Anora improves business efficiency with smarter Data Governance
A clear master data governance model aligned across five countries - built to support SAP S/4HANA transformation and scale with the business.
The challenge
After the merger of Altia and Arcus, Anora faced fragmented data, slow reporting, and unclear ownership - all while preparing for a major ERP transformation.
Fragmented data after a complex merger
After Altia and Arcus merged, Anora struggled with reconciliation of P&Ls and reports across systems. Master data errors and slow reporting hampered daily decisions.
Unclear roles and responsibilities
Nobody knew who owned what. Without clear data ownership, harmonizing key support systems became a lengthy, frustrating process that blocked progress.
SAP S/4HANA transformation on the horizon
Anora needed a governance model that didn't just solve today's pain - it had to scale through a major ERP transformation and beyond, across five countries.
What we built
A clear master data governance model that fits how Anora operates - built collaboratively with business and IT teams across five countries.
- 01The Diagnosis
Current-state mapping
Worked with Anora's business and IT teams to map existing data flows, identify pain points, and surface where master data quality was breaking down.
- 02The Ownership
Roles & responsibilities clarified
Defined clear data ownership across product, customer, and vendor domains. Each business team understood what they owned and how it impacted others.
- 03The Foundation
Governance model built for the business
Designed a simple, scalable Master Data Governance model that fit how Anora actually operates - not a generic framework, but one tied to real business processes across five countries.
- 04The Scale
Aligned with SAP S/4HANA transformation
Ensured the new approach supports the SAP S/4HANA rollout. The model works today and scales through the ERP transformation - no rework needed later.
Results
Clear roles, better data quality, and a foundation that scales with Anora's business and digital ambitions.
One scalable approach to master data - adopted across all Nordic operations, ready to support SAP S/4HANA rollout.
Product, customer, and vendor data all governed under a unified model
Workshops and interviews ensured business buy-in and adoption
The model works today and scales through the ERP rollout - no rework needed when the system changes.
Beyond the numbers
- Reduced master data errors and improved cross-team collaboration
- Stronger foundation for future digital and AI initiatives
“Data Design's expertise was instrumental in transforming how we manage our master data. Their structured approach not only improved data accuracy and governance but also empowered our teams to make more informed, data-driven decisions across the organization.”
