Process Point Drives Strategic SAP S/4HANA Optimization for a Large Automotive Manufacturer, Avoiding Costly Replacement

🏢 Client

A major Automotive manufacturing company with joint venture operations operates a complex manufacturing landscape requiring robust ERP solutions. With a focus on operational efficiency and modernization, the company sought to evaluate their current SAP S/4HANA ERP system to address challenges and optimize performance across business functions.

🧩 Challenge

The company faced operational inefficiencies with their existing SAP ECC system and needed to decide whether to upgrade to SAP S/4HANA or explore other modernization options to support their joint venture operations effectively.

💡 Solution

Conducted a thorough assessment of the SAP ECC system to identify operational gaps. Compared SAP S/4HANA with Oracle and Microsoft Dynamics 365 against company needs. Recommended phased migration to SAP S/4HANA for cost-effective modernization and business continuity. Provided financial analysis showing benefits of upgrading over replacing ERP.

🎯 Benefits

  • Achieved significant cost savings by optimizing and upgrading the existing SAP system instead of replacing it

  • Improved overall operational performance while minimizing implementation risks

  • Established a scalable foundation to support future business growth

  • Enabled a more efficient and cost-effective ERP modernization approach

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