RISE with SAP Value Stories

Why SAP?

This flipbook has one-page excerpts of the RISE with SAP value stories published in 2022-2024. These stories highlight the tangible financial and operational benefits realized by customers since going live with SAP solutions.

The detailed stories are available on sap.com.

Last Updated: December 24

Strategic Initiatives and Value Stories

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Index

04 Stories by Industry

06 SAP Value Stories

11 Solutions, Outcomes, and Challenges

13 Other Value Story Books

Stories by Industry.

Consumer Industries

Services Industries

Discrete Industries

Agribusiness

Automotive

Engineering Construction and Operations

Consumer Products

Professional Services

High Tech

Life Sciences

Industrial Manufacturing

Retail

Finance

Energy & Natural Resources

Wholesale Distribution

Banking

Chemicals

Mill Products

Oil & Gas

Utilities

Agribusiness

Why SAP?

Camposol

• Security offered by RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, which is included with the administration of its own suggested security layers • Automated monitoring and control without relying on third parties for administration thanks to SAP-managed incident management • User licensing optimization with full-use equivalent, which allows for more flexible management of users and roles in the system

Agribusiness | LA RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition & Business Technology Platform

Achieving digital transformation and global expansion in the cloud

15% Reduction in total cost of ownership

16% IT operating expense savings

Camposol S.A. is a Peruvian multinational agro-exporter company that seeks to provide the families of the world with fresh, nutrient-rich food. It is dedicated to the harvesting, processing, and marketing of agricultural products such as avocados, blueberries, grapes, mangoes, and mandarins. Due to its sustainable and socially responsible model, the company has high standards for quality, traceability, and delivery time. Camposol already operates in Peru, Colombia, Uruguay, Mexico, and Chile, producing foods that reach more than 37 countries in the Americas, Asia, and Europe. However, the company’s plans for continued expansion required a more stable and scalable cloud infrastructure.

100% Availability of applications and services

Faster Time to launch new initiative

Challenges

• Innovation constraints • Lack of collaboration & capability to scale

“RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud, private edition gives us the security, automation, and flexibility we need to move quickly and not disrupt existing operations.”

Outcomes

VP IT, Camposol S.A -Juan Manuel Guell

• Reduced Costs • Improved sustainability and innovation

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KWS

• SAP S/4HANA® Cloud Private Edition to provide ERP in the cloud that integrates with other SAP solutions and support KWS transform into an intelligent enterprise • Services and support from SAP as part of RISE with SAP to support and safeguard implementation • Templated approach to implementation for all lines of business, including finance, controlling, purchasing, production, seed sales, and seed orders

Agribusiness | Germany RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

87 subsidiaries and associated companies to migrate

1 foundation for core business processes in the cloud

9 workstreams dedicated to the standardization and harmonization of core processes

Sowing seeds for success and a cloud-first future Crops grown from seeds produced by KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA feed people around the world. To continue meeting the world’s growing need for seeds, KWS turned to the RISE with SAP solution. RISE with SAP helps KWS enhance and better manage business processes spanning seed development through delivery.

Challenges

“With SAP S/4HANA Cloud, private edition as the foundation for our transformation, we see high potential for changing the way we make business decisions by leveraging data from drones, sensors, and algorithms.”

• Complex system landscape & integration. No Single source of truth • Slower Time to market new products & services • Lack of collaboration & capability to scale

CIO, KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA -Jens Hittmeyer

Outcomes

• Improved sustainability and innovation • Optimized operations, inventory and supply chain management • Reduced Time To Market

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Modern Farming

• RISE with SAP S/4HANA® Cloud Private Edition, customer data center option, which integrates supplier relationship management for international trade monitoring • Data center security features that protect data sovereignty while also simplifying IT and enabling a greater focus on business development • SAP® Enterprise Support services, which help ensure smooth implementation, including regular system inspections for stability in multiple business scenario

Agribusiness | China

RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

China's Modern Farming (Group) Co. Ltd., has become a leading domestic supplier with 50+ ranches. It excels in premium raw milk and dairy products, expanding into forage cultivation and livestock supplies. A vital Mengniu Group supplier, the company faces challenges like market volatility and reliance on imported forage. Recognizing the need for digitalization, it is transitioning to a smart farming model to ensure sustained global competitiveness and operational optimization.

