What benefits are provided by SAP S/4 HANA as Cloud Edition?

More competitive cost structure: no high initial investments in software and hardware due to rental model entailing considerably reduced total cost of ownership Return on Investment is achieved more quickly (for instance through increasing automation and the use of standard best practices) Flexibility & scalability : due to a lean IT basis, Cloud ERP can be adjusted to the corporate growth at short notice (e.g. additional functions, licenses, data stores) Agility & innovation : full ERP scope, which is updated by the provider with regular upgrades and releases and is therefore based on state-of-the-art technologies (e.g. AI) Mobility & real-time data : data, processes and functions can be called by any kind of terminal anytime and anywhere Focus on core competences: the company's IT department focuses on business processes, innovations and further developments; service provider is responsible for securing IT operation, governance, maintenance, updates, application and lifecycle management

How does the cloud solution reduce operating costs?

SAP S/4HANA Cloud helps companies reduce their operating costs by reducing the IT infrastructure costs, increasing the efficiency of business processes and using a flexible and scalable solution. Some of the most important aspects to achieve this: Reduction of IT infrastructure costs caused by missing hardware acquisitions and improved scalability Lower maintenance costs through automatic updates and reduced number of IT specialists required More efficient business processes through standardized processes and real-time analyses Improved use of resources due to increased flexibility and mobility as well as improved reporting Cost-efficient scaling of IT systems and “pay per use” Reduction of license costs Reduced costs through integrated security and compliance standards

SAP S/4HANA Cloud – Cloud ERP for modern enterprises

SAP S/4HANA Cloud ERP

SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud Edition

SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Edition

Quickly available and reliable data characterizes a modern enterprise – be it for the field service use, as a communication platform with business partners or for checking warehouse stocks. The appropriate Cloud ERP system helps companies create the basis for long-term success.

Medium-sized companies in particular benefit from using cloud solutions as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS). ERP systems in the cloud accelerate and simplify both data exchange and process and system integration. SAP S/4HANA Cloud, the advanced Cloud ERP solution, enables a lean and modern IT landscape.

SAP S/4HANA Cloud ERP

SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud Edition

SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Edition

What are the benefits of erp out of the cloud?

Faster ERP implementation compared to On-Premises

Lower initial investments through subscription model on rental basis

Innovation power due to automatic upgrades and intelligent technologies

What are the benefits of a Cloud ERP system compared to on-premises?

More competitive cost structure: no high initial investments in software and hardware due to rental model entailing considerably reduced total cost of ownership
Flexibility & scalability: due to a lean IT basis, Cloud ERP can be adjusted to the corporate growth at short notice (e.g. additional functions, licenses, data stores)
Agility & innovation: full ERP scope, which is updated by the provider with regular upgrades and releases and is therefore based on state-of-the-art technologies (e.g. AI)
Mobility & real-time data: data, processes and functions can be called by any kind of terminal anytime and anywhere
Focus on core competences: the company’s IT department focuses on business processes, innovations and further developments; service provider is responsible for securing IT operation, governance, maintenance, updates, application and lifecycle management

SAP S/4HANA Private and Public Cloud – THE SOLUTIONS IN DETAIL

SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud

The Private Edition of SAP S/4HANA Cloud unites the cloud benefits of standardization and scalability with the full functional scope and the extensibility of the classical SAP S/4HANA software.

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SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud

SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Edition can be made ready for use particularly quickly as no individual programming is required. It provides companies with easy access to innovations and standardized processes.

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The differences at a glance: public vs. private vs. on-premises

	SAP S/4HANA On-Premises	SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud	SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud
Implementation	Conversion or new implementation	Conversion or new implementation	New implementation
Allowed Add-ons	All	Certified add-ons for SAP S/4HANA	Certified add-ons for Public Cloud
Upgrade provision	Annually	Annually	2 times a year
Upgrade frequency	Flexible	At least every 5 years	Half-yearly
Software price model	Purchase, permanent license	Subscription	Subscription
licensing model	User-basiert	Flexible license distribution	Flexible license distribution

FIS supports you ON YOUR WAY INTO THE CLOUD

Together with you, the FIS IT consultants evaluate the most suitable cloud strategy for your specific requirements. As an SAP partner with “Gold” status, FIS is certified and provides support in the analysis, consulting and implementation of the real-time ERP suite to cover all migration requirements and steps regardless of whether you choose Private Cloud, Public Cloud or a hybrid scenario.

In a complex IT world, experienced professionals and many years of know-how are essential for sustainable corporate success. A trained view from the outside as well as professional project assistance help to successfully master the business transformation into an intelligent enterprise and avoid typical errors.

FAQ on SAP S/4HANA Cloud

SAP S/4HANA Cloud is the latest generation of the SAP ERP system. Two variants exist: Private Edition and Public Edition.

In contrast to the previous on-premises solution, this software solution is located in the cloud. This means that the system is no longer hosted on the premises of the company but, for instance, on SAP servers or the servers of a hyperscaler such as Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud or Microsoft Azure.

The SAP S/4HANA Cloud solution benefits for companies:

reduction of IT costs
more flexibility and scalability
quick implementation of innovations and
SAP Best Practices

More competitive cost structure: no high initial investments in software and hardware due to rental model entailing considerably reduced total cost of ownership
Return on Investment is achieved more quickly (for instance through increasing automation and the use of standard best practices)
Flexibility & scalability: due to a lean IT basis, Cloud ERP can be adjusted to the corporate growth at short notice (e.g. additional functions, licenses, data stores)
Agility & innovation: full ERP scope, which is updated by the provider with regular upgrades and releases and is therefore based on state-of-the-art technologies (e.g. AI)
Mobility & real-time data: data, processes and functions can be called by any kind of terminal anytime and anywhere
Focus on core competences: the company’s IT department focuses on business processes, innovations and further developments; service provider is responsible for securing IT operation, governance, maintenance, updates, application and lifecycle management

When using a Cloud ERP solution such as SAP S/4HANA Cloud, the security of company data is given highest priority. SAP has implemented comprehensive measures and technologies to guarantee the security of sensitive data. These include important aspects such as data security and encryption, access controls and identity management, compliance and certifications, data protection and GDPR conformity, continued monitoring and incident response.

SAP uses theses comprehensive safety measures to make sure that the data of companies is safe and protected in the SAP S/4HANA Cloud (Cloud ERP) solution. Companies can be assured that their sensitive information is protected against threats and unauthorized access and, at the same time, they benefit from an advanced cloud-based ERP solution.

In addition, companies can implement individual safety measures, such as individual encryption of data transfer, 2-factor authentication, safe password combinations or regular audits.

SAP S/4HANA Cloud helps companies reduce their operating costs by reducing the IT infrastructure costs, increasing the efficiency of business processes and using a flexible and scalable solution. Some of the most important aspects to achieve this:

Reduction of IT infrastructure costs caused by missing hardware acquisitions and improved scalability
Lower maintenance costs through automatic updates and reduced number of IT specialists required
More efficient business processes through standardized processes and real-time analyses
Improved use of resources due to increased flexibility and mobility as well as improved reporting
Cost-efficient scaling of IT systems and “pay per use”
Reduction of license costs
Reduced costs through integrated security and compliance standards

Yes, non-SAP systems can also be connected to SAP S/4HANA Cloud. SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP) enables the seamless integration, irrespective of whether SAP systems or other third-party applications are concerned.

SAP BTP offers middleware features assisting companies with the implementation of complex integration scenarios. This includes the orchestration of business processes and data integration. Event-driven architecture supports the implementation of real-time integrations and reactive processes between SAP S/4HANA Cloud and non-SAP systems.

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