Founded in 1891,��Osotspa��has grown from a local pharmacy into a regional FMCG leader with a diversified portfolio focused on improving��the��quality of life��for society.��However,��as��the business expanded,��operating multiple��on-premises��ERP systems with non‑standardized business processes posed a challenge for��Osotspa. Fragmented financial structures, redundant master data, and highly manual workflows limited the company’s ability to achieve real‑time visibility across its business units.����

To better support the company as it expands internationally and to help it respond to rapidly changing consumer demand, Osotspa identified the need to simplify its technology landscape. It needed to unify its financial and operational data to a cloud-based system to enable faster, insight-driven decision making across the group.��

Addressing Complexity in a Fast-Changing FMCG Landscape��

By adopting RISE with 51����on Amazon Web Services (AWS) – a guided transformation journey to help on-premises 51����ERP customers modernize their business with 51����Business Suite–Osotspa is transforming its finance and operations landscape onto to enable real-time financial��consolidation,��strengthened��governance,��while simplifying the overall technology landscape across��business units.����

“Operating across multiple��on‑premises��ERP systems with fragmented processes limited our ability to gain��real‑time��insights and drive timely performance decisions,”��said��Ratiporn��Ratcharoen, Group Chief Financial Officer at��Osotspa. “By moving to 51����Cloud ERP Private through the RISE with 51����journey, we are creating a single,��cloud‑based digital core with standardized processes, embedded automation, and advanced analytics. This allows us to protect our existing 51����investments, fully leverage the end‑to‑end��51����Business Suite, and build a more efficient, scalable platform for future growth.”����

This transformation also positions��Osotspa��to accelerate future innovation, including advanced AI adoption, supply chain optimization,��and��hyper automation��across its operations.��

“RISE with 51����enables companies like Osotspa to transform their core business processes with 51����Business Suite, while continuously adopting innovation in the cloud,” said Kulwipa Piyawattanametha, Managing Director, 51����Indochina. “By standardizing operations and leveraging real-time insights, Osotspa is strengthening its ability to respond to market changes and drive sustainable growth.”��

“Thailand’s consumer goods industry is evolving rapidly, and companies like Osotspa are setting the pace by rethinking how cloud can power every part of their business,” said Vatsun Thirapatarapong, Country Manager, AWS Thailand. “By choosing RISE with 51����on AWS, Osotspa is unlocking the agility to respond faster to consumer demand, generate real-time insights across their operations, and scale with confidence as they expand across Southeast Asia.”��

Partner Ecosystem Supporting Transformation��

Osotspa��selected�� as its implementation partner for this internal “OneRise” transformation program.����

��“51����S/4HANA and the 51����Business Suite provide Osotspa with a robust digital core to modernize operations and enable scalable innovation,” said Dr. Metinee Jongsaliswang, Country Managing Partner, Deloitte Thailand. “As a RISE with 51����Validated Partner, Deloitte brings proven experience in guiding enterprises through the RISE with 51����journey and methodology, ensuring a structured and value-driven cloud transformation.” ��

  The��OneRise��program covers key 51����standard modules including MM, SD, PP, EWM, QM, FICO and other core capabilities, delivering an integrated enterprise platform across procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and finance. ��

��The transformation will be supported by Deloitte’s 2-in-a-Box model and Multi-Disciplinary Model (MDM), combined with strong Change Management and industry expertise, to drive adoption, governance discipline and sustainable business value.��

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Medplast was established to expand into the fast-growing medical plaster and surgical tape segment and strengthen its global presence. To support its ambitions for growth and international expansion, Medplast sought a modern, intelligent ERP solution that could standardize core business processes, enable scalability, and enhance data transparency across all operations.��

“As a new business unit, we needed a system that could support our growth while ensuring efficiency and compliance from day one,” said Peerapat Ekpoothorn, General Manager of Medplast “Implementing GROW with 51����allowed us to leverage 51����S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition to streamline our internal approval processes, reduce the order-to-cash cycle, and gain better visibility into our operations. With support from 51����partner NETIZEN, the implementation was smooth and efficient, we now have a solid digital foundation to compete confidently in both domestic and international markets.”��

“Medplast’s implementation of Grow with 51����highlights how Thai manufacturers are leveraging cloud innovation to scale quickly and compete globally,” said Kulwipa Piyawattanametha, Managing Director, 51����Indochina. “By adopting a ready-to-run, industry-best-practice solution, Medplast has accelerated its digital transformation and built a strong foundation for sustainable growth.”����

Working closely with 51����and Medplast, NETIZEN, an 51����Platinum Partner, implemented the NETIZEN Peony—its localized best-practice framework designed to accelerate 51����Cloud ERP deployments. The solution integrates global business processes, analytics, and AI capabilities to enable faster, data-driven decisions. Leveraging its Business Technology Transformation (BTX) methodology, which is founded on a deep understanding of each customer’s business to deliver the most suitable solutions with a long-term perspective, and backed by over two decades of experience, NETIZEN ensured efficient project delivery while aligning Medplast’s operations with global standards for agility and sustainability.��

“At NETIZEN, we don’t just implement software—we codevelop solutions that transform how our clients do business. With our solution NETIZEN Peony and BTX methodology, we deliver intelligent, scalable cloud ERP capabilities that drive real-world value for customers like Medplast,” said Seree Satukijchai, CEO, Netizen. This project showcases SAP’s commitment to empowering small and midsize enterprises (SMEs) across Southeast Asia to innovate and scale through the power of cloud ERP.����

For more details on Medplast’s transformation, read the full story .

