Key Takeaways What you need to know
  1. Organizations using SAP ERP HCM must prepare for the end of mainstream maintenance in 2027 and evaluate modernization options such as SAP H4S4, SAP SuccessFactors, or hybrid HR architectures.

  2. SAP SuccessFactors, SAP Business Data Cloud, SAP Analytics Cloud, and SAP Joule enable AI-driven workforce analytics, planning, and decision-making through integrated cloud-based HR processes.

  3. A core-hybrid HR strategy combining SAP H4S4 with cloud solutions like SuccessFactors provides flexibility, scalability, and a practical path toward long-term digital transformation.

Does your company use SAP Human Capital Management (HCM)? Then it’s time to think about the future of your human resources (HR) processes. The days of maintenance for the SAP HR management system are numbered: SAP’s maintenance commitment for the classic SAP ERP HCM system ends on December 31, 2027. If you keep everything the same, you risk rising costs and higher maintenance and support fees. Additionally, SAP’s cloud-only strategy and the associated license changes leave many SAP user companies questioning the future of their HR solutions.

Affected SAP customers are under pressure to quickly implement current HR solutions from SAP. However, this transition should also be seen as an opportunity. Why not take this chance to evaluate and modernize your HR processes as part of an HR project? Consider the benefits of cloud services that offer more flexibility and scalability than traditional on-premise solutions.

These are important considerations, especially against the backdrop of other significant challenges such as generational change, the shortage of skilled workers, and new work paradigms that are pushing HR departments worldwide to their limits.

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HOW HR AND IT DECISION-MAKERS CAN MAKE YOUR COMPANY MORE INNOVATIVE

One thing is clear: new requirements in the personnelarea can be managed more easily, quickly, and cost-effec-tively with the help of digital solutions. To guarantee fu-ture-proof HR processes, SAP customers must now address important strategic and technological questions that are relevant to their company. HR and IT decision-ma-kers need to keep technologies such as cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) in mind. These technologies enable the establishment of more efficient processes and foster innovation in human resources.

With a comprehensive end-to-end SAP portfolio, T-Systems is available as a reliable partner. We support the digital transformation of your human resources with Value Consulting, SAP Application Management & Modernization, as well as extensive SAP HCM and SuccessFactors project experience. Our experts help you make your HR processes more efficient. Additionally, we bring years of experience in hosting, data center opera-tions, and cloud computing.