15% Increase in efficiency of reconciliation

15% Improvement in efficiency of warehouse management

50% Reduction in the time required for monthly closing

Challenges

• Lack of standardization & automation • Complex system landscape & integration. No Single source of truth • Poor inventory planning & accuracy

“To move from experience -based to digital farming, you must integrate all business data within the group. With cloud ERP solutions, Modern Farming has achieved interconnectivity across our indu trial chain, giving us the 360-degree, multidimensional view of our data we need to lead in global husbandry innovation.”

Outcomes

• Improved sustainability and innovation • Optimized operations, inventory and supply chain management • Improved finance operations

CIO, Modern Farming (Group) Co. Ltd. -Zhao Zhicheng

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OuroFino Quimica

• Significant references and benchmarking of SAP solutions in the agribusiness industry • Proven reliability and robust next-generation functionality offered by RISE with SAP S/4HANA® Cloud Private Edition and SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP) • Faster process transformation using a brownfield migration approach, minimizing business disruption

Agribusiness | Brazil RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition & Business Technology Platform

~90%

10x Reduction in effort for large customizations Zero Hours of unplanned downtime achieved

9-fold

Reduction in batch processing time

Reduction in report processing time

Ouro Fino Quimica S.A. and its sister company, Ouro Fino Saúde Animal Participações S.A., are revolutionizing Brazilian agriculture and animal health. Facing governance and compliance challenges with a shared ERP application, Ouro Fino Quimica opted for a cloud-based technology foundation to enhance efficiency and address data privacy laws. This strategic move aims to unlock growth potential, ensuring tailored solutions for both businesses in their pursuit of innovation and sustainable development.

8 months To complete the migration and create separate systems

Challenges

“Thanks to RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud, private edition, our two Ouro Fino companies are now operating separately on a future- ready technology foundation with all historical data from our legacy environment in place.”

• Lack of standardization & automation • Complex system landscape & integration. No Single source of truth • Lack of system support for strategic initiatives

CIO, Ouro Fino Quimica S.A. and Ouro Saúde Animal Participações S.A. - Bruno Maniglia

Outcomes

• Improved sustainability and innovation • Manage governance, risk and compliance • Improved decision-making

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Automotive

Why SAP?

B – ON

• SAP’s deep industry solution expertise and automotive industry best practices on a modern and flexible cloud-based architecture supported by SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition • Combination of SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition and the SAP Vehicle Management for Automotive package to integrate systems, automate processes, and unify data in line with industry best practices • Standardized solution deployed in the cloud, offering a low total cost of ownership

Automotive | Luxembourg RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

B – ON, dedicated to eco-friendly last-mile transportation, rapidly transitions into a digital business. Offering comprehensive services, from finance and insurance to vehicle telematics, B – ON acquired StreetScooter from Deutsche Post DHL Group. Inheriting manual processes, it aimed to streamline operations globally. The company's move towards digital transformation ensures cost-effective, centralized solutions, aligning with its vision of a scalable, digitally native future “We were able to transition into our new ERP and CRM platform within an implementation time frame of only four months. This would have been impossible to achieve without the strong foundation of well-integrated services and built-in, automotive OEM –specific business functionalities from SAP.”

200% Increase in production capacity

100% Financial visibility across subsidiary operations

Zero Lost vehicle production from implementation issues

100% Synchronized financial close processes across 11 legal entities

Challenges

• Low employee productivity & customer experience/ satisfaction • Lack of standardization & automation • Complex system landscape & integration. No Single source of truth

Chief Information Officer, B – ON -Michael Giske

Outcomes

• Improved employee productivity and customer experience/ satisfaction • Expand business networks and collaborations • Improved finance operations

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Electra Meccanica

• RISE with SAP S/4HANA® Cloud Private Edition, offering the best fit for the company’s considerable needs and aligning with its cloud-first and asset-light business ethos • Embedded best practices and business processes offered by SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, as well as inherent intelligent technologies such as AI, machine learning, and robotic process automation

Automotive | Canada RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

100% of vehicles managed throughout their lifecycle

100% of purchases and payments moved from informal systems

ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp., a leading electric vehicle manufacturer, accelerates growth and efficiency by embracing advanced ERP in the cloud. Prioritizing comprehensive functionality for procurement, production, sales, finance, and project management, the company for its digital backbone chose RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud, private edition. This strategic investment aligns seamlessly with ElectraMeccanica's asset-light ethos, positioning them for rapid expansion in the dynamic landscape of electric vehicle technology

4x faster quarter-end close

Challenges

• Lack of standardization & automation • Lack of collaboration & capability to scale • High operating & maintenance costs

“One of our major business objectives is to remain asset light. Leveraging SAP S/4HANA Cloud, private edition supports this goal and means we’ve offloaded maintenance work, allowing our team to bring more value to the business.”

