How to get off with a flying Start with SAP S/4HANA Cloud, Public Edition

Get Off to a Flying Start with SAP S/4HANA Cloud, Public Edition

In the rapidly evolving world of business technology, the ability to adapt quickly and flexibly to changing market conditions is crucial. SAP S/4HANA Cloud, Public Edition, is designed to enable organizations to benefit from advanced business software with an accelerated start. Here’s how this ERP solution can help companies transition swiftly to SAP SaaS ERP or expand further within this SaaS environment.

Start with a Basic Configuration

SAP S/4HANA Cloud, Public Edition allows companies to set up a basic configuration within just three months. This rapid implementation enables businesses to start utilizing the solution immediately.

Why is this important? The faster an organization begins using the solution, the better it understands its concepts and capabilities. This understanding lays the groundwork for further expansion to the required functionality. The full real-time integration and built-in analysis and reporting capabilities provide new insights that are crucial for growth.

Add Functionality Seamlessly

A significant advantage of SAP S/4HANA Cloud, Public Edition is the ability to add functionality without embarking on complex projects or system shutdowns. This flexibility makes it the ideal solution for determining at your own pace what additional functionalities you need.

During implementation, we often use "Sprints" with Fit-to-Standard workshops to configure, test, and accept specific scopes. This step-by-step approach helps employees understand the new solution, including interactions between different departments such as sales, administration, and production.

Three Predefined ERP Variants

To meet diverse business needs, SAP S/4HANA Cloud offers three predefined packages or ERP variants:

Administrative ERP: Known as Finance Led ERP, this variant focuses on streamlining and improving financial processes.

Operational ERP: This variant comprises two approaches:

• Product-oriented: Designed for manufacturing companies, this variant supports manufacturing processes to increase efficiency.
• Service-oriented: Aimed at service-, project-, and subscription-oriented companies, this variant supports managing complex service-oriented activities.

These ERP variants are not rigid. You can customize and combine them according to your specific needs and business model. For instance, you can integrate production, sales, and service sharing in line with new trends where items are deployed through a service rather than sold.

Enhance with Additional Solutions

SAP S/4HANA Cloud, Public Edition also allows for enhancements with SAP Industry Cloud solutions, SAP BTP, or SAP ECO Solutions. This provides numerous possibilities for obtaining additional functionalities based on best-of-breed solutions.

Experience a New World of Business Agility and Efficiency

SAP S/4HANA Cloud, Public Edition opens the doors to new levels of business agility and efficiency. With its rapid implementation, gradual expansion options, and multiple variants, it offers a comprehensive solution for organizations looking to respond quickly to market developments and new opportunities.

Interested in a Demo?

If you would like more insight into the structure and possibilities of the ERP variants within SAP S/4HANA Cloud, Public Edition, please contact us for a demo.

Marina Hommersom
Senior Manager, Scheer Netherlands