An Overview of Availability Check in SAP S/4HANA
When it comes to managing production processes in SAP S/4HANA, ensuring that all required resources are available is critical to avoiding delays and disruptions.
SAP Recognized as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Cloud HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterprises
We’re proud to announce that SAP is a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterprises for the 10th consecutive time.
SAP was once again recognized for its ability to execute and completeness of vision. Gartner defines cloud HCM suites for 1,000+ employee enterprises as cloud application suites that deliver functionality for attracting, developing, engaging, retaining, and managing employees.
SAP SuccessFactors HCM provides global HR cloud software to over 10,000 customers worldwide, from startups and mid-sized companies to large enterprises. With a strong global core, embedded AI capabilities, and a robust partner ecosystem, SAP SuccessFactors empowers organizations with the technology to help unlock their workforce potential. By combining skills intelligence and flexible HCM solutions, our solutions can enable organizations to stay future-ready and continuously adapt in an ever-changing world.
Shaping the future of work
At SAP Sapphire in May, we announced several exciting innovations and new product offerings designed to transform how HR and business leaders manage, empower, and support their people, including:
- Performance and Goals Agent, our first HR agent, equips managers with critical insights to help foster more meaningful and productive conversations with employees.
- WalkMe for SAP SuccessFactors HCM can accelerate adoption of SAP SuccessFactors solutions by offering users contextual guidance while also giving HR teams insights into where there may be gaps.
- People Intelligence package in SAP Business Data Cloud helps unify customers’ people, skills, finance, and business data into AI-driven workforce insights—enabling HR and business leaders to make smarter, more proactive decisions that drive measurable outcomes.
- SAP SuccessFactors Enterprise Service Management, our new HR service delivery solution, can accelerate ticket case resolutions with AI, giving employees self-service tools to quickly get answers while freeing up HR teams from time-consuming tasks.
Our first half 2025 release also brought over 250 new innovations designed to address any business need and help organizations stay ahead of the curve, including Joule on mobile, redesigned candidate and alumni journeys in recruiting and onboarding, an enhanced user experience in SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central, and more.
As organizations continue to face growing skills gaps, SAP is committed to helping its customers attract and retain top talent in an increasingly competitive landscape. On September 11, SAP completed its acquisition of SmartRecruiters, a leading talent acquisition software provider, further strengthening the ability to support customers across the entire hire-to-retire journey.
Driving impact across industries
Customers across industries and sizes are unlocking measurable value from the SAP SuccessFactors HCM portfolio.
- American Honda, a subsidiary of Honda Motor Company Ltd., is powering EV innovation with a skills-based talent strategy. “The business AI capabilities in SAP SuccessFactors solutions empower us to be a better company, automotive producer, and mobility leader. These tools will give our associates the flexibility to gain efficiencies and the opportunity to upskill and reskill as needed, creating an interconnected environment where they can perform at their best,” said Tim Grimminger, HR Data and Technology manager, American Honda Motor Company Inc.
- Galicia, a leading bank in Argentina, is transforming its HR operations with SAP SuccessFactors solutions. “Incorporating AI technology greatly simplified the hiring experience for both the candidates and the recruiters who perform these tasks,” said Florencia Varise, Analytic Hub and IT Ecosystem lead, Galicia.
- Capgemini, a global business and technology partner, is building a skills engine to support the employee lifecycle. “Skills are at the core of our company, as they support both clients and employees. Our promise to ‘get the future you want’ means thinking about future client needs and employee skills and career development. SAP SuccessFactors HCM is key in our skills-first approach to our people experience transformation,” said Jihane Baciocchini, vice president and head of Talent Acquisition, Capgemini.
Unlocking workforce potential
Looking ahead, we’re excited to continue delivering innovations that help our customers increase organizational agility and productivity, accelerate growth, and make every employee a success story.
Join us at Success Connect at SAP Connect, October 6-8 in Las Vegas, Nevada, or virtually on October 9, to learn about our latest innovations and how to build a workforce that’s ready for what’s next.
