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SAP Human Capital Management

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SAP Human Capital Management began as an on-premise SAP ERP module, but with the acquisition of SAP SuccessFactors in 2013, the SAP Human Capital Management strategy shifted to the cloud.  SAP SuccessFactors is now the primary SAP Human Capital Management offering, with products covering core HR, payroll, and talent management.

SAP Human Capital Management solutions

A wide range of solutions are available for SAP Human Capital Management.

  • SAP ERP HCM is the traditional on-premise core HR offering that is still the SAP Human Capital Management solution in use for thousands of SAP customers. deliver exceptional end-to-end student experience ranging from courses, grades, research, billing, scholarships, etc.
  • SAP Payroll is also an on-premise tool, but its functionality is now available in the cloud with SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll.
  • SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central is SAP’s core HR system of record solution.
  • SAP Human Experience Management (HXM) is SAP’s rebranding of SAP Human Capital Management that focuses on employee-centric HR and includes employee experience management tools.
  • SAP SuccessFactors Talent Management is a true expansion of capabilities beyond what SAP Human Capital Management on-premise offerings could accomplish. The Talent Management suite includes offerings such as Recruiting, Onboarding, Performance Management, Learning, Succession and Development, and the Opportunity Marketplace.
  • SAP SuccessFactors Workforce Planning and People Analytics offers HR-focused data capabilities for headcount and workforce planning and diving deep into workforce-related trends.

SAP Human Capital Management began as an on-premise SAP ERP module, but with the acquisition of SAP SuccessFactors in 2013, the SAP Human Capital Management strategy shifted to the cloud.  SAP SuccessFactors is now the primary SAP Human Capital Management offering, with products covering core HR, payroll, and talent management.

SAP Human Capital Management solutions

A wide range of solutions are available for SAP Human Capital Management.

  • SAP ERP HCM is the traditional on-premise core HR offering that is still the SAP Human Capital Management solution in use for thousands of SAP customers. deliver exceptional end-to-end student experience ranging from courses, grades, research, billing, scholarships, etc.
  • SAP Payroll is also an on-premise tool, but its functionality is now available in the cloud with SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll.
  • SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central is SAP’s core HR system of record solution.
  • SAP Human Experience Management (HXM) is SAP’s rebranding of SAP Human Capital Management that focuses on employee-centric HR and includes employee experience management tools.
  • SAP SuccessFactors Talent Management is a true expansion of capabilities beyond what SAP Human Capital Management on-premise offerings could accomplish. The Talent Management suite includes offerings such as Recruiting, Onboarding, Performance Management, Learning, Succession and Development, and the Opportunity Marketplace.
  • SAP SuccessFactors Workforce Planning and People Analytics offers HR-focused data capabilities for headcount and workforce planning and diving deep into workforce-related trends.

Many SAP customers adopt a hybrid SAP Human Capital Management approach, maintain SAP ERP HCM on-premise with SAP SuccessFactors Talent Management tools in the cloud. SAP has set an end of mainstream maintenance of 2027 for SAP ERP HCM, but is offering SAP S/4HANA sidecar options for customers to extend their on-premise capabilities until 2030.

Key Considerations for SAPinsiders:

SAPinsiders are finding success with SAP Human Capital Management with SAP and its partners.

  • Webinar: Skills are key to unlocking the employee lifecycle. Watch this on-demand webinar from Eightfold to discover specific steps on taking a skills-oriented approach at every point in the employee lifecycle.
    • Boosting productivity gains through better employee experience. Read this analyst insight based on SAPinsider research to discover how organizations are achieving better employee productivity with an employee experience-focused approach.
    • How SAP SuccessFactors brings the X-Factor to SAP Human Capital Management. Read this interview with Amy Wilson, SVP of Products and Design at SAP SuccessFactors to learn more about SAP’s transition from HCM to HXM.

