FAQ
SAP (Systems, Applications, and Products) is an enterprise software platform used to manage core business processes. By integrating and optimizing functions such as finance, HR, logistics, and manufacturing, SAP increases efficiency, reduces costs, and brings greater transparency to operations.
SAP solutions span a broad spectrum of business functions:
- ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning): Includes finance, human resources, manufacturing, procurement, and more.
- CRM (Customer Relationship Management): Includes customer management, sales, and marketing processes.
- SCM (Supply Chain Management): Includes logistics, sourcing, and inventory management processes.
- SRM (Supplier Relationship Management): Includes supplier management and purchasing processes.
- HR/HCM (Human Capital Management): Includes recruitment, payroll, training, and performance evaluation processes.
SAP ERP is SAP's enterprise-resource-planning software. It unifies financial and operational processes, automates workflows, preserves data integrity, and accelerates decision-making across the organization.
SAP Cloud solutions are SAP's enterprise applications delivered in the cloud. They let companies run scalable, flexible business processes without heavy infrastructure investments. The flagship cloud offering is SAP S/4HANA Cloud.
SAP HANA is an in-memory database platform that processes and analyzes large volumes of data at high speed. Its real-time analytics capabilities support instant reporting and faster decision-making.
SAP S/4HANA is SAP's next-generation ERP suite, built on SAP HANA. Designed to accelerate digital transformation, it offers real-time analytics, streamlined processes, and flexible cloud deployment options.
- Increased Efficiency: Automates and integrates business processes to boost productivity.
- Better Decision-Making: Provides real-time data access for more informed business decisions.
- Cost Savings: Optimises processes to reduce operational expenses.
- Compliance & Transparency: Helps organisations meet regulatory requirements and industry standards while maintaining clear, auditable processes.
Yes. SAP provides SAP Business One and SAP Business ByDesign, both tailored to the needs and budgets of small and mid-sized enterprises and easily customizable to fit specific requirements.
Implementation time and cost depend on company size, process complexity, and the chosen SAP solution. Small projects can finish in a few months, while large-scale deployments may take 12 months or more. Costs vary accordingly.
SAP offers extensive training and support. Platforms such as SAP Learning Hub deliver online courses, certifications, and expert guidance. SAP's customer support services also help organizations maximize the value of their software.