What if your organisation could unlock over $8.9 million in annual benefits—while enhancing security, increasing operational resiliency, and reducing IT complexity? That’s exactly what IDC found in its latest research on SAP Cloud ERP Private.

In an era where digital threats and operational complexity challenge every enterprise, the latest IDC research paper, “The Business Value of Enhancing Security and Resiliency with SAP Cloud ERP Private”, offers compelling evidence of how organisations can transform risk into opportunity. By migrating from on-premises ERP to SAP Cloud ERP Private, leading businesses are not only fortifying their security posture but also accelerating innovation, reducing costs, and building a resilient foundation for growth.

Why security and resilience matter

High-profile breaches and outages have served as a wake-up call, pushing organisations to confront the real urgency of cybersecurity and resilience in today’s digital landscape.

Companies now face growing pressure to protect sensitive data, ensure business continuity, and maintain customer trust—all while navigating increasingly complex IT environments.

The IDC report quantifies the tangible benefits organisations are realising after moving from traditional on-premises ERP systems to SAP Cloud ERP—including stronger security, reduced risk, and greater resilience—showing how this shift helps companies better respond to today’s evolving challenges.

Maximise ROI and operational efficiency with SAP Cloud ERP Private

By adopting SAP Cloud ERP Private, a comprehensive private cloud-based solution, organisations can transform how they manage operations, security, and scalability — all while staying ahead of change.

Leveraging SAP’s expertise and managed cloud infrastructure, organisations benefit from a unified experience, with SAP as the single point of contact and accountability, including service-level agreements (SLAs). SAP orchestrates operations in coordination with leading hyperscaler partners, or within the customer’s own data centres, to ensure seamless service delivery. This model allows companies to delegate critical security responsibilities to trusted providers, reduce IT complexity, and focus more strategically on their core business objectives.

Quantified business value: Security, productivity, and cost savings

The IDC study, based on in-depth interviews with global organisations representing diverse industries and geographies, quantifies the remarkable benefits realised with the security capabilities and services of SAP Cloud ERP Private. Amongst the most striking findings:

• Annual average benefits: Organisations achieved an average of $8.9 million in annual benefits per company, or $521,000 per SAP application, with the help of SAP Cloud ERP security services.
• Return on investment: A three-year ROI of 275%, underscoring the financial impact of enhanced security and operational efficiency.
• Security operations: 58% quicker security patching and 89% faster cyber threat detection, drastically reducing exposure to risk.
• Risk reduction: A 42% decrease in overall exposure to business and operational risk, minimising the likelihood and impact of unplanned downtime events.

These results are not just numbers. They translate into tangible improvements in business performance, customer satisfaction, and the ability to innovate with confidence.

Customer voices: Real-world impact across industries

The research captures candid feedback from organisations that have embraced SAP Cloud ERP Private:

These testimonials underscore the platform’s ability to deliver on its promises: enabling innovation, simplifying operations, and providing peace of mind through robust, managed security.

Key security and operational advantages

SAP Cloud ERP Private provides a suite of security and operational benefits designed to address today’s most pressing business challenges:

• Shared fate model: SAP works in close collaboration with customers and partners to co-manage security responsibilities under a shared model. As the single point of contact, SAP helps streamline operations so businesses can concentrate on innovation and long-term goals.
• High availability and disaster recovery: SAP manages patches, updates, security monitoring, and disaster recovery, supporting operational continuity even in the face of unforeseen events.
• Compliance and data protection: Customers benefit from contractual assurances for data protection, privacy, and regular third-party audits, reducing regulatory risk and bolstering trust.

Beyond security, SAP Cloud ERP Private acts as a catalyst for digital transformation. By offloading technical operations to SAP, IT teams can redirect their focus from routine maintenance to strategic initiatives that drive business value. This shift not only boosts productivity but also empowers organisations to respond rapidly to market changes and customer demands.

A platform for the future

IDC research underscores a critical insight: migrating to SAP Cloud ERP Private is not just a technical shift—it’s a strategic move that positions organisations to lead in a digital-first world. With demonstrable gains in security, resilience, cost efficiency, and innovation, SAP Cloud ERP Private enables enterprises to transform risk management into a source of competitive advantage.

As organisations navigate the next phase of digital transformation, SAP offers a clear, future-ready path—delivering a comprehensive framework that enables confident migration, unlocks measurable business value, strengthens operational resilience, and accelerates innovation in a fast-moving, complex landscape.