How Loomis Brothers is Cleaning Up With an Upgraded ERP
Loomis Bros. Equipment Co., a trusted name in commercial laundry equipment since 1949, is known for delivering high-quality equipment, installation, and responsive service to businesses across the Midwest. With decades of experience and a commitment to excellence, Loomis has built long-standing customer relationships by prioritizing efficiency and reliability at every step of their operation.
The Challenge
As a long-standing company with deep operational roots, Loomis had been using a legacy ERP system to manage their day-to-day business and financial workflows. While the system had supported their growth for many years, it had become clear that a more modern system was needed to scale. They knew it was time to evolve, but like many businesses facing modernization, they didn’t want to risk breaking what was already working, particularly their newly implemented and highly effective field service management system.
Loomis needed an ERP solution that would not only modernize their internal processes but also integrate seamlessly with their current systems. Additionally, they needed to ensure that their historical data—critical for both operations and compliance—could be successfully migrated into the new platform. The challenge was clear: find the right ERP that matched their needs, fit their budget, and wouldn’t disrupt the tools their team was already using in real-time in the field.
The Solution
Swip Systems partnered with Loomis to guide them through our proven 8-step software selection process, which is designed to take the guesswork out of software selection and implementation.
We began by conducting a comprehensive assessment of their current systems and workflows, paying close attention to how the legacy ERP and field service software integrate. We then researched a range of modern, off-the-shelf ERP options, narrowing the field to those that met Loomis’s unique operational needs and software integration requirements.
Once we had a shortlist of viable ERP platforms, we supported the Loomis team in conducting deep-dive demonstrations with potential vendors, facilitating technical discussions, comparing features, and helping them visualize how each solution would support their day-to-day operations. A true white glove service. Our team also assisted in contract negotiations to ensure terms aligned with Loomis’s long-term business goals and technology strategy.
When a final decision was made, Swip stayed involved during the early implementation phase to ensure things stayed on track, answered questions, and resolved any emerging issues.
The Impact
With Swip’s signature strategic approach, Loomis now operates on a modern ERP platform that streamlines their internal operations while preserving the effectiveness of their existing field service system.
“Swip Systems helped us cut through the noise and find a solution that fits our business. They didn’t just recommend software, they guided us through the entire process and ensured nothing fell through the cracks. We now have a system that works for us and the future we’re building here at Loomis.”
— Matt Lamons, President, Loomis Bros Equipment Co.
The new system has:
- Improved operational efficiency by reducing manual work and outdated processes
- Enabled internal teams to self-serve the information they need, reducing bottlenecks and empowering employees
- Simplified access to critical data, enabling quicker decisions and better service delivery
- Integrated smoothly with their field service platform, keeping field operations running without disruption
By investing in the right ERP system and the right partner to execute on it (that’s us!), Loomis now has a tech foundation that’s more aligned with their future growth and evolving customer needs.
Swip Systems continues to support companies like Loomis, who are navigating the complexities of legacy modernization, system integration, and ERP selection. If you’re exploring how to upgrade your systems without losing what’s working, we can help.
Let’s talk about your ERP project.