Read the full Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterprises report.
Lara Albert is chief marketing officer at SAP SuccessFactors.
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The New Procurement Muscle: Collaboration for Innovation and Impact
As organizations face mounting pressure to demonstrate progress on environmental goals while navigating geopolitical shifts, procurement is stepping up. Unlike years past, today’s procurement teams have secured their seat at the executive table, supported by stronger internal alignment and more strategic supplier partnerships.
Yet a curious trend has emerged: many companies are pursuing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals more discreetly, a phenomenon known as “green-hushing.” In fact, PwC found that while some companies have pulled back, about 84% are either maintaining or strengthening their climate commitments, even as they become less vocal about them. This demonstrates that despite shifting political winds, businesses recognize that sustainability initiatives remain fundamentally good for business.
A comprehensive study sponsored by SAP and conducted by Economist Impact confirms this shifting landscape, revealing growing confidence in procurement’s capacity to deliver on ESG performance indicators. While risk factors are rising, so is readiness—a shift that is especially encouraging for procurement executives overseeing ESG performance. The data shows approximately 90% of respondents report strong internal collaboration between procurement and other departments, up from 75% last year.
The external picture is equally promising: over 90% of executives report that deeper supplier partnerships are yielding benefits, particularly in driving innovation and sustainability outcomes. For procurement leaders, the data tells a clear story: collaboration may be the new currency of success.
Collaboration: The silent engine of progress
Procurement’s strategic influence is expanding through tighter integration with internal stakeholders. As teams become more embedded across business functions, they’re unlocking new value through improved orchestration and proactive planning. Specialized business partner groups that bridge strategy and execution are helping meet cross-functional needs.
This enhanced collaboration has yielded key benefits, including cost savings (74%) and improved digital adoption (61%). However, a gap remains between these immediate gains and longer-term value drivers like innovation and agility. As procurement operations continue to digitize, talent development must adapt. AI proficiency and ethical technology have emerged as the top skill priorities for procurement hires over the next 12-18 months (68%), followed by sustainability expertise (55%).
Enabled by digital tools that deliver “360-degree visibility,” procurement executives are seeing alignment between category strategies and broader enterprise objectives, helping them spot risks, understand market shifts, and manage supplier performance more effectively.
Supplier partnerships: Accelerating ESG progress and innovation
Forward-thinking procurement organizations are now partnering with suppliers to introduce solutions like recyclable packaging, greener materials, and low-emission logistics. These collaborations are accelerating decarbonization efforts while helping future-proof supply chains.
Despite decreased governmental prioritization of sustainability in some regions, smart companies continue pursuing ESG goals when they align with business objectives. Nearly half (48%) of executives report improved sustainability performance from closer supplier ties, and 38% cite more supplier-driven innovation.
Many procurement teams are navigating uncertainty around their ESG approach, questioning whether to lead sustainability initiatives boldly or keep their efforts under the radar amid regulatory shifts. Regardless of this strategic tension, the value of supplier collaboration remains undeniable, particularly as these efforts often improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
Procurement can strengthen this momentum by investing in platforms that track emissions, monitor regulatory developments, and support compliance. Many organizations are expanding efforts to address Scope 3 emissions—typically the most challenging to measure—with increasing sophistication around supplier data collection and performance expectations. This shift reflects increased accountability across the value chain and reinforces procurement’s pivotal role in advancing ESG objectives.
While public sentiment and political consensus may fluctuate, regulators continue to advance mandatory disclosure requirements and climate accountability measures. Preparation is especially urgent as new policies—from the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive to Germany’s Supply Chain Due Diligence Act—impose stricter requirements on businesses.
Even if some regulations face delays or deprioritization, they are not disappearing. Organizations that act now will be best positioned to lead when enforcement inevitably intensifies.
Meeting elevated standards through supplier collaboration
The evolution of procurement’s influence rests on one fundamental capability: collaboration.
