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SAP S4/HANA implementation: Process harmonization at Swiss retail group

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Efficient process harmonization and transparency through SAP S/4HANA

The introduction of SAP S/4HANA enabled the harmonization of complex business processes and increased transparency. After successful stabilization, the program was smoothly transferred to the organization.

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Company

  • Production and international trade in the food and non-food sectors as one of the world’s largest private label manufacturers
  • Approx. 6b Swiss francs in revenue in 2023
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Challenge

  • Heterogeneous and divergent starting points within the group of companies in terms of processes, technologies, language, and requirements
  • Significant crisis situation during program implementation (time and budget overrun)
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Goals

  • Replacement of existing ERP systems and targeted process harmonization through the introduction of SAP S/4HANA
  • Ensuring transparency and consistent implementation to build lasting trust among all stakeholders
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Measures

  • Strategic realignment of the overall program in close cooperation with the program management following a crisis situation
  • Review and adaptation of the project organization and governance structures during ongoing implementation
  • Assumption and management of program controlling for internal and external partners
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Results

  • Sustainable stabilization and successful transfer of responsibility for the program to the customer organization to ensure smooth continued operation
  • Establishment of maximum transparency regarding all program progress and sustainable restoration of top management confidence through targeted measures and consistent communication