Apr 17, 2026
•3 minute read
T-Systems
2026 ERP Migration Realities: Cloud, AI, and the Looming Transition BottleneckAs the 2027 maintenance deadline looms, surging cloud adoption and the rush to integrate enterprise AI are creating a severe talent bottleneck for organizations planning their SAP S/4HANA transitions.
SAPinsider Research Webinar – ERP Migration and Transformation 2026Watch this webinar on demand for a review of the 2026 ERP Migration and Transformation Benchmark Report, based on responses from 296 SAP customers across industries. In this session, you will see how organizations are really progressing toward SAP S/4HANA and Cloud ERP as the 2027 end of mainstream maintenance approaches.
In this session, SAPinsider Chief Research Officer Robert Holland shares detailed findings that show where organizations really are on their SAP S/4HANA journey. Not just deployments, but how many have fully switched ERP operations, what timelines are realistic, and how quickly adoption is actually accelerating as 2027 approaches. You will see how strategies are changing, from simply “meeting the deadline” to modernizing or eliminating custom processes, cleansing and harmonizing data, and modernizing reporting and BI to deliver faster access to insights. The research also highlights how organizations are evaluating SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition and SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, Cloud ERP, and hybrid infrastructure options to reduce TCO while keeping landscapes flexible and compliant
We also spotlight the new forces reshaping ERP roadmaps, particularly SAP’s AI announcements and the need to stay compliant and secure while reducing TCO. See how leading teams are using SAP Readiness Check, SAP BTP, Process Discovery, and clean core tools to de‑risk projects and prepare for AI‑enabled ERP.
Watch now to:
- See exactly where you stand versus 296 peer organizations on S/4HANA adoption and 2027 readiness.
- Learn which practical moves (clean core, data cleansing, process standardization) are actually accelerating cutover.
- Discover how peers are using SAP BTP, Process Discovery, and automation to build an AI‑ready ERP landscape.
- Get clear on the real roadblocks—cloud cost, skills, security, and business case—and what successful teams are doing differently.
Apr 14, 2026
•1 minute read
SAPinsider Benchmark Research – ERP Migration and Transformation 2026The move to SAP S/4HANA continues to accelerate. While this has largely been driven by a need to transition to a fully supported product before the end of mainstream maintenance in 2027 and a growing number of organizations planning to use cloud-based ERP, this year’s data has also revealed that access to generative AI in SAP systems, in addition to SAP’s announcements on AI, are having a considerable impact on the overall transition.
While there has been rapid growth in the number of organizations that have deployed SAP S/4HANA over the past year, a significant proportion of respondents (36%) are still in the process of implementing, evaluating, or building a business case for the transition. A further 4% report that their project is on hold, while 5% currently have no plans for SAP S/4HANA.
SAPinsider has not previously listed SAP S/4HANA Cloud as a separate answer choice when tracking the move to SAP S/4HANA, and the fact that nearly as many respondents (26%) reported that they were using this version compared to a more traditional SAP S/4HANA deployment (29%) provides some interesting insights. First, it confirms the fact that many early adopters of SAP S/4HANA have been transitioning to a RISE with SAP (now SAP Cloud ERP Private) contract as their existing versions have ended mainstream maintenance.
It also shows that those moving to SAP S/4HANA now appear more likely to be moving to SAP S/4HANA Cloud. This is likely due to the challenges with securing traditionally licensed SAP S/4HANA contracts.
However, the fact that 55% of respondents report that they have completed an SAP S/4HANA or SAP S/4HANA Cloud deployment does not mean that these organizations have completed a transition. Since many organizations have complex existing landscapes, some may continue to run multiple systems in parallel to ensure that everything is working correctly before making a final switch to the new software. Larger customers may also be running multiple ERP instances, and a single SAP S/4HANA deployment does not mean that all their systems have transitioned. An SAP S/4HANA deployment may also represent just a proof of concept or a pilot project while the organization evaluates
the solution.
Just over a third of the survey’s respondents (34%) report having completed a transition to SAP S/4HANA due to these factors. This is consistent with overall numbers that SAPinsider has been tracking over the last five years, showing continued growth in adoption.
Download the benchmark report to read the full data analysis and receive recommendations for your own plans.
Mar 31, 2026
•2 minute read
Navigating Data Sovereignty and Choosing the Right RISE with SAP Infrastructure With T-SystemsEuropean SAP customers are prioritizing data sovereignty in their SAP Cloud ERP design, seeking partnerships like that of SAP and T-Systems to ensure GDPR compliance while integrating cloud innovation within a secure, managed multi-cloud architecture.
Dec 19, 2025
•3 minute read
Decoding SAP’s Pivot to Cloud ERP Private for the 2027 CountdownSAP's rebranding of RISE with SAP to emphasize a transformation journey towards SAP Cloud ERP Private necessitates urgent planning for existing customers, especially in light of accelerated cloud adoption pressures and the need for data sovereignty.
Dec 18, 2025
•3 minute read
Sovereign Innovation in Financial ServicesFinancial services leaders face a critical mandate to modernize while maintaining security and compliance, with a shift towards hybrid cloud solutions that respect regulatory complexities, embodied in offerings like RISE with SAP, enabling institutions to innovate sustainably without sacrificing data sovereignty.
Dec 12, 2025
•3 minute read
Mastering SAP Transformation: How T-Systems Elevates RISE with SAP with Clean Core and Cloud FlexibilityEnterprises facing inefficiencies in complex SAP landscapes can transform their operations and reduce costs through RISE with SAP, tailored by T-Systems to offer customization, hybrid integration, and a clean core strategy, ultimately preparing them for SAP's 2030 deadline and enabling agile, innovative responses to market changes.
Apr 29, 2025
•3 minute read
Navigating the Future of Finance: Why RISE with SAP Is a Strategic Imperative for Financial ServicesThe FSI sector is rapidly transforming due to market disruptors and regulatory demands, compelling institutions to adopt modern cloud solutions like RISE with SAP, which enhances agility, compliance, and innovation while providing essential support through trusted partners like T-Systems.
Mar 27, 2025
•3 minute read
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