Jul 9, 2024
•3 minute read
RISE with SAP
RISE with SAP is SAP’s flagship cloud transformation package, designed to help organizations migrate to SAP S/4HANA Cloud through a single contract that bundles software, services and infrastructure. As SAP accelerates its push toward cloud ERP, understanding what RISE with SAP includes and how it aligns with organizational goals is a top priority for technology executives and project teams. SAPinsider research and coverage tracks adoption trends, best practices and evolving use cases across industries.
What is RISE with SAP?
RISE with SAP is a subscription-based offering that packages SAP S/4HANA Cloud with SAP Business Network, business process intelligence, technical migration services and SAP Business Technology Platform consumption credits. The package is designed to lower the complexity of moving to cloud ERP by providing a single point of accountability from SAP. According to SAPinsider‘s RISE with SAP 2025 Benchmark Report, smaller organizations are currently twice as likely to be live on the solution compared to larger enterprises, which remain predominantly in the planning or exploration phases.
What use cases does RISE with SAP address?
- Cloud ERP migration: Organizations use RISE with SAP to transition from SAP ECC or other legacy ERP systems to SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition with SAP-managed infrastructure and migration tooling.
- Process transformation: RISE with SAP integrates SAP Signavio and business process intelligence capabilities, enabling organizations to identify and redesign inefficient processes before and after migration. Nearly half of SAPinsider survey respondents see RISE playing a process transformation role in their S/4HANA projects.
- AI-enabled ERP: The premium plus tier of RISE with SAP includes generative AI capabilities embedded in SAP S/4HANA Cloud, SAP Datasphere and office of the CFO tools, supporting intelligent automation across finance, operations and planning.
- Infrastructure simplification: RISE with SAP shifts infrastructure management to SAP, reducing the operational burden on internal IT teams and enabling organizations to focus on application optimization rather than underlying systems.
What does SAPinsider research say about RISE with SAP adoption?
SAPinsider‘s 2025 RISE with SAP Benchmark Report shows that while adoption is accelerating ahead of SAP’s 2027 ECC end-of-mainstream-maintenance deadline, cost concerns and unclear business value remain the top barriers. SAP’s dedicated transition support and license conversion credits are the primary drivers for migration. The report also flags growing demand for generative AI within the package and warns of a potential shortage of skilled implementation resources. Additional SAPinsider analysis is available at RISE with SAP Research and Trends.
Securitas Migrates to RISE with SAP with GyanSysSecuritas, operating in 44 markets with over 400 branches, specializes in On-Site Guarding, Mobile Guarding, Remote Guarding, Electronic Security, Fire & Safety, and Corporate Risk Management. To enhance operational efficiency, Securitas upgraded their SAP ERP Central Component (ECC) to SAP S/4HANA 2022, migrating nearly 2 million contract records within two weeks. Partnering with GyanSys, they overcame challenges such as integrating legacy systems, automating migration, and ensuring near-zero downtime. The upgrade to RISE with SAP S/4HANA (Azure) consolidated multiple ERP systems, improved system performance, reduced database size, and streamlined business processes, ensuring scalability and adaptability to future industry advancements.
Jul 3, 2024
•2 minute read
Beyond Lift and Shift – How SAP Solution Extensions Fuel Your Innovation JourneyFor those moving to RISE with SAP one of the biggest challenges involved in the move are the complexity of the existing data landscape. Most organizations today have landscapes that combine SAP and non-SAP solutions which makes managing data and optimizing business processes more complex. In addition, many organizations struggle with educating internal resources on the changes that a move to SAP S/4HANA Cloud brings, as well as freeing up internal resources to work on the transformation to derive the maximum benefit from the move.
SAP Solution Extensions for RISE with SAP help organizations put in place the right resources so that they can be fully prepared for the move to SAP S/4HANA Cloud. This includes extensions for data migration, document access and archiving, and simplifying financial operations during the preparation phase of the move.
Jul 1, 2024
•11 minute read
Accelerate for RISE with SAP®As the adoption of cloud technology continues to expand due to increased business complexity, technological advancements and competition, organizations are focused on implementing cloud strategies that enable them to be more agile and resilient to innovate at scale.
Jun 27, 2024
•2 minute read
Arma Group Ensures Business Continuity and Scalability with RISE with SAP on Microsoft AzureArma Group, a leader in Egypt's FMCG industry, faced challenges from evolving consumer demands and technological advancements. To stay competitive, they migrated to the cloud, addressing performance and security issues with on-premises workloads. This transformation began with a dedicated datacenter on Microsoft Azure, reducing hardware issues and capital expenditures while providing a scalable, reliable, and flexible solution. Implementing RISE with SAP on Azure enhanced security and scalability, while Microsoft Sentinel, Azure Monitor, and Azure Arc streamlined operations. Microsoft 365 facilitated remote work and improved collaboration, and Power BI integration enabled data-driven decisions. This migration led to significant operational improvements, including reduced costs, improved quality, and increased productivity. Azure's robust backup plans ensured business continuity, and its scalability supported seamless operations. Looking ahead, Arma Group plans to explore data warehousing, analytics solutions, and AI with Microsoft to further enhance their capabilities, aligning with their strategy to meet consumer demands and maintain competitiveness.
Jun 21, 2024
•1 minute read
Accelerated Transformation with cbs’ Rise with Fast ValueTraditional ERP architectures are outdated in today's rapidly evolving environment, characterized by globalization, technological advancements, venture capital growth, the global pandemic, sustainability concerns, regulatory requirements, and workforce changes. Organizations must understand and transition to next-generation business process platforms like SAP and SAP S/4HANA. RISE with SAP facilitates this by offering necessary tools, guidance, and support. Partnering with cbs, organizations can undergo a flexible transformation into intelligent enterprises, leveraging cbs’ guided business transformation and RISE with Fast Value to ensure a swift, efficient, and low-risk transition. This approach integrates SAP S/4HANA Cloud with SAP Business Technology Platform solutions, providing end-to-end services from business case formation to implementation and support. cbs' Enterprise Transformer software reduces user effort, enhances data integrity, and ensures near-zero downtime, improving overall performance and decision-making without significant additional costs. cbs also offers thorough process analysis and tailored recommendations, supporting a smooth migration and consistent success with a global design approach and experienced consulting team.
Jun 20, 2024
•1 minute read
Luminous Power Technologies Accelerates Innovation with RISE with SAP on Microsoft AzureLuminous Power Technologies, a global leader in power backup, home electrical, and solar products, embarked on a transformative digital journey to support its growth and innovation. Central to this effort was the implementation of RISE with SAP on Microsoft Azure, aligning with Luminous' "4C digital strategy" (Connected People, Products, Processes, and Plants) to drive innovation across cloud and hybrid environments. By integrating SAP and Microsoft technologies under one service-level agreement, Luminous enhanced operational integration, security, compliance, and data insights. The migration of SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA on Azure, along with SAP BTP integration, facilitated groundbreaking solutions like SalesKUBE, a sales bot that streamlines workflows by sending real-time customer data to Teams. Additional bots improved production data visibility and HR tasks, boosting operational efficiency. This integration ensured stability, security, and compliance while enabling continuous innovation, allowing Luminous' IT teams to focus on strategic initiatives rather than maintenance.
Jun 19, 2024
•2 minute read
RISE with SAP, Transcend with PwCTo help companies maximise the business value of their SAP S/4HANA Cloud business transformation and set a direction for long term digital success, we bring business transformation and S/4HANA assets, industry and business function value frameworks, and a clear vision to supplement RISE with SAP.
Jun 3, 2024
•1 minute read
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