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S/4HANA Cloud Strategy

Delivering a smooth transition to S/4HANA cloud

 

With mainstream support for ECC ending in 2027, every SAP user not already on S/4HANA will eventually have to make the move. While you can deploy S/4HANA on-premise, in line with SAP’s roadmap lots of organisations are opting for a cloud deployment. This then leads onto the choice between S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition and S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition.

With consultants certified in both public and private cloud, we are well versed in the key features and benefits of each solution, backed by many years’ experience in delivering successful transformations, and can help you determine the best cloud strategy for your needs.

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A robust, efficient out-of-the-box solution

S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition

Out-of-the-box  

SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition is designed for rapid deployment and high efficiency, with pre-configured best practices. It offers a low total cost of ownership through flexible subscriptions and shared costs. However, sharing an environment with other users may not be ideal for highly regulated industries. 

 

 

Managed Infrastructure 

SAP handles your IT infrastructure, allowing your team to instead focus on strategic tasks. The platform benefits from regular scheduled upgrades and new releases, ensuring continuous innovation. This, however, also means that maintenance and upgrade downtimes are pre-determined and can’t be changed. 

 

 

Clean Core  

SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition is built on the clean core principle which offers many benefits. However, some of your existing processes may need to change in order to align with SAP best practice. Otherwise, enhancements will need to be made via the Business Technology Platform (BTP).

 

 

 

A Connected Solution

SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition provides real-time data and analytics for better coordination across teams and integrates with SAP’s suite of products, including IBP and Digital Manufacturing Cloud. Leveraging AI functionalities further enhances the user experience and optimises operations. 

 

 

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SAP Digital Discovery Assessment (DDA)

The Digital Discovery Assessment (DDA) is a free evaluation tool from SAP that will help you understand the benefits and impacts of adopting SAP S/4HANA. It’s a comprehensive assessment that offers a detailed analysis of your current IT landscape, business processes and specific needs. It’s an essential step in your digital transformation journey, providing you with a clear roadmap for a successful move to S/4HANA cloud. 

We can help you prepare for the DDA, complete the assessment stages, evaluate the DDA’s outcomes and work with you to plan your next steps. 

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Customisation, control and security

S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

Customisation and Control  

SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition offers extensive customisation options and complete control over your infrastructure, making it ideal for businesses with specific or complex processes and regulatory needs. 

 

 

Dedicated Platform

S/4HANA Cloud Private cloud offers a single tenancy environment, meaning you have control over your cloud provider and data center location, which enhances security and compliance with specific regulations. 

 

 

Updates and Security  

You have control over when updates occur, ensuring minimal disruption to your operations. Private cloud also includes advanced security measures to meet stringent regulatory requirements.

 

 

 

Resource and Cost 

Private cloud has a higher total cost of ownership (TCO) due to customisations and infrastructure management. It also requires more IT resources and has a longer deployment time compared to the public cloud. 

 

 

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Enablement packages from SAP

GROW and RISE with SAP

GROW and RISE with SAP are designed to support you on your journey to the cloud. Both cater to different needs and contexts, so it’s important to know what distinguishes them.

GROW with SAP

  • Designed for start-ups, scaleups and mature businesses new to SAP.
  • Suitable for those who want to leverage out of the box industry best practice, continuous improvement and fast time to value.
  • Supports a greenfield implementation scenario.

RISE with SAP

  • Aimed towards existing SAP customers on their journey to cloud.
  • Packaged with solutions that help customers transition existing processes to industry best practice in either public or private cloud.
  • Supports both greenfield and brownfield implementation scenarios.

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