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Upgrade to SAP S/4HANA with NPI’s Expertise

Are you looking to streamline and optimize your organization’s performance using SAP? Partner with NPI and upgrade your SAP ERP software to harness the power and achieve the best results with newest state-of-the-art technology.

At NPI, we specialize in transforming businesses through our expert SAP Upgrade Methodology. Our proven track record includes successful collaborations with industry giants across multiple sectors, helping them achieve unparalleled efficiency and performance.

EXPLORING SAP UPGRADE OPTIONS

When considering an upgrade for your SAP software, there are three main types to choose from, each tailored to meet specific business needs and objectives.

The most common example of version upgrade is the ECC to S/4HANA Migration. This is when companies that already have the ECC (ERP Central Component) database of SAP implemented, want to migrate to the S/4HANA platform.

S/4HANA is the latest generation of SAP, which runs on the columnar database, known as the HANA database. This means that with the version upgrade from ECC, the customers also get the HANA database installed.

The Migrating from SAP ECC to the HANA database SAP HANA 1.0 with NPI, will provide numerous benefits to the customers, leveraging the power and advanced capabilities of the HANA in-memory computing platform. Some of the benefits clients can expect are;

Enhanced Performance:

In-Memory Computing
Real-time Processing

Simplified Data Management:

Single Data Copy
Reduced Data Footprint

Advanced Analytics Capabilities:

Predictive and Text Analytics
Complex Calculations

Improved User Experience:

Faster Reporting
Enhanced UI

Operational Efficiency:

Real-time Reporting
Simplified IT Landscape

Enhanced Business Agility:

Faster Data Loading
Quick Adaptation

Innovative Applications:

IoT and Big Data Integration
Enhanced Applications

The Database Upgrade can be acquired once you already have the S/4HANA version installed. The HANA database has 2 versions, HANA DB 1.0, and SAP HANA 2.0.

There are significant benefits of upgrading your database from 1.0 to 2.0, some of which are;

Performance Improvements:

Faster Transaction Processing
Real-time Analytics

Simplified IT Landscape:

Reduced Data Footprint
Elimination of Aggregates

Enhanced Data Insights:

Advanced Analytics
Operational Reporting

Scalability and Flexibility:

Improved User Experience:

Fiori Applications
Simplified Business Processes

Enhanced Data Management:

Improved Data Accuracy
Data Integration

Patch Upgrade, also known as a Support Package or Support Package Stack (SPS) upgrade, involves applying updates to an existing SAP system to fix bugs, improve performance, and enhance security.

These updates are typically less extensive than other upgrades and focus on maintaining the stability and security of the system.

Some key benefits of regular patch upgrades are;

Enhanced Security:

Vulnerability Fixes
Compliance

Improved System Stability:

Bug Fixes
Reduced Down Time

Performance Enhancements:

Optimized Performance
Resource Utilization

New Features and Functionality:

Incremental Enhancements
Continuous Improvement

User Satisfaction:

Enhanced User Experience
Higher Productivity

Simplified Upgrade Path:

Foundation for Major Upgrades
Incremental Upgrades

Cost Saving:

Preventive Maintenance
Reduced Support Costs

Each upgrade type offers unique advantages to help you optimize your SAP environment. At NPI, we tailor our SAP upgrade solutions to fit your specific requirements, ensuring a seamless transition and enhanced organizational performance.

OUR SAP UPGRADE METHODOLOGY

The SAP Upgrade Project Lifecycle has multiple phases, in which you can recognize, plan and implement your upgrades in an efficient manner.

Phase I - The Planning Phase

Project plan
Test planning
Release strategy
Resource mobilization
Contingency Planning

Phase II - The Analysis Phase

Gap Analysis between SAP old and newer versions.
Identify business flows & custom development for testing
Test scripts preparation
Business flow testing in Sandbox system
Error Identification
New functionality Identification

Phase III - The Design Phase

Determine Resolution for Gaps
Identify and design the configuration required
Determine development work for error resolution
Consultant testing in Test System
Design new functionality
Identify Conversion activities in Productive system
Super User Training

Phase IV - The Build Phase

Configure the systems as per the gaps and errors
Implement relevant SAP Notes & Patches
Implement Programming Changes
Implement new functionality
Consultant/Superuser testing in Test System

Phase V - The Testing Phase

Final Super User testing and confirmation
Resolution of errors identified in Super user testing

Phase VI - The Deploy Phase

Transport upgrade relevant changes in Productive System
Final Conversion activities
Go-live

By following structured phases, NPI ensures that your SAP upgrade is completed on time, within budget and with minimal disruption to your operations. Our experts are here to guide you through every step of the SAP Upgrade Project Lifecycle, helping your organization trust in the process, transform your capabilities and thrive in a competitive market.

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