Solution Advisory

SAP Advisory Services help organizations get the most out of their SAP investments and achieve their strategic goals. We offer expert guidance, best practices, and actionable insights in areas such as SAP strategy and roadmap, implementation and deployment, optimization and enhancement, governance and compliance, support and optimization, and industry-specific advisory. By leveraging our expertise, organizations can unlock the full potential of their SAP investments and drive business success.

Synchronise Master Data using Integration Suite

We can assist you in developing SAP Integration Suite to synchronize master data across various systems and applications within your organization. Here's an overview of how we can help you use SAP Integration Suite to synchronize master data:

Data Integration: With SAP Integration Suite, you can integrate master data from various source systems like SAP ERP, SAP S/4HANA, CRM systems, and external databases. You can use SAP Cloud Integration, which is part of SAP Integration Suite, to design data integration flows that extract, transform, and load (ETL) master data from source systems into a centralized repository or target systems.
Real-Time Data Synchronization: SAP Integration Suite supports real-time data synchronization between source and target systems to ensure that master data is always up-to-date and consistent across the enterprise. You can use SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI) to design and deploy real-time integration flows that synchronize master data changes in near real-time, reducing latency and improving data accuracy.
Event-Driven Integration: SAP Integration Suite allows event-driven integration patterns, enabling you to trigger data synchronization processes automatically in response to changes or events in source or target systems. You can use SAP Event Mesh to publish and subscribe to events, messages, or notifications related to master data changes, enabling seamless communication and synchronization between systems.
API Management: SAP API Management, which is also part of SAP Integration Suite, provides a centralized platform for managing APIs and web services that expose master data for integration purposes. You can use API management tools to secure, monitor, and govern access to master data APIs, enforce data validation and transformation rules, and track API usage and performance.

By leveraging these capabilities of SAP Integration Suite, organizations can ensure the consistency, integrity, and quality of master data across systems and applications. This allows better decision-making, improved operational efficiency, and enhanced customer experiences.

SAP Integration Strategy

We assist organizations in developing a SAP Integration Strategy that connects, harmonizes, and streamlines their various systems, applications, and data sources using SAP technologies and solutions. An effective SAP integration strategy enables organizations to achieve seamless data flow, process automation, and business agility across the enterprise.

To create a comprehensive SAP Integration Strategy, we follow these key elements:

Business Alignment: We align the integration strategy with the organization's business goals, objectives, and priorities. We identify the key business processes, workflows, and data flows that need to be integrated to support business operations and enable digital transformation initiatives.
Technology Landscape Assessment: We conduct a comprehensive assessment of the organization's existing technology landscape, including SAP and non-SAP systems, applications, and data sources. We identify integration points, dependencies, and pain points to understand the current state of integration and areas for improvement.
Integration Architecture Design: We design a scalable, flexible, and future-proof integration architecture that supports the organization's current and future needs. We consider factors such as data volume, frequency, latency, security requirements, and compliance regulations when designing the integration architecture.
Integration Patterns and Standards: We define integration patterns, standards, and best practices to ensure consistency, reliability, and maintainability of integration solutions. We establish guidelines for data formats, protocols, APIs, message formats, and communication protocols to promote interoperability and reusability.
SAP Integration Technologies: We leverage SAP Integration Suite, which includes SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI), SAP Process Orchestration (PO), and SAP API Management, to build, deploy, and manage integration solutions. We evaluate the capabilities of each SAP integration technology and select the most suitable ones based on the organization's requirements and preferences.
Data Integration and Master Data Management: We prioritize data integration and master data management initiatives to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of data across systems. We implement data integration flows, ETL processes, and master data governance policies to harmonize and synchronize data across the enterprise.
Event-Driven Integration: We embrace event-driven integration patterns to enable real-time data synchronization, event processing, and business event-driven architectures. We leverage SAP Event Mesh and event-driven messaging platforms to facilitate event-driven integration across systems and applications.
API Strategy and Management: We develop an API strategy to expose and consume APIs for integrating SAP and non-SAP systems, applications, and services. We use SAP API Management to manage, secure, and govern APIs, enforce access controls, and monitor API usage and performance.
Cloud Integration and Hybrid Scenarios: We consider cloud integration and hybrid deployment models to connect on-premises and cloud-based systems and applications. We leverage SAP Integration Suite's cloud-based integration capabilities to facilitate seamless integration between cloud and on-premises environments.
Security and Compliance: We ensure that integration solutions comply with security and compliance requirements, such as data encryption, access controls, authentication, and auditing. We implement security measures and data protection mechanisms to safeguard sensitive information and mitigate security risks.
Change Management and Governance: We establish change management and governance processes to oversee the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of integration solutions. We define roles, responsibilities, and workflows for managing integration projects, monitoring integration performance, and resolving issues or incidents.
Continuous Improvement: We adopt a culture of continuous improvement and innovation to evolve the integration strategy over time. We solicit feedback from stakeholders, monitor integration performance, and leverage analytics and insights to identify opportunities for optimization, automation, and enhancement.

