SAP ERP software and modules
SAP ERP software and modules help businesses get real-time updates across the organization. Our experts and writers tackle the issues posed by SAP's staggering array of modules -- from the traditional core modules such as financial accounting and controlling to newer offerings -- including implementation strategies and best practices.
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News
16 Oct 2024
SAP aims to simplify spend management with AI copilot
SAP is injecting more generative AI into its Intelligent Spend Group via its Joule copilot. It also introduced new services for Business Network and Ariba. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Oct 2024
Rise with SAP sweetens U.S. Sugar's cloud move
Faced with an aging on-premises ERP system, U.S. Sugar took time to plan a move to S/4HANA Cloud and settled on Rise with SAP when it felt the conditions were right. Continue Reading
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News
27 Jan 2021
SAP, Microsoft partner against Salesforce
Starting in mid-2021, Microsoft and SAP plan to integrate Teams into the latter's business application portfolio. The move is seen as a response to rival Salesforce. Continue Reading
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Answer
20 Jan 2021
How can SAP Work Zone for HR help enable a digital workplace?
Part of SAP SuccessFactors HXM, Work Zone for HR is a digital workspace meant to boost employee experience. Learn more about its features and functions. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Jan 2021
SAP Commerce Cloud dresses up digital storefronts
SAP Commerce Cloud is designed to help companies launch digital commerce sites, which may be useful for large enterprises and digital commerce sites with complex processes. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Jan 2021
SAP Business Network, S/4HANA critical for SAP in 2021
SAP's 2021 will be a mix of familiar challenges such as moving customers off legacy systems to S/4HANA and new opportunities such as its SAP Business Network, according to experts. Continue Reading
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Answer
06 Jan 2021
What is SAP Field Service Management and what can it do?
Organizations need to get more from their technicians and field workers, and SAP Field Service Management is meant to help. Learn what it can do. Continue Reading
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News
29 Dec 2020
SAP in 2020: COVID-19, Klein takes command and Qualtrics IPO
From leadership changes to the massive disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, it was a year like no other for SAP. Here are some of the most important SAP 2020 stories. Continue Reading
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News
28 Dec 2020
SAP files for Qualtrics IPO
SAP announced plans for a Qualtrics IPO in July. On Monday, the official paperwork was filed. Continue Reading
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Answer
14 Dec 2020
What Qualtrics integration questions should IT ask of SAP?
Qualtrics has certain technical integration challenges, and IT needs to address questions to uncover what they are and how they will affect the implementation. Here's a look. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Dec 2020
How HR can best use Qualtrics in the employee lifecycle
To improve the employee experience, the problems must first be understood. Here's a look at how HR can delve into sentiment and the best moments to do so. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Dec 2020
SAP Intelligent Spend Management shows where the money goes
In this Q&A, SAP's John Wookey explains the current makeup of the SAP Intelligent Spend Management and Business Network group and how it helps companies track their spending. Continue Reading
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Definition
30 Nov 2020
SAP FICO (SAP Finance and SAP Controlling)
SAP FICO is an important core functional component in SAP ERP Central Component that allows an organization to manage all of its financial data. Continue Reading
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Answer
12 Nov 2020
Does Infoporter aid SAP ERP HCM-Employee Central data migration?
Learn how SAP data migration tool Infoporter assists in moving from SAP ERP HCM to SuccessFactors Employee Central and why IT teams might find it helpful. Continue Reading
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Answer
30 Oct 2020
What are some SAP license optimization best practices?
Optimizing SAP licenses is critical in today's insecure business landscape. Here are some best practices organizations can follow to lower costs and get the most from their investment. Continue Reading
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News
21 Oct 2020
Partnerships add more supply chain visibility to SAP LBN
New SAP Logistics Business Network partnerships provide users with key logistics data on shipment location and estimated arrival times for road, freight and ocean shipments. Continue Reading
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News
07 Oct 2020
Wookey returns to SAP to head Intelligent Spend unit
Industry veteran John Wookey is back at SAP to run the newly formed SAP Intelligent Spend and Business Network as SAP Ariba executive Chris Haydon departs. Continue Reading
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Answer
24 Sep 2020
How can SuccessFactors CPM improve performance management?
