BMW Group: Accelerating an ERP transformation and a move to the cloud with migration factory approach
See how BMW Group is embarking on an ambitious IT transformation project to future-proof its ERP systems and move them to the cloud with RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition. Stiahnuť dokumentBMW Group: Accelerating an ERP
transformation and a move to the
cloud with a migration factory approach
BMW Group aims to make individual mobility more human, intelligent, and responsible so
it can move “body, heart, and mind.” As the world’s leading manufacturer of premium cars
and motorcycles, the company is passionate about crafting inspiring, uplifting, and
pleasurable experiences with the power to transform.
Meanwhile, BMW Group is undergoing an IT transformation of its own. Using RISE with
SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, it’s embarking on an ambitious project to future-
proof its ERP systems, move them to the cloud, and create a platform for innovation.
With expert support from SAP, BMW Group is on target to complete this transformation
successfully and on time.
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transformation and a move to the
cloud with a migration factory approach
BMW Group aims to make individual mobility more human, intelligent, and responsible so
it can move “body, heart, and mind.” As the world’s leading manufacturer of premium cars
and motorcycles, the company is passionate about crafting inspiring, uplifting, and
pleasurable experiences with the power to transform.
Meanwhile, BMW Group is undergoing an IT transformation of its own. Using RISE with
SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, it’s embarking on an ambitious project to future-
proof its ERP systems, move them to the cloud, and create a platform for innovation.
With expert support from SAP, BMW Group is on target to complete this transformation
successfully and on time.
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Rapidly building a future-proof technology platform using
RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition
“Some people questioned our ambitions when, shortly
after signing our contract for RISE with SAP, we proposed
combining a complex system split and a cloud
migration. But SAP rose to the challenge and helped
make it happen in fewer than 12 months.”
SAP Transformation Lead, BMW Group
BMW Group
Munich, Germany
www.bmwgroup.com
Industry
Automotive
Employees
154,950
Revenue
€155.5 billion
Products and services
Passenger cars and
motorcycles
Featured solutions and services
RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud
Private Edition, SAP S/4HANA
Cloud Private Edition, and
SAP MaxAttention
30%
Of systems in scope migrated
to RISE with SAP S/4HANA
Cloud Private Edition in
12 months
20%
Of systems in scope
converted to SAP S/4HANA
Cloud Private Edition in
12 months
Before: Challenges and opportunities
• Speedily move 36 on-premise systems to next-generation cloud ERP without impacting day-to-day
operations
• Reduce risk while satisfying the highest security, performance, and availability requirements
Why SAP
• RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition solution, enabling a future SAP software platform
that combines the goals of IT transformation and cloud strategy
• SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, offering a robust solution for standardization and innovation
• A migration factory approach from the SAP Solution Delivery Center group, supported by
SAP MaxAttention services, helping migrate ERP systems to the cloud and convert them to SAP S/4HANA
• Factory approach involving build, migration, and conversion subfactories
After: Value-driven results
• Accelerated transformation to SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, with potential to implement new
standard components and innovate rapidly immediately after conversion
• Increased system performance and higher system availability
• Enabled smooth operations using the platform-as-a-service model managed by SAP
93523enUS (24/10) © 2024 SAP SE or an SAP affiliate company. sap.com/terms-of-use
Executive overview Objectives Solution Results
Rapidly building a future-proof technology platform using
RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition
“Some people questioned our ambitions when, shortly
after signing our contract for RISE with SAP, we proposed
combining a complex system split and a cloud
migration. But SAP rose to the challenge and helped
make it happen in fewer than 12 months.”
SAP Transformation Lead, BMW Group
BMW Group
Munich, Germany
www.bmwgroup.com
Industry
Automotive
Employees
154,950
Revenue
€155.5 billion
Products and services
Passenger cars and
motorcycles
Featured solutions and services
RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud
Private Edition, SAP S/4HANA
Cloud Private Edition, and
SAP MaxAttention
30%
Of systems in scope migrated
to RISE with SAP S/4HANA
Cloud Private Edition in
12 months
20%
Of systems in scope
converted to SAP S/4HANA
Cloud Private Edition in
12 months
Before: Challenges and opportunities
• Speedily move 36 on-premise systems to next-generation cloud ERP without impacting day-to-day
operations
• Reduce risk while satisfying the highest security, performance, and availability requirements
Why SAP
• RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition solution, enabling a future SAP software platform
that combines the goals of IT transformation and cloud strategy
• SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, offering a robust solution for standardization and innovation
• A migration factory approach from the SAP Solution Delivery Center group, supported by
SAP MaxAttention services, helping migrate ERP systems to the cloud and convert them to SAP S/4HANA
• Factory approach involving build, migration, and conversion subfactories
After: Value-driven results
• Accelerated transformation to SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, with potential to implement new
standard components and innovate rapidly immediately after conversion
• Increased system performance and higher system availability
• Enabled smooth operations using the platform-as-a-service model managed by SAP
93523enUS (24/10) © 2024 SAP SE or an SAP affiliate company. sap.com/terms-of-use
Executive overview Objectives Solution Results