From Scripts to Orchestration: How Redwood’s RunMyJobs Modernizes SAP Production Planning

Manufacturing has never been more data-driven or complex. Around the world, production relies on seamless coordination among SAP S/4HANA, Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and many custom-built integrations.

However, many manufacturers still rely on fragile, script-based automations and manual interventions that create operational silos that are prone to risk. Redwood Software’s RunMyJobs platform aims to break that cycle by providing a unified orchestration layer that automates, connects, and optimizes the entire SAP production planning value chain.

What Intelligent Orchestration Looks Like in SAP Environments

Redwood’s approach focuses on intelligent orchestration rather than fragmented task automation. Instead of creating and managing hundreds of custom scripts to connect SAP and non-SAP systems, manufacturers can use RunMyJobs to synchronize processes across procurement, production, quality assurance, and logistics in real time.

In a recent blog post for Redwood, the enterprise automation expert Neil Krefsky explained the importance of production orchestration. “You can build workflows that align to an Industry 4.0 framework, where MES outputs feed directly into your ERP evaluation rules,” he said. “With predictive analytics layered in, you can catch patterns, like defects tied to certain equipment or shifts, before they become bigger problems.”

A well-orchestrated system continuously monitors dependencies, anomalies, and performance metrics to identify issues before they lead to downtime. Predictive analytics and event-driven workflows automatically adjust schedules and reroute workloads to match capacity with demand. This model aims to reduce the operational overhead of manual troubleshooting and speed up decision-making across supply chains.

Two case studies highlight these advantages. HVAC manufacturer Daikin adopted RunMyJobs to cut process failures and reduce manual tasks that offer little value, boosting order fulfillment speed. At the same time, Kaeser Compressors merged over 40 country-specific SAP processes into one automated flow, achieving faster throughput and better resilience without adding IT staff. Both companies show how central orchestration can replace scattered automation and grow globally without adding complexity.

How RunMyJobs Protects the SAP Clean Core

Many manufacturers hesitate to expand automation due to concerns about preserving a clean SAP core. RunMyJobs addresses this by extending automation with certified connectors, rather than invasive customizations. This method enables manufacturers undergoing cloud transformations to innovate in their production operations without compromising upgradeability or compliance.

By managing orchestration outside the core, RunMyJobs helps manufacturers streamline operations while maintaining the integrity of their SAP landscapes. Organizations can standardize and centralize job scheduling, data synchronization, and exception handling without adding code directly into their ERP systems. This approach supports long-term maintainability of systems such as SAP S/4HANA, SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP), or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO).

What This Means for SAPinsiders

Intelligent orchestration boosts agility and operational resilience for manufacturers. For SAP technology leaders, Redwood’s RunMyJobs platform represents a shift away from reactive, script-based fixes towards self-healing, data-driven automation. IT and operations teams can now oversee production flows with real-time visibility and predictive analytics instead of relying on post-failure triage. This change allows for quicker recovery from disruptions and increased uptime without adding complexity.

Manufacturers see clear improvements in productivity and quality. Daikin reported substantial reductions in background processing times, while Kaeser achieved scalable orchestration across 40 global subsidiaries. These results support broader industry trends toward AI-enabled, event-driven automation that synchronizes SAP and non-SAP systems. For production planners, the outcome is often real: fewer delays, less manual oversight, and more time for value-added decision-making.

Automation providers are focusing on orchestration as a key differentiator. The manufacturing IT market is rapidly evolving from simple workflow automation to comprehensive, full-stack orchestration that integrates ERP, MES, and Internet of Things (IoT) systems. Vendors like Redwood are taking advantage of this shift by offering certified, clean-core-compatible solutions that make cloud transitions easier. For SAP customers selecting automation partners, integration capabilities, predictive monitoring, and compliance governance are now key differentiators.