SAP case studies
Use our independently reported SAP case studies to the monitor the success of your own SAP ERP implementations and upgrades. Through in-depth interviews with companies that have been through the good and bad points of SAP projects, our writers provide useful information from these SAP use cases that you can act upon.
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31 Mar 2023
Move to S/4HANA or not? Some real-world experiences
With end of support looming for ECC, the race to S/4HANA is on -- for some. Learn some pros and cons of S/4HANA and why some companies are taking a 'just say no' approach. Continue Reading
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08 Sep 2021
7 notable ERP implementation failures and why they failed
ERP consultants shared their analysis and takeaways from such spectacular ERP failures as National Grid, Revlon and Waste Management and gave advice on avoiding the same pitfalls. Continue Reading
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02 Jul 2021
Quadpack migrates to S/4HANA Cloud to unite data, processes
Faced with an aging on-premises ERP system, Quadpack is migrating to SAP S/4HANA Cloud while simultaneously upgrading its analytics and data warehousing capabilities. Continue Reading
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11 Jun 2021
SAP wants to own intelligent enterprise, but firms have options
SAP customers Paragon 28 and Merit Energy extoll the value of an S/4HANA-based intelligent enterprise, but an S/4HANA migration might not be needed to achieve the same benefits. Continue Reading
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07 May 2021
SAP-NHL Coaching Insights app enhances real-time game data
A new version of the Coaching Insights app, a joint SAP-NHL effort, includes features that provide coaches with in-game analysis of player and game data. Continue Reading
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22 Mar 2021
MSC Industrial Supply transforms to SAP S/4HANA private cloud
MSC Industrial Supply needed to cut costs and modernize its ERP system, so it first moved to S/4HANA on a hybrid cloud and has recently completed a transformation to a SaaS model. Continue Reading
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18 Mar 2021
SAP tools analyze usage, help ease S/4HANA migration
ODTH First Class Logistics and TGS lean on SAP tools to analyze SAP remote access and user experience and speed up an S/4HANA migration project. Continue Reading
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19 Jan 2021
More SAP leadership changes as Fox-Martin exits
SAP shuffles the executive ranks again as head of SAP customer success Adaire Fox-Martin leaves and ex-Microsoft Azure leader Julia White joins to head the SAP marketing organization Continue Reading
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25 Nov 2020
Panorama Consulting's report talks best-of-breed ERP trend
The top ERP vendors offer distinct capabilities to customers, paving the way for a best-of-breed ERP approach, according to Panorama Consulting. Continue Reading
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09 Oct 2020
How 2 S/4HANA projects wrapped up remotely due to COVID-19
Here's how two SAP S/4HANA migration projects by De Nora Group and Vistaprint were completed on time after the COVID-19 crisis forced the implementation teams to work remotely. Continue Reading
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05 Aug 2020
Penn State graduates from legacy ERP to SAP S/4HANA
Penn State University recently completed a greenfield SAP S/4HANA implementation to replace an old COBOL-based system with a modern, transformative ERP. Continue Reading
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22 Jul 2020
Overview of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll
In this introduction to SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll, learn about the cloud-based payroll system meant to handle global enterprise needs. Continue Reading
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08 Jul 2020
SAP Business One ERP helps SMBs shift with changing markets
Sagamore Spirit and Ellsworth Foods are using SAP Business One ERP to help deal with dramatic changes in demand caused by the COVID-19 crisis. Continue Reading
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10 Jun 2020
SAP reimagines Sapphire Now 2020 as a virtual event
SAP Sapphire Now will go online with virtual content and interactive sessions, but it remains to be seen if the conference will be able to match the audience engagement of in-person events. Continue Reading
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13 Apr 2020
SAP mobile app helps zoo tame digital transformation
Taronga Conservation Society Australia improved efficiency by implementing a mobile application built on the SAP Cloud Platform. The app has digitized old paper-based processes. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2020
SAP Data Hub opens predictive possibilities at Paul Hartmann
When medical supply firm Paul Hartmann AG tested a supply chain analysis system built on SAP Data Hub, it found that it could predict demand better than the company's sales team. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Sep 2019
S/4HANA public cloud vs. private cloud: Compare the pros, cons
In addition to SAP's on-premises and hybrid models, the vendor offers S/4HANA in public and private clouds. Here's a look at the differences in some important areas. Continue Reading
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31 Jul 2019
