fernbrook Homes

With HomeBuilder, Fernbrook Homes quickly adapted to the new system, significantly improving their financial management and reporting capabilities.

The Results

HomeBuilder by Suite Engine delivered impressive results for Fernbrook Homes. The company saw significant improvements in cost tracking and financial reporting, thanks to the enhanced features and OCR technology.

'Even with the same amount of staff, we were able to adapt the ERP to produce much better reports by leveraging the OCR altogether. It's been a significant improvement in terms of reports and managing the financials.'

— Albert Chen, CFO of Fernbrook Homes

Fernbrook Homes now enjoys a streamlined accounts payable process, saving time and reducing errors.

'The core software works quite well. Last year, we started doing the Continia project, and today, we feel very, very comfortable with the software.'

— Albert Chen, CFO of Fernbrook Homes

With over 35 years in business and approximately 40,000 homes built, Fernbrook Homes continues to thrive, supported by the powerful capabilities of HomeBuilder.

About Suite Engine

Suite Engine specializes in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central add-on solutions. Our integrated approach combines technical expertise with strategic partnership to deliver transformational business outcomes.

Learn More

To discover how Suite Engine can strengthen your Business Central environment, visit suiteengine.com or contact our team for a strategic consultation.