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SAP systems in the crosshairs: How SAP penetration tests ensure security in the defense industry

SAP systems are the backbone of the defense industry, but they are increasingly becoming the target of highly professional cyberattacks. Whether it's NIS 2 compliance or protecting defense secrets, conventional IT security is often not enough. Read our blog post to find out why specialized SAP penetration tests are essential for cyber resilience and national sovereignty. We show you how to uncover vulnerabilities in RFC interfaces and turn your SAP landscape into a fortified fortress.

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abat Whitepapers: Introduction of SuccessFactors Employee Central – Pitfalls and Best Practices.

Successful implementation of SAP SuccessFactors EC

By implementing SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central, companies lay the foundation for harmonized, global HR processes and a consistent database. At the same time, project experience shows that issues such as data quality, governance, organizational model, and integration architecture are particularly decisive for success or delays. This white paper takes a practical look at the key pitfalls and shows how companies can implement Employee Central in a structured, risk-minimized, and future-proof…

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new@abat February 2026

This week, we held our welcome event, new@abat, and we would like to welcome:

From left to right: 
Jonathan, Nicola, Nina, Nico, Anton, Jens

 We are delighted that you have found your way to us!

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abat Whitepapers: SAP Penetration Test – Why SAP systems are becoming strategic targetics.

SAP penetration testing

SAP systems as targets – penetration testing creates resilience
SAP systems form the digital backbone of modern enterprises—and increasingly, a prime target for professional cyber attackers. While traditional security measures create a false sense of protection, SAP-specific risks often remain invisible. This whitepaper explains why conventional approaches fall short, highlights real-world attack scenarios, and shows how specialized SAP penetration testing strengthens resilience, transparency,…

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white papers: SAP Customer Service has been discontinued – SAP S/4HANA Service is the solution.

SAP Customer Service (CS) has been discontinued – SAP S/4HANA Service as the successor solution

With the imminent end of SAP Customer Service, companies are faced with the challenge of modernizing their service processes in a timely manner and switching to SAP S/4HANA Service. This step offers the opportunity to replace outdated structures and establish fu-ture-proof, cloud-based service processes. The white paper provides practical examples of how organizations can minimize risks and strategically leverage change.

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CSRD 2026: Postponement yes – all-clear no

The EU has rewritten the rules for sustainability reporting with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). But shortly before the start of the second wave, the schedule was unexpectedly adjusted. The so-called Omnibus Package has postponed the deadlines for many companies and significantly raised the thresholds. However, anyone who now falls into a state of complacency is thinking too short-term. The requirements remain complex, data collection is challenging, and the strategic…

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Cover of the abat white paper: CSRD jungle cleared – Guide to Sustainability Reporting 2026

CSRD jungle cleared: Your guide to sustainability reporting

The CSRD and the new ESRS present companies with complex challenges. Our white paper offers a practical guide through the regulatory jungle, explains the latest changes brought about by the Omnibus Package, and shows you how to implement the reporting requirements efficiently. Find out who is affected and how you can use sustainability reporting as a strategic opportunity.

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New employees on the stairs in the office during the new@abat introductory week in January 2026

new@abat January 2026

Welcome to abat 👋

Denis, Malik, Isabel, Steffen, Talea, André

We are delighted that you have found your way to us and hope you had a good start at new@abat in January. 😊
 
Your individual skills and perspectives enrich our team and contribute to our shared success. Here's to a great collaboration!

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Cover of the abat white paper: SAP Business Data Cloud: The New Era of Data Integration and AI

SAP Business Data Cloud: The New Era of Data Integration and AI

SAP Business Data Cloud is revolutionizing data usage in companies. Through its strategic partnership with Databricks, this SaaS solution seamlessly combines SAP data with third-party data, creating a unified platform for AI-powered analytics. Read our white paper to learn how this integration breaks down data silos, provides advanced analytics capabilities, and helps companies unlock the full value of their data – for informed decisions in a data-driven world. 

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Digital CO₂ reduction goals on laptop with focus on net-zero strategies by 2050.

How can emissions accounting be achieved with excellent data?

A strong emissions balance starts with strong data that is precise, complete and clearly structured. Those who set up their GHG balance properly create transparency and establish the foundation for effective climate strategies. With modern tools like ID-Report, data quality and reporting processes can be significantly improved. This turns a demanding obligation into a real competitive advantage, today and in the future.

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The AI myth that threatens your sovereignty.

