Selecting the Right Enterprise Partner: InnoVint
Recognizing the need for a modern and adaptable technology solution, HSFE began a search for the perfect software partner. Their search led them to InnoVint, a winery operations software that stood out for its forward-thinking approach and understanding of the complex challenges faced by wineries of their size.
Not only did InnoVint meet the core functional requirements, but its modern, 100% API-based technology architecture enabled seamless and scalable integration with complementary systems and technologies. The HSFE team has been able to integrate and build custom solutions leveraging InnoVint’s REST APIs to connect previously disjointed processes, like communications with growers and enhanced BI reporting.
John Ide explains the critical factors behind their choice:
“InnoVint stood out as the most technologically advanced option. Its modern codebase, especially the ready-made APIs, played a crucial role in our choice. This forward-thinking approach assured us of InnoVint’s compatibility with other systems, which is essential in a wine business as diverse as ours. We recognized that a one-size-fits-all solution is seldom effective for an enterprise of our scale, so InnoVint’s flexibility for external integration, either new or existing, was a decisive factor.”
A Smooth Transition
The transition to InnoVint was ambitious, especially considering the three-month deadline for complete data migration. Yet, InnoVint facilitated a smooth and uninterrupted operation during this time. John Ide elaborates on the transition experience:
“Despite the tight turnaround, InnoVint’s solution brought clarity and efficiency, ensuring we didn’t miss a beat in our daily operations during this critical transition. The willingness of the InnoVint team to come on the journey with us and support our needs has been excellent.
What sets them apart is the comprehensive knowledge of their product from both operational and technical perspectives. Our InnoVint account manager’s expertise, particularly in understanding the nuances of winemaking and software, has been invaluable. It’s rare to find a team that can so effectively translate our specific requirements into solutions tailored to our needs.”
Key Benefits:
- Empowered winery teams with a single source of truth and easy access to key winery data
- Improved production efficiency and inventory management accuracy with a digital workflow
- Adaptable software and ready-made APIs to support a fully integrated, scalable solution
- Invaluable access to an experienced team adept in both winemaking and software, ensuring a successful implementation and long-term trusted partnership
HSFE and InnoVint’s Continued Partnership
Looking to the future, HSFE is optimistic about the benefits of this partnership. John shares, “Looking post-vintage 2024, we are excited to fully utilize InnoVint’s capabilities, especially the costing module to provide clear differentiation between products. This will enable better decision-making across the production side of the business due to more aligned data that is easier to access.” Brent Jones concludes with a forward-looking perspective:
“In the InnoVint team, we found genuine passion and purpose, and a desire to improve our commitment to quality, and to our people’s satisfaction in their roles.”