Migration from SAP APO to SAP IBP

Name: leverX Company
Brand: LeverX
Rating: 4.9 (114 reviews)

Ensure more accurate business process planning and efficient production capacity usage through the migration from SAP APO to SAP IBP.

As an SAP Gold Partner, we provide access to resources and seasoned professionals, ensuring your project's reliability. Our expertise helps us tailor SAP solutions for your unique needs, optimizing ROI and efficiency.

Partnering with LeverX as an SAP Global Strategic Supplier goes beyond buyer-seller dynamics. We provide critical solutions for global operations, collaborate with you on product development, and drive strategic initiatives.

As an SAP AppHaus Network Member, we help businesses solve complex problems, deliver exceptional user experiences, and drive digital transformation using design thinking and innovation expertise. We leverage SAP's best practices and cutting-edge tools to create user-centric solutions.

SAP APO (Advanced Planner and Optimizer) is a central component of the SAP SCOPE — Supply Chain Optimization, Planning, and Execution project. SAP APO has a complete set of professional tools for real-time supply chain planning and decision-making. This solution allows you to achieve clear synchronous interaction between all participants in the supply chain, from suppliers, sales representatives, and production planners to buyers, clients, and consumers.

SAP IBP (Integrated Business Planning) is a comprehensive solution that balances demand and supply, integrates financial and operational planning, and links high-level strategic plans with mid- and long-term business plans. SAP IBP enables an organization to bring all its Sales and Operations Planning processes together under one roof: reporting, planning, and executing. The system includes a predictive analytics function based on ML algorithms and supports a quick response to any market changes.

No updates and enhancements

SAP has completed the development of SAP APO, which means this solution will not be updated. It will gradually become obsolete and hinder business development.

Support ends in 2027

In addition to the absence of updates, SAP will no longer support this solution in 2027. You will be responsible for finding specialists who can keep the solution going.

You don’t lose any necessary features

Many important SAP APO functions are included in SAP IBP. The IBP system, for example, provides supply network planning and demand planning.

Optimal executable plan

Calculate an optimal executable and integrated plan, including plans for sales, production, procurement, transportation.

Transparency

Save all changes to source data and planning results in the system.

Possibility to compare

Model various scenarios and compare them with different plan versions.

Automated management and monitoring

Automatically generate and control tasks in the system.

Improved business efficiency

Combine traditional demand planning and advanced demand sensing techniques with predictive analysis tools to drive business efficiency through more accurate demand plans.

Inventory optimization

Calculate the optimal level of inventories throughout the supply chain given forecast accuracy, supplier reliability, transportation variability, etc.

Frequent updates

New releases are available nearly every quarter, so you can always be sure that the latest challenges are addressed.

Fast migration

The period before the active exploitation is a few months, depending on the project scope and goals, data to migrate, etc.

Reduced costs

The ability to use each SAP IBP module separately shortens the ramp-up period and reduces the cost of implementation.

Global system integrator

LeverX is an International company with 14 offices in 10 countries that specializes in SAP Implementation and customization.
Full-cycle technology consulting, development, and cost-effective implementation services for successful business transformation and sustainability.
We offer custom software development services to companies to deliver tailor-made solutions that cater to clients' specific requirements.

Technology & Management

Short engagement ramp-up and project set-up, strong management
Continuous investment in innovation and early adoption of cutting-edge technologies (Data Science, IoT, Artificial intelligence, Big Data, Blockchain etc.)
Creation of projects in accordance with ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 22301, ISO 55001 quality and safety standards.

Experience

20+ years of working with SAP solutions. LeverX is an SAP-certified partner and preferred vendor.
1 600 IT-experts with deep knowledge of the latest SAP technologies and solutions.
950+ successful projects. We help companies of all sizes and across various industries to leverage the power of SAP.

Assessment and planning

Our team assesses your company's current business processes and IT landscape, determines the scope and timing of the project, and helps develop a migration strategy.

Data preparation

During this step, LeverX data specialists ensure the integrity and consistency of data across different systems. If necessary, we also convert the data format.

Configuration and сustomization

At this stage, our team configures SAP IBP modules following business requirements and integrates the solution with other systems (for example, ERP and CRM) for data exchange.

Testing and validation

This phase includes unit testing of individual components and modules and integration testing to ensure smooth data flow between systems. We also test planning algorithms and scenarios based on historical data.

Training and change management

The next stage is employee training, during which we conduct training sessions on SAP IBP functionalities and workflows. In addition, we also educate end users and stakeholders on the value of ongoing changes.

Deployment and go-live

This phase includes data migration, system configuration, and final system testing and validation in the production environment. During the go-live phase, we monitor system performance and stability.

Optimization and continuous improvement

After putting the solution into operation, we help monitor KPIs to evaluate the effectiveness of the system. Additionally, we constantly improve and optimize SAP IBP so that you can get the most out of the solution's functionality.

Why should I migrate from SAP APO to SAP IBP?

SAP will stop supporting SAP APO in 2027. This means the system won't be updated, and you will have to look for SAP APO specialists to provide technical support for this solution. SAP IBP offers advanced planning and forecasting capabilities, real-time data integration, and cloud-based infrastructure, providing greater agility, efficiency, and scalability than SAP APO.

What are the key differences between SAP APO and SAP IBP?

SAP IBP is a more comprehensive solution that integrates financial and operational planning, linking high-level strategic plans with mid- and long-term business plans. Also, this solution offers advanced technologies, such as predictive analytics and ML algorithms.

How complex is the migration process from SAP APO to SAP IBP?

The complexity of the migration process depends on various factors, such as the size of your organization, the complexity of your supply chain processes, and the level of customization in your SAP APO environment. However, with proper planning and execution, the migration can be managed efficiently.

What steps are involved in migrating from SAP APO to SAP IBP?

The migration process typically involves the following stages:

Assessment and planning
Data preparation
Configuration and customization
Testing and validation
Training and change management
Deployment and go-live
Optimization and continuous improvement.

Each step is crucial for a successful migration.

1

An expert will reach out to you to discuss your specific migration needs and requirements.
2

We will sign an NDA to ensure any sensitive information is kept secure and confidential.
3

We'll work with you to prepare a customized proposal based on the project's scope, timeline, and budget.