S/4HANA migration needs strong project management
Vinci Energies Group shows that an SAP S/4HANA migration is a difficult project that requires strong management, but the new functions have real business value. Continue Reading
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Guide
17 Jul 2019
SAP Leonardo technologies seek to empower the digital enterprise
Learn the fundamentals of Leonardo, how it has evolved over the years and key steps to using its advanced technologies to build a responsive, real-time digital enterprise. Continue Reading
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15 Apr 2019
Del Monte Foods makes SAP ERP migration to AWS
Thanks to an acquisition, Del Monte Foods' IT had both on-premises and hosted systems, which proved costly and inflexible. It has since moved its IT systems to AWS. Continue Reading
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05 Feb 2019
Haribo can't bear SAP S/4HANA implementation
Haribo's recent deployment of S/4HANA may have led to problems getting its products into stores, but experts believe they could have been avoided with better project management. Continue Reading
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31 Jan 2019
SAP intelligent enterprise helps Delivery Hero manage rapid growth
Delivery Hero may only be a midsize company, but its rapid business growth forced it to look for an enterprise-grade ERP product. The company eventually decided on SAP S/4HANA for the core of its intelligent enterprise. Continue Reading
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18 Jan 2019
UX analysis is key to S/4HANA migration at AES
User experience software from Knoa helped an energy company choose what transactions to migrate from SAP ECC 6 on an Oracle database to an SAP HANA database, and then to S/4HANA. Continue Reading
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02 Oct 2018
Exploring the SAP ERP system lineup
With its five main ERP products, SAP cast a wide net in the ERP market. Here's a rundown of SAP ERP software offerings, including its stalwart on-prem ERP and next-gen S/4HANA. Continue Reading
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28 Sep 2018
King's Hawaiian bakes transformation into S/4HANA implementation
King's Hawaiian's aging Sage ERP couldn't handle growth, so the company is implementing SAP S/4HANA, which will improve processes and open new markets. Continue Reading
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11 Sep 2018
Digital transformation goals spark new S/4HANA migration momentum
S/4HANA upgrades form the core of digital transformation for SAP organizations, but many underestimate the challenges, such as complex legacy systems, bad data and customizations. Continue Reading
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30 Aug 2018
How does SAP S/4HANA digital core enable digital transformation?
The S/4HANA digital core is an initiative of SAP to help companies turn big data emanating from various sources, such as sensors, into actionable insights. Here's a look. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Aug 2018
What are your S/4HANA supply chain software integration options?
Starting with S/4HANA supply chain software and adding additional capabilities through components such as Ariba and C/4HANA can solve some of the thorniest supply chain issues. Continue Reading
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09 Aug 2018
Which SAP C/4HANA deployment options create great customer experience?
Companies looking to SAP to help them create great customer experience should understand C/4HANA deployment options and which is best for them. Continue Reading
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Guide
11 Jul 2018
SAP S/4HANA migration: What you need to know
There's a lot to consider when contemplating a move to SAP S/4HANA, and this essential guide provides a starting point, including practical advice, case studies and in-depth analysis. Continue Reading
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06 Jul 2018
Deployment options -- SAP S/4HANA Cloud vs. on-premises vs. hybrid
Are you confused about the implementation options of S/4HANA? If so, learn about the various choices and their associated pros and cons. Continue Reading
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31 May 2018
SAP partner program delivers applications for SMB market
SAP partners are optimistic that a new program for qualifying their applications and making them available on the cloud will drive new business in the SMB market. Continue Reading
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17 Apr 2018
SAP indirect access debate tackled in new licensing model
SAP wants to resolve the indirect-access issue with a new, document-based licensing model. Analysts think customers will be happy, but SAP needs to build trust. Continue Reading
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13 Apr 2018
What order-to-cash cycle controls in SAP ensure compliance?
SAP Sales and Distribution, a component of SAP ECC, has a number of available functions to help create a better order-to-cash cycle. Here's a look at 10. Continue Reading
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23 Mar 2018
Software license management tools can help with SAP indirect usage
Companies can use third-party license management tools to audit their SAP environment to address indirect access issues, but the tools need to be a part of an overall strategy. Continue Reading
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22 Mar 2018
Why is the ASAP implementation methodology critical for ECC?