Powerful AI inevitably requires a cloud connection? Those in safety-critical sectors who avoid urgently needed AI applications for fear of losing control are thinking too small. 

With on-prem AI, you create a robust, autonomous foundation. This strategic solution combines full data sovereignty, complete transparency, and maximum fail-safety. Ideal for organizations that want to unleash the full potential of AI without compromising on security and sovereignty. 

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Neue Mitarbeiter*innen auf der Treppe im Büro bei der new@abat Einführungswoche im November 2025

new@abat November 2025

Welcome to the team!

This week, we held our new@abat welcome event. We would like to welcome:
(from left to right) 
Hanna Sophie,  Linus, Sören, 
Jan, Florian, Fabian, Axel, 
Aylin, Carsten, Mirko, Alenna
Can, Jannis, Alexander, Sarah

We wish you continued success and are delighted that you have found your way to us (back 😉).

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abat Whitepapers: When data waves roll: The extractor as an anchor point for clear decisions.

SAP Signavio Process Intelligence: white paper on how the extractor works

Your processes hold more potential than you realize – but how do you make it visible? This white paper shows you how to use the SAP Signavio Extractor to extract process data from your SAP systems fully automatically and create a solid foundation for true process mining. Learn how to gain transparency about variants and bottlenecks, identify deviations from the target process, and lay the foundation for continuous process optimization. Take advantage of the opportunity to derive clear, informed…

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Mountaineers in climbing gear on a snow-covered ridge with a view of high mountain peaks.

Transformation projects fail too often. Why?

70 percent of all change initiatives fail to achieve their goals. Anyone who still relies on gut feelings and assumptions is thinking too short-term. SAP Signavio offers a data-driven process transformation suite that combines actual state analysis, collaborative modeling, and continuous optimization. It is ideal for companies that want to implement their transformation projects successfully, measurably, and sustainably. 

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RPA with the handbrake on? Not for much longer.

Siloed data and rigid decision-making logic often slow down automation. With UiPath Data Fabric and Business Rules, two building blocks are now available that take processes to a new level: real-time access to all relevant data and flexible, centrally controlled business decisions. This enables companies to lay the foundation for greater agility, higher efficiency, and true innovation in automation. 

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RPA Trends 2025: ScreenPlay, PII In-Flight Masking & IXP

RPA is being reimagined. Rigid processes are being replaced by intelligent, adaptive automation that is ready for dynamic interfaces, sensitive data, and unstructured information. With UI Agent, PII In-Flight Masking, and IXP, a new generation of technologies is available that makes processes more robust, secure, and faster. For companies that don't want to leave their efficiency to chance. 

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The end of SAP BW 7.5 is approaching – now is the time to realign your data strategy

Now is the right time to consider switching to SAP Business Data Cloud. Migration not only opens up new technological possibilities, but also lays the foundation for a modern, AI-enabled data architecture with SAP Datasphere, SAC, and Databricks. Learn about the options available and how you can future-proof your data landscape. 

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Neue Mitarbeiter*innen auf der Treppe im Büro bei der new@abat Einführungswoche im August 2025

new@abat August 2025

Welcome to abat 👋

Maurice, Paul, Laura, Deniz, 
Dennis, Jakob, Beatriz, Annika, 
Okan, Erik, Jan, Alex, Alex

We are delighted that you found your way to us and hope you had a good start at new@abat in August. 😊
 
Your individual skills and perspectives enrich our team and contribute to our joint success. Here's to a great collaboration!

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Hikers with sturdy footwear on a stony path at sunset in a natural setting.

SAP PI/PO is being phased out. What now?

Technological change is coming. Anyone still thinking about 1:1 migrations is thinking too short-term. The SAP Integration Suite is a modern, cloud-based platform that combines hybrid scenarios, API management, and event-driven processes. It is ideal for companies that want to integrate their system landscapes in a future-proof, flexible, and strategic way. 

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abat Whitepapers: From SAP PI/PO to the Integration Suite: A successful migration to the Cloud.

SAP PI/PO: white paper guide to the SAP Integration Suite

Support for SAP PI/PO is coming to an end, but those who act now will succeed. This white paper shows how to make your integration architecture fit for cloud, API, and event-driven scenarios using the SAP Integration Suite. Learn about migration pitfalls, why the Edge Integration Cell offers hybrid power, and how best practices will guide your project safely to its destination. Seize the opportunity to transform integration from a cost driver into an innovation accelerator!

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