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.

July 23, 2020 23 Jul'20
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.
July 20, 2020 20 Jul'20
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.
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.

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SAP MII (SAP Manufacturing Integration and Intelligence)

SAP MII (SAP Manufacturing Integration and Intelligence) is an SAP application for synchronizing manufacturing operations with back-office business processes and standardized data. Continue Reading
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
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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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
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
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

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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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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