By following these key elements and best practices, organizations can develop a robust SAP Integration Strategy that supports their business objectives, drives digital transformation, and enables seamless connectivity and collaboration across the enterprise.

SAP PI/PO Migration to SAP Integration Suite

Migrating from SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) to SAP Integration Suite requires careful planning and execution to ensure a smooth transition. Our integration services cover the following steps:

Assessment and Planning:

Evaluate the current PI/PO landscape, including interfaces, mappings, configurations, and dependencies.-
Determine the goals and objectives of the migration.
Define the scope of the migration.

Compatibility and Pre-migration Checks:

Verify compatibility between existing PI/PO components and SAP Integration Suite.
Perform pre-migration checks to identify any issues or dependencies.

Data Migration and Conversion:

Export relevant configurations, mappings, and artifacts from the existing PI/PO landscape.
Convert mappings or transformations to the appropriate format supported by SAP Integration Suite.
Migrate configurations, such as communication channels, adapters, and interfaces, to SAP Integration Suite.

Interface Migration

Review and redesign interfaces to leverage new features and capabilities offered by SAP Integration Suite.
Implement interfaces using SAP Integration Suite tools based on the redesigned specifications.

Testing and Validation

Perform unit testing of migrated interfaces and configurations.
Conduct integration testing to verify end-to-end connectivity and data flow between systems and applications.
Involve end-users and stakeholders in UAT to validate the migrated interfaces and configurations against business requirements.

Deployment and Cutover

Deploy migrated interfaces and configurations to the production environment in SAP Integration Suite.
Coordinate cutover activities, such as migrating runtime data, updating system configurations, and transitioning users to the new environment.
Validate the migrated interfaces and configurations in the production environment.

Training and Knowledge Transfer:

Offer training and support to users, administrators, and developers on using SAP Integration Suite tools and features effectively.
Document the migration process, lessons learned, best practices, and troubleshooting tips for future reference and knowledge transfer.

Post-migration Support:

Monitor the performance, stability, and reliability of migrated interfaces and configurations in the production environment.
Continuously review and improve the migrated interfaces and configurations based on feedback, usage patterns, and evolving business requirements.

By following these steps and best practices, organizations can successfully migrate from SAP PI/PO to SAP Integration Suite and leverage its advanced capabilities to streamline integration, improve agility, and drive digital transformation initiatives. Proper planning, stakeholder involvement, and testing and validation are essential to minimize disruptions and maximize the benefits of the migration.

Keep the core clean in S/4 Hana using SAP Build Apps

We help organizations to maintain the core functionalities of SAP S/4HANA in a lean and standardized manner while extending and customizing the system through additional apps and extensions built using SAP's development tools and technologies. This approach is called "Keeping the core clean".

