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SAP Credit Management in S/4HANA: More than just a technical migration
With SAP S/4HANA, SAP Credit Management (FIN-FSCM-CR) replaces the traditional FI-AR-CR credit management system. Going forward, credit data will be stored at the business partner level, and risks will be managed via credit segments. Legacy structures do not automatically fit into the new model. This article explains the decisions you need to make before configuration and how to ensure the technical soundness of migration, exposure reconciliation, and routine operations.
SAP Agent-Led Toolchain: What’s changing and what’s already working today
The SAP Integrated Toolchain is now the SAP Agent-Led Toolchain: What is really changing, what stays the same, and what already works today? We break down the news around Joule Assistant, Joule Agents and the seven announced migration assistants, outline five points decision-makers should clarify before getting started, and show with an SAP Cloud ALM example how AI already turns a workshop transcript into a structured requirement.
SAP HCM to SuccessFactors: The Path to the Cloud
Support for SAP HCM is ending, and the transition to SuccessFactors is inevitable. But be careful: The transition isn’t just a simple system change – it’s a true transformation. How can you make the move to the cloud without hitting any roadblocks? We’ll share our first-hand practical experience, from integration roadmaps – such as the core-hybrid approach – to technical data migration and the critical success factors for your project.
Route trains in production: how SAP EWM and SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing Logistics are rethinking intralogistics
A missing component can quickly stop an assembly line. Reliable route train supply depends on SAP system control, not operator performance. Distribution Equipment provides the standard EWM process, while SAP S/4HANA for Manufacturing Logistics adds route planning, schedule control, and Fiori apps. We compare both variants using an aerospace example: How much control does your supply chain need?
AI Agents in the SAP Context: What They Are, What They Can Do, and How Companies Can Get Started
SAP Joule answers questions. AI agents go further. They independently monitor processes, make decisions, and take action without constant approval. SAP is already expanding Joule into an agent platform, with specialized Joule Agents and Joule Assistants in S/4HANA, SuccessFactors, and Ariba. Rising cost pressures and more reliable language models make productive deployment a realistic possibility. Learn what AI agents are truly capable of today and how your company can get started.
Vulnerabilities in Legacy Applications: How to Systematically Secure Software Applications
Business-critical software applications have been running stably for years and therefore rarely become the focus of security initiatives. Yet the threat landscape has intensified: attacks are on the rise, and regulatory requirements such as NIS-2 and the Cyber Resilience Act are becoming more stringent. Those who focus solely on stable operation overlook creeping risks. Security hardening demonstrates how existing applications can be systematically secured without the need for new development.
Supply Chain Attacks on SAP: How to Protect Your Development Pipelines from “Mini Shai-Hulud”
Four official SAP NPM packages were compromised, and the malicious code executed during the npm install process, even before developers wrote a single line of code. The “Mini Shai-Hulud” campaign demonstrates just how sophisticated supply chain attacks on SAP environments have become. This article explains the attack methodology, the potential damage to your SAP infrastructure, and the DevSecOps measures you should take now.
Advanced Shipping and Receiving (ASR) – Between the future and practical application, a case study
Discover how SAP ASR is revolutionizing logistics! Our case study highlights the integration of warehousing and transportation in S/4HANA, outlines the benefits, and addresses the challenges. Learn why ASR is the future-proof solution for transparent end-to-end processes and how your company can benefit from it. A must-read for anyone looking to optimize their logistics!
SAP Joule in SuccessFactors: What really drives productivity today
SAP is making massive strides in AI within SuccessFactors with Joule. But which features are already delivering real productivity gains today, and which are still just promises? This article shows which HR processes can already be automated with Joule today, what technical requirements are necessary, and why now is the right time to act.
CSRD Drop-out 2026: What applies now
The EU Omnibus Initiative has exempted approximately 80 percent of the companies originally subject to the CSRD from direct compliance requirements. But those who stop now are making a mistake: Customers, banks, and employees continue to request ESG data—regardless of the law. This article explains what the CSRD drop-out really means, which reporting standards make sense now, and how abat supports a structured approach with ID-Report.