SAP Practice
ERP Analysts has been providing SAP R/3 services since 2004. We're proud to have emerged as a market leader with a perfect track record of more than 10 implementations to our credit. Our strategic alliance with SAP enables us to bring every solution our clients need to the table. From finance and human resources to manufacturing, sales and distribution and all New Dimension Products, ERPA is poised to optimize information throughout our clients' entire supply chain.
ERP Services
ERPA's SAP Finance & Logistics Practice has the skills and experience to provide you with quality R/3 implementations at a reasonable rate. We have steadily built an enviable reputation in the industry, with highly experienced consultants who have become leading specialists in their fields. Our expertise, combined with our product knowledge and thorough grounding in a proven methodology, virtually guarantees a successful implementation.
For fast and cost-effective deployment of R/3 applications, ERPA offers the following implementation tools and services.
Pre-Implementation Tools and Services
ERPA provides you with pre-implementation services that include strategic design, on-site scoping, and evaluation. We use a series of templates and accelerators that include industry best practices accumulated from other ERPA implementations and templates. Our consultants use these tools to conduct feasibility studies, scoping analyses, strategy design blueprint studies, organizational R/3 rollout strategies, and workshops that will help you in your project planning and preparation phase. As a certified services partner, ERPA can help you build an organization-specific solution map and arrive at an effective IT rollout plan with a detailed project plan and cost-of-ownership for each phase of your implementation. With our experienced basis and infrastructure teams, we can provide scoping and sizing services for your server and network infrastructure facilities.
Implementation Tools and Services
During the lifecycle of a project, ERPA provides many services to ensure effective implementation and Go-Live of SAP R/3. These services include:
Industry-specific best practices
Industry-specific best practices can help you jump-start your R/3 efforts and can also be used to demonstrate key functionality during the implementation. We have installed specific best-practice scenarios in our R/3 system that can be used in your project for demos. Industry focus is key to ERPA SAP implementations. For example, a high-tech manufacturing environment looking for a vendor forecasting solution can access a ready-to-use template from our Methodism set of accelerators. The template provides a complete set of tools, including an R/3 business process model, configuration scripts, training documentation, and integration test scripts, as well as access to our demo system.
One other proprietary tool ERPA uses during an implementation is the business process design template. Based on best practices for specific industry scenarios, the template captures the to-be process and identifies the process stakeholders and the detailed workplan required to achieve the desired business process. This also provides a standard business process flow using R/3 Technology. ERPA also has a dedicated set of tools that supplement the ASAP accelerators in data conversion, testing, and quality control to effectively deploy R/3 in an accelerated timeline. Combined with our TeamSAP approach, our implementation methodology ensures our clients a seamless transition to R/3.
Post-Implementation Tools and Services
A successful R/3 implementation depends on how well it is utilized following implementation. Training, therefore, becomes the driving success factor. ERPA has developed training courses for specific user roles. We also provide extensive training on R/3 technology to the implementation team during an implementation. We can deliver custom courses and/or leverage training materials from previous implementations to ensure that your training goes smoothly. Our comprehensive training plan addresses all components of training in detail. Additionally, ERPA maintains a state-of-the-art training center in Columbus, OH. The center is equipped with the latest hardware and software technology to provide the most-effective R/3 training to our clients. Classroom courses provide instructions and content comparable to SAP Partner courses.
Upgrade Services
Two years ago ERPA was one of the first large consulting firms to dedicate a practice to SAP upgrades. Since then our market focus, upgrade tools, and methodologies have given us an unparalleled advantage and expertise in SAP upgrades, which is best illustrated by the numbers. We've upgraded every version of SAP since 31H to every 4.6x release. And in each upgrade implementation of every release we've ever done, ERPA SAP has consistently delivered on time and on budget, compiling a perfect tract record.
ERPA's SAP R/3 Upgrade Services
From initial scoping to post-production service, ERPA is continually helping our clients discover how to efficiently and effectively upgrade their SAP system.
