For years, SAP has been the trusted backbone of enterprise operations, running mission-critical processes for companies like Unilever, Siemens, and Mercedes-Benz. But the way businesses consume technology is changing — and so is SAP.

With RISE with SAP, the company is offering a new approach: a single, subscription-based package that bundles everything a business needs to migrate to the cloud, modernize operations, and become what SAP calls an “intelligent enterprise.”

From On-Premise to the Cloud — Without the Headaches

Traditionally, moving from SAP ECC (or any legacy ERP) to the next-generation S/4HANA required multiple vendors, separate infrastructure contracts, and a significant IT coordination effort. RISE with SAP simplifies this by combining:

• SAP S/4HANA Cloud – the digital core, available in a private edition (for tailored migrations) or public edition (for standardized, fast deployments).

• SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) – credits for building custom apps, integrations, and AI-driven workflows.

• Business Process Intelligence (powered by SAP Signavio) – tools that let businesses map their processes, find inefficiencies, and benchmark against industry best practices.

• SAP Business Network Starter Pack – access to SAP’s procurement, logistics, and asset intelligence networks for better supplier collaboration.

• Managed Cloud Infrastructure – hosted on hyperscalers like AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud, with SAP managing the operations.

• Migration Tools and Services – using SAP Activate methodology to guide businesses step by step.

In short, RISE with SAP removes much of the complexity of digital transformation by putting software, infrastructure, and services under a single contract — with SAP as the accountable partner.

Why Companies Are Signing On

Enterprises across industries are seeing the benefits. Microsoft migrated some of its internal finance systems to S/4HANA in the cloud. Coca-Cola İçecek, one of the world’s largest Coca-Cola bottlers, used RISE with SAP to streamline operations across 11 countries. Even smaller manufacturers are leveraging it to scale faster and access technologies like AI-driven demand forecasting and predictive maintenance.

The key benefits often cited include:

• Simplification – no more managing multiple vendors or data center operations.

• Speed & Innovation – regular updates and faster access to features like embedded analytics, machine learning, and automation.

• Agility – the ability to pivot operations quickly, whether scaling production or entering new markets.

• Cost Predictability – moving from capital-heavy IT investments to a predictable subscription model.

• Data-Driven Process Optimization – using Signavio insights to redesign processes for efficiency.

The Bigger Picture

RISE with SAP is more than a product bundle — it’s SAP’s strategy to keep its vast customer base engaged as the software world shifts to the cloud. Competitors like Oracle NetSuite, Infor, and Microsoft Dynamics 365 are chasing the same enterprise customers with cloud-first solutions.

By offering RISE, SAP positions itself not just as a software vendor but as a transformation partner. For companies facing pressure to modernize quickly — whether due to supply chain disruption, rising costs, or global competition — RISE provides a curated, lower-risk path to get there.