Unlike the Agile approach of project management with its shorter timelines, the Waterfall approach of project management for SAP ECC takes a longer approach to ensure success. Continue Reading
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21 Mar 2018
New leadership and redesign may spark SAP Community revival
SAP Community Network was once the best forum for SAP developers to share ideas, but user activity declined significantly. Can top executive attention and a redesign save SCN? Continue Reading
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19 Feb 2018
Avoiding SAP indirect access woes requires good faith
Some customers are concerned that SAP will hit them for indirect access licensing fees, but they can avoid trouble if they act in good faith and better understand their contracts. Continue Reading
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14 Feb 2018
ControlPanelGRC app eases Steelcase's compliance pain
When Steelcase's SAP environment grew in size and complexity, it turned to Symmetry ControlPanelGRC to save time, have more accurate data and take the pain out of compliance auditing. Continue Reading
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30 Jan 2018
SAP indirect access issue needs clarity for users, experts say
The indirect licensing access issue is confusing to many SAP customers, and the company's efforts to explain it have not been fully successful, according to industry analysts. Continue Reading
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10 Jan 2018
SAP S/4HANA Cloud and indirect access will dominate 2018
Industry experts say SAP S/4HANA Cloud migrations, Leonardo and Cloud Platform are the technology issues for SAP in 2018; on the business side, the top issue is indirect access. Continue Reading
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16 Jun 2017
What core components does the SAP ERP system include?
The SAP ERP system -- also known as ECC -- is the foundation for many companies' ERP implementations. Here's a look at its core components and what each one does. Continue Reading
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23 Feb 2017
What is the difference between SAP components, modules and applications?
The SAP landscape can be a confusing one, with the numerous acquisitions and constant rebranding of products. To clear up some confusion, here are the differences among three foundational areas. Continue Reading
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25 Jan 2017
What can a materials planner do to better manage inventory?
Creating material groupings, assigning replenishment strategies and ensuring timely monitoring for changes are some important keys to effective materials planning. Continue Reading
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Guide
22 Nov 2016
The essential guide to ERP for small and medium-sized businesses
By integrating important business processes and unifying data, an ERP system can help small and medium-sized businesses go up against the big guys. Here's what you need to know. Continue Reading
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02 Aug 2016
Must-know modularization basics from ABAP programming tutorial
So you want to learn ABAP? This excerpt from SAP Press' 'Getting Started with ABAP' gives you a taste of just that, with a focus on why modularization is critical. Continue Reading
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15 Jul 2016
What business benefits does SAP S/4HANA Finance offer CFOs?
SAP S/4HANA Finance's intuitive interface, coupled with real-time information, is answering the needs of enterprise CFOs. Here's a look at seven of its features. Continue Reading
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Podcast
30 Jun 2016
Why communication is critical to implementing ERP
In this podcast, ERP implementation consultant Bill Baumann of Panorama Consulting reveals how companies can use a good communication plan to avoid failure in implementing ERP. Continue Reading
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27 May 2016
Panelists say S/4HANA is core of digital business transformation
In a panel at the SAP Sapphire conference, early adopters shared ideas about how S/4HANA forms the core of their digital business transformation. Continue Reading
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29 Mar 2016
Prerequisites to SAP Fiori analytical app implementation
SAP consultant Anil Bavaraju shares an overview on configuring two analytical app types in Fiori in this excerpt from the book 'SAP Fiori Implementation and Development.' Continue Reading
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04 Sep 2014
How does SAP Planned Delivery Time help with procurement?
SAP Planned Delivery Time can help cut inventory carrying costs, writes expert Jawad Akhtar. Continue Reading
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06 Jun 2014
Why The Charmer Sunbelt Group Is Sticking with SAP WM
Although alcohol wholesaler The Charmer Sunbelt Group has considered some parts of EWM, find out why it feels EWM isn't a good fit for its industry. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jun 2014
SAP announces program to develop industry-focused cloud apps
SAP says its plan to build industry-focused cloud apps will give customers new options for meeting business-specific needs in this news roundup. Continue Reading
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Guide
29 May 2014
SAP Sapphire Now 2014: Special conference coverage
News and analysis from the SAP Sapphire Now 2014 conference in Orlando. Continue Reading
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07 Mar 2014
What's the difference between different SAP production types?
In this tip, expert Jawad Akhtar outlines how to differentiate between discrete, process and repetitive production types and how SAP ERP supports them. Continue Reading
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23 Dec 2009
The top SAP advice from the experts in 2009
Curious what other SAP customers are looking for advice on? Check out the most popular expert answers of 2009. Continue Reading
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06 Aug 2009
Five ways to reduce ERP maintenance and support costs
Learn how to decrease the cost of ownership of ERP systems by reducing the cost of support, lowering ERP maintenance and license fees and cutting ERP software costs. Continue Reading