Outcomes

• Optimized operations, inventory and supply chain management • Improved sustainability and innovation • Improved employee productivity and customer experience/ satisfaction

Director of Information Services, ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp -Jim Gwynn

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LGMG

• Tight integration between SAP Commerce Cloud and SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition solutions, enabling faster order processing • Rise with S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, promoting best practices in industrial manufacturing • Potential for high customization and configurability, complementing LGMG's rapid growth • SAP Services and Support, fostering unified business process, standardized data, and a professional technical team at LGMG

Automotive | China RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition | CRM and Customer Experience

25% Faster order processing

20% Faster shipment approval cycle

Reshaping global e-commerce operations with cloud ERP

Established in 2012, Lingong Heavy Machinery Co. Ltd. (LGMG) specializes in aerial work platforms and mining equipment. A recipient of awards such as “Top 50 Global Construction Machinery Manufacturers” and “Top 10 Chinese Construction Machinery Manufacturers,” the company achieved a significant milestone in 2022. That year, both industrial output and operating revenue surpassed ¥10 billion (US$1.4 billion) for the first time. In anticipation of continued growth, LGMG aims to reach ¥30 billion in industrial output by 2025, with 50% of revenue coming from exports. “LGMG aims to be an international industry leader with a focus on efficiency, technology, and service. Following our 2025 strategic plan and ‘1288 blueprint,’ the next three years will emphasize overseas market growth using SAP’s industry - leading practices to accelerate globalization.”

Challenges

• Complex system landscape & Integration. No single source of truth • Lack of standardization and automation • Lack of visibility of business process; 360* view of customers

Outcomes

• Improved finance operations • Increased revenue growth • Optimized operations; inventory and supply chain management

IT Director, Lingong Heavy Machinery Co. Ltd. - Tong Wei

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Banking

Why SAP?

AstroBank

• RISE with SAP S/4HANA® Cloud Private Edition, enabling standard capabilities that meet industry requirements and support best practices and integrated processes and automation • Existing user of SAP® SuccessFactors® solutions for use in human experience management • Ability to increase innovation and enhance security support • AMS, facilitating a solution that helps simplify processes as planned through expert consulting services

Banking | Cyprus RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

AstroBank Public Company Limited aims for excellence across all of its offerings, from everyday banking and international banking. To achieve this, the bank constantly upgrades its services, promotes new products, explores new opportunities, and cultivates a culture of cooperation and mutual respect with clients. Technology is vital to these activities, and AstroBank wanted to build a tightly integrated, next-generation ERP landscape in the cloud. This would help it not only improve accounting processes and safeguard compliance but also support innovation.

~30% Reduction in the cost to manage financial operations 7 months To implement, from start to finish

>3,000% Reduction in financial closing time 30% Increase in productivity, and expected to rise to 50%

“We needed to shift our financial operations in order to improve productivity and speed, and RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud, private edition was the solution to work on.”

Challenges

• Innovation constraints • Low employee productivity & customer experience/ satisfaction • Complex system landscape & integration. No Single source of truth

Manager Accounting Unit, AstroBankPublic Company Limited - Angela Philippou

Outcomes

• Reduced Costs • Manage governance, risk and compliance • Improved employee productivity and customer experience/ satisfaction

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Commerz Real Banking | Germany RISE With SAP S/4HANA Private cloud Edition

• The move to the cloud with SAP and Microsoft Azure enables Commerz Real to rapidly develop and deploy applications , fostering a culture of innovation and agility.

• The standardized deployment of SAP solutions reduces business risks, allowing for uninterrupted failover tests and improved reliability of critical systems.

• By applying SAP Datasphere and SAP Analytics Cloud, the company aims to create a centralized data backbone , offering real-time insights and improving decision-making processes.

Creating a reliable, standardized ERP foundation with SAP

• The adoption of the SAP Business Technology Platform allows for faster app approvals and reduces the complexity of application development, empowering more team members to contribute creatively.

Commerz Real AG is an asset manager with €35 billion under management. With a focus on sustainability and renewable energy, the company wanted to maximize its own business efficiency. By combining the RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition solution, SAP Datasphere, and SAP Analytics Cloud, Commerz Real aims to generate new insights in real time.