To achieve this, organizations can follow these steps:

Standardize Processes: Utilize the standardized processes and best practices provided by SAP S/4HANA to minimize customizations and modifications to the core system. Align your business processes with SAP's industry-specific solutions and pre-configured templates to reduce complexity and ensure compatibility with future upgrades and releases.
Use SAP Fiori Apps: SAP Fiori is the user experience (UX) design system for SAP S/4HANA. It offers a set of role-based, responsive, and intuitive apps that simplify and streamline business tasks and workflows. Build custom Fiori apps or extend existing Fiori apps to meet specific user requirements and enhance usability, productivity, and user adoption.
Extend with SAP Cloud Platform: SAP Cloud Platform is a flexible and scalable platform for extending SAP S/4HANA with additional functionalities, integrations, and customizations. Build cloud-native applications, microservices, and extensions using SAP Cloud Platform services and tools, such as SAP Cloud Foundry, SAP HANA Cloud, SAP Business Application Studio, and SAP Integration Suite.
Implement Side-by-Side Extensions: Implement side-by-side extensions alongside SAP S/4HANA to add new capabilities and innovations without modifying the core system. Use SAP Cloud Platform extensions, APIs, and integration services to connect and interact with SAP S/4HANA data and processes, ensuring seamless interoperability and data consistency.
Adopt SAP Build: SAP Build is a design and prototyping tool that enables you to rapidly design, prototype, and iterate user interfaces and experiences for SAP Fiori apps. Use SAP Build to create interactive prototypes, gather feedback from stakeholders, and validate user requirements before building and deploying custom Fiori apps in SAP S/4HANA.
Leverage SAPUI5 and SAP Web IDE: SAPUI5 is the UI development toolkit for building SAP Fiori apps. It offers a rich set of UI controls, libraries, and development tools. Use SAP Web IDE, the integrated development environment for SAPUI5, to develop, test, and deploy Fiori apps with ease. Leverage SAPUI5's responsive design principles and UI guidelines to ensure consistency and compatibility across devices and platforms.
Follow SAP's Best Practices: Adhere to SAP's best practices and guidelines for app development, user experience design, and integration to ensure the quality, performance, and maintainability of your custom apps. Follow SAP's development standards, security requirements, and coding conventions to minimize risks and ensure compliance with SAP's recommendations and recommendations.

By building apps with SAP S/4HANA using SAP's development tools and technologies, organizations can extend the capabilities of the core system while keeping it clean, standardized, and future-proof. This approach enables organizations to adapt to changing business requirements, innovate at the speed of business, and drive digital transformation with confidence.

Extend SAP S/4HANA with SAP Build Process Automation

We provide assistance in extending SAP S/4HANA with SAP Build for process automation. This involves using SAP Build's design and prototyping capabilities to create intuitive user interfaces and experiences, and then integrating them with SAP S/4HANA's backend processes using automation tools and technologies.

To achieve this, our advisory team will help your business with following steps:

Identify Processes for Automation: Assess your organization's business processes and determine areas where automation can improve efficiency, reduce manual effort, and streamline operations. Prioritize processes based on their impact, complexity, and feasibility for automation, taking into account factors such as frequency, volume, and criticality.
Design User Interfaces with SAP Build: Use SAP Build to create user-friendly interfaces for the automated processes. SAP Build provides a variety of design tools, templates, and libraries to design interactive prototypes and wireframes quickly. Collaborate with stakeholders, end-users, and subject matter experts to gather requirements, validate designs, and incorporate feedback into the interface designs.
Prototype Process Flows and Workflows: Map out the process flows and workflows for the automated processes using SAP Build's visual design tools. Create interactive prototypes that demonstrate how users will interact with the system and navigate through the process steps. Validate the prototypes with stakeholders and end-users to ensure that they meet business requirements and user needs before proceeding to development.
Integrate with SAP S/4HANA: Use SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) to integrate the user interfaces designed in SAP Build with SAP S/4HANA's backend processes and data. Develop integration flows, APIs, or web services to connect the frontend interfaces to the relevant SAP S/4HANA modules, transactions, or business logic. Implement data mappings, transformations, and validations to ensure seamless data exchange and consistency between the frontend and backend systems.
Implement Process Automation Logic: Implement process automation logic using SAP S/4HANA's built-in capabilities, such as workflows, business rules, and event triggers. Leverage SAP Fiori elements and SAPUI5 controls to create responsive, role-based user interfaces that guide users through the automated processes. Utilize SAP Intelligent Robotic Process Automation (IRPA) to automate repetitive, rule-based tasks and activities within SAP S/4HANA, such as data entry, document processing, and order processing.
Test and Validate Automation: Conduct thorough testing of the automated processes to ensure that they function as expected and meet the defined requirements. Test the frontend interfaces, backend integrations, and end-to-end process flows in different scenarios and use cases. Perform user acceptance testing (UAT) with stakeholders and end-users to validate the automation solution and gather feedback for refinement and improvement.
Deploy and Monitor Automation: Deploy the automation solution into production, ensuring that all dependencies, configurations, and security settings are properly configured and documented. Monitor the performance, reliability, and effectiveness of the automation solution in production. Track key metrics and KPIs to measure the impact of automation on process efficiency, productivity, and user satisfaction. Continuously monitor and optimize the automation solution over time, incorporating feedback, addressing issues, and making enhancements as needed to ensure ongoing value and alignment with business objectives.

By extending SAP S/4HANA with SAP Build for process automation, organizations can create seamless, end-to-end workflows that improve operational efficiency, reduce manual effort, and enhance user experience. This approach enables organizations to unlock the full potential of their SAP investments and drive digital transformation with confidence.

Key user extension using SAP Build App

Our business solutions help organizations to enhance their SAP S/4HANA experience with customized apps and extensions created using SAP Build. This process involves working closely with key users to identify their unique requirements and pain points, and designing custom applications that streamline their workflows, enhance user experience, and improve productivity.
To create these custom applications, we use SAP Build, which is a visual design and prototyping tool that allows users to create interactive prototypes and mockups for SAP Fiori applications. Key users can provide feedback and insights throughout the design process to ensure that the final product meets their needs and expectations.

Identify Key User Requirements:

Key users play a crucial role in driving the adoption and usage of SAP S/4HANA within their respective business areas. They often have unique requirements and preferences that may not be fully addressed by standard SAP S/4HANA functionality.
Work closely with key users to identify their specific requirements, pain points, and areas for improvement. Gather feedback and insights to understand their workflows, challenges, and priorities.

Design Custom Applications with SAP Build:

Use SAP Build to design custom applications and user interfaces that address the specific needs of key users. SAP Build provides a visual design and prototyping tool that allows users to create interactive prototypes and mock-ups for SAP Fiori applications.
Collaborate with key users to design intuitive and user-friendly interfaces that streamline their workflows, improve productivity, and enhance user experience. Incorporate feedback and iterate on designs to ensure alignment with key user requirements.

Prototype and Validate Designs:

After the designs are validated and finalized, we work with developers to develop and deploy the custom applications using SAP Cloud Platform or other supported development platforms. We follow SAP best practices and guidelines for application development, security, and performance to ensure the quality and reliability of the custom applications.

Training and support

We provide training and support to key users on how to use custom applications effectively. We also establish channels for key users to provide feedback and request enhancements. By monitoring usage and measuring impact, we can gain insights into user behaviour, identify usage patterns, and identify opportunities for optimization and improvement.

By leveraging SAP Build Apps, key users can extend SAP S/4HANA with custom applications and extensions that meet their specific needs and preferences. This empowers key users to drive innovation, improve efficiency, and enhance user experience within their respective business areas, ultimately driving business value and success.