Internally, effective collaboration drives digital adoption, reduces costs, and breaks down organizational silos. Externally, it powers sustainability initiatives and fosters innovation. Without it, even the most sophisticated ESG strategies risk faltering. Poorly structured collaboration leads to critical data gaps, duplicated effort, and supplier fatigue. Today’s procurement executives must ensure their ESG and risk management approaches don’t overburden suppliers, or they risk disengagement precisely when long-term innovation is needed most.
Increased collaboration is consistently cited as the primary driver of accelerated ESG progress. Maintaining this momentum requires balance: bold action tempered by operational pragmatism, and clear expectations paired with tools that support supplier compliance and success.
Procurement’s moment of opportunity
Procurement is uniquely positioned to translate sustainability ambitions into measurable, scalable outcomes. By fostering collaboration across business units and with suppliers, it can shape the future of responsible business.
Even when ESG ambitions are pursued discreetly, the business case for action remains compelling—both for organizational performance and broader societal benefit. Companies that maintain sustainability initiatives despite changing political priorities position themselves advantageously for the future while capturing immediate operational benefits. Procurement’s ability to embed sustainability considerations into core decisions consistently and collaboratively will define its impact in the years ahead.
SAP Ariba solutions can integrate seamlessly with SAP Sustainability Footprint Management and SAP Sustainability Data Exchange to help businesses better track, manage, and reduce their environmental impact across the supply chain. These solutions can enable organizations to incorporate sustainability metrics into procurement decisions, improve transparency with trading partners, and help ensure compliance with evolving environmental regulations.
Many of the insights above were explored during the following Economist Impact webinar, “Measuring up: Balancing risks and goals for strategic procurement.” To delve further into these topics and hear expert perspectives, watch the webinar replay on demand. For those eager to continue the conversation and engage directly with leaders in the field, the upcoming SAP Connect event—October 6-8 in Las Vegas, Nevada—offers an excellent opportunity to join on-site and gain deeper insights into strategic procurement, ESG initiatives, and innovation. Register today.
Baber Farooq is senior vice president and head of Market Strategy for SAP Ariba.
What is FP&A Today?
In this video, we explore the meaning and significance of financial planning and analysis (FP&A) in the modern business landscape. FP&A is a set of connected processes aimed at maximizing profitability. It encompasses planning, forecasting, scenario modeling, budgeting, performance reporting, and more.
As the business world evolves, so does the practice of FP&A. Intense competition, economic volatility, and the need for speed have reshaped the day-to-day operations. Market demand has become volatile, requiring accelerated planning cycles that align with the “whenever needed” approach instead of fixed schedules.
Today, CFOs and their teams seek real-time insights, which spreadsheets or stand-alone systems can no longer provide. They turn to sophisticated FP&A solutions that integrate financial, operational, and external data (such as market trends) into a single source of truth.
Powerful, integrated FP&A solutions from SAP help organizations to analyze information in real time, uncover in-depth insights, and make informed decisions to address today’s challenges while anticipating tomorrow’s needs.
Unlock the potential of financial planning and analysis (FP&A) today.
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Turn Complexity into Clarity with SAP Business Suite
See how Best Run Manufacturing overcomes supply volatility, bottlenecks, and strict deadlines by leveraging SAP Business Suite and embedded AI.
Follow Brenda, the COO, and her team as they use SAP Integrated Business Planning to detect demand spikes, SAP Business Suite to optimize production, and SAP Digital Manufacturing with AI-powered visual inspection to ensure top quality. Discover how AI-driven backorder processing helps reroute inventory and meet customer commitments, turning complexity into clarity and enabling agile, on-time delivery.
Learn more: https://sap.to/60574naxZ
0:00 – Meeting High-Volume Manufacturing Challenges
0:21 – Full Visibility with SAP Business Suite
0:34 – AI-Driven Demand Planning & Forecasting
0:53 – Production Optimization & Workload Balancing
1:09 – AI-Powered Visual Inspection in Manufacturing
1:20 – AI-Assisted Backorder Processing & Fulfillment
1:39 – Turning Complexity into Clarity with SAP
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What Is Backorder Processing Simulation in SAP S/4HANA for Advanced ATP?
