Cracking the Code on Scalable Delivery for SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud
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Key Takeaways
DataXstream's OMS+ Cloud is the first globally to earn SAP’s Premium Certification for ABAP Cloud on SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Edition, showcasing a milestone in complex, cross-channel order management that adheres to SAP's clean core principles.
The hybrid architecture approach, with business logic on ABAP Cloud and UI on SAP Business Technology Platform, enables organizations to achieve high functional depth while maintaining agility and complying with clean core standards.
Zero-footprint deployment in a Chromium-based browser allows for rapid global scalability and reduced time-to-value, transforming traditional SAP Order Management implementations into a more agile and accessible solution.
Certifications are common among SAP partners. However, architectural milestones are rare in this ecosystem. Recently, DataXstream claimed a significant position in the latter category after its OMS+ Cloud became the first solution globally to earn SAP’s Premium Certification for ABAP Cloud on SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Edition.
Speaking at the recent SAP TechEd event, Hernan Gioioso, Chief Product Officer at DataXstream, noted that this milestone proves that complex, cross-channel order management can be delivered at scale while strictly adhering to SAP’s clean core principles.
The Architecture of Clean Agility
The central challenge for enterprise software today is balancing functional depth with upgrade agility. Gioioso said that achieving this required a specific architectural split.
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“We made a deliberate choice to run our business logic on ABAP Cloud on-stack, while keeping the UI on SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP),” Gioioso explained. “This hybrid approach was critical. It allows us to leverage the native power of SAP S/4HANA for complex calculations while maintaining a decoupled, agile front end.”
This structure directly addresses the technical hurdles of the ABAP Cloud Development model. Thus, by navigating the shift from basic-auth APIs to Business Objects, the DataXstream team could close functional gaps that often stall Public Cloud adoption in complex sales environments.
Shaping the Platform
Gioioso was also candid about the reality of building on the bleeding edge. He highlighted that API gaps in the Public Cloud environment forced the team into “creative workarounds” and led to a series of influence requests submitted to SAP.
“Our status as the first Premium Certified partner didn’t just give us a badge; it gave us a seat at the table to shape the future direction of the platform,” Gioioso said. “When we identified gaps in how the Public Cloud handled enterprise selling challenges, we worked directly with SAP to influence the roadmap. We aren’t just using the platform; we are helping mature it.”
From Certification to Scalable Velocity
For the CIO or IT Director, the value of this certification translates to velocity. Traditional SAP Order Management implementations are often synonymous with long timelines. In contrast, OMS+ Cloud flips this by utilizing a CI/CD and automation mindset that drastically reduces time-to-value.
Moreover, the solution addresses the hardware headaches typical of retail and counter sales. “OMS+ Cloud runs in a Chromium-based browser with zero device software installed,” Gioioso concluded. “This independence is vital for global rollouts. Whether it’s a counter, a call center, or a mobile tablet, the experience is uniform and immediate.”
What This Means for SAPinsiders
A hybrid architecture is key to a clean core. For SAP architects and CIOs, the biggest takeaway is the validation of a hybrid architectural model for complex functionalities. According to Gioioso, DataXstream did not force everything into one box; instead, it strategically split the architecture. The business logic runs on ABAP Cloud on-stack, leveraging the core power of SAP S/4HANA, while the user interface resides on SAP BTP. This proves that organizations can achieve high functional depth without violating clean core principles or resorting to modifications. It provides a practical roadmap for overcoming the preference for business objects over basic-auth APIs, a common hurdle in the ABAP Cloud Development model.
Zero-footprint is the enabler for global scalability. There is a critical shift in how scalability is defined in today’s landscape. It has moved from server capacity to deployment velocity. OMS+ Cloud runs entirely in a Chromium-based browser with no device software installed. This technical choice directly enables the fast, global rollouts that enterprises demand. By removing the dependency on local device configuration, the solution ensures channel independence. Combined with a CI/CD and automation mindset, this significantly reduces the time-to-value for SAPinsiders compared to traditional, hardware-dependent SAP Order Management implementations.
Partner status highlights platform maturity. API gaps in the Public Cloud forced DataXstream to implement creative workarounds and led to direct influence requests to SAP. This approach shifts the perception of a Premium Certified partner from a badge holder to a platform shaper. DataXstream was the first to navigate these waters. This status allows the company to actively influence the future direction of SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud to address enterprise sales challenges. For SAPinsiders, this means the solution isn’t just compatible with the cloud; it is actively driving the roadmap to close functional gaps.
