Aerospace and defence

Simplify complex operations, manage risk, and meet customer demand with aerospace and defence software from SAP.
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Increase innovation and strengthen compliance in aerospace and defence manufacturing

Optimise operations with SAP using connected processes, real-time insights, and embedded AI across large manufacturers, suppliers, and the broader aerospace and space ecosystem.

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Our aerospace and defence software can help you:

  • Enable a secure digital thread from initial design to program delivery.

  • Deliver complex projects on time with orchestrated supply networks.

  • Strengthen compliance and protect data with comprehensive sovereign cloud offerings.

  • Attract and retain talent with digitalised operations and training programmes.

  • Create new revenue streams with recurring and usage-based business models.

Modernise fleets and mission systems end-to-end

Support operational excellence and lasting competitiveness by driving innovation in aircraft, defence, and the emerging space economy—from concept development through the entire lifecycle.

Secure resilient and sustainable supply networks

Meet global demand and navigate disruptions to support both commercial and defence readiness using agile supply chains that support collaboration across the global ecosystem.

Advance talent and future-ready skills

Improve workforce performance and retain aerospace talent by developing employee skills, driving continuous improvement, and leveraging new technology across the enterprise.

Deepen customer engagement and enable new business models

Drive long-term growth and enhance customer relationships through tailored engagements, strategic alliances, and flexible service- and outcome-based models.

AI for aerospace and defence

Enable aerospace and defence modernisation with AI that orchestrates assistants and agents across operations to improve efficiency, agility, and business growth.

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Autonomous adaptive production

Unify configure-to-order (CTO) and engineer-to-order (ETO) workflows to boost delivery speed, efficiency, and margins.

Explore aerospace and defence software from SAP and partners that can help your business run better

Control costs, manage mission-critical projects, and strengthen compliance with connected processes across finance, supply chain, manufacturing, HR, sales, and service.

See how customers are succeeding with SAP solutions for aerospace and defence manufacturing

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SAP S/4HANA Cloud named a Leader

Explore why Gartner named SAP Cloud ERP a Leader in its 2025 Magic Quadrant report for Cloud ERP for product-centric enterprises.*

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Trusted orchestration and smarter execution

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SAP Sovereign Cloud

Comply with local laws and regulations at a national security level while retaining full control over data and infrastructure in the cloud.

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Management resources to drive space sector growth

SAP Cloud ERP helps space companies manage business operations without diverting from core missions.

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Scalable and flexible supply chain management

SAP Cloud ERP solutions help aerospace and defence companies tackle supply chain complexities without disrupting operations.

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Enterprise Power: Space Signals for Real-World Impact

Explore how scalable cloud ERP and AI power the next wave of innovation and turning raw space data into real operational value.

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See our solutions in action

Learn how solutions tailored to your industry can help you improve operations, innovate faster, and grow with confidence.

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See what’s ahead for your industry

Explore SAP road maps to learn about upcoming innovations, product advancements, and future capabilities.

FAQ

SAP Business Suite helps aerospace and defence companies integrate finance, manufacturing, supply chain, and MRO. It can also help manage complex, long-cycle programmes, strengthen quality and regulatory compliance, and gain realtime visibility for better cost, schedule, and asset decisions.

SAP supports sovereign cloud capabilities through a dedicated SAP Sovereign Cloud portfolio that combines full‑stack control, regional deployment options, and regulated‑industry compliance, while still delivering continuous SAP and AI innovation.

SAP supports sustainability for aerospace and defence  manufacturers by embedding environmental and social metrics into core business processes—from design and sourcing to production, MRO, and reporting. SAP also helps align sustainability capabilities with security and export control protocols while still enabling robust emissions measurement, resource management, and ESG reporting.

AI-driven predictive maintenance, automated quality control, and demand forecasting helps aerospace and defence manufacturers reduce downtime, minimise defects, and optimise inventory.

Aerospace manufacturers can request a demo, review product capabilities, and consult with SAP  for tailored guidance on applicable SAP solutions.

*Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Cloud ERP for Product-Centric Enterprises, 13 October 2025, Greg Leiter.

 

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