25% Cost saving for mission-critical applications

>60% Faster analytics performance

>99% Faster approval of new app proposals within just 3 minutes

"To continue growing our business cost-effectively, we needed simple, scalable, and reliable processes that would enable digital innovation on all levels."

Challenges • Higher costs from longer system implementation time • Innovation constraints • Lack of standardization and automation

Head of Architecture & Data, Commerz Real AG Nils Krugmann

Outcomes

• Improved TCO (Total cost of ownership) • Reduced costs • Improved finance operations

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Chemicals

Why SAP?

Al Ghaith

• RISE with SAP S/4HANA® Cloud Private Edition to transition modular data to a single, cloud-based entry point, improving data retrieval and entry across branches • Cloud-based financial data modules, centralizing diverse data onto a single ERP for quicker access in the event of customer issues or audits • iLosung to minimize risk and loss of productivity during the transition to new software

Chemicals | UAE RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

10% Increase in production efficiency, catering to customer needs

25% Improved accounting and material management controls

Al Ghaith Industries LLC, a globally dispersed chemical manufacturer, aspires to be a premier name in Africa and the Middle East. Recognizing the need for strategic changes, the company aimed to enhance visibility, reduce costs, and optimize financial closing times. Given that its on-premise legacy systems were disconnected across its many plants, the company often struggled with in-house data centers that made logistics more difficult, which drove up costs and minimized overall productivity. Al Ghaith sought the expertise of trusted professionals to swiftly implement a cloud-based ERP, streamlining logistics and financial data retrieval for increased efficiency.

20% Reduction in cycle aging through timely collections

15% Improvement in product quality through parameters defined in processes

Challenges

• Low employee productivity & customer experience/ satisfaction • High exposure & cost associated with risk and compliance • Complex system landscape & integration. No Single source of truth

“We want to become one of the most well -known chemicals companies in our region. In order to maintain our current backing and impress new customers, we needed to reimagine our core business model.”

CEO, Al Ghaith Industries LLC - Al Mamoon Al Baadabi

Outcomes

• Optimized operations, inventory and supply chain management • Improved finance operation • Improved employee productivity and customer experience/ satisfaction

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Ballance

• Optimal transition path offered by the Cloud Success Services team, alleviating significant cost and the potential difficulty of internally managing the move from its on-premise deployment to RISE with SAP S/4HANA® Cloud and the SAP® Commerce Cloud solution • AWS’ proven history and reputation for managing cloud -based SAP software landscapes

Chemicals | New Zealand RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

20% Reduction in SAP technology landscape operating costs

70% Reduction in workload for managing hardware and resource upgrades for SAP

Ballance Agri-Nutrients Limited, a farmer-owned co-operative in New Zealand, embraces agriscience and technology to assist farmers in sustainable, productive, and profitable farming. To enhance customer experience and engagement, the company shifted focus from volume to value, aiming to aid farmers in informed decision-making. Through a multiyear cloud program, Ballance aims to improve productivity, digital agility, and speed to market, benefiting not only the company but also its ecosystem partners like fertilizer applicators and logistics providers.

10% Reduction in resourcing to support and maintain the SAP software environment

99.9% Availability of core SAP

environment on nonproduction

“The big benefit for us is having access to a dedicated team who look after the environment and the ability to expand the environment when we need it during large seasonal peaks, which we didn't have previously. Our teams can now be more focused on driving value rather than simply keeping the system running.”

Challenges

• Higher costs from longer system implementation time • Slower Time to market new products & services • Innovation constraints

Chief Digital Office, Ballance Agri-Nutrients Limited -David Healy

Outcomes

• Improved sustainability and innovation • Expand business networks and collaborations • Improved employee productivity and customer experience/satisfaction

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ESME

• Comprehensive features and functionality offered by RISE with SAP S/4HANA® Cloud Private Edition to meet the company’s immediate requirements and long -term business objectives • Rapid deployment capability using the RISE with SAP offering • Vital Wires’ proven experience deploying cloud solutions from SAP on time and within budget for cosmetics and personal care companies

Chemicals | India RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

>90% Accuracy achieved in tracking inventory costs

>3% Improvement in material spend savings

Established in 2019 through the acquisition of two Delhi-based consumer product firms, Esme Consumer Private Limited is devoted to fulfilling beauty aspirations for value-conscious consumers. Merging Blue Heaven and Nature’s Essence brands, Esme produces affordable, high-quality cosmetics and skincare products. To accommodate robust growth, Esme required enhanced agility and flexibility in its software. Seeking a future- ready digital foundation, Esme aimed to optimize productivity and meet both current and long-term business objectives through advanced cloud ERP solutions.

