Viessmann’s SAP S/4HANA Transformation with cbs
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Key Takeaways
⇨ The Viessmann Group underwent a significant digital transformation initiative, placing high demands on its IT department to quickly meet evolving business needs.
⇨ Viessmann adopted the selective ‘s.m.a.r.t. Green’ approach by cbs Corporate Business Solutions for their S/4HANA transition.
⇨ The cbs s.m.a.r.t. approach significantly reduced implementation time and cost, enabling a smooth transition to S/4HANA.
The Viessmann Group, a leading energy systems manufacturer, undertook a significant digital transformation by transitioning to SAP S/4HANA, aiming to standardize and modernize its business processes. Partnering with cbs Corporate Business Solutions, Viessmann employed the selective ‘s.m.a.r.t. Green’ approach, auditing core processes and retaining 80% while redesigning the rest for current needs. This method maximized the benefits of S/4HANA from the start. Global process owners ensured consistency and adherence to international standards. The phased transformation included a comprehensive analysis, implementation of business partner functionalities, and a final ‘big bang’ data migration. Key factors in the project’s success were interdisciplinary cooperation, a focus on business processes, and thorough end-to-end testing. The result was fully integrated digital business processes, significant efficiency gains, and a simplified IT infrastructure. Additionally, Viessmann achieved substantial improvements in spare parts prioritization, integrated business planning, and MRP processing time, enhancing supply chain efficiency and customer satisfaction.
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