RFK Racing is a major NASCAR team with a rich history. Founded in 1988 by Jack Roush, the team has won eight championships across NASCAR's top three divisions. They were especially dominant in the 2000s and early 2010s, but have scaled back to focus on the Cup Series.

Today, RFK Racing fields two full-time Ford (News - Alert) Mustangs in the Cup Series. Driver/co-owner Brad Keselowski pilots the No. 6 car, while Chris Buescher races the No. 17. They also run a part-time No. 60 car with various drivers. The team is headquartered in Concord, North Carolina, and is known for its signature blue and red colors.

RFK Racing is also focused on “‘getting to green,’ while leading with technology,” as Brad Keselowski, two-time NASCAR champion and co-owner of RFK Racing, put it.

This is a big reason as to why RFK Racing selected SYSPRO Cloud ERP to enhance finance and manufacturing operations.

SYSPRO is a global Enterprise Resource Planning, ERP, software provider that specializes in key manufacturing and distribution industries. SYSPRO's team address unique industry needs and enable customers to easily adapt and grow. The solution is scalable and can be deployed in the cloud, on-premises or both, and accessed via the web on any device to provide customers with choice and flexibility.

What is ERP software?

ERP software is basically a central nervous system for a business. It ties together all the important functions like accounting, inventory, sales and HR. This creates a single source of truth for business data and streamlines processes across departments. The business receives a clearer view of their operations, which makes it easier to manage their entire company.

RFK Racing is putting SYSPRO's ERP platform in the driver's seat. This all-in-one system acts as their digital pit crew. It connects existing software and feeds leaders with real-time data through intuitive dashboards.

Every car works toward a hard deadline. When the green flag drops, a car that isn't ready won't compete. Additionally, NASCAR inspects every car prior to each race to ensure that each conforms to precise specifications — a car out of compliance doesn't race. SYSPRO Cloud ERP helps with this process.

“SYSPRO Cloud ERP is engineered to help companies like RFK Racing accelerate their digital transformation journey,” stated Brian Rainboth, CEO of SYSPRO Americas. “This partnership is about leading the pack in innovation and performance both on and off the track.”

With SYSPRO on board, both finance and manufacturing get a performance boost. While financials get an immediate green flag, the checkered flag for automating manufacturing isn't far behind.

“SYSPRO's incredible reputation for manufacturing gives us confidence that they are the best ERP partner to help us cross the finish line as a winner,” Keselowski added.