Upgrade SAP Joint Venture Accounting (JVA) using SAP Central Finance (CFIN)

Upgrading your SAP Joint Venture (JV) accounting using SAP Central Finance (CFIN) can greatly improve and streamline your financial processes. Here's a step-by-step overview of how to go about it:

Assessment and Planning: Start by assessing your current SAP JV accounting processes and identifying areas that need improvement. Determine your specific goals and objectives for upgrading.
SAP Central Finance Implementation: Implement SAP Central Finance as your central platform for financial data consolidation and reporting. This involves integrating data from various source systems, both SAP and non-SAP, into a single instance.
JV Accounting Integration: Configure SAP Central Finance to incorporate JV accounting data from your existing SAP systems. This may involve mapping JV-specific data fields and configuring transformation rules to ensure consistency and accuracy.
Data Harmonization: Standardize data structures, master data, and the chart of accounts across the JV entities to ensure seamless integration with SAP Central Finance. This step is essential for achieving consistency and accuracy in financial reporting.
Process Optimization: Review and optimize your JV accounting processes in alignment with SAP Central Finance capabilities. Identify opportunities to automate manual tasks, streamline workflows, and improve overall efficiency.
Training and Change Management: Provide comprehensive training to your finance team on the new processes and tools introduced with SAP Central Finance. Implement change management strategies to ensure smooth adoption and minimize resistance to change.
Testing and Validation: Conduct thorough testing of the SAP Central Finance setup, including data integration, transaction processing, and reporting functionalities. Validate the accuracy and reliability of financial reports generated from the system.
Go-live and Post-Implementation Support: Execute the migration to SAP Central Finance in a phased approach, starting with a pilot deployment before rolling out to other JV entities. Provide ongoing support and monitoring post-implementation to address any issues and optimize system performance.
Continuous Improvement: Continuously monitor and evaluate the performance of your SAP Central Finance setup, seeking feedback from users and stakeholders. Identify areas for further optimization and enhancement to maximize the value derived from the solution.

By following these steps, you can effectively upgrade your SAP JV accounting using SAP Central Finance, enabling greater transparency, efficiency, and control over your financial processes.

AI Applications in Business Processes

AI applications have become an integral part of modern business processes. Here are some common applications: automation, predictive analytics, CRM, chatbots and virtual assistants, supply chain optimization, risk management, NLP, image and speech recognition, personalized recommendations, and process optimization. AI is transforming business processes, driving efficiency, innovation, and competitive advantage in today's digital economy.

We offer advisory services in AI for various business processes. Here are some examples:

AI integrated into finance applications: Infuse your finance processes with AI to improve your team's efficiency, and business foresight, and enhance your organization's security and compliance. AI can provide insights, recommendations, and automation for cash application, accounting, and financial close, business integrity screening, identity access governance, travel, and expense.
AI integrated into supply chain processes: Transform your supply chain with AI-driven insights, recommendations, and automation. AI can be integrated into planning, manufacturing, logistics, product lifecycle management, and asset management solutions.
SAP Business AI integrated into procurement processes: Enhance visibility and automate key tasks in your source-to-pay process using SAP Business AI. It can provide tools for sourcing and contracts, procurement, invoice and payment management, supplier management, and external workforce and services.
AI integrated into the employee experience: Transform your recruit-to-retire process using AI for HR. Optimize workforce planning, deepen employee engagement, and align the employee experience with your business objectives throughout the employee lifecycle. AI can provide insights, automation, and tools for learning and development, workforce planning, and user experience.
AI integrated into the customer experience: Provide the ideal customer experience with less effort. AI can provide insights, automation, and tools for guided selling, forecasting, customer service, lead generation, order fulfillment, e-commerce, intelligent returns, and customer data.

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Synchronise Master Data using Integration Suite

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SAP Integration Strategy

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SAP PI/PO Migration to SAP Integration Suite

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Keep the core Clean using SAP Build Apps with SAP S/4 HANA

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Upgrade SAP JVA to S/4 HANA Using CFIN

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Synchronise Master Data using Integration Suite

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SAP PI/PO Migration to SAP Integration Suite

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Extend SAP S/4HANA with SAP Build Process Automation

Key user extension using SAP Build App

Upgrade SAP Joint Venture Accounting (JVA) using SAP Central Finance (CFIN)

AI Applications in Business Processes

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