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Implementation of SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA systems

SAP ECC (ERP Central Component) 

Traditional SAP ERP system that integrates key processes such as finance, logistics, sales, and human resources.

ADVANTAGES:
  • Functional maturity and stability.
  • Large support community.
  • Flexibility for customizations.
LIMITATIONS:
  • More complex and less agile architecture.
  • SAP will stop providing support in 2027.

SAP S/4HANA 

It is the evolution of SAP ECC, with a simplified architecture based on the SAP HANA in-memory database.

TYPICAL IMPLEMENTATION:
  • SAP Activate agile methodology.
  • Implementation options: Greenfield (from scratch), Brownfield (conversion), or Hybrid.
  • Native integration with modern technologies (Fiori, AI, RPA).
  • Data migration and simplification of structures (e.g., ACDOCA universal journal).
ADVANTAGES:
  • Real-time processing.
  • Improved user experience.
  • Reduction of technical complexity.
  • Greater alignment with the cloud and digital business models.
CONSIDERATIONS:
  • Requires strategic planning and change management.
  • Compatible only with SAP HANA database.
WHAT DOES IT INCLUDE?
  • Planning
  • Process blueprinting
  • Master and transactional data migration
  • Functional configuration
  • Development and testing
  • Go-live and post-launch support
KEY BENEFITS
  • Speed (in-memory with HANA)
  • Simplified processes
  • More user-friendly Fiori interface
  • Real-time analytics
  • Lower overall TCO compared to traditional systems
COMPARATIVE TABLE OF ASPECTS BETWEEN BOTH VERSIONS