Learn how SuccessFactors Continuous Performance Management can help more organizations realize that a good employee experience requires ongoing performance management. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Sep 2020
Real-life look at SAP intelligent RPA uses, benefits, limitations
SAP intelligent RPA works with the SAP ecosystem to help automate time-consuming processes. Learn what intelligent RPA is, how some companies are using it and a few of its limitations. Continue Reading
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News
08 Sep 2020
SAP sets alternatives to master/slave, blacklist/whitelist
SAP is making language for documentation, training materials and user interfaces and on websites more inclusive. Continue Reading
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Answer
27 Aug 2020
How can SAP Analytics Cloud help boost business agility?
SAP Analytics Cloud is meant to boost business agility, which business leaders need now more than ever. Take a look at the tool's features and how it might help. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Aug 2020
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
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Answer
12 Aug 2020
How is SAP Climate 21 meant to reduce CO2 emissions?
SAP released program to help companies go green and achieve better sustainability. Here's a look at Climate 21 and its Product Carbon Footprint Analytics. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Aug 2020
Penn State graduates from legacy ERP to SAP S/4HANA
Penn State University recently completed a greenfield SAP S/4HANA implementation to replace an old COBOL-based system with a modern, transformative ERP. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Jul 2020
Use Qualtrics surveys to boost employee engagement
SAP Qualtrics surveys may help uncover workforce sentiment so business and HR leaders can act on it and help improve employee engagement. Learn what that entails. Continue Reading
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News
23 Jul 2020
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. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jul 2020
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. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jun 2020
7 SAP S/4HANA implementation issues to address
A move to S/4HANA is critical for SAP users, but getting it right is difficult. Here's a look at seven issues to address. Continue Reading
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Podcast
23 Jun 2020
Sapphire Now 2020 unveiled a new, more forward-looking SAP
Lofty goals to fight climate change and link intelligent enterprises signaled CEO Christian Klein's intention to lead a generational shift at SAP and appeal to younger customers. Continue Reading
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Answer
16 Jun 2020
What do SAP leadership changes signify for company strategy?
SAP recently announced that Jennifer Morgan was no longer co-CEO and that Christian Klein would take the helm. Learn what that means for the company's strategy. Continue Reading
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Conference Coverage
04 Jun 2020
SAP Sapphire 2020 news, trends and analysis
This year's Sapphire conference was "reimagined" as an online event for SAP to re-pitch the intelligent enterprise as key to resiliency in challenging times. See coverage here. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2020
SAP, InstaFreight partner to reduce freight costs, complexity
The SAP Logistics Business Network integration with InstaFreight is aimed at reducing the cost and complexity of finding carriers and shipping goods throughout Europe. Continue Reading
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Answer
29 May 2020
How can SAP tools help during a COVID-19 economic downturn?
Managing cash flow, anticipating demand and getting insight into data are three critical ways to manage COVID-19's effects. Here are a few tools meant to provide those capabilities. Continue Reading
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Podcast
22 May 2020
In crisis, opportunity: Downturn in ERP industry has upside
The inaugural ERP Confab examines what the economic downturn from the pandemic means for ERP users and vendors. Plus: a deep dive into SAP and its upcoming virtual Sapphire show. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 May 2020
SAP App Center a bridge between ISVs and customers
SAP customers and ISV application developers describe how they use the SAP App Center to find and deploy useful, integrated and technically validated SAP apps. Continue Reading
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Answer
21 Apr 2020
How can Employee Central boost localized COVID-19 compliance?
The SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll Localization is one of the systems' core benefits. Now, SAP has released COVID-19 legal changes monitoring. Continue Reading
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News
21 Apr 2020
SAP co-CEO Morgan departs, leaving Klein to fly solo
Jennifer Morgan will step down as SAP co-CEO after six months in the position. Christian Klein will become sole CEO as the ERP vendor continues to face an uncertain time. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Apr 2020
SuccessFactors implementation methodology: Overview of choices
There are three different SuccessFactors implementation methodologies. Here's the information you need in order to select the one that will work best for your company. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Apr 2020
How Concur AP automation streamlines accounts payable
Some finance departments are turning to SAP Concur for accounts payable automation to manage processes and increase accuracy. Here's what the automated process looks like. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Apr 2020
SAP Business One overview: Features, benefits and more
SAP Business One promises holistic business management software. Learn more about its advantages and pitfalls, as well as pricing and integration, in this SAP Business One overview. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Mar 2020
SAP S/4HANA migration: Critical advice for moving off ECC
With the end of SAP ECC support looming in 2027, organizations must make some tough decisions. Here's a look at your choices. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Mar 2020
How to pick a SuccessFactors implementation partner
Selecting the right SuccessFactors implementation partner is a critical step in the journey to deploying the system. Check out these six tips for finding a partner. Continue Reading
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News
20 Mar 2020
SAP Ariba Discovery now open to all buyers and suppliers
Buyers and suppliers can now access SAP Ariba Discovery for free, and SAP Ariba, Fieldglass and S/4HANA are further integrated for an 'intelligent spend management' platform. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Feb 2020
Understand SAP ECC vs. HANA vs. S/4HANA vs. R/3
SAP ECC, HANA, S/4HANA and R/3 are all valuable tools in the IT world, but it's easy to get them confused. Learn about their similarities and differences. Continue Reading
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Answer
13 Feb 2020
Is the SAP ECC support deadline extension important?
