Southern Paprika Case Study
Growing Paprika with Enhanced Efficiency: The CleverTime Solution
CUSTOMER
Sheryl Lewis (HR Manager)
COMPANY
- Employee: 220 staffs
- Established: 1998
INDUSTRY
Agriculture - Capsicum Grower
Southern Paprika Limited
Southern Paprika Limited, situated in Warkworth, just 60 minutes North of Auckland, boasts an expansive site that accommodates up to one million plants at any given time, yielding a remarkable seven million kilograms of capsicums annually. Established in 1998 as a joint venture between Alexander Cropping Limited (owned by Hamish and Robyn Alexander) and the Levarht Family of Holland, Southern Paprika Limited has evolved into a leading producer of premium capsicums. In March 2023, the company was acquired by Market Gardeners Limited (MG), a New Zealand grower-owned cooperative.
Southern Paprika Limited has invested heavily in cutting-edge technology including state-of-the-art glasshouses equipped with the latest innovations. With a workforce of 220 employees, the company has prioritized automation, advanced systems, and efficient packhouses. These investments have solidified Southern Paprika Limited’s position as one of the most efficient producers of premium capsicums in New Zealand.
“One of the most valuable features of CleverTime is the ability for staff to view their own hours and for managers to efficiently approve them. With CleverTime, we’ve experienced a positive impact on our company’s productivity and effectiveness in managing time-related tasks. It has truly transformed the way we handle our time-related tasks and has become an indispensable tool for our organization.”
Sheryl Lewis (HR Manager)
Southern Paprika Ltd**
Why Southern Paprika Chose CleverTime
Because of the complexity of its payroll and operating systems, Southern Paprika Limited (SPL) required a time and attendance system that could be customized to meet its extensive payroll needs. After learning about CleverTime’s highly customizable solution which aligned with the company’s specific requirements, SPL collaborated closely with the CleverTime team. Together, they developed a unique combination of solutions that are integratable and user-friendly, tailored to SPL’s needs.
How CleverTime Helped Southern Paprika Optimize Operation
Before 2019, Southern Paprika Limited grappled with inefficiencies in its time, attendance and payroll processes.
The company faced significant time spent on administrative tasks, which not only drained resources but also hindered its ability to grow.
How CleverTime Responded
As a leading provider of time and attendance technology and services, CleverTime leveraged its expertise and experience to customize a unique solution tailored to meet SPL’s specific requirements. With SPL operating multiple departments and job roles, CleverTime adeptly collaborated with the company’s management structure and reporting system. Additionally, CleverTime’s solution enabled SPL to efficiently track the allocation of its labor resources, ensuring optimal workforce management and productivity.
Currently, CleverTime’s system is seamlessly integrated into Southern Paprika Limited’s operations, serving all 220 employees across the organization. This integration extends beyond mere implementation; CleverTime has evolved from being a service provider to a strategic partner for SPL. The outcomes of this collaboration have been instrumental in enhancing SPL’s efficiency, contributing significantly to its status as one of New Zealand’s foremost producers of premium capsicums.
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