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SAP solutions for the logistics sector

Growing challenges for logistics operators

Complex structures

Many resources to steer across the value chain, with real-time visibility.

Data shared with partners

Considerable volumes of information to process instantly.

Pressure on lead times

The rise of e-commerce and traceability requirements demand operational agility.

Limited traditional ERPs

Isolated functions that barely evolve with a changing operation.

The solutions dedicated to the supply chain

  1. SAP S/4HANA Purchasing, stock, production and distribution on a single real-time database.
  2. SAP EWM Advanced warehouse management: storage, picking, packing and shipping.
  3. SAP TM Route planning, shipment consolidation, freight tendering and dispatch tracking.
  4. SAP Ariba A global supplier network to optimize purchasing and secure supply.

The warehouse, the pillar of performance

SAP EWM automates receiving, storage and order preparation. Together with SAP Analytics Cloud it delivers logistics performance dashboards.

Dynamic locations

Intelligent put-away strategies.

Optimized picking waves

Order preparation in waves.

Cross-docking

Goods in transit with no intermediate storage.

Returns management

Returns integrated into the flow.

Key indicators: service rate, stock rotation and storage cost per unit.

The main lever for cost reduction

SAP TM enables multimodal planning, load optimization and real-time delivery tracking.

Multimodal planning

Combining transport modes.

Load optimization

Making the most of every shipment.

Delivery routes

Last mile planned for distribution.

Customer notification

Real-time delivery alerts.

Native integration with SAP Concur for transport expenses and SAP Cash Management for financial steering.

Internet of Things on SAP BTP

An approach especially suited to sectors where compliance and traceability are critical.

Asset tracking

Real-time asset location.

Predictive maintenance

Anticipating breakdowns in logistics equipment.

Sensitive goods

Traceability of goods that require special conditions.

Where it adds most

Food, chemicals and industrial equipment.

The whole project lifecycle

From an audit of your current supply chain processes through to go-live, including training for operational teams.

Application maintenance (TMA) and continuous support (CSM) for sustained performance.

  1. Process audit

    Diagnosis of the current supply chain.

  2. Target solution design

    Definition of the functional scope.

  3. Integration and setup

    Rolling out the modules.

  4. Data migration

    Transfer to the new system.

  5. Training and go-live

    Operational teams supported.

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Transform your supply chain with SAP

Find out how SAP logistics solutions can strengthen your competitive advantage.