SAP manufacturing
Manufacturers face myriad challenges around digital transformation and connected manufacturing, all while being pressured to get ready for Industry 4.0. Our experts share in-depth guidance on SAP manufacturing modules and tools for industrial IoT, additive manufacturing, and more so companies can better manage operations and the plant floor for today -- and tomorrow.
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14 Jan 2022
Twinings selects Rise with SAP to simplify its business brew
Tea company Twinings Ovaltine has chosen SAP’s Rise subscription service to simplify its relationship with the supplier and focus on future growth Continue Reading
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13 Jul 2021
How does SAP Product Footprint Management work?
SAP Product Footprint Management can help companies assess and manage their environmental impact. Learn about some of the software's capabilities. Continue Reading
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04 Jun 2021
SAP Business Network major focus at Sapphire Now 2021
SAP announced new initiatives such as the SAP Business Network to help companies become intelligent enterprises. Experts described the messaging as impressive but lacking in detail. Continue Reading
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23 Jul 2020
SAP and IBM deepen partnership to boost digital transformation
SAP and IBM are enhancing their longstanding partnership by teaming up to help companies develop industry-specific applications on SAP Industry Cloud and move to S/4HANA. Continue Reading
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20 Jul 2020
SAP, Siemens partner to advance digital manufacturing
A new deal between SAP and Siemens combines SAP ERP systems with Siemens Teamcenter PLM platform, enabling companies to develop an end-to-end digital thread for manufacturing. Continue Reading
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09 Jun 2020
Digital twin technology on turbulent climb to stratosphere
Digital twins may be the hottest thing in the already overhyped IoT. The potential is real, but deciding what goes into digital twins and linking them with enterprise data is no small feat. Continue Reading
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18 Oct 2019
How to improve the manufacturing process: 6 keys to tech success
AI, analytics, IoT and modern apps can serve important roles in today's manufacturing companies. Learn six steps that put these technologies to good use. Continue Reading
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26 Jul 2018
Q&A: Mike Lackey on SAP digital manufacturing
In this Q&A, SAP head of digital manufacturing Mike Lackey discusses the SAP digital manufacturing network and how it helps manufacturers meet the demands of the new digital economy. Continue Reading
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08 Feb 2018
What ensures audit compliance in the procure-to-pay cycle in SAP?
Creating certain business controls -- such as configuring payment tolerances and using source determination only -- in SAP ERP Central Component can help ensure audit compliance. 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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25 May 2017
How does ECC handle SAP Vendor Evaluation for services?
In SAP ECC, Vendor Evaluation gives you an easy way to evaluate vendor performance for services such as equipment maintenance or building maintenance. Here's a look. 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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20 Oct 2016
How does SAP Pool Asset Management improve the use of shared assets?
The Pool Asset Management tool enables easier scheduling and cost allocation of resources that employees share, such as vehicles. Here's a look at how it works. Continue Reading
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04 Aug 2016
What are key features in discrete manufacturing production type?
Discrete manufacturers reap greater business benefits when they ensure planning, procurement, inventory, capacity and quality management are integral parts of their SAP ECC implementation. Continue Reading
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29 Jun 2015
How can SAP Missing Parts improve the production planning process?
The SAP Missing Parts Information System can help prevent production or maintenance disruptions by alerting planners to impending material or component shortages. Continue Reading
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24 Feb 2015
What are the benefits of using Release Strategy in SAP MM?
Making SAP MM's Release Strategy feature part of procurement processes can provide better business controls and reduce typical procurement headaches. Continue Reading
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14 Nov 2014
How does SAP MM stock transport order help track goods shipment?
Stock transport order in SAP MM helps you transfer, track and monitor goods movement between supplying and receiving plants. 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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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