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A guide to SAP SCM software
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Eliminate hard copy documents with SAP Digital Signature
SAP Digital Signature significantly reduces time spent on manual, paper-based approval and information validation processes. It also saves time and resources because it all takes place within the SAP system. Read Now
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SAP SCM expands cloud presence with Ariba acquisition
SAP made inroads to the cloud when it purchased SuccessFactors, and its acquisition of Ariba Networks has created even more opportunities in the supply chain management cloud. Read Now
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Know when the time is right to switch to SAP SCM 7.0
Expert Jawad Akhtar shares advice on how and when to know your organization is ready to make the switch to SAP SCM 7.0. Read Now
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Improve supply chain operations with SAP Quality Management
SAP Quality Management integrates with several supply chain processes, such as SAP Materials Management, SAP Product Planning and SAP Plant Maintenance. Learn how SAP Quality Management can save time and money in the near term and deliver greater business benefits into the future. Read Now
Editor's note
Supply chain management is a key component to an organization's success, so having the right software to assist in supply chain management is important. SAP SCM software is varied enough to provide flexibility and affordability in today's global marketplace, in addition to helping organizations strengthen their relationships with suppliers, customers and vendors on an international scale.
But where to start? SAP SCM software is large and diverse, and choosing the functionalities that best suit an organization can be overwhelming. This section provides an overview of some of the basics in SAP SCM software, including case studies of international organizations that have successfully implemented SAP SCM software. Additionally, there are video interviews of SAP SCM software users who give their experience and advice regarding SAP SCM software implementation and integration.
Continue reading for more information and advice on choosing and implementing the right SAP SCM software for your organization.
1Business case studies for SAP SCM
Many large, international organizations use SAP SCM software, and this section provides case studies of several -- and varied -- businesses that have successfully implemented SAP SCM modules. Read why Ace Hardware chose SAP Financials over Oracle and hasn't looked back, and discover why Indigo Books chose to implement SAP Extended Warehouse Management despite some functionality challenges. Mediafly saw an increase in revenue by adopting Ariba, and Varian Medical Systems has met compliance across the supply chain with SAP Product Life Management. Read on for more case studies in SAP SCM software.
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SAP Supply Chain Performance Management enhances dashboard capabilities
Novus International, an animal and livestock food additive maker based in St. Charles, Mo., wanted to get more from its dashboards. Learn how SAP Supply Chain Performance Management allows users to monitor their supply chain strategy using scorecards and dashboards in conjunction with preset KPIs. Read Now
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Bookseller cuts costs with SAP Extended Warehouse Management
Read how Indigo Books, Canada's largest book retailer, cut costs with SAP Extended Warehouse Management and actually became more efficient despite having to forego some functionality. Read Now
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SAP PLM helps medical device maker meet compliance across the supply chain
SAP Product Life Management is vital for Varian Medical Systems, a manufacturer of medical devices and software,, to guarantee product compliance throughout the supply chain, from design to disposal. Read Now
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SAP Financials helps Ace Hardware with order processing
Find out why Oak Brook, Ill.-based Ace Hardware chose SAP Financials over Oracle to manage its order processing. Read Now
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Harman enlists SAP EIM for master data management
Harman, an electronics company, decided to implement SAP Enterprise Information Management to manage materials, supplier data and master data. Learn how Harman came to its decision and what the results have been. Read Now
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Mediafly uses Ariba software to broker deals, manage finances
Content management software company Mediafly was required to use SAP's Ariba software by a client to secure a contract and saw a 30% increase in revenue because of it. Read Now
2Videos show how to prevent supply chain errors and other helpful tips
In the following videos, users relate their experiences, opinions and advice on SAP SCM software. Sumit Oberai, CIO of Indigo Books, explains how and the company customized its SAP Extended Warehouse system, while Joseph Fox, vice president of marketing and strategy for Ariba, talks about Ariba's integration with QuickBooks. Finally, Tami Loughren, a project manager at Sauer-Danfoss, discusses how SAP Supply Network Collaboration has helped prevent supply chain errors.
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Ariba Network announces prebuilt integration for QuickBooks
Joseph Fox, vice president of marketing and strategy for Ariba, talks about the integration with QuickBooks and why it makes a difference for smaller businesses. Watch Now
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Bookseller chooses, customizes SAP Extended Warehouse Management
Sumit Oberai, CIO of Indigo Books, discusses why it was necessary to customize the company's SAP Extended Warehouse Management system. Watch Now
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Manufacturer reduces reduce inventory, lead times with SAP SNC
Tami Loughren, a project manager with hydraulic pump manufacturer Sauer-Danfoss, explains how their deployment of the SAP Supply Network Collaboration (SNC) portal has helped them reduce inventory, lead times and shipment errors. Watch Now
3Quiz on SAP SCM software
How much do you know about SAP SCM software? Test your knowledge with this short quiz.