CASE STUDIES

• Program Goal: Seamlessly transition from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA on Azure, enhancing efficiency and future-proofing technology infrastructure.
• The company faced the complexity of migrating its critical, on-premises SAP ECC system to SAP S/4HANA before the 2027 end-of-support deadline, amidst concerns over potential disruptions to its SAP repository and the adoption of HANA technology.

• A 12-week Phase 0 Assessment was undertaken to comprehensively analyze the current SAP landscape, assess transition pathways to S/4HANA, explore SAP Licensing options, and evaluate the implications on custom code and system integrations, culminating in a strategic roadmap for the transformation.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Comprehensive Assessment :The 12-week Phase 0 Assessment provided a deep dive into the company’s existing SAP landscape, enabling informed decision-making for the transition.
• Risk Mitigation:Identifying and addressing potential risks early in the planning stage prevented future challenges during the migration to SAP S/4HANA.
• Stakeholder Confidence: The clear, detailed roadmap and demonstration of benefits significantly boosted stakeholder support for the SAP S/4HANA adoption.
• Custom Code and Integration Strategy:Detailed analysis of custom code and integrations ensured a seamless transition, preserving operational integrity and efficiency.
• Strategic Licensing Guidance: Exploration of SAP Licensing options offered insights into cost optimization and compliance, aligning with the company's financial and operational goals

• Program Goal:Maximize return on investment in SAP software while transitioning to S/4HANA, streamlining the complexities of license agreements and software definitions.
• The customer, with over 25 years of SAP usage and more than $100 million invested in licenses, maintenance, and subscriptions, faced uncertainties regarding their SAP expenditure efficiency and the strategic move to S/4HANA. These concerns were amplified by complex licensing structures resulting from numerous mergers and acquisitions.

• A 12-week Phase 0 Assessment was initiated to dissect the client’s SAP ecosystem thoroughly. This assessment aimed to clarify their existing landscape, evaluate migration pathways to S/4HANA, and scrutinize SAP Licensing arrangements along with the implications on custom code and system integrations. The outcome was a clearly defined, ambiguity-free roadmap for their S/4HANA transformation journey.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Informed Licensing Decisions: The Phase 0 Assessment offered the customer a detailed review of their current licensing structure, enabling cost-effective decisions and highlighting potential savings.
• Clear Transformation Pathway: With a strategic roadmap in hand, the customer is now well-equipped to navigate their transition to S/4HANA, eliminating previous uncertainties.
• Custom Code and Integration Insights:Analysis of custom code and system integrations ensured that the transition plan accounted for all technical nuances, guaranteeing operational continuity.
• Strategic Investment Optimization: The customer now has the tools and knowledge to optimize their significant investment in SAP, ensuring that every dollar spent is aligned with their strategic goals and delivers maximum value.
• Stakeholder Engagement:The comprehensive insights and actionable plan from the Phase 0 Assessment have engaged stakeholders across the organization, securing buy-in for the S/4HANA migration project.