S/4HANA with perspective

While the transformation to S/4HANA has evolved significantly compared to a few years ago, a recent survey we conducted of 112 companies across 18 industries shows that the complexity and efforts required for a successful migration were initially underestimated. Since the transition impacts all areas of an organization, managing this complexity is challenging and choosing the right methods and approaches is crucial for success.

Our study represents a wide cross-section of sectors, aimed to determine the current stage of the S/4HANA transformation within these organizations. Additionally, we sought to identify any successful strategies that could serve as a model for others. Our objective was to assess whether companies need to adjust their approach to the S/4HANA transformation based on recent experiences or whether they were already on the right track.

The survey reveals that many companies are still in the early stages of their S/4HANA transformation, with 49% yet to document their requirements and 42% yet to identify communication and training needs. As businesses face increasing pressure to modernize, these findings highlight the importance of learning from successful projects to fully leverage the strategic opportunities SAP S/4HANA offers for digital transformation and operational efficiency.