In this blog post, we’ll delve into the significance of standard SAP S/4HANA for advanced ATP backorder processing simulation capabilities.
Candy + Cloud ERP: How Mars Wrigley Future-Proofed Its Business | SAP Sapphire 2025
Join Mars Wrigley’s Global CIO, Will Beery, and Global VP of Digital Platforms, Pravin Moturu, as they share how Mars is transforming its business with SAP RISE, Business Suite, and AI.
Discover Mars’ three-tier ERP strategy, rapid growth through acquisitions, and how automation, real-time analytics, and Joule AI are driving productivity and innovation across their global enterprise.
01:27 – Mars’ Transformation Journey
02:27 – Three-Tier ERP Strategy
03:38 – Digital Platforms & Productivity
04:53 – Model-Driven Architecture
05:28 – AI & Change Management
06:14 – BDC & Data Standardization
Watch the full SAP Sapphire Global Keynote: https://sap.to/6056NLqKK
Watch all SAP Sapphire replays on demand: https://sap.to/6059NLqK3
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Discover the Application Development and Automation Track @ SAP TechEd | Register today
Register today: https://sap.to/6050uDTaj
Advance your knowledge on building full-stack enterprise-grade applications, process automations, and business sites. Use powerful extensibility options to digitalize processes from end to end, whether as a business user or an ABAP or non-ABAP developer, with a spectrum of full-code and no-code programming options. Learn the best strategies for working in fusion development teams, foster innovation with good governance, and accelerate digital transformation.
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Better Workflows with WalkMe in SAP Ariba Category Management | 2505 Release Highlights
WalkMe, the leading digital adoption platform (recently acquired by SAP), overlays on any application, identifying where workflows break and providing personalized guidance and automation to help your people get the job done.
Discover how WalkMe provides role-based guidance with tailored onboarding tasks through engaging and intuitive guidance to help users quickly achieve value.
As you’ll see in this video, WalkMe is currently available within guided buying and guided sourcing capabilities. With our upcoming August 2025 release, you can expect WalkMe in many more SAP Ariba applications, so stay tuned!
For customers interested in creating their own customized content and WalkMe guidance (beyond what SAP Ariba is providing), you can purchase WalkMe Premium. Please see your account representative for more details.
0:21 – Guided Buying Integration with WalkMe (GUIDEB-1250)
1:30 – Guided Sourcing Integration with WalkMe (SOURCE-2530)
For more details regarding WalkMe please see the WalkMe section of the SAP Help Portal: https://sap.to/605646Pi0
Stay informed with our SAP Road Map Explorer: https://sap.to/6056n4u1g
Inside KIND’s Digital Transformation: From Legacy Systems to SAP Cloud ERP | SAP Sapphire 2025
Join Anand Radhakrishnan, CIO of KIND (a Mars subsidiary), as he shares the inside story of KIND’s digital transformation journey and why choosing SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition was a game-changer for their health and wellness business unit.
Discover how KIND and its parent company Mars, are leveraging cloud ERP to integrate new brands, drive operational efficiency, and support rapid growth, while building a foundation for future AI and data-led innovation.
00:15: Warm welcome for Anand Radhakrishnan, CIO of KIND (Mars subsidiary)
00:36: Why KIND chose SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition and the business context behind the decision
01:22: Challenges of integrating insurgent brands and the need for agile, scalable ERP
02:20: How SAP Cloud ERP supports two-tier architecture and simplifies business processes
03:09: KIND’s transformation journey: Crawl, walk, run—MVP deployment and onboarding new brands
05:05: Looking ahead: Data-led AI transformation and the future of KIND’s digital journey
Watch the full SAP Sapphire Global Keynote: https://sap.to/6055Nar6x
Watch all SAP Sapphire replays: https://sap.to/6056Nar6I
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