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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Popular Among Your Peers: S/4HANA Migration: What You Need to Know

SAP hopes to transition everyone off the legacy ERP platforms, with end support likely slated for 2025. So as you ponder this move and start planning that SAP S/4HANA migration, let this expert guide help you identify which deployment option would be best for you, how to get your infrastructure ready now for the migration, and much more.

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SAP manufacturing News

August 05, 2016 05 Aug'16
SAP bolsters on-demand printing with APWorks partnership

SAP and 3D parts manufacturer APWorks have partnered on software and services, including digitization and workflow, to make on-demand printing more viable in manufacturing.
June 11, 2010 11 Jun'10
Interest in SAP MII implementations up as manufacturers seek better visibility

More manufacturers are seeking manufacturing intelligence tools, and increasingly SAP MII is the pick for SAP shops.
June 17, 2008 17 Jun'08
SAP to buy manufacturing execution software company

SAP announced today that it plans to acquire Visiprise, a manufacturing execution (MES) software firm for an undisclosed sum.
June 17, 2008 17 Jun'08
NetSuite takes on SAP, Business ByDesign with manufacturing software

NetSuite this week released a new on-demand ERP offering for manufacturers, pitting itself against Business ByDesign. But will it actually hurt SAP?

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SAP manufacturing Get Started

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SAP MM (SAP Materials Management)

SAP MM (Materials Management) is a module in SAP ERP Central Component (ECC) that provides companies with materials, inventory and warehouse management capabilities. Continue Reading
SAP MII (SAP Manufacturing Integration and Intelligence)

SAP MII (SAP Manufacturing Integration and Intelligence) is an application for synchronizing manufacturing operations with back-office business processes and standardize data. SAP MII functions as a data hub between SAP ERP and operational ... Continue Reading
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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Evaluate SAP manufacturing Vendors & Products

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

UPS and SAP deliver on-demand additive manufacturing technology

UPS is moving from shipping products to becoming a manufacturer of spare parts through a 3D printing network that was developed with SAP, using SAP Leonardo technology. Continue Reading
What deployment models are included in an SAP SRM overview?

If your company is thinking about implementing SAP Supplier Relationship Management, you'll want to know how it works with Materials Management and what the deployment models are. Continue Reading
What should companies know about the refurbishment process in SAP PM?

SAP Plant Maintenance enables a great degree of visibility and financial control over the refurbishment process. Here's a detailed look at the steps you'll need to take. Continue Reading

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Manage SAP manufacturing

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

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
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
How does SAP Maintenance Event Builder enable upkeep?

SAP Maintenance Event Builder brings better organization to smaller maintenance projects by combining maintenance tasks, rescheduling and resource availability checking. Continue Reading

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Problem Solve SAP manufacturing Issues

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

How can accounting for scrap in SAP ERP improve materials planning?

When taking stock of materials requirements, SAP MRP can accommodate for a certain amount of scrap to help prevent shortages. Continue Reading
Does SAP Sample Management offer a leg up on product quality inspections?

Sample Management in SAP Quality Management goes beyond regular quality inspection options by providing better visibility into sample testing data. Continue Reading
How does SAP MM quota arrangement prevent supply chain disruption?

Quota arrangement in SAP MM enables materials planners to efficiently manage a material's uninterrupted supply from multiple suppliers. Continue Reading

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