30% Reduction in labor requirements for management reporting preparation

60% Reduction in time needed for monthly closing, tax return, and audit processes

Challenges

“Thanks to SAP S/4HANA Cloud, private edition, we have better visibility across our logistics network, helping us make better and faster planning decisions and allowing us to offer improved services to our customers.”

• Lack of standardization & automation • Complex system landscape & integration. No Single source of truth • Lack of visibility of business processes, 360˚ view of customers

CFO, Esme Consumer Private Limited - Siddhartha Khaitan

Outcomes

• Optimized operations, inventory and supply chain management • Improved decision-making • Increased revenue growth

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Everlam

• Long-standing relationship with SAP, a leader in cloud ERP with deep capabilities in supply chain management and analytics • Business-transformation-as-a-service model of RISE with SAP S/4HANA® Cloud enabling consolidation to fewer strategic partners and ability to for end-to-end integrate with other SAP solutions • Flexso’s extensive experience in managing large-scale business transformations and expertise in deploying SAP solutions

Chemicals | Belgium RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

Everlam NV, a leading producer of high-quality polyvinyl butyral film for architectural and automotive applications, prioritizes safety, security, sound and UV protection, and long-term stability. With a customer-centric approach and strong technical expertise, the company embarked on a digital transformation to enhance services and expand operations. Seeking a holistic solution for business processes and IT architecture, Everlam aimed to seamlessly connect its digital value chain, ensuring growth and improved customer service through digital innovation.

26% TCO reduction within the next 10 years

2% Higher system uptime

33% Lower IT operations cost

40% Fewer IT partners

<7 months To complete the project, split equally between version upgrade and transition to the cloud

“Our new IT architecture is truly future -proof and will be the stepping stone for our digital transformation. With SAP S/4HANA Cloud, the system is available, reliable, and efficient.”

Challenges

• Lack of collaboration & capability to scale • Complex system landscape & integration. No Single source of truth • Lack of visibility of business processes, 360˚ view of customers

Purchasing and Business Improvement Director, Everlam NV -Özcan Kaymaz

Outcomes

• Improved decision-making • Reduced Costs • Improved sustainability and innovation

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MYK LATICRET Chemicals | India RISE With SAP S/4HANA Private cloud Edition

▪ Unlocking full business potential through a seamless migration to S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition with Neovatic ▪ S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition improves processes, enhances data management, increases agility, enables better decision-making and prepares MYK Laticrete for future growth and scalability

Transitioning to a cloud-based next-generation ERP to enhance operational efficiencies

80% Faster execution of business operations

70% Reduction in backup and restoration requirements achieved without any downtime

MYK Laticrete is a leading provider of tile and stone installation materials and construction chemicals. Committed to quality and sustainability, MYK Laticrete serves both residential and commercial projects with innovative solutions. The company focuses on building lasting relationships with customers and has plans to expand its offerings to meet the evolving demands of the construction industry. To prepare for future growth and maintain competitiveness, MYK Laticrete India upgraded its legacy ERP with RISE with SAP, streamlining operations and facilitating seamless collaboration across departments. This strategic move enhances efficiency and agility, positioning the company to adapt swiftly to market changes and drive innovation.

80% Faster financial closure

Challenges

• Lack of visibility of business processes; 360* view of customers • Lack of standardization and automation • Lack of system support and features of sustainability

Outcomes

• Improved employee productivity and customer experience/ satisfaction • Improved decision-making • Improved sustainability and innovation

AVP IT & Special Projects MYK Laticrete India Pvt Ltd MYK Laticrete India Pvt Ltd Hyderabad, India Rajesh Rajan “Our choice of RISE with SAP S/4HANA came out from our need for a cost-effective, flexible and extensible system that can support plans to become a digital organization. We are able to function effectively on the new platform by breaking new ground in tile & stone installation industry with innovative approach to our business success."

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Why SAP?