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How Smarter Document Management Drives HR TransformationOct 10, 2025  —  The HR document hunt underscores the need for efficient employee record management and compliance, which can be transformed through Employee Document Management (EDM) systems like SAP SuccessFactors Document Management Core by OpenText, enhancing HR's strategic role while improving employee experiences through automation and self-service access.
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Revolutionizing Workforce Management: How AI in SAP Fieldglass is Changing the GameJun 11, 2024  —  In the dynamic world of contingent workforce management, the challenge of efficiently sourcing and managing temporary and contract labor has always been complex. With the advent of AI technologies, SAP Fieldglass is pioneering a revolution in how these challenges are addressed. This article delves into the transformative role AI plays within SAP Fieldglass, enhancing everything from hiring processes to project management. Intelligent Resume Analysis, AI-Assisted Job Description Creation, and AI-Enhanced Statements of Work are just a few examples of how AI integration is making substantial improvements in operational efficiency, candidate quality, and compliance adherence. Moreover, the article explores how these innovations not only streamline current operations but also provide strategic advantages for future workforce planning. Through the lens of SAP Fieldglass, we witness a future where AI empowers businesses to outpace competitors and align more closely with evolving market demands, setting new standards in workforce management technology.
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Town Hall: Responding to a Crisis with Innovation – An Evolution in Workforce Management and WellbeingJul 22, 2022  —  The recent healthcare crisis has placed significant stress on the Healthcare Provider Workforce, and amplified issues that have been present and increasing for over 15 years.
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HR transformation priorities
Accommodating a Growing Global Workforce with AspireHRJun 7, 2024  —  To keep pace in a rapidly changing business environment, companies need to be able to find and attract top talent. Yet even when good candidates are found and agree to terms, many companies struggle to onboard these workers efficiently. This problem is only compounded by the rise of global workforces and remote employment options. Many businesses still have to rely on outdated onboarding modules to try to get their new hires up to speed. SAP organizations are increasingly turning to trusted partners like AspireHR to improve their onboarding practices by implementing the latest version SAP SuccessFactors. AspireHR has more than 20 years of experience supporting companies and helping them achieve their HCM goals.
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Qualtrics and SAP Partner to Redefine Employee Experience ExcellenceJan 22, 2025  —  Qualtrics and SAP have partnered to enhance employee experiences by integrating Qualtrics XM with SAP SuccessFactors, utilizing AI-driven insights and streamlined feedback processes to boost engagement, retention, and productivity in organizations.
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SAP NFe – Nota Fiscal Process Overview for Physical GoodsMar 19, 2012  —  The Brazil tax authority, also known as SEFAZ, imposes a defined electronic standard format that all companies must adhere to closely. This “Nota Fiscal Eletronica” (NF-e) format is officially recognized as the sole and only invoice document of record for tax compliance purposes. Basic Requirements Real time integration with Brazilian Tax Authority (SEFAZ) Invoices must […]
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Skills Are the Key to Unlocking the Employee LifecycleJun 22, 2022  —  As a human resources leader, you’re working harder than ever, but still facing obstacles. You’ve been able to find people, but not necessarily the right people. Your employees have expressed feelings of cultural isolation based on physical and/or organizational location. You’ve seen people quit who were excellent candidates for internal openings. The challenge is clear. […]
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Understanding the Importance of HR Managed ServicesMar 31, 2025  —  HR Managed Services enable organizations to optimize their HR functions and reduce operational costs by outsourcing HR technology and processes to specialized providers, enhancing efficiency, compliance, and scalability.
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SAP and SuccessFactors – An OverviewNov 7, 2014  —  In this exclusive in-depth report, learn about SuccessFactors and what the acquisition means for SAP ERP HCM and your business. Get a detailed, comprehensive overview of SuccessFactors, SAP’s strategy, the future of SAP ERP HCM, and how the acquisition of SuccessFactors affects your business. It aims to dispel any myths or confusion around SuccessFactors and […]
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Why CFOs Must Guide Alignment Between Digital Transformation and Financial StewardshipApr 23, 2025  —  CFOs must play a key leadership role in digital transformation initiatives as companies ramp up technology investments. Read on to discover some important considerations.
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