Main project goals

• Analysis, harmonization and optimization of existing business processes
• Create a global blueprint for all manufacturing, supply chain and finance & controlling business processes that includes solution concepts for an SAP S/4HANA implementation
• Create a global ERP template based on SAP S/4HANA with the integration to 3rd party systems for PLM, MRP, SRM, CRM and document management systems
• Functional and technical documentation of business processes

Solution

• Define a global and standardized data and process model
• Set up an implementation program for a blueprint and subsequent rollouts with a modular pilot approach
• Roll-out of the sales and service template for the Swiss location with 25 SAP users

Important advantages

• Process design in the areas of PLM, MRP, SRM, CRM, Controlling & Finance and Quality Management
• Integration of the global intercompany business across the complete system landscape
• Define functional requirements for ERP system
• End-to-end process chains for integration management
• Localization for Switzerland and Slovenia in accordance with the global template and corporate requirements

Input and contribution of CNT

• Provision of extensive experience via a joint program, project and process management with the client
• Implementation of an agile project management concept (SAP Activate enriched with CNT management methods)
• Development of technical solution concepts for a global template based on SAP S/4HANA best practices
• Support of the process modeling with SAP Signavio
• Setup of a test management system with SAP Solution Manager

Main project goals

• analysis, harmonization, and optimization of existing business processes
• creation of a global blueprint with solution concepts for a SAP S/4HANA implementation
• creation of a global ERP template based on SAP S/4HANA
• functional and technical documentation of the business processes

Solution

• definition of a global, standardized model
• setting up a program for blueprint, pilot, and rollouts
• best practices as a basis for defining the business processes
• development of a system template based on S/4HANA

Important advantages

• process design in the areas of SCM, CRM, PLM, Controlling & Finance, Quality Management, Maintenance, and HR
• definition of functional requirements for ERP system
• end-to-end process chains for integration management

Input and contribution of CNT

• joint program, project, and process management with the client
• development of technical solution concepts based on SAP S/4HANA best practices
• Support in process modeling with SAP Solution Manager

Main project goals

• As part of the SAP S/4HANA Conversion project, a preliminary study was commissioned to identify optimization potential for downstream projects with internal IT.

Solution

• training of internal IT regarding innovations in SAP S/4HANA
• provision of an SAP S/4HANA test and training system (sandbox system)
• conducting client-specific process workshops based on SAP S/4HANA standards
• preparation of related presentations and documentation
• support and assistance with internal tests and implementations

Important benefits

• The process workshops following the project can be better supported by internal SAP consultants.
• The enablement focused on customer-relevant processes and innovations in SAP S/4HANA.
• better understanding of future SAP standard processes

Input and contribution of CNT

• establishment of a collaborative platform for cooperation
• know-how transfer for the creation of a client-specific SAP S/4HANA roadmap and optimization potentials
• establishment of a know-how pool regarding processes, innovations, and functionalities of SAP S/4HANA Release 1709 (focus on Delta to ERP 6.0)
• organization and execution of trainings based on the SAP S/4HANA sandbox system

Main project goals

• mapping of the business processes that had been comprehensively defined in a preliminary project in S/4HANA as the Digital Core
• integration of all business units and subsidiaries
• consideration of the different business models and system requirements
• implementation of the solution in the main plant and connection of existing environment

Solution

• mapping of a global, standardized process model in S/4HANA for order-based production and series production
• mapping of an end-to-end planning process across the entire supply chain from sales planning using SAP IBP best practices to the integrated detailed planning solution using S/4HANA PP/DS
• mapping of intercompany scenarios in the transition phase, during which the legacy system and S/4HANA are operated in parallel
• implementation of the SAP S/4HANA template in the main plant

Important advantages

• implementation of almost all business processes with S/4HANA as Digital Core in the areas of SCM, CRM, PLM, Controlling & Finance, Quality Management, Human Capital Management, and Reporting
• integration of numerous environment systems and an existing B2B solution
• implementation of complex warehouse logistics incl. Yard Management, RFID, with SAP EWM, integrated into the S/4HANA overall logistics processes
• implementation of SAP HCM Personnel Administration and Payroll

Input and contribution of CNT

• design and mapping of the template based on the business processes with SAP S/4HANA
• architecture of the entire system landscape and technical integration of the surrounding systems
• S/4HANA consulting in all modules and solutions
• migration of data from the different legacy systems
• definition and implementation of the transition scenario
• implementation of the overall solution in the main plant