Shaanxi Heimao Coking Co

• SAP’s proven best practices and reputation among corporations in China and globally • Flexibility and rapid deployment capability offered by RISE with SAP S/4HANA®Cloud Private Edition • SAP’s rich ecosystem of experienced partners and SAP®Enterprise Support offerings, including continuous quality checks and safeguarding services to maximize implementation success

Chemicals | China RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

>29,000 Material data assets optimized and standardized

100 Business processes enhanced

“By investing in RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud, private edition, we integrated business processes, operational data, and management systems, helping us operate more efficiently and paving the way for sustainable development opportunities across the industry value chain.” chemicals. Core operations span coal mining, processing, chemicals, logistics, and trade. Committed to technological innovation and sustainable development, the company went public on the Shanghai Stock Exchange in 2014. Experiencing rapid growth since 2019, Shaanxi Heimao aimed to expand production capacity, prompting a digital transformation for enhanced visibility, data-driven insights, and strengthened enterprise-wide management capabilities in support of its circular-economy value chain. Founded in 2003, Shaanxi Heimao processes, manufactures, and distributes coking products, encompassing coal, coke, gas, and

3 days To complete monthly settlement processes

24x7 Access to analysis and reporting for data-driven decision-making

Challenges

• Complex system landscape & integration. No Single source of truth • Lack of visibility of business processes, 360˚ view of customers • High operating & maintenance costs

Outcomes

• Improved decision-making • Optimized operations, inventory and supply chain management • Improved sustainability and innovation

Secretary of the Board, Shaanxi HeimaoCoking Co. Ltd -Li Bin

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Consumer Products

Why SAP?

Ajinomoto

• RISE with SAP S/4HANA® Cloud Private Edition, helping move ERP data and processes to the cloud with proven reliability of SAP • SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, offering comprehensive support for centralized and standardized business processes along with a simpler and intuitive user experience • Straightforward integration with the existing SAP software environment

Consumer Products | Brazil RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

Ajinomoto’s vision is help the world ‘eat well and live well’ with its flavor enhancers, animal feeds, and fertilizers. Leveraging amino acids for delicious meals and health benefits, the company had already deployed multiple SAP® solutions for growth. Seeking to further boost productivity, enable automation, and support new business models, Ajinomoto pursued next-generation ERP in the cloud. The company recognized the importance of robust transformation services, business analytics, and partner expertise for a smooth transition.

18% Reduction in total costs (maintenance, infrastructure, and version upgrades and licenses) expected by 2027 thanks to RISE with SAP

99.7% Availability across the data center, server, network, storage, applications, and SAP HANA

Challenges

• Limited resilience for business processes • Lack of standardization & automation • Low employee productivity & customer experience/satisfaction

“In 2022, we started studying the feasibility of moving our SAP solutions to RISE with SAP. We identified some important benefits including increased availability of the IT environment, security, financial savings, and scalability across a larger geographic area.”

Outcomes

CIO, Ajinomoto do Brasil Industria e Comércio de Alimentos Ltda. -Alexandre Telles

• Improved decision-making • Improved TCO (Total cost of ownership) • Improved employee productivity and customer experience/satisfaction

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Why SAP?

Bawei

• SAP S/4HANA Cloud provides a future-ready ERP system with built-in intelligent technologies, including AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics. • RISE with SAP offers cloud ERP, industry best practices and extensibility, analytics and business process intelligence, and outcome-driven services. • SAP Services and Support enables collaboration with support experts at SAP to tackle strategic challenges and business-wide transformation.

Consumer Products | China RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

With ambitions to be a leader in the cosmetics sector, beauty and personal care products company Bawei embarked on its digital transformation by investing in RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition. Needing to complete the implementation within just two months, the company leveraged cloud editions for SAP Enterprise Support.

27% improvement in inventory accuracy, from 72% to 99%

2x faster to settle monthly accounts, from 14 days to 7 days

100% accuracy in cost-check verifications

“Our aim is to become the premier original design manufacturer in the Chinese cosmetics sector. SAP S/4HANA Cloud enables business and finance integration, while SAP Services and Support safeguards our steady business growth.”

Challenges

• Complex system landscape & integration. No Single source of truth • Lack of visibility of business processes, 360˚ view of customers • Lack of standardization & automation

IT Manager, Guangdong Bawei Biotechnology Corporation -Li Wensheng

Outcomes

• Improved decision-making • Optimized operations, inventory and supply chain management • Improved finance operations

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• SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition offered the best network stability • SAP-assisted upgrades every two years supported new solution • Beyond Technologies had the most relevant system integrations experience • New solution has all tools and data hosted in the cloud

Compana Consumer Products | USA RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

Zero Network downtime after implementation

50% Less time spent on month-end close

For almost 40 years, Compana has produced top-tier nutritional feeds for pets and farm animals. Recent business growth surpassed the capabilities of its aging ERP system, prompting a search for a more robust solution. Opting for an automated system, Compana aims to reduce service desk ticket processing time. With a cloud-hosted platform, the company can now focus on pioneering the highest-quality animal nutrition products, benefiting from improved network stability and streamlined processes.

