Strategic Partnership Brings Cutting-Edge ERP and IT Solutions to Shipbuilders, MRO Providers, and Defense Industry Manufacturers
Oxalis Solutions, a leader in technology solutions for highly regulated industries, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with IFS, a global innovator in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. This collaboration will empower shipbuilders, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers, and defense industry manufacturers with advanced technology solutions that improve efficiency, streamline operations, and enhance readiness for mission-critical projects.
“IFS is committed to delivering industry-leading cloud solutions that drive operational excellence for asset-intensive industries. Our partnership with Oxalis marks a significant step forward in modernizing U.S. Navy MRO operations, ensuring shipyards and defense contractors have the tools they need to enhance efficiency, readiness, and long-term sustainability,” said Vinod Chumber, Global Head of Channels at IFS.
IFS is a proven leader in enterprise software for asset-intensive industries, including aerospace, defense, and maritime. By partnering with Oxalis—known for its deep expertise in software integration, cloud solutions, and process optimization—this collaboration will provide businesses that support the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) with state-of-the-art IT solutions to modernize operations and increase supply chain resilience.
“We are excited to partner with IFS to modernize U.S. shipbuilding, repair, and MRO operations,” said Jonathan Malanche, CEO of Oxalis Solutions. “Our combined expertise in software implementation and enterprise technology will help businesses across the defense industrial base embrace digital transformation, improve efficiency, and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving market.”
Addressing the Need for Modernization in Shipbuilding, MRO, and Defense Manufacturing
The U.S. defense industry is undergoing a critical shift toward modernization, driven by aging infrastructure, increased global competition, and the need for more efficient manufacturing and repair processes. Organizations supporting the DoD—including shipbuilders, aerospace manufacturers, and MRO providers—face growing challenges in asset management, workforce optimization, and operational efficiency.
By integrating IFS’s powerful ERP solutions with Oxalis’ expertise in IT system modernization and digital transformation, this partnership will help businesses:
A Future-Ready Solution for Defense Industry Leaders
IFS is trusted by leading defense contractors, shipyards, and aerospace organizations for its advanced ERP, enterprise asset management (EAM), and field service management (FSM) solutions. Oxalis Solutions brings deep experience in cloud-based IT modernization, process automation, and large-scale enterprise software deployments across industries that support the U.S. military and defense sector.
Together, Oxalis and IFS will provide the next generation of digital tools that enable organizations to increase agility, optimize production, and improve readiness across shipbuilding, MRO, and defense supply chains.
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About IFS
IFS is the world’s leading provider of Industrial AI and enterprise software for hardcore businesses that make, service, and power our planet. Our technology enables businesses which manufacture goods, maintain complex assets, and manage service-focused operations to unlock the transformative power of Industrial AI™ to enhance productivity, efficiency, and sustainability.
IFS Cloud is a fully composable AI-powered platform, designed for ultimate flexibility and adaptability to our customers’ specific requirements and business evolution. It spans the needs of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Information Technology Service Management (ITSM), and Field Service Management (FSM). IFS technology leverages AI, machine learning, real-time data and analytics to empower our customers to make informed strategic decisions and excel at their Moment of Service™.
IFS was founded in 1983 by five university friends who pitched a tent outside our first customer’s site to ensure they would be available 24/7 and the needs of the customer would come first. Since then, IFS has grown into a global leader with over 7,000 employees in 80 countries. Driven by those foundational values of agility, customer-centricity, and trust, IFS is recognized worldwide for delivering value and supporting strategic transformations. We are the most recommended supplier in our sector. Visit ifs.com to learn why.
About Oxalis Solutions
Oxalis Solutions is a technology consultancy specializing in IT modernization for highly regulated industries, including maritime, aerospace, defense, and manufacturing. As an Atlassian Platinum Solution Partner, Oxalis provides cloud services, ITSM solutions, and enterprise software integrations to help organizations streamline operations and improve business performance.