Main project goals

• migration to BW on HANA
• IFRS budget (budget and forecast)
• value-based planning per business unit
• simulation options on defined KPIs

Solution

• IFRS budget based on consolidated actuals
• value-driver-based multi-year planning based on IFRS budget and updated actuals
• strategic multi-year planning is automatically generated in any version
• automated calculation of results for the entire group

Important benefits

• standardized budget and forecast process
• The input of value drivers enables automated balance sheet and P&L planning as well as the resulting cash flows.
• mapping of sub-plans for assets, financial transactions and investments as well as intercompany transactions
• freely definable, automated scenario calculation
• value driver model as a new management and planning tool in the group

Input and contribution of CNT

• support in project and process management
• experienced SAP BW and BPC consultant team
• know-how regarding planning concepts, planning business processes, and the financial elements of planning as well as expertise in technical configuration

Main project goals

• implementation of an integrated production and detailed planning solution on an existing S/4HANA system
• establishing an “exception-based” planning process.
• integration of the entire supply chain into planning (subcontracting, delivery schedules)
• creation of a global SAP PP/DS template

Solution

• definition of a global, standardized model based on the PP/DS module integrated in S/4HANA
• analysis of the complex supply chain; followed by mapping in a template
• Rapid prototyping: Workshops were conducted with real data on the sandbox system right from the start.

Important benefits

• establishment of a central planning cockpit
• tailored exception messages and planning heuristics
• sequencing taking into account production resources/tools
• establishment of a pilot project for commissioning, followed by global rollout
• use of FIORI apps for capacity control and shift scheduling

Input and contribution of CNT

• Analysis of planning processes and implementation of template solution
• best practice input of the consultants as a basis for the process definition
• development of client-specific heuristics and exceptions messages

Main project goals

• harmonization of the sales planning processes
• implementation of an S&OP process
• integration of all involved departments in a central system
• consideration of the different requirements per business unit
• creation of the technical concept for the implementation

Solution

• definition of a global, standardized model based on the IBP Demand module
• business-specific process definition for order-based production and serial production
• best practices as a basis for the definition of the business processes
• development of a system template based on IBP + S/4HANA PP/DS

Important benefits

• automated, statistical forecasting taking into account best-fit models
• modeling of product lifecycles for better handling and control of product variety
• simulations in IBP and S/4 PP/DS
• automated alert generation to alert planners to problems
• implementation of a timed, monthly process to create an overall feasible plan

Input and contribution of CNT

• technical concepts for implementation
• setting up and configuring IBP
• setting up and setting up the cloud interface CPI-DS
• IBP module training for key users
• support for process modeling based on BPMN

Main project goals

• implementation of an integrated production and detailed planning solution with S/4HANA PP/DS
• establishment of a planning process across the entire supply chain as well as a central planning department
• integration of sales planning in SAP IBP
• integration of complex tool manufacturing into planning

Solution

• definition of a global, standardized model based on the PP/DS module integrated in S/4HANA
• business-specific process definition for order-based production and serial production
• integration to IBP
• development of a template based on S/4HANA PP/DS

Important advantages

• integrated multi-level planning run for all plants
• use of block planning
• customized heuristics for special planning requirements
• exception handling with alerts
• critical path tracking via multi-level pegging

Input and contribution of CNT

• analysis of planning processes
• technical implementation concept
• design & development of heuristics
• integration of SAP IBP
• implementation of the solution and training of the in-house consultants

Main project goals

• harmonization of business processes
• integration of all business units and subsidiaries
• consideration of different business models and system requirements
• technical concept for implementation

Solution

• definition of a global, standardized model
• business-specific process definition for order-based production and series production
• best practices as a basis for defining business processes
• development of a system template based on S/4HANA

Important advantages

• process design in the areas of SCM, CRM, PLM, Controlling & Finance, Quality Management, Maintenance, and HR
• definition of functional requirements for the ERP system
• end-to-end process chains for integration management
• seamless cooperation with process consultant Horváth&Partners

Input and contribution of CNT

• technical concepts for implementation based on SAP S/4
• SAP S/4 sandbox for evaluation of workshop results
• SAP S/4 module training for key users
• support for process modeling based on BPMN