Pre-Upgrade Services (One-Day Diagnostic Session)
In an effort to jump-start our client's upgrade projects, we provide a one-day upgrade diagnostic session. This session entails:
ERPA coming on-site and evaluating the SAP environment
Execution of our pre-upgrade tools to diagnose the SAP systems Developing an initial upgrade workplan tailored to the clients SAP environment
Upgrade Services
During the lifecycle of the upgrade project, ERPA provides many services to ensure effective transition to the target SAP version. These services include:
Once the Upgrade to the SAP R/3 environment is complete, clients may want to implement other functionality to take advantage of the target SAP R/3 release. We provide many of these post-upgrade services to make our clients utilize the "New-Dimension" products of SAP. These services include:
We have found the major keys to increased ROI on an SAP upgrade are planning and resource allocation. With this in mind ERPA has developed a set of tools designed to create an ASAP project plan and to assist in determining appropriate resource allocation. The tools also help concentrate the efforts of our consultants, saving our clients up to 20% of planning and 10% of development time and money while delivering the quality solutions that ERPA is committed to providing.
Upgrade Estimator Tool: Interprets the client's requirements and creates a detailed project plan that conforms to SAP's ABAP methodology.
ABAP/4 Upgrade Accelerator Tool and its components: Identifies the program and line number of ABAP/4 code where potential problems may lie after an upgrade to your target release. Selection criteria are based on table changes; BDC changes, and changed or deleted IDOCs.
Upgrade Functionality Accelerator: Accurately and concisely lists the necessary changes to each ERP module (HR, MM, PP, FI/CO, and SD) and the estimated level of effort necessary to implement the new functionality.
Testing Templates: Facilitates and expedites the time-consuming process of testing the current SAP functionality in record.
ERP Analysts has been providing SAP R/3 services since 2004. We're proud to have emerged as a market leader with a perfect track record of more than 10 implementations to our credit. Our strategic alliance with SAP enables us to bring every solution our clients need to the table. From finance and human resources to manufacturing, sales and distribution and all New Dimension Products, ERPA is poised to optimize information throughout our clients' entire supply chain.
As a SAP Services Partner, we have tremendous flexibility to quickly and efficiently respond to the specific needs of our customers with leading-edge client server technologies. For years, ERPA has managed and executed the implementation of leading information systems technology. Through our innovative and highly effective strategies, the SAP Practice helps our clients discover clear solutions to optimal SAP performance.
At ERPA we outpace our competitors by providing our clients with an unparalleled advantage. The expertise of our SAP consultants is unequalled in the industry, having participated in over 5 implementations. ERPA's average SAP consultant has approximately 2 years of SAP experience. We bring together the diverse experiences and expertise of these professionals to quickly develop cutting-edge solutions for all of your business challenges.
ERPA offers comprehensive SAP solutions from our Offshore Development Center (Link to offshore development page). This allows us to provide the best mix of on-site/off-site/offshore work for your particular project.
ERP Services
ERPA's SAP Finance & Logistics Practice has the skills and experience to provide you with quality R/3 implementations at a reasonable rate. We have steadily built an enviable reputation in the industry, with highly experienced consultants who have become leading specialists in their fields. Our expertise, combined with our product knowledge and thorough grounding in a proven methodology, virtually guarantees a successful implementation.
For fast and cost-effective deployment of R/3 applications, ERPA offers the following implementation tools and services.
Pre-Implementation Tools and Services
ERPA provides you with pre-implementation services that include strategic design, on-site scoping, and evaluation. We use a series of templates and accelerators that include industry best practices accumulated from other ERPA implementations and templates. Our consultants use these tools to conduct feasibility studies, scoping analyses, strategy design blueprint studies, organizational R/3 rollout strategies, and workshops that will help you in your project planning and preparation phase. As a certified services partner, ERPA can help you build an organization-specific solution map and arrive at an effective IT rollout plan with a detailed project plan and cost-of-ownership for each phase of your implementation. With our experienced basis and infrastructure teams, we can provide scoping and sizing services for your server and network infrastructure facilities.
Implementation Tools and Services
During the lifecycle of a project, ERPA provides many services to ensure effective implementation and Go-Live of SAP R/3. These services include:
Industry-specific best practices
Industry-specific best practices can help you jump-start your R/3 efforts and can also be used to demonstrate key functionality during the implementation. We have installed specific best-practice scenarios in our R/3 system that can be used in your project for demos. Industry focus is key to ERPA SAP implementations. For example, a high-tech manufacturing environment looking for a vendor forecasting solution can access a ready-to-use template from our Methodism set of accelerators. The template provides a complete set of tools, including an R/3 business process model, configuration scripts, training documentation, and integration test scripts, as well as access to our demo system.
