What are the broad Business Processes?

ProcurementProductionHRFinanceControllingSalesServices

Challenges they face/ their SuccessFactors:

While all business processes face the challenge of enabling stakeholders and end-users to integrate AI into their daily transactions, which will help them driving efficiency, improving decision-making, and unlocking valuable insights, here are some of the precise challenges they will face in their areas, which are their key SuccessFactors:

Procurement:

Strategic sourcing and successful stakeholder managementReliable and sustainable suppliersProcess efficiency

Production

Availability of materials and resourcesEfficient production processesActual production costs close to planned costs

HR

Strategic alignment and workforce planningAttraction and retention of talentsSuccessful performance management

Finance

Precise insights in financial transactions in timeCredit-worthiness and payment behavior of business partnersCompliance and risk management

Controlling

Effective planning and budgetingAccurate and timely dataAdequate control systems

Sales

Effective integration with the supply chainCustomer satisfactionGenerating revenue and maintaining profitability

Services

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SAP Solutions for Business Process Management

The diagram below offers a comprehensive summary of the main business modules (or processes), their SAP process names, the relevant line of business applications, and the complementary SAP cloud ERP solutions. It clearly maps how Finance, HR, Sales, Services, Production, and Procurement are organized and managed within the SAP ecosystem, linking core business needs directly to SAP’s modular application stack.

While we are at it, let’s talk briefly about SAP Business Suite:

What is SAP Business Suite?

The name Business Suite actually dates back to on-premise times. Under this label, SAP used to combine a software bundle consisting of SAP ECC (SAP ERP Central Component), SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management), SAP SRM (Supplier Relationship Management), SAP SCM (Supply Chain Management) and SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management).

SAP Business Suite is a modern tool that helps companies manage everything in one place. It uses AI and real-time data to make smarter decisions. Delivered as cloud-based software (SaaS), it brings together AI, data, and business applications so companies can work more efficiently and stay connected.

How you can adopt?

Customers can choose two ways to start using SAP Business Suite, depending on what they need.

If they already use SAP systems in their own buildings (on-premises), they can switch to the new SAP Business Suite using RISE with SAP, which provides helpful tools and support.If they’re new to SAP, they can use GROW with SAP to quickly set up and start using SAP Business Suite. This way is fast and easy to scale as their business grows.

 A quick detour on

What is, “RISE with SAP”, and what is, “GROW with SAP”?

RISE with SAP

Designed for existing SAP customers moving from on-premises systems to a new cloud-based SAP Business Suite.Delivers special tools, expert guidance, and step-by-step support for migration.Best suited for:Clients wanting to preserve current SAP investments while transitioning to the cloud (private cloud focus).Large or upper-mid-market companies with complex processes needing full ERP capabilities.Regulated industries that require private cloud environments.

GROW with SAP

Created for new SAP customers starting fresh with SAP Business Suite in the cloud.Enables quick setup using SAP best practices, with scalable and flexible options.Best suited for:New implementations (Greenfield projects) with a public cloud focus.Small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) needing rapid, standardized deployment with specialized add-ons.Clients seeking lower total cost of ownership (TCO) and minimal customization.

In summary

RISE with SAP is for existing SAP customers who want to move their complex, on-premises systems to a private cloud, with expert support and tools, which is ideal for large companies and regulated industries.GROW with SAP is for new SAP customers or SMEs wanting a fast, standardized set-up in the public cloud, with simple deployment and industry best practices.

Now, going back to our Business Process, which shows  end-to-end processes Lead to Cash, Source to Pay, Design to Operate, Recruit to Retire and their main integration points. 

​ What are the broad Business Processes?ProcurementProductionHRFinanceControllingSalesServicesChallenges they face/ their SuccessFactors:While all business processes face the challenge of enabling stakeholders and end-users to integrate AI into their daily transactions, which will help them driving efficiency, improving decision-making, and unlocking valuable insights, here are some of the precise challenges they will face in their areas, which are their key SuccessFactors:Procurement:Strategic sourcing and successful stakeholder managementReliable and sustainable suppliersProcess efficiencyProductionAvailability of materials and resourcesEfficient production processesActual production costs close to planned costsHRStrategic alignment and workforce planningAttraction and retention of talentsSuccessful performance managementFinancePrecise insights in financial transactions in timeCredit-worthiness and payment behavior of business partnersCompliance and risk managementControllingEffective planning and budgetingAccurate and timely dataAdequate control systemsSalesEffective integration with the supply chainCustomer satisfactionGenerating revenue and maintaining profitabilityServicesFast reaction times and availability of skilled spare parts within 24 hoursEffective planning of service costs and schedulingUse Internet of Things (IoT) for premium bikesSAP Solutions for Business Process ManagementThe diagram below offers a comprehensive summary of the main business modules (or processes), their SAP process names, the relevant line of business applications, and the complementary SAP cloud ERP solutions. It clearly maps how Finance, HR, Sales, Services, Production, and Procurement are organized and managed within the SAP ecosystem, linking core business needs directly to SAP’s modular application stack. While we are at it, let’s talk briefly about SAP Business Suite:What is SAP Business Suite?The name Business Suite actually dates back to on-premise times. Under this label, SAP used to combine a software bundle consisting of SAP ECC (SAP ERP Central Component), SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management), SAP SRM (Supplier Relationship Management), SAP SCM (Supply Chain Management) and SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management).SAP Business Suite is a modern tool that helps companies manage everything in one place. It uses AI and real-time data to make smarter decisions. Delivered as cloud-based software (SaaS), it brings together AI, data, and business applications so companies can work more efficiently and stay connected. How you can adopt?Customers can choose two ways to start using SAP Business Suite, depending on what they need.If they already use SAP systems in their own buildings (on-premises), they can switch to the new SAP Business Suite using RISE with SAP, which provides helpful tools and support.If they’re new to SAP, they can use GROW with SAP to quickly set up and start using SAP Business Suite. This way is fast and easy to scale as their business grows. A quick detour onWhat is, “RISE with SAP”, and what is, “GROW with SAP”?RISE with SAPDesigned for existing SAP customers moving from on-premises systems to a new cloud-based SAP Business Suite.Delivers special tools, expert guidance, and step-by-step support for migration.Best suited for:Clients wanting to preserve current SAP investments while transitioning to the cloud (private cloud focus).Large or upper-mid-market companies with complex processes needing full ERP capabilities.Regulated industries that require private cloud environments.GROW with SAPCreated for new SAP customers starting fresh with SAP Business Suite in the cloud.Enables quick setup using SAP best practices, with scalable and flexible options.Best suited for:New implementations (Greenfield projects) with a public cloud focus.Small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) needing rapid, standardized deployment with specialized add-ons.Clients seeking lower total cost of ownership (TCO) and minimal customization.In summaryRISE with SAP is for existing SAP customers who want to move their complex, on-premises systems to a private cloud, with expert support and tools, which is ideal for large companies and regulated industries.GROW with SAP is for new SAP customers or SMEs wanting a fast, standardized set-up in the public cloud, with simple deployment and industry best practices.Now, going back to our Business Process, which shows  end-to-end processes Lead to Cash, Source to Pay, Design to Operate, Recruit to Retire and their main integration points.     Read More Technology Blog Posts by Members articles 

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