Every SAP customer today has heard about BTP. Many even have it bundled into their RISE or GROW contract. Yet in my work since over 12 years, guiding hundreds of companies across industries, I have seen the same pattern repeat. Everyone thinks they are on a journey with BTP, but most are not moving very … Read more
Recently, I came across a staggering case: a global enterprise spent over five years and millions of dollars developing a business-critical application using RAP (Restful ABAP Programming) — simply because the internal and partner teams were comfortable with ABAP. The app, built using RAP on SAP BTP, eventually ran into serious performance bottlenecks and scalability … Read more
You’ve heard it a hundred times – “keep the core clean“. But what does that really mean in practice when you’re knee-deep in a Fit/Gap workshop and the business just flagged a “go-live critical” requirement that doesn’t exist in standard SAP? Welcome to the tightrope walk of SAP S/4HANA transformation where innovation collides with legacy … Read more
SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP) has become SAP’s next biggest bet after it’s core ERP S/4HANA. As the technical foundation of the entire SAP ecosystem, it plays a pivotal role for thousands of organizations worldwide. This blog aims to answer the most common questions about SAP BTP, providing clarity for both newcomers and experienced … Read more
In the ever-evolving SAP and ERP technology landscape, businesses constantly struggle with legacy applications, custom developments, and technical debt. This is where structured audits—App Rationalization, Clean Core, and RICEFW audits can make a difference. Especially when making one of the major decisions to move from ECC on premise to S/4HANA. These assessments help organizations streamline … Read more
S/4HANA implementations can be complex, time-consuming, and full of unexpected challenges. But what if AI could take some of the heavy lifting off our shoulders? That’s exactly what’s happening now—AI is transforming the way we analyze, configure, test, and deploy SAP systems. Let’s break down where and how AI could potentially make a real difference … Read more
SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) is packed with possibilities. It helps businesses build apps, automate processes, integrate systems, and leverage AI and do much more – all without modifying the core ERP. But with so many possibilities, projects can easily run into challenges—some of which don’t become obvious until it’s too late. From scope creep … Read more
If you’ve been around SAP implementations for a while, you’re probably familiar with RICEFWs—Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Enhancements, Forms, and Workflows. These are the backbone of any SAP project, helping bridge gaps between standard SAP functionality and actual business needs. For years, the default approach was to build everything inside the SAP system using ABAP. But … Read more
I’ve spent over two decades in enterprise applications—from ERP and CRM to HRIS—and I’ve seen firsthand how transformative the right technology can be. In my journey, SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) has emerged as a game changer, opening up a wealth of opportunities across the board for SAP and enterprise IT landscapes. In this blog, … Read more
SAP’s S/4HANA Clean Core strategy is essential for organizations looking to keep their ERP systems future-proof, upgrade-friendly, and extensible. However, achieving and maintaining a Clean Core is not just about technology—it requires strong governance that cuts across multiple areas and workstreams. A well-structured Clean Core governance model ensures that customizations are minimized, extensions are built … Read more
Let’s face it—building custom SAP solutions or AI applications on the SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) can be pretty daunting. Requirements shift, users’ expectations evolve, and scope creep often turns your neat, organized project into an overwhelming mess. But what if there were a simpler way? That’s exactly where Design Sprints step in. So, What’s … Read more
When working with SAP customizations, one of the most common questions I come across is: Should we extend within the core system (in-app) or build a side car extension (side-by-side)? I’ve dealt with this dilemma many times, especially when working with SAP S/4HANA extensions on SAP BTP. With SuccessFactors or Ariba, it’s side by side … Read more
A structured methodology is key to the success of any SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) project. This comprehensive approach ensures that every phase is well-planned and executed, reducing risks and maximizing business value. The following outlines a detailed, step-by-step process that covers all critical stages, from initial discovery to continuous improvement in the run phase. … Read more
Being a BTP (Business Technology Platform) Solution Architect is an exciting role. You get to design, build, and optimize solutions that bring real value to businesses. But it also comes with its challenges. Based on my experience, here are my top ten tips, ranked in descending order of importance, starting with #10. 10. Document Everything … Read more
In the ever-evolving world of enterprise software, one thing is clear: SaaS are here to stay for a very long time. But what happens when a SaaS solution doesn’t meet all the business needs? That’s where extensions come in. And if you’re working in the SAP ecosystem, Platform as a Service (PaaS) is your best … Read more