Lab 9 Modular, a fast‑growing US‑based modular construction company, needed a modern digital backbone to support its rapid expansion, complex project‑based operations, and multi‑state manufacturing footprint. Their legacy systems created data silos, inconsistent processes, and limited visibility across finance, supply chain, production, and project delivery. To scale confidently, Lab 9 Modular partnered with Chameleonic Fresco to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations as a unified, future‑ready ERP platform.
Transforming Operations with a Unified Digital Core
The implementation began with a full discovery of Lab 9 Modular’s project‑driven business model—covering design, fabrication, assembly, logistics, and on‑site installation. Chameleonic Fresco designed a global template tailored to modular construction, integrating project accounting, BOM‑driven production, procurement, inventory, and subcontractor management into a single D365 F&O environment. This eliminated manual reconciliation, reduced operational delays, and established a consistent workflow across all departments and manufacturing sites.
Modernising Production and Supply Chain for Modular Construction
D365 F&O enabled Lab 9 Modular to shift from fragmented spreadsheets to structured, real‑time production control. Work orders, material requirements, and fabrication schedules were fully digitised, giving plant managers accurate visibility into capacity, lead times, and material consumption. Integrated procurement and vendor collaboration improved delivery reliability, while warehouse digitalisation (barcode/RFID) strengthened inventory accuracy. The company gained the ability to plan modular unit builds with predictable timelines and cost transparency.
Financial Clarity, Project Profitability, and Executive Insight
Finance teams moved from reactive reporting to proactive financial management. Automated project costing, milestone billing, and cash‑flow forecasting provided executives with real‑time profitability insights across all modular projects. Power BI dashboards delivered governed analytics for production efficiency, procurement performance, and budget adherence. Month‑end closing time dropped significantly, and leadership gained a single source of truth for strategic decision‑making.
A Scalable Platform for Growth and Innovation
With D365 F&O as its digital foundation, Lab 9 Modular is now positioned to scale into new states, expand manufacturing capacity, and adopt Industry 4.0 capabilities such as IoT‑enabled equipment monitoring and AI‑driven production optimisation. The ERP platform supports future integrations with BIM systems, advanced scheduling tools, and digital twin technologies—ensuring the company stays ahead in the competitive modular construction market.