NA CTO Insights: How to make S/4HANA fit
In this insightful discussion in this #wbsrocks podcast episode of @ElevatIQ, SNP Group Chief Technology Officer in North America, Steele Arbeeny, and ERP thought leader Sam Gupta, share their perspectives on the unique challenges of SAP S/4HANA migrations for high-volume industries and the cost of downtime.
While simpler SAP systems have largely completed their transitions, complex, data-intensive environments — often spanning 50–100+ terabytes — pose significant hurdles. Industries like aerospace, finance, and chemicals must tackle stringent compliance and customization requirements, as these factors impact how their historical data and tailored business processes are integrated into S/4HANA.
"You can easily see the cost of downtime running into seven, eight digits, easily, and downtime minimization becomes another key aspect of this, so that's another part of the puzzle, (...), but it's not the only thing you have to kind of balance. (...), You need to look at the whole picture ," - SNP Group NA CTO, Steele Arbeeny.
The discussion also covers the importance of downtime minimization, as downtime costs in these sectors often reach seven to eight figures. Achieving a successful migration involves balancing downtime with modernizing priorities, adopting cloud strategies, and leveraging predictive analytics. This multi-faceted approach is crucial for companies seeking transformation while maintaining operational continuity.
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