In the transformation process, large enterprises might be concerned about: whether they can migrate the ERP with copious data to the cloud.
The answer is: Yes! In recent years, cloud-based ERP systems have gained popularity. In 2020, WiAdvance assisted an enterprise customer in building its internal system with a fully cloud-based architecture which incorporated a salient ERP system.The enterprise's clients include Microsoft, Facebook, and other large customers. In view of its global strategy and 24-hour client collaboration, the enterprise adopts a full cloud design for its IT services as most of its clients are in European and American markets. When entering the ERP system, with the entire system on the cloud, offices, server rooms, and factories worldwide have access to the latest information all the time, such as financial data, inventory, procurement progress, and staffing.
Why did SAP migrate to Azure Cloud?
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Is SAP compatible with Microsoft?
SAP has been working with Microsoft for 20 years and announced in January 2021 a wide-ranging expansion of their cloud partnership to automate the migration and operation of SAP S/4HANA on Azure, thereby improving the efficiency of ERP on the cloud. -
What about cyber security of uploaded data?
Azure has 3,500 cyber security experts, giving you the most stable cyber security backing in the industry. In addition to keeping you in the loop about your cyber security, it also generates cyber security reports anytime you need to verify your company's data security and compliance. -
What additional features can I get with Azure?
If your company uses Microsoft Office, with Azure Cloud you can integrate Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, and Office with SAP to improve your workflow and enhance your user experience!
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Will the investment in deploying data on the cloud offer a return?
A commissioned study by Forrester Consulting TEI indicates that organizations can achieve a 3-year ROI of more than 100% by moving their outdated SAP infrastructure to Azure, and the investment will pay for itself within nine months. Enterprise clients, for instance, can save 40% in the total cost of ownership over 5 years! -
Can I only migrate parts of my data to the cloud?
Since it is difficult for many enterprises to migrate their data to the cloud, Azure focuses specifically on developing hybrid cloud architectures and applications. If an enterprise already has a data center, it can gradually build cloud-ready systems and data on the cloud to reduce maintenance and costs on the ground. -
Can Azure help me analyze my data?
Azure integrates SAP and non-SAP data and uses Microsoft Power BI to visualize data. You can also build low-code workflows on Microsoft Power Platform to assist you in analyzing data and gaining new insight into business directions!
Why Choose WiAdvance as your SAP on Azure deployment partner?
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SAP and Microsoft certified, a professional service team and partner
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Wistron Corporation's experiences in manufacturing support the client's operational needs.
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Complete pre-planning, implementation, and follow-up technical support.
Four steps to complete your SAP on Azure deployment
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Prepare
Work with experts to explore and evaluate your SAP assets so that they are sufficient to realize your vision. -
Migrate
Use tools such as SAP Deployment Automation Framework to materialize your plans. -
Execute
Use Azure Backup for SAP HANA and Azure Monitor for SAP to fully execute your vision. -
Innovate
Apply Azure Data Services to get real-time business insights and create new customer experiences.
Significant benefits of SAP on Azure for businesses
Save management costs and increase operational efficiency
SAP on Azure will significantly reduce the infrastructure costs of development and testing for businesses, saving about 40% of the total 5-year cost of ownership compared to a local deployment. Backup and disaster recovery can also be performed through Azure's built-in services, simplifying management and increasing operational efficiency.
More agile system deployment and more flexible expansion
Compared to the past, when it took businesses about 2 weeks to set up an SAP system environment, cloudification only takes 2 hours via Azure. If needed, it is easy to upgrade the performance of on-demand virtual machines in no time without waiting for the hardware to be ready.
The cloud as enterprise data center, accelerating application innovation
As businesses expand, management systems for human resources and product lifecycles will continue to migrate to the cloud in the future. Value-added applications on the SAP Cloud Platform and Azure allow businesses to be on top of global supply chain progress, promoting production and intelligent customer service.
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