Main project goals

• analysis, harmonization, and optimization of existing business processes
• functional and technical documentation of the business processes
• global networking of processes/locations
• creation of a global ERP template based on SAP S/4HANA

Solution

• development of the global process and IT rollout with focus on FICO, HR, Innovation & Engineering, Logistics, Production, QM, SD, Treasury, WM
• The implementation was done in four steps:

1. scope definition and setup of the program
2. definition & description of the process template
3. development of IT Solution (focus on SAP)
4. preparation of the basis for the rollouts

Important advantages

• process acceleration through integration of core processes of customer order creation as well as production to delivery
• integrated, lean, and future-proof IT infrastructure based on SAP S/4HANA
• establishment of a pilot project for commissioning, followed by global rollout

Input and contribution of CNT

• support in project and process management
• senior consultants in twelve process teams
• best practice input from consultants as basis for process definitions
• optimization of business processes
• template definition / implementation / support

Main project goals

• development of a template suitable for rollout on the basis of already implemented individual solutions
• development of a process model for rollouts and definition of the accompanying project and template governance in the rollouts

Solution

• The template was defined and documented on the basis of the already implemented SAP solution.
• The processes were converted to the new template processes in the companies which were already productive.
• New launches in Czechia and Poland were carried out with local consulting partners under the governance of central IT.

Important advantages

• harmonization of processes in the individual companies based on the global template processes
• uniform approach to controlling and standardization of reporting
• use of a uniform group chart of accounts
• monitoring of rollouts in terms of solution and costs by means of defined project governance
• simple setup of new company codes in the event of changes in the company landscape

Input and contribution of CNT

• support in project management
• definition of the project governance process
• optimization of business processes
• template definition / implementation / support
• definition of standards for future rollouts
• operational governance in the rollout projects

Main project goals

• analysis, harmonization, and optimization of existing business processes
• creation of a global blueprint that includes solution concepts for an SAP S/4HANA implementation
• creation of a global ERP template based on SAP S/4HANA
• functional and technical documentation of the business processes
• process enhancements and process optimization
• standardization of the project approach in the areas:
• testing / training
• cutover / go-live / hypercare and support
• involvement of stakeholders from different countries and companies

Solution

• defining global standardized model
• setting up a program for blueprint, pilot, and rollouts
• best practices as basis for the definition of business processes
• developing a system template based on S/4HANA

Important advantages

• highly integrated overall solution
• use of standardized and harmonized processes in the subsidiaries
• definition of the functional requirements placed on the ERP system
• end-to-end process chains for integration management
• All recommendations were considered in the context of the defined stakeholder objectives.

Input and contribution of CNT

• joint program, project, and process management with the client
• dvelopment of technical solution concepts based on SAP S/4HANA best practices
• solution architecture
• use of CNT industry solution and best practices
• creation of an overall solution concept
• implementation, customizing, and development
• standardization of the test management
• overall coordination of the cutover
• ongoing support and optimization

Main project goals

• introduction of a user-friendly interface for the procurement of indirect materials and services
• replacement of an out-of-date requisition tool
• automation of the approval processes for procurement and goods receipt in a unified system
• laying the foundation for a worldwide rollout in multiple languages and time zones
• integration of external supplier catalogs for critical items as well as to cover long-tail spend
• smooth transition from SAP R/3 to SAP S/4HANA

Solution

• implementation of SAP Ariba Buying and Commerce Automation
• integration of SAP Ariba with SAP ERP
• connection of SAP ERP to the Ariba Network for digitization of procurement documents
• activation of purchasing catalogs
• integration of Amazon Business
• preparation of the solution for future migration to S/4

Important advantages

• simplification of purchasing processes for requesters through user-friendly interface in guided buying
• optimization of processes for entering order confirmations, shipping notifications by suppliers
• simplification of document exchange with suppliers by using Ariba Network functions
• plug-and-play capability during planned release upgrade to S/4HANA

Input and contribution of CNT

• experienced SAP Ariba consulting team
• project management as well as coordination with SAP Ariba
• application of the SAP Ariba SNAP! implementation methodology based on experience and best practices
• execution of supplier activation for electronic document exchange as well as catalog provisioning via the Ariba Network
• establishing the integration between SAP ERP and the Ariba Network as well as SAP Ariba Buying
• system configuration
• defined additional developments in SAP ERP