Mar 17, 2026
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SAP S4HANA
Unlocking AP Transformation: Basware’s CEO on the Four Forces and Invoice Lifecycle ManagementBasware CEO Jason Kurtz outlines four transformative forces—autonomous AP, global e-invoicing compliance, open supplier networks, and composable technology stacks—that are evolving Accounts Payable from a cost center into a strategic asset for improving cash flow, compliance, and fraud prevention.
Dec 30, 2025
•3 minute read
Why Phase Zero or Pre-Kick-Off Planning is Key to SAP S/4HANA Migration SuccessSuccessful migration to SAP S/4HANA necessitates thorough pre-planning (Phase Zero) involving alignment of business goals, stakeholder engagement, and evaluation of current systems to ensure a solid foundation for the project, ultimately facilitating smoother implementation and reduced risks.
Sep 9, 2025
•3 minute read
OMS+ Cloud for SAP Public Cloud Edition: Streamlining Sales in the Cloud EraThe SAP Unleashed event underscored the increasing focus on cloud innovation as businesses transitioning to SAP S/4HANA face sales process optimization challenges, which the newly launched OMS+ Cloud platform aims to address by enhancing customer engagement, simplifying sales procedures, and integrating AI capabilities.
Feb 21, 2025
•3 minute read
HANA Migration: Ensuring High Availability and Minimizing DisruptionsSAP S/4HANA migration is not just about adopting a new technology but ensuring HANA becomes the robust and reliable foundation for continued innovation and growth. As 2027 end-of-maintenance deadline approaches, businesses must invest the required care, resources, and expertise to transition successfully without disruptions. With the right preparation and commitment to availability, companies can unlock HANA's immense potential while insulating operations from risk. But there are both immense opportunity and considerable challenges. HANA's in-memory capabilities enable real-time analytical insights and accelerated processes that can redefine competitive advantage. And with SAP's focus shifting to HANA-exclusive offerings like S/4 HANA ERP, embracing their new platform is imperative for innovation.
Nov 30, 2023
•5 minute read
Key Considerations for SAP S/4HANA Public CloudChoosing an ERP solution for any business is an intricate task, necessitating thorough discussions and evaluations, especially in today's digital era where cloud-based solutions are rapidly gaining prominence. The distinction between cloud ERP and its on-premises counterpart is vast, and understanding these nuances is pivotal. To navigate the complexities and ensure that the selected solution aligns well with the business requirements, it's imperative to ask specific, directed questions. For instance: Who is responsible for the operational hardware? How flexible is the Cloud ERP in terms of customization? How is the responsibility matrix (RACI) shared among the customer, the implementation partner, and SAP? Can enhancements like BADI's, synonymous with on-premises solutions, be applied to the cloud version?
Oct 13, 2023
•11 minute read
Demand-Driven Planning – Step 4 – Demand Driven MRP (DDMRP)Demand-driven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP) is a modern approach to supply chain management that focuses on meeting customer demand efficiently while minimizing inventory costs. Unlike traditional Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems, which rely on forecasted demand and fixed lead times, DDMRP uses actual customer demand signals to drive replenishment decisions in real time. By continuously monitoring demand patterns and adjusting inventory levels accordingly, DDMRP enables companies to improve responsiveness, reduce lead times, and optimize inventory levels. It takes into account demand variability and considers factors like demand spikes, seasonality, and promotional activities to ensure that the right amount of inventory is available at the right time. By aligning supply with actual demand, DDMRP helps organizations achieve greater customer satisfaction, reduce stockouts, and enhance overall supply chain performance.
This article focuses on Demand-driven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP) and how customized MRP type add-on provides the logic to calculate material requirements as part of the demand-driven replenishment approach and adds it as a new MRP type.
Jun 12, 2023
•4 minute read
SAP S/4HANA migration – Let’s assess what we have today, to build better for tomorrowWhen transitioning to SAP S/4HANA, you'll need to consider various factors to determine the optimal options for the integration process. From deciding on the location of S/4HANA, the approach to take for reaching S/4HANA, the business benefits you'll gain, and whether the upgrade will be solely technical. This article discusses the tangible content that you can use to assess, understand, and rate what integrations you have today, how well they are working for you, and how you can use this information to plan a starting point for tackling integrations. A downloadable worksheet in the article can be used to assess your current integrations with some tips to help you through it all.
Apr 6, 2023
•4 minute read
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