SAP S/4HANA transformation

Your journey to the SAP S/4HANA transformation not only marks a necessary step, but also opens the doors to an optimized, digital future. SAP S/4HANA is the latest ERP solution from SAP and replaces the SAP ECC predecessor system. SAP will officially discontinue support for the legacy SAP ECC system by the end of 2027 and additional costs will have to be paid for a support extension. However, it should be noted that the maintenance guarantee will remain in place until 2040, giving companies some leeway to prepare for the upcoming changes. Nevertheless, the switch to SAP S/4HANA will be mandatory for many of our customers.

But the switch is not only necessary, it also presents an opportunity for companies to digitize and optimize their business processes and restructure their reporting through a comprehensive transformation project. It is not just a step into the future, but an opportunity to make your company more agile, efficient and competitive.

SAP S/4HANA offers valuable benefits such as:

Optimized business processes

A seamlessly integrated end-to-end data value chain enables business processes to be designed and optimized more efficiently.

Wide range of deployment options

SAP S/4HANA offers numerous roll-out options, whether on-premise, in a private cloud or in the public cloud, to meet the individual requirements of your company.

High flexibility for individual adaptations

SAP S/4HANA offers a high degree of flexibility to adapt dynamically to specific business requirements.

High-performance data storage and real-time evaluation

The powerful SAP HANA database not only enables high-performance data storage, but also the real-time evaluation of information. Loading times are reduced, meaning that data can be retrieved and processed more quickly.

Advanced analytics and machine learning

The integration of advanced analytics and machine learning opens up new possibilities for data-driven evaluations and electronic data processing.

Increased user-friendliness

The intuitive design of the SAP Fiori user interface enables simple and intuitive operation of the applications, making SAP S/4HANA easier to use.

Innovations with the release of SAP S/4HANA 2023

In October 2023, SAP published the new SAP S/4HANA Release 2023. With this release, SAP S/4HANA is switching to a two-year release cycle and longer mainstream maintenance per release of seven years instead of five. In addition, new easy-to-implement feature packs will be released every six months. In plain language, this means more flexibility for the ERP upgrade for customers with releases 1709, 1809 and 1909.

Plan SAP S/4HANA transformation in time

The transformation to SAP S/4HANA can present numerous challenges that often arise unexpectedly. These include aspects such as the poor quality of master data, limited capacities of the specialist departments, the adoption of existing legacy processes without adaptation, the underestimation of complexity and timelines, as well as limited specialist knowledge. Misunderstandings between business and IT are also a frequent problem. These "translation errors" in the SAP transformation project can delay and, in the worst case, disrupt the course of the project, leading to additional work and costs.

Successful transformation through specialist conceptual consulting at the department/IT interface

The key to the success of the SAP S/4HANA transformation is the smooth cooperation between IT and specialist departments. Functional consultants play a decisive role here as ideal partners in the technical design of the target processes in the SAP S/4 HANA system. Thanks to their expertise at the interface between business and IT, it is possible to ensure optimal integration of the required processes into the new SAP S/4HANA system.

The Functional Consultant as SAP expert

In-depth SAP expertise: The Functional Consultant is an expert in a specific SAP module or SAP area such as Finance, Supply Chain Management, HR or Customer Relationship Management.
Deep understanding of processes: The Functional Consultant has a deep understanding of the business processes and requirements through close cooperation with the specialist departments.
Shared responsibility for business process design: The Functional Consultant is jointly responsible for the design of the SAP solution and provides support during implementation.
Interface to IT: The Functional Consultant is the interface to IT and supports the configuration of business processes in the SAP system. He creates functional specifications for adaptations and enhancements, serves as a point of contact for the business and provides ongoing support.

We make your transformation a success

Our consulting approach

We know the obstacles and "translation errors" that can occur in SAP transformation projects. Our specialist consulting services enable us to understand both parties and establish communication between them. As part of our consulting concept, we provide you with expert support on all (time) critical issues that are essential for a successful and timely SAP transformation. We see ourselves not just as consultants, but as enablers for a smooth journey to SAP S/4HANA, where every challenge is seen as an opportunity for further development and improvement.

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