With an extension to the SAP ERP Central Component end-of-support deadline, customers are wondering what it means for them. Here's a look. Continue Reading
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Answer
06 Feb 2020
What capabilities does Qualtrics EmployeeXM offer?
Employee Experience Management tools from Qualtrics are meant to give managers and HR concrete ways to gather feedback and support workers. Here's a look at five features. Continue Reading
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Answer
22 Jan 2020
What are some key SuccessFactors onboarding capabilities?
Onboarding is critical to employee experience and a company's reputation as a talent destination. Learn about SuccessFactors functionality to help improve this important process. Continue Reading
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Answer
10 Jan 2020
7 best practices for using SuccessFactors Talent Management
With tools to cover the employee journey, SAP SuccessFactors Talent Management has a wealth of functionality. Here's how to make sure you get the most out of it. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Dec 2019
5 SAP case studies from 2019 to inspire, caution you
These five SAP case studies serve as learning tools so you can avoid making the mistake someone has already made and get succinct reminders of what's important. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Dec 2019
Mega-suites, cloud shape 20 years of ERP history
Big suites from SAP and Oracle showed how ERP could run an entire business. The same complexity that led to lawsuits and cost overruns now makes the move to cloud challenging. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2019
IT's technology experience problem gets HR tool
Technology deployments have been blamed for loss of productivity and even employee resignations. A new tool from Qualtrics could help IT get on top of bad tech experiences. Continue Reading
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News
20 Nov 2019
S/4HANA Cloud integrates Qualtrics for continuous improvement
The latest version of SAP S/4HANA Cloud embeds Qualtrics XM capabilities that provide a way for users to give direct feedback about the product. Analysts say it could be a differentiator but may take time. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Nov 2019
How to use Qualtrics employee experience tool to gather feedback
SAP Qualtrics is meant to be a powerful employee experience tool. Discover its features, feedback software and which products are currently available. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Nov 2019
The move to SAP Intelligent Enterprise starts with small steps
When it comes to moving to SAP Intelligent Enterprise, taking the journey one step at a time is the best method. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Oct 2019
Influencer marketing best practices to reach millennials, Gen Z
To reach the millennial and Gen Z consumer, you need to build trust and create experiences. Follow these tips to spin up an influencer marketing campaign. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Oct 2019
ERP evolution sees major shifts in holistic view of business
Implementers and users recall the late 1990s move off mainframes and the rise of SaaS and monolithic suites. Plus, ERP founders Hasso Plattner of SAP and Evan Goldberg of NetSuite share their insights. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Oct 2019
SAP vs. Oracle: Compare their cloud platforms
SAP Cloud Platform vs. Oracle Cloud Platform is an important issue for organizations that are considering either vendor. Here's what you need to know. Continue Reading
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Answer
20 Aug 2019
How does SAP SuccessFactors Onboarding support crossboarding?
Onboarding a new hire is one thing, but what about when an employee simply moves from their role into a different one at the same company? Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Aug 2019
Experts debate whether SAP acquisition of Qualtrics can deliver CX
Ten months after SAP paid $8 billion for the SaaS experience management platform, experts still differ on what Qualtrics adds to SAP's portfolio, especially its C/4HANA CX suite. Continue Reading
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News
15 Aug 2019
S/4HANA migration concerns lead SAP 2019 stories so far
Industry observers believe that if SAP is to remain competitive, S/4HANA migrations need to pick up, and new leadership needs to convince customers of the intelligent enterprise's value. Continue Reading
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Answer
12 Aug 2019
How can SAP SuccessFactors Onboarding help retain employees?
