November 2023
Testimonials from Johnny Gislard, President of Coop Portage, and Paul Alain BOULVERT, administrator of the tool.
Founded in 2023, Coop Portage employs about 100 contractors on fixed-term or permanent contracts, as well as 5 full-time staff members located throughout the country to assist them with payroll, accounting, and operational oversight.
Unlike many umbrella companies, Coop Portage operates as a cooperative: employees are partners in the company’s mission, which allows them to play a decision-making role and potentially share in the profits generated.
Choosing VSP: A Practical and Flexible Solution
Right from the company’s launch, the Coop Portage teams began searching for an ERP system to support them throughout their growth. Impressed by the features, the value for money, and the electronic signature platform, they quickly turned to VSPortage.
The integration of vsp during its first few months of operation was a crucial phase for Coop Portage. Initially, the company was able to test the software gradually and adapt it based on feedback from its teams.
“Configuration is a real strength. Before, we used software that was much more rigid and difficult to adjust. With vsp, we can change permissions and settings without worrying about ‘breaking’ anything, and if something doesn’t work as expected, we can easily roll back the changes. It gives us real peace of mind,” explains Johnny.
Since the tool is more comprehensive than the one they had been using previously, they were concerned about whether the contractors would be able to get the hang of the interface. Since VSPortage is an intuitive software program, the transition to this new ERP system went very smoothly, and Coop Portage did not lose the support of its employees.
A simple, effective, and responsive tool
One of the aspects most appreciated by the teams at Coop Portage is the software’s simplicity and responsiveness. Johnny Gislard often mentions the importance of this ease of use, especially after working with an aging system that regularly had reliability issues.
“The fact that VSP is a stable, bug-free tool has been a real relief. We’ve gained in efficiency and peace of mind,” he says.
The support provided by VSP was also a key factor. The team’s responsiveness enabled Coop Portage to quickly overcome technical challenges and optimize its use.
“Whenever we needed help, the support team was responsive and provided us with helpful answers, which allowed us to keep operations running smoothly.”
Tangible benefits after 9 months of use
Nine months after integrating vsp, the benefits for Coop Portage are clear. One of the most noticeable improvements relates to invoice management. Everything is centralized within the software, which allows for real-time tracking without having to rely on different people to gather the necessary information.
Johnny notes:
“Billing has been one of the biggest changes. Before, we needed several people and external Excel files to manage all of that. Now, everything is integrated into the system. We can track invoices in real time, manage follow-ups, and ensure full traceability. It’s a real time-saver and boosts efficiency.”
Paul Alain Boulvert adds:
“Centralizing billing and payment tracking is a major advantage. We now have a comprehensive overview of all activities, which allows us to respond more quickly and with greater transparency.”
A Promising Future for Coop Portage
With vsp, Coop Portage has found the ideal tool to support its growth and improve its administrative and financial management. Thanks to a flexible approach and responsive support, the company has been able to optimize its processes while ensuring a seamless experience for its contractors.
Looking ahead, Johnny and Paul are confident that their partnership with vsp will continue to bear fruit.
“We’re pleased with what VSP has enabled us to accomplish so far, and we’re confident that we’ll continue to leverage its features to improve our operations. We highly recommend VSPortage to umbrella companies,” Johnny concludes.
Choose VSPortage to simplify the management of your portage salarial business
Do you run an umbrella company like Johnny Gislard? Choose a centralized solution tailored to your needs with our VSPortage.
You won’t need to use multiple software programs and interfaces to manage your business. vsp brings together all the essential management features for the portage salarial sector:
- HR Management for Contractors: Contracts, Payslips, Expense Reports, Meal Vouchers, Training & Certifications.
- Contractor Dashboard: Business account with tracking of revenue, management fee, gross salary, and financial reserve
- Case Management: Case Tracking, Automatic Notifications.
- Billing and Financial Management : invoice automation, customer reminders, financial reporting.
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