These outdated tools demand excessive maintenance, limit scalability, and provide sluggish, siloed insights that fail to match the pace of modern business. All these advantages are available through SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, a modern cloud ERP solution designed specifically for business generating small and medium-size companies.

A recent Total Economic Impact™ study by Forrester Consulting highlights the following benefits totaling US$4.8 million in value over three years, based on a composite of surveyed organizations using the cloud ERP:

• 155% ROI over three years and payback in just nine months
• $630,000 in cost savings by replacing outdated, on-premise ERP systems
• 30% improved efficiency in the ERP user experience, creating $3.1 million in value
• $371,000 in added profit, thanks to accelerated global expansion and branch openings
• $443,000 in potential losses avoided with disaster recovery capabilities

The transformational power of cloud ERP

While Forrester Consulting’s findings tell a compelling story of growth, efficiency, and resilience, they only scratch the surface of the broader impact of the cloud ERP. Transitioning to the cloud also unlocks a company’s full potential with a comprehensive foundation of built-in compliance features, scalable licensing, and low-code customization tools.

Imagine a unified system where data flows continuously across departments. It empowers teams to make decisions confidently and act with precision while outpacing competitors and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

According to the Forrester Consulting study, SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition brings that picture to life with:

• Speed to value: Go live in just seven months and begin realizing tangible business benefits within 11 months.
• Scalability: Expand into new markets, streamline operations, or manage complexity as the business grows.
• Resilience: Prepare for any disruption with built-in disaster recovery capabilities.
• Collaboration and innovation: Foster a culture of transparency, strategic thinking, and innovation with real-time, data-driven insights.

Companies that adopt SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition reported measurable gains in revenue, efficiency, and customer satisfaction to Forrester Consulting. One surveyed business doubled its revenue and margin after implementation, thanks to improved visibility and streamlined processes. Meanwhile, another shared that it avoided costly delays in branch openings, accelerating its global expansion.

SAP S/4HANA Cloud doesn’t just support business operations—it accelerates them. Its ready-to-run design combines industry best practices, comprehensive ERP capabilities, and innovative tools such as advanced analytics and tailored licensing models.

The future won’t wait, why should you?

More than another cloud ERP, SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition is a launchpad for success in the digital age.

Companies that embrace the possibilities of SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition are well-positioned to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and lead their industry. But more important, they’re becoming modern enterprises on a trajectory toward ongoing growth.

For more insights on the vast potential of SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, read the Forrester Consulting executive summary, “The Total Economic Impact™ Of SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition,” sponsored by SAP.