50% Less time required for product costing tasks

“SAP S/4HANA Cloud, private edition is intuitive and innovative — making the goals of any size business attainable.”

Challenges

• Lack of system support for • Lack of system support & features for sustainability • Lack of collaboration & capability to scale

VP of Information Technology, Compana -Tim Schrappen

Outcomes

• Reduced Costs • Optimized operations, inventory and supply chain management • Improved finance operations

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Why SAP?

Cosmoproject

• Modern ERP system with trusted support as a service from SAP through RISE with SAP S/4HANA®Cloud Private Edition • Strong collaboration with executive leadership, resulting in an eight-month deployment and easing of change management cloud-based ERP system that can scale to support expansion into international markets

Consumer Products | Italy RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

20% improvement in manufacturing productivity.

15% decrease in revenue loss due to stock-outs.

25% increase in revenue.

Cosmoproject S.p.A., known for crafting global health and beauty brands, emphasizes integrated systems and centralized data in cosmetics development. Their Italian-made products prioritize quality, sourced from worldwide innovative materials with strict ethical and safety standards. However, navigating fluctuating markets and supply costs proves complex, exacerbated by an outdated ERP system reliant on error-prone spreadsheets for basic forecasting. Recognizing the need for efficiency, Cosmoproject seeks streamlined operations. Integrating systems and centralizing data can optimize processes, minimizing inaccuracies and elevating their approach to cosmetics development and production, ensuring smoother operations in this intricate industry landscape.

Challenges

• Lack of system support for strategic initiatives • Lack of collaboration & capability to scale

Outcomes

• Reduced Costs • Optimized operations, inventory and supply chain management • Increased revenue growth

“With SAP S/4HANA Cloud, all your systems are connected and all the information is in one place. With one click, you have what you need, so you can focus on analysis rather than data collection.”

Director of Operations, Cosmoproject S.p.A. -Andrea Mazzini

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Why SAP?

Coway

• Adoption of a cloud-first strategy for scalability, cost-efficiency, and service innovation potential • Improved flexibility and reliability from investing in RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition • Support to minimize business impact with a two-step approach to advanced ERP in the cloud, by first converting to SAP Business Suite powered by SAP HANA in a private cloud and then moving to SAP S/4HANA Cloud, private edition • Guidance from the Cloud Success Services team to lead the conversion project and manage SBT Global’s team

Consumer Products | APJ RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

Taking a Two-Step Approach to Transition Legacy ERP to Next Generation ERP in the Cloud

“The transition to SAP Business Suite powered by SAP HANA and collaboration with the Cloud Success Services team have laid the foundation for achieving our digitalization goal. We have empowered our employees to focus on their core roles, and we can quickly adapt to the rapid changes in our industry.” On a transformation journey to digitalize various business operations, Coway’s aging and highly customized legacy ERP application was limiting its success. Needing the proven reliability and robust next generation functionality offered by advanced ERP in the cloud, Coway chose to minimize business disruption from the transition by first moving its legacy ERP landscape to a private cloud. Making people’s lives healthy and comfortable, Coway Co. Ltd. is a leading environmental home appliances company, offering water purifiers, air purifiers, bidets, and mattresses. With a commitment to innovation, award-winning products, and home health expertise, the company is continuing to diversify product lines and accelerate overseas business expansion. Coway has operations in Malaysia, the United States, Thailand, China, Indonesia, Vietnam, Japan, and Europe, based on its business success in South Korea.

6.88x Improvement in performance for batch jobs

>2x Improvement in response time during peak time

Challenges

• Lack of standardization & automation • High operating & maintenance costs • Lack of system support & features for sustainability

Outcomes

• Improved sustainability and innovation • Increased revenue growth • Reduced implementation time

ERP/Financial Supply Chain Management Team Manager, Coway Co. Ltd. - Kim JaeKyung

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Why SAP?

