Aerospace and defense

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

Optimize 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 defense 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 digitalized operations and training programs.

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

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Modernize fleets and mission systems end-to-end

Support operational excellence and lasting competitiveness by driving innovation in aircraft, defense, 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 defense 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 defense

Enable aerospace and defense modernization 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.

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Explore aerospace and defense 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.

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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

See how SAP’s AI-powered manufacturing and supply chain solutions turn market pressures into new opportunities at HANNOVER MESSE.

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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 defense companies tackle supply chain complexities without disrupting operations.

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The digital thread imperative in aerospace and defense

Unify design, production, and sustainment with a digital thread to boost efficiency, cut costs, and build resilient aerospace and defense operations.

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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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Grow your business with cloud ERP

Discover how SAP GROW helps businesses in every industry scale faster with AI-powered cloud ERP designed for growth.

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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.

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FAQ

SAP Business Suite helps aerospace and defense companies integrate finance, manufacturing, supply chain, and MRO. It can also help manage complex, long-cycle programs, 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 defense  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 defense manufacturers reduce downtime, minimize defects, and optimize 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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