21.6.2016

Neste Corporation – Business Process Transformation Programme

We advised Neste in a business process transformation programme under which Neste implements new business processes and procures a new ERP solution from SAP to support the new processes. In addition to a software license agreement with SAP, Neste entered into a systems integration agreement with IBM, with the latter acting as the main implementation partner.

We were extensively involved in the procurement process from the RFP phase to negotiating and drafting all the relevant agreements, and provided strategic advice to Neste in relation to the contractual and legal matters involved.

Neste Corporation is a forerunner in oil refining and renewable solutions offering cleaner traffic and energy products. Neste operates in more than 10 countries and has 5,000 employees. In 2014, Neste’s revenue amounted to EUR 15 billion. Neste shares are listed on NASDAQ Helsinki.

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