FRoSTAAG

• Accelerated digital transformation journey using RISE with SAP S/4HANA® Cloud Private Edition • Access to enterprise-wide resources on mobile devices using the SAP Mobile Start app running on SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP) • Access to standard and customized SAP Fiori® apps connected through SAP BTP, paving the way to heightened business efficiency

Consumer Products | Germany RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, SAP Mobile Start, SAP Business Technology Platform, and SAP Fiori apps

30% Faster throughput, thanks to better- integrated business planning

Faster Product calculations, now taking just eight minutes, down from eight hours

Rapid Solution development - now taking days versus months

A Boosting Employee Engagement with Mobile Access to Enterprise Resources FRoSTA AG, a leading frozen food manufacturer in Europe, emphasizes quality and environmental responsibility with its "Purity Promise," avoiding additives in products. Operating in Germany, Poland, Austria, Italy, and Eastern Europe, the company aimed to enhance employee engagement and mobile connectivity to core systems. The vision was to establish a centralized entry point, enabling on-the-go access for tasks such as maintenance requests and real-time approval of purchase requisitions, promoting efficiency and engagement.

Challenges

• Complex system landscape & integration. No Single source of truth • Lack of standardization & automation • Low employee productivity & customer experience/ satisfaction

Outcomes

“SAP Mobile Start was the missing piece in our mobile strategy. Now we are complete, with one single entry point to FRoSTA’s services. “

• Reduced Time To Market • Optimized operations, inventory and supply chain management • Improved employee productivity and customer experience/ satisfaction

Innovation Manager, FRoSTA AG -Fabian von Thun

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• One integrated system that simplifies functions across retail and distribution business • SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition with hyperscaler deployment enables scalable business options • Unrestricted expansion of functionalities and minimal customization • Next generation Cloud ERP caters to multiple retail verticals in different product and service categories

Skandhanshi Group Consumer Products | India

RISE with SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud Edition

Consolidating multiple business verticals and improving efficiency with RISE with SAP

95% Increased integration accuracy for store and warehouse inventories

90% Improvement in procurement process, inventory management, tender types reconciliations, bank integrations and tracking assets

Skandanshi Group is a renowned conglomerate with diversified business ventures spanning real estate development, hospitality, renewable energy and infrastructure. Renowned for its innovative projects and commitment to sustainable practices, the group has left an indelible mark across various sectors. Last year SKG started five business ventures focusing on technology driven organizations with a customer first approach. To support their growth, they needed an ERP solution that could handle business complexity with diversified formats across B2B and B2C spaces. S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition was chosen as the powerful core for their digital transformation journey.

Challenges • Complex system landscape & integration. No Single source of truth • Lack of system support and features of sustainability • Lack of standardization and automation

“SAP fosters operational excellence, strategic alignment and adaptability for all our group companies.”

Outcomes

• Improved decision making • Improved finance operations • Optimized operations; inventory and supply chain management

Vice President Information Technology, Skandhanshi Group Pvt Ltd TarunBali

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Versuni Consumer Products | Netherlands RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition

• Suite of SAP technology for use as a holistic foundation for a future-oriented, modern enterprise that could simplify and harmonize work across the company while reducing business transformation risks • RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud, private edition for faster innovation and improvements, reduced capital expenditures, greater scalability, and better control over the company’s IT infrastructure • Experience of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and its lifecycle of services, from strategy and advisory to execution and operations, for helping bring Versuni’s vision for the future to life

Exciting Customers and Driving Market Leadership Through an Innovative Global Transformation Formed in 2021 when the Philips Domestic Appliances division became an independent company, Versuni has a mission to excite customers and turn houses into homes. Headquartered in Amsterdam, the company has a global innovation, manufacturing, and commercial footprint, with a presence in more than 100 countries and a portfolio that includes world-renowned kitchen, coffee, climate, garment, and floor care appliances. Despite its independence, Versuni wanted to continue Philips’ 130-year history of innovation into the future by transforming the company into a digital, insights-led, modern enterprise that is consumer focused and agile. Versuni decided to rebuild its IT landscape and searched for a suite of cloud-based technology that could support this effort. Versuni also wanted to find a strategic partner that could develop and implement this massive initiative in a short time period.

85% Of business processes standardized and harmonized

18 months To transform the business, including the delivery of a new technology landscape in 55 countries 30% More agile when responding to the market and innovating

50% Increase in employee engagement

Challenges

• Complex system landscape & integration. No Single source of truth • Low employee productivity & customer experience/ satisfaction • Lack of system support for strategic initiatives

Outcomes

“In one of the largest programs of its kind, SAP and TCS helped us modernize with a start-from-scratch greenfield approach. We can now more successfully fulfill our commitment to delivering the best possible solutions to our customers.”

• Improved sustainability and innovation • Optimized operations, inventory and supply chain management • Improved employee productivity and customer experience/ satisfaction

CEO, Versuni - Henk de Jong

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