E3 Category: Comment

When robots are introduced into factory floors, the transition rarely fails because of technical issues, but often because of the workforce’s unease. Approaches that rely solely on software changes fall short here.

Because the underlying database in SAP is not correct, the reporting on REACH (chemical safety), RoHS (hazardous substances) and Pfas ("perpetual chemicals") is incorrect in many industrial companies.

The next AI-driven industrial revolution is leading to a massive need for action in terms of digital IT logistics solutions, especially in the SAP environment. This is also an opportunity to generate real added value.

In process control, new SAP SaaS products act as self-contained silos. Integration is available both for data and for the execution of processes as a web interface—but that is where it ends.

Optimal SAP processes depend on cost-efficient and secure system operation. SAP Basis teams are responsible for this. Automation software is the benefit provider.