A well-run onboarding process can also be a savvy retention tool. Here's how the SAP SuccessFactors Onboarding module can help provide a positive experience for new hires. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Aug 2019
How SAP C/4HANA could transform the CRM market
Find out how C/4HANA is not only changing the CX game, but also transforming the relationship with CRM by combining front-office CRM apps with back-end transactional ERP systems. Continue Reading
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Feature
31 Jul 2019
Inside SAP C/4HANA and how it's changing the customer experience
SAP has officially entered the CX game with C/4HANA, but what is it exactly? Here's a breakdown of the platform and its components to ensure buyers and users have a firm understanding. Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Jul 2019
5 third-party apps for the SuccessFactors Recruiting module
SuccessFactors is a capable recruiting platform, but it can't be all things to all people. The right external application can provide the specialized help your organization needs. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Jul 2019
Pros and cons of SAP SuccessFactors Recruiting
SAP's primary recruiting platform is capable and feature rich, but users should consider these important factors before adopting the cloud-based system. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Jul 2019
As SaaS ERP, S/4HANA Cloud not meant to replicate ECC
In a Q&A, Jan Gilg, SAP's new global head of S/4HANA, joined SVP Sven Denecken to explain the differences between the on-premises and cloud versions of S/4. Continue Reading
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Answer
21 Jun 2019
Where can I get SAP SuccessFactors online training?
The SAP Learning Hub has a wealth of resources for training, certification and knowledge sharing for users and administrators of the SuccessFactors suite. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Jun 2019
A breakdown of 10 commonly used SAP ECC components
Whether you've already implemented SAP ECC or your company is considering expanding its use of the on-premises ERP system, it's time to brush up on the main functional components. Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2019
Demand-driven replenishment added to SAP IBP
New demand-driven planning methodology in SAP Integrated Business Planning helps organizations create better supply chain forecasts based on real customer sales orders. Continue Reading
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Feature
31 May 2019
Qualtrics XM platform helps identify the 'why'
Zig Serafin, president at Qualtrics, discusses the experience economy and how Qualtrics XM applications with SAP's operational data helps companies get the 'why' in business processes. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2019
Revlon SAP ERP problems result in rare investor lawsuit
An SAP ERP implementation at cosmetic maker Revlon disrupted some operations. After the news came out, the company's stock price suffered. Now, investors are suing. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2019
Plattner: Cloud is the way forward for S/4HANA systems
In this Q&A, SAP's Hasso Plattner explains why the cloud is the best option for SAP S/4HANA systems and why companies must know their customers' feelings in order to succeed. Continue Reading
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News
13 May 2019
Employee experience strategy boosts American Airlines CX
American Airlines' 'people first' culture starts with the employee and is underpinned by technology. It's not alone in making the workforce more inclusive. Continue Reading
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News
08 May 2019
At Sapphire Now, McDermott targets the experience economy
Experience management was the overriding theme at SAP Sapphire Now, where SAP executives talked Qualtrics, experience data and why feelings matter. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 May 2019
8 keys to Employee Central Payroll implementation success
There are many factors to consider when implementing SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll. Take a look at these tips to ensure your project goes off without a hitch. Continue Reading
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News
06 May 2019
SAP and Uber Freight partnership boosts digital supply chain
A new partnership integrating the SAP Logistics Business Network with Uber Freight may help shippers and carriers optimize freight transportation processes. Continue Reading
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News
01 May 2019
SAP Sapphire Now to focus on Qualtrics and CXM, not restructuring
SAP is gearing up for its annual conference. Experience management and Qualtrics are sure to be on the agenda, but the vendor's recent layoffs and executive moves likely won't be. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Apr 2019
SAP vs. Oracle: Which ERP system is right for your company?
