RISE with SAP packages have undergone significant enhancements aimed at accelerating digital transformation and making artificial intelligence (AI) more accessible to all customers.
Launched in January 2021, RISE with SAP has partnered with thousands of customers globally, helping them transition to cloud ERP. This period has seen dramatic shifts in business dynamics, including the rise of AI and generative AI as executive priorities, heightened business and supply chain risks, and expanded Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) regulations. Companies have become increasingly reliant on their partner networks to navigate these changes. In response to customer feedback and evolving business needs, SAP has revamped its RISE with SAP offering.
According to Maura Hameroff, Senior Vice President of ERP, Finance, and Digital Supply Chain Product Marketing at SAP, the RISE with SAP packages are designed to meet various business needs and paces of transformation. Two main packages are offered:
- RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, premium: This package enhances SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition with access to SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP), features for low-code application development, additional generative AI capabilities, CFO suite, SAP Datasphere, and SAP Business Network.
- RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, premium plus: This package extends the premium edition with advanced sustainability features, expanded generative AI capabilities, and additional CFO solutions.
AI for All in New RISE with SAP Packages
In her article, Maura Hameroff highlights that a significant enhancement is the integration of Joule, an AI copilot natively embedded into SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition. Joule transforms user interaction with SAP systems by enabling natural language interactions and enhancing productivity. It generates insights based on business data and context, tailored to the user’s role. This democratization of AI capabilities is set to revolutionize business processes and decision-making.
AI has the potential to streamline business operations and improve decision-making. To support customers in adopting these AI-driven innovations, SAP includes AI units in the premium edition packages. These units allow customers to pilot advanced AI applications like SAP Cash Application, SAP Business Integrity Screening, and SAP Field Service Management. Future AI innovations, such as sales order fulfillment, transportation management, and business partner maintenance, are also on the roadmap.
Data-Driven Decision-Making
Accurate and timely data is crucial for informed business decisions. To support this, SAP includes SAP Datasphere in the premium edition of RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition. SAP Datasphere provides seamless access to essential data from ERP and third-party sources, enhancing insights and decision-making.
Additionally, SAP Analytics Cloud for planning is now part of the premium edition, empowering customers to improve financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting using comprehensive system data.
Streamlined Supplier Collaboration
The premium edition also includes SAP Business Network, enabling customers to establish a networked ERP with a supplier portal. This feature simplifies spend compliance, improves cash flow, and enhances business value by facilitating closer supplier collaboration and automating procurement and invoice transactions.
Personalized Onboarding
To ensure a smooth transition to cloud ERP, SAP has introduced embedded launch activities in every RISE with SAP package. These activities include personalized onboarding support through an assigned SAP advisor. The advisor guides customers through the implementation roadmap and educates them on RISE with SAP methodology, the clean core strategy, and the initial setup of tools and services. This personalized support, through one-on-one calls and recorded content, ensures customers are set up for success.
Commitment to Innovation and Customer Success
These enhancements reflect SAP’s commitment to providing innovative solutions that address the evolving needs of businesses in a complex global landscape. By integrating AI, improving data accessibility, and streamlining supplier collaboration, SAP empowers customers to make informed decisions and drive innovation.
Maura Hameroff expresses pride in these improvements and excitement for their impact on customer businesses. As SAP continues to innovate and adapt to the changing business environment, the company remains dedicated to supporting customer success at every step.
The updated RISE with SAP packages represent a significant leap forward in making AI accessible and useful for all customers, ensuring they are equipped to thrive in a dynamic and challenging business landscape.
