SAP implementation

Whether your organization is a new SAP customer or upgrading an existing SAP system, our editors bring you the latest expert advice and SAP implementation best practices. Find out what SAP implementation tools work well in the field, and learn how your peers determined their SAP implementation process.

July 23, 2021 23 Jul'21
IT complexity slows S/4HANA migration pace

Most S/4HANA projects are being held up by the complexity of SAP system environments, and organizations need to fully understand the systems and align IT and business to succeed.
July 15, 2021 15 Jul'21
Rise with SAP won't move S/4HANA needle for large customers

Rise with SAP is good for smaller companies, but if Rise is going to be a success, SAP will need to figure out how to attract its largest customers, according to two experts.
July 02, 2021 02 Jul'21
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.
June 04, 2021 04 Jun'21
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.

Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content

Deloitte SAP Industry Cloud apps aim to fill ERP gaps

The head of Deloitte's $4 billion SAP practice explains the consultancy's role in SAP's new industry applications and how Kinetic Microservices can extend S/4HANA Cloud. Continue Reading
A buyer's guide to S/4HANA Any Premise on HEC

S/4HANA Any Premise on HEC is best for companies with a complex environment that are upgrading from an existing SAP system. Learn whether it's the best choice for your company. Continue Reading
What are the main components of the SAP Activate methodology?

If you want to implement cloud and on-premises editions of SAP S/4HANA and SAP Cloud applications, then you need to know SAP Activate methodology. Here's an in-depth look at it. Continue Reading

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

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
How leading SAP S/4HANA implementation partners compare

Advisor firm UpperEdge attempts to pin down the differences between how SAP S/4HANA implementation partners Accenture, Deloitte and IBM approach client projects. Continue Reading
Real-life look at SAP intelligent RPA uses, benefits, limitations

SAP intelligent RPA works with the SAP ecosystem to help automate time-consuming processes. Learn what intelligent RPA is, how some companies are using it and a few of its limitations. Continue Reading

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

What's next for SAP HANA 1.0 users

SAP HANA 1.0 is now out of mainstream maintenance. Here's how that pertains to an SAP HANA 2.0 upgrade and what happens if users don't make the move. Continue Reading
Strategic advice for SAP ECC customers in 2021

In 2021, current SAP customers will need to make a decision on whether to stay with ECC, migrate to S/4HANA or consider alternatives. Here's what to consider. Continue Reading
Floating the possibilities of SAP S/4HANA Cloud migration

When weighing the advantages of abandoning legacy ERP systems for SAP S/4HANA Cloud, factors include implementation and support costs, functionality, flexibility and security. Continue Reading

We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.

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
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
How can I address ERP problems caused by a rushed implementation?

When ERP implementations are rushed, system issues are likely to arise in multiple areas. Here's how to do damage control and avoid a full-on failure. Continue Reading