ERPA's ERP Services team is organized to deliver solutions based on vertical industry sectors. Focused initiatives have resulted in repeated successes in our SAP implementations. Business process templates, SAP R/3 models, and consultants' experience in specific industry scenarios are leveraged in developing our industry focus. Best practices are leveraged in the form of Methodism tools and accelerators that save valuable implementation time and bring best practices to your company.
Business process tools and templatesOne other proprietary tool ERPA uses during an implementation is the business process design template. Based on best practices for specific industry scenarios, the template captures the to-be process and identifies the process stakeholders and the detailed workplan required to achieve the desired business process. This also provides a standard business process flow using R/3 Technology. ERPA also has a dedicated set of tools that supplement the ASAP accelerators in data conversion, testing, and quality control to effectively deploy R/3 in an accelerated timeline. Combined with our TeamSAP approach, our implementation methodology ensures our clients a seamless transition to R/3.
Post-Implementation Tools and Services
A successful R/3 implementation depends on how well it is utilized following implementation. Training, therefore, becomes the driving success factor. ERPA has developed training courses for specific user roles. We also provide extensive training on R/3 technology to the implementation team during an implementation. We can deliver custom courses and/or leverage training materials from previous implementations to ensure that your training goes smoothly. Our comprehensive training plan addresses all components of training in detail. Additionally, ERPA maintains a state-of-the-art training center in Columbus, OH. The center is equipped with the latest hardware and software technology to provide the most-effective R/3 training to our clients. Classroom courses provide instructions and content comparable to SAP Partner courses.
Upgrade Services
Two years ago ERPA was one of the first large consulting firms to dedicate a practice to SAP upgrades. Since then our market focus, upgrade tools, and methodologies have given us an unparalleled advantage and expertise in SAP upgrades, which is best illustrated by the numbers. We've upgraded every version of SAP since 31H to every 4.6x release. And in each upgrade implementation of every release we've ever done, ERPA SAP has consistently delivered on time and on budget, compiling a perfect tract record.
ERPA's SAP R/3 Upgrade Services
From initial scoping to post-production service, ERPA is continually helping our clients discover how to efficiently and effectively upgrade their SAP system.
Pre-Upgrade Services (One-Day Diagnostic Session)
In an effort to jump-start our client's upgrade projects, we provide a one-day upgrade diagnostic session. This session entails:
ERPA coming on-site and evaluating the SAP environment
Execution of our pre-upgrade tools to diagnose the SAP systems Developing an initial upgrade workplan tailored to the clients SAP environment
Upgrade Services
During the lifecycle of the upgrade project, ERPA provides many services to ensure effective transition to the target SAP version. These services include:
- Project management
- Adjust implemented functional modules
- Business process effectiveness review
- Hardware and DB capacity planning
- Scoping of SAP R/3 archiving
- ABAP/4 adjustments
- Basis support
- R/3 security adjustments
- End-user training
- Post-upgrade Go Live support
Once the Upgrade to the SAP R/3 environment is complete, clients may want to implement other functionality to take advantage of the target SAP R/3 release. We provide many of these post-upgrade services to make our clients utilize the "New-Dimension" products of SAP. These services include:
- Business Information Warehouse (BW)
- Implementation of additional functionality/modules
- Business process effectiveness implementation
We have found the major keys to increased ROI on an SAP upgrade are planning and resource allocation. With this in mind ERPA has developed a set of tools designed to create an ASAP project plan and to assist in determining appropriate resource allocation. The tools also help concentrate the efforts of our consultants, saving our clients up to 20% of planning and 10% of development time and money while delivering the quality solutions that ERPA is committed to providing.
Upgrade Estimator Tool: Interprets the client's requirements and creates a detailed project plan that conforms to SAP's ABAP methodology.
ABAP/4 Upgrade Accelerator Tool and its components: Identifies the program and line number of ABAP/4 code where potential problems may lie after an upgrade to your target release. Selection criteria are based on table changes; BDC changes, and changed or deleted IDOCs.
Upgrade Functionality Accelerator: Accurately and concisely lists the necessary changes to each ERP module (HR, MM, PP, FI/CO, and SD) and the estimated level of effort necessary to implement the new functionality.
Testing Templates: Facilitates and expedites the time-consuming process of testing the current SAP functionality in record.