🌞Why a Gap Analysis is So Critical to your SAP S/4 HANA or Any Software Implementation🌞🚀
Jeffrey L. Hoekstra
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Written by Jeffrey L. Hoekstra, Expert SAP PM Voice
A thorough gap analysis is a cornerstone for any successful software implementation, particularly when transitioning to SAP S/4 HANA. Here’s why it’s indispensable and how some Fortune 500 companies have navigated this critical process.
#1. Identifying Discrepancies Between Current and Target States 🔍✨Gap analysis helps pinpoint the differences between the existing system and the new SAP S/4 HANA environment.
For example, when Procter & Gamble initiated their SAP implementation, they conducted an extensive gap analysis to map out current processes and identify necessary changes.
This proactive approach ensured a smoother transition with minimal disruption.Conversely, during the acquisition of Hewlett-Packard (HP) by Compaq, insufficient due diligence and lack of a comprehensive gap analysis led to significant operational issues and required costly remediation efforts post-implementation.