SAP S/4 HANA IMPLEMENTATION AND SUPPORT FOR A GROUP OF CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES
Zircoo has assisted with the Greenfield implementation of SAP S/4 HANA ERP and its further support and optimization.
SAP S/4 HANA Implementation And Support For A Group Of Construction Companies
Customer
Group of European construction companies.
Challenge:
Our customer’s business comprises five companies, with one having previously implemented the SAP S/4 HANA system. However, the implementation project faced challenges and failed to fully unlock the ERP’s potential. Additionally, another company within the holding sought to enhance inter-company cooperation by implementing SAP S/4 HANA ERP from scratch.
Solution:
Zircoo stepped in to address the challenges by aiding in the improvement and maintenance of the existing SAP S/4 HANA system at one company. Additionally, we facilitated the Greenfield implementation of SAP S/4 HANA ERP at another company within the customer’s business portfolio.
Project Scope:
Zircoo was actively involved in the Greenfield implementation of the SAP S/4 HANA ERP and provided Application Management Support for SAP S/4 HANA. Our key project tasks included:
1. Implementing SAP S/4 HANA:
– Rollout implementation of FI (Financial Accounting), CO (Controlling), MM (Materials Management), SD (Sales and Distribution), PS (Project Systems), and PPDS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling) modules.
2. Updating SAP S/4 HANA System:
– Upgrading the SAP S/4 HANA system to the newer version SAP S/4 HANA 2020 to leverage the latest features and enhancements.
3. Post-Go-Live Application Management Support:
– Providing ongoing support and maintenance services for SAP S/4 HANA post-go-live, ensuring smooth operation and addressing any issues or concerns that arise.
4. SAP Basis Support and Maintenance:
– Offering services for SAP Basis support and maintenance, including system administration, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting.
5. SAP System Customization and Additional Development:
– Customizing the SAP system and developing additional functionalities as per the specific requirements of the business.
6. Business User Support:
– Communicating with business users and providing support for their daily tasks as requested, ensuring efficient utilization of the SAP system.
Implementation of SAP S/4 HANA FI/CO/MM/SD/WM/PS and PP modules encompassed various business processes and functional areas, including but not limited to:
– Ledger (Bookkeeping) Records
– Sales & Distribution
– Project Management, including Construction Project Management (CPM)
– Procurement (Supply)
– Accounts Payable
– Inventory Management
– Accounting for Long-Term Investments
– Budget Execution Control and Budget Adjustment Maintenance
– Production Planning and Management
SAP Products and Services
- SAP S/4 HANA 2020 ON-PREMISE
- SAP PROJECT PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT
- APPLICATION MANAGEMENT SUPPORT OF S/4 HANA
- SAP ABAP
- SAPUI5
Results
The SAP solutions implemented and supported by the Zircoo team facilitated maximum process automation, transparent value chains, and optimization of financial and logistics processes for the customer. By outsourcing system support to Zircoo, the company effectively reduced costs associated with its internal IT team.
As new requirements and integration points emerge during system operation, Zircoo remains committed to assisting the customer with ongoing support for the SAP S/4 HANA system.
Looking ahead to 2023, plans are already in place for the implementation of SAP Extended Warehouse Management and the system upgrade to SAP S/4 HANA 2022, ensuring continued alignment with the customer’s evolving business needs and technological advancements.