The choice often comes down to flexibility vs. standardization. Here are the key differentiators between the two vendors and advice on how to match their strengths with your needs. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Apr 2019
Verizon works to integrate its supply chain management system
Verizon chief procurement officer John Vazquez explains why the company is integrating several SAP systems to help manage more than $80 billion in annual spend. Continue Reading
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News
12 Apr 2019
SAP executive board shuffle raises questions about its strategic direction
Some analysts believe SAP's recent executive changes mean the new leaders must prove their development credibility as the company moves forward in an evolving technology market. Continue Reading
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News
10 Apr 2019
RapidRatings adds supplier risk management options to SAP Ariba
RapidRatings' financial analysis data can now be integrated directly into SAP Ariba, providing customers with financial health information from one source. Continue Reading
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News
05 Apr 2019
SAP Ariba and American Express partnership takes aim at B2B payments
The SAP Ariba and American Express partnership could be a good first step in making transactions more automated and intelligent, according to one expert. Continue Reading
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News
03 Apr 2019
SAP pushes intelligent spend with its Ariba-Fieldglass integration
At SAP Ariba Live, the company announced SAP Ariba and SAP Fieldglass will no longer operate as separate entities. Instead, they'll be integrated to support intelligent spend management. Continue Reading
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News
25 Mar 2019
SAP S/4HANA migration still just a plan for most customers
According to a new survey by ASUG, most SAP users plan to move to S/4HANA eventually, but they're currently focused on other IT priorities, lack of confidence in S/4HANA or still need to build a business case. Continue Reading
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News
20 Mar 2019
SAP's vision for full SuccessFactors HCM-Qualtrics integration could take years
SuccessFactors HCM customers have access to workplace data that gives them a sense for what's happening, such as an employee exit. The recently acquired Qualtrics tech could help reveal why something is happening, but SAP's vision for a complete integration of the two products will take time. Continue Reading
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News
07 Mar 2019
SAP CEO talks Qualtrics acquisition, says experience data is critical
At the Qualtrics X4 Summit, SAP CEO Bill McDermott argues that experience data is now central to business success. He promised to build the capability to merge operational and experience data. Continue Reading
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Definition
01 Mar 2019
SAP Business One
SAP Business One is an ERP software platform specifically intended for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Continue Reading
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Definition
22 Feb 2019
SAP Ariba
SAP Ariba is a software company that provides cloud-based procurement, spend management and supply chain services that enable suppliers and buyers to connect and do business globally. Continue Reading
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Feature
31 Jan 2019
SAP intelligent enterprise helps Delivery Hero manage rapid growth
Delivery Hero may only be a midsize company, but its rapid business growth forced it to look for an enterprise-grade ERP product. The company eventually decided on SAP S/4HANA for the core of its intelligent enterprise. Continue Reading
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Opinion
02 Jan 2019
SAP C/4HANA, SAP intelligent enterprise top trends in 2018
The top five SAP trends from 2018 start with SAP C/4HANA and end with the intelligent enterprise. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Nov 2018
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
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News
16 Nov 2018
With CEM market in sight, SAP must fit in new Qualtrics pieces
One of SAP's top priorities must now be integrating Qualtrics into the ERP giant's product suite, analysts and a customer said. But putting the pieces together may not be easy. Continue Reading
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News
13 Nov 2018
SAP's Qualtrics acquisition adds CX to HR and transactional data
X and O data is coming to the forefront for SAP customers following the Qualtrics acquisition this week. A Forrester analyst weighs in on the $8 billion deal. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Nov 2018
ERP implementation success: Program management vs. project management
ERP program management provides the framework to manage the portfolio of projects that ensure ERP deployment success. Here's what that looks like. Continue Reading
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Answer
31 Oct 2018
What are the top 3 barriers to SAP S/4HANA migration?
Many SAP customers are taking a wait-and-see approach to the vendor's next-generation ERP business suite. One expert shares three reasons why. Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Oct 2018
SAP Business Suite
SAP Business Suite is a bundle of end-to-end enterprise software applications that integrate data, processes and functions for important areas such as finance, sales and HR, as well as industry-focused features. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Oct 2018
Why consider SAP SaaS ERP -- 8 benefits of S/4HANA public cloud
The SaaS version of SAP S/4HANA may help companies lower their ERP total cost of ownership and help them stay agile in a business world that's always changing. Here's how. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Oct 2018
Experts laud SAP Analytics Cloud but question market position
The platform may be solid for predictive analytics, financial planning and other tasks of business analysts. But why use it instead of SAP BusinessObjects or a third-party BI tool? Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Oct 2018
SAP C/4HANA name irks some Hybris users, but most take in stride
Some Hybris customers give the rebrand to SAP Customer Experience and SAP C/4HANA a thumbs-down, but others believe that it's all part of the IT name game. Continue Reading
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Guide
12 Oct 2018
Stay ahead of SuccessFactors integrations and implementations
Our editors and industry experts offer best practices and advice on implementing and integrating SAP SuccessFactors, including how to better use Employee Central. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Oct 2018
S/4HANA supply chain trends: More visibility, complex integration
The need for digital supply chain transformation is clear. SAP has the right platform, but implementation is a challenge for companies, according to some analysts. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Oct 2018
Exploring the SAP ERP system lineup
With its five main ERP products, SAP cast a wide net in the ERP market. Here's a rundown of SAP ERP software offerings, including its stalwart on-prem ERP and next-gen S/4HANA. Continue Reading