Integrated Business Planning for Supply Chain (SAP IBP)

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

Carefully plan sales, operations, and finances with the convenience of a single solution, and take advantage of multiple scenarios created by ML algorithms to precisely respond to market changes for maximum profit.

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SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) is an all-in-one solution for businesses wanting to optimize stock planning and manage the entire supply chain. Featuring modern ML heuristics, SAP IBP opens up space for predictive analytics, allowing you to stay ahead of the competition by promptly addressing any market changes affecting your supply chain. With this solution, you can ensure that your business will cover the demands to enjoy maximum profit. Some of the ways SAP IBP strengthens your supply chain operations include:

Ensures full supply chain transparency, quickly processing large amounts of data to provide you with meaningful information about sales, marketing, finance, and operations.
Allows you to visualize the challenges and opportunities through custom dashboards and charts, which can be quickly updated and modified to provide maximum user-friendliness and ease of use.
Offers great communication tools, allowing your employees to easily share information, and manage tasks, and alerts.

Unified data model based on SAP S/4HANA

The unified data model ensures that all processes are synchronized, enhancing collaboration between departments.

Integrated planning

All planning stages are connected into a single system, enabling timely responses to changes in the supply chain.

Customizable, user-friendly interfaces

SAP IBP user interfaces are tailored to meet business needs, improving the simplicity of work.

SAP Best Practices application

Implementing proven solutions reduces setup time and improves results.

ML-based statistical forecasting

Utilizing machine learning algorithms improves forecasting accuracy and minimizes errors.

Modeling and practical scenario comparison

Modelling different scenarios allows enterprises to choose the most efficient course of action.

SAP Workzone for effective communication

The integrated platform enhances information exchange and accelerates decision-making.

5 independent modules that can be used independently or within a system

The flexibility of the SAP Workzone modules allows tailoring the system to perform specific business tasks.

Cloud architecture with timely useful updates

The cloud-based structure ensures continuous access to new features and improvements, without the need for complex updates.

With this module, you always know where there is a shortage and where there is an oversupply of stock, where warehouses are overcrowded or empty, where downtime is expected, and other crucial elements to your successful sales and operations questions.

What do you get?

SAP WorkZone collaboration tool
A unified data model for demand, supply, and finance
“What-if” scenarios
A real-time picture of the financial impacts of different scenarios
A clear vision of upcoming risks and opportunities

Universal

SAP IBP, its modules, and sets of features cover the needs of any business dealing with supply chain issues.

Advanced

The solution is comparatively new and is crafted to address the needs of modern supply chains affected by globalization and unpredictable market changes.

Frequently updated

There are new releases nearly each quarter, so you can always be sure that the latest challenges are addressed.

Worthwhile investment

You pay for the solution once and get all the updates with new innovative features and approaches for free.

Fast implementation

You can start taking full advantage of the SAP IBP solution in the shortest time. The period before the active exploitation is +/- a month.

Configurable

Each SAP IBP module can be used separately, which can shorten the ramp-up period and reduce the cost of implementation.

Based on the Best Practices

With SAP IBP, you get pre-configured processes based on extensive research done by world-leading companies dealing with supply chains.

Build a bridge between strategy and execution and ensure business continuity with SAP IBP!

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Industries We Serve

Leveraging our experience with SAP together with diverse industrial expertise, we’ll help you select solutions that will drive meaningful, long-term value for your company.

Automotive

Industrial Manufacturing

Transportation & Logistics

Pharmaceuticals & Life Science

Why Choose LeverX as Your SAP IBP Implementation Partner?

Proven track record

For over 20 years, we have helped businesses worldwide succeed with SAP. We’ve already completed 950+ projects for over 800 clients, including top names on the Fortune 500 list.

Industry experts

The LeverX team comprises professionals with hands-on knowledge in 30+ industries, including manufacturing, logistics, and oil  and gas.

SAP partnership

We implement SAP projects end-to-end  and collaborate with SAP on the development and enhancement of its existing solutions.

Quality and security

LeverX operates in compliance with international standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 22301, and ISO 55001, ensuring reliability and quality in every project.

Investment in innovation

We actively integrate advanced technologies, such as Data Science, IoT, AI, Big Data, Blockchain, and others, to help clients efficiently address their business challenges.

Flexibility

Our team is available 24/7, which enables us to quickly deploy projects, maintain process transparency, and adapt each development phase to meet your specific requirements.

Implementation Roadmap

We follow the SAP Activate methodology, which breaks down the implementation of SAP Integrated Business Planning for Supply Chain into six essential stages:

Current Processes Evaluation: Assess existing business processes and identify the organization's needs.
Defining Technical Requirements: Create a detailed specification of the functional and technical needs of the new system.

Discover

Setting Goals and Objectives: Establish and agree on the goals to be achieved throughout the project.
Assembling the Project Team: Appoint team members and define their roles and responsibilities.
Project Plan Development: Create a comprehensive plan that outlines project phases, timelines, resources, and key performance indicators.
Budget Determination: Estimate and approve the budget.
Specifications Preparation: Develop the technical and functional specifications for the development team.

Prepare

Ensuring Business Requirements are Met: Check that SAP IBP aligns with business requirements and project objectives.
Data Validation: Verify the accuracy and compliance of the data.

Explore

Data Migration: Transfer data from existing systems to the new one.
System Configuration: Set up the solution according to requirements and specifications.
Customization: Develop additional features and modules, if the standard solution does not meet all needs.
Integrations: Configure SAP IBP to work with other IT systems and applications.

Realize

Testing: Perform functional, integration, regression, and load testing to ensure that all works correctly.
User Training: Organize sessions to help users become familiar with the new system.

Deploy

System Readiness Check: Verify that the system is ready for operational use.
Launch: Officially transition to active use of SAP IBP.
Ongoing Support: Continuously monitor solution performance to identify and resolve any issues.

Run

FAQ

Can SAP IBP integrate with SAP S/4HANA and other SAP solutions?

Yes, SAP IBP integrates seamlessly with SAP S/4HANA, SAP ERP, and other SAP supply chain solutions, creating a cohesive planning environment.

Can SAP IBP improve cross-functional collaboration?

Yes, SAP IBP fosters collaboration by connecting departments like finance, production, and logistics, creating a unified approach to planning.

What is the difference between SAP APO and IBP?

SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization) and SAP IBP (Integrated Business Planning) are both supply chain planning solutions from SAP. APO is the older, on-premise solution, while IBP is the newer, cloud-based solution. IBP offers more advanced features, better integration with other SAP systems, and a more user-friendly interface.

How does SAP IBP work?

SAP IBP uses advanced algorithms and machine learning to analyze data from various sources (e.g., sales history, market trends, and external factors) and generate forecasts and plans. It provides a collaborative platform for different departments to work together on planning activities.

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An expert will reach out to you to discuss your specific needs and requirements.
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We'll sign an NDA to ensure any sensitive information is kept secure and confidential.
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We'll work with you to prepare a customized proposal based on the project's scope, timeline, and budget.