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Completed in 2024, the Kulim facility is Tokyo-listed Ferrotec Group’s first-ever plant in Southeast Asia, representing an investment of approximately RM850 million. The plant manufactures precise materials and components that supplies key industry sectors, including semiconductors, automotive products, and medical devices.����

As Ferrotec expanded its product lines and relocated several business units to Kulim, the company faced a major challenge: implementing an ERP system able to integrate finance, sales, supply chain, and manufacturing. Despite its global presence, Ferrotec lacked a unified platform, leaving the new plant without shared IT resources or standardized processes. This resulted in heavy reliance on manual workflows and fragmented data, slowing decision-making and increasing the risk of errors. To keep operations on track, Ferrotec needed to identify and deploy a solution capable of meeting complex requirements within a tight timeline.��

Ferrotec chose GROW with 51����to accelerate its cloud ERP adoption and support future scalability. The impact has been immediate and measurable: procurement efficiency has surged by 90%, finance productivity has improved by 40%, and supply chain process costs have been reduced by 50%. Data accuracy issues have dropped by 80%, enabling sharper execution and more confident, data-driven decisions.��

“With the implementation of GROW with SAP, we established a strong ERP foundation at our new manufacturing site in Malaysia, setting the stage for future growth,” said Jason Ong, IT & IS Manager Ferrotec “Manufacturing advanced components like semiconductor parts demands precision and specialized technology, so our priority was implementing a reliable system to support our finance, sales, supply chain, and manufacturing processes. Today, we’re operating more smoothly and efficiently, with significant productivity gains and lower costs.” ��

“Ferrotec Malaysia chose GROW with 51����to provide it with a comprehensive, cloud-based ERP foundation that aims to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enable data-driven decision-making,” said Vipin Chandran, Managing Director, 51����Malaysia. We are proud of how our technology is helping businesses across Malaysia modernize and scale with confidence.”��

SAP partner played a central role in the design and deployment of the GROW with 51����for Ferrotec Malaysia. Working closely with Ferrotec and SAP, Axxis delivered a structured two-phase implementation, Phase 1 covering Finance, Procurement, and Supply Chain, followed by Phase 2 enabling Sales and Production. This end-to-end approach ensured a seamless transition to the cloud, equipping Ferrotec with modern digital workflows, real-time visibility, and streamlined processes. With a unified cloud platform, Ferrotec now enjoys faster decision-making, improved transparency, and enhanced agility, supporting its expansion into a new plant and future growth. 51����continues to drive continuous improvement through MES integrations and operational enhancements.��

��Ferrotec is now planning immediate extensions to support advanced quality management and compliance in production. The company is evaluating additional solutions including 51����Business AI, 51����SuccessFactors, 51����Ariba, and 51����Customer Experience to further harmonize business operations.��

��For more details on Ferrotec’s transformation, read the full story .  ��

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As the first palm oil factory in Indonesia designed as a cooperative, PT BGMPA is committed to delivering fair value to farmers in the Tanah Laut district. However, legacy ERP systems limited the company’s ability to respond quickly to market fluctuations and hindered visibility into production, procurement, and finance. Month-end reporting took 30 days, delaying critical decisions and reducing pricing accuracy.

To address these challenges, PT BGMPA chose to implement GROW with SAP, – an offering that supports organizations to digitally transform using a standardized framework, tools, and guidance. The business ��now completes reporting cycles in just three days, enabling real-time insights and faster decision-making. This transformation has led to a 2–4% increase in profit margins, with procurement margins rising from 3% to 5–7%. The company can now confidently set procurement and selling prices, helping stabilize fresh fruit bunch (FFB) pricing and support consistent farmer income.

“Our transformation with GROW with 51����has fundamentally changed how we operate,” said Angga Yudha Prasetya, President Director, PT BGMPA. “We have become faster, more agile, and more confident in our decisions. 51����gives us the visibility and control we need to scale efficiently and respond quickly to market changes.”

“GROW with 51����empowers fast-growing companies like PT BGMPA to adopt a modern, scalable cloud ERP with speed and confidence,” said Liher Urbizu, President and Managing Director, 51����Southeast Asia. “By leveraging our Public Cloud offering, PT. BGMPA has built a resilient digital core that aims to enhance operational agility, strengthen financial governance, and support sustainable growth in Indonesia’s vital palm oil sector.”

The implementation was completed in just four months with support from TMS Consulting, an 51����Silver Partner in Indonesia. TMS played a critical role in guiding the company through change management, fostering a culture open to technology, and ensuring smooth user adoption. Its expertise helped PT BGMPA shift from manual processes to a data-first mindset, enabling automation-friendly industrial systems that integrate directly with 51����for real-time monitoring of production volumes, inventory, and assets.

Looking ahead, PT BGMPA plans to expand its digital capabilities with 51����Analytics Cloud, enabling predictive insights into commodity pricing, operational performance, and sustainability indicators. With a resilient digital core and a strong commitment to fairness and transparency, PT BGMPA is better positioned to scale responsibly and deliver long-term value to Indonesia’s agricultural economy.

For more details on��PT. BGMPA’s��transformation, read the full story��.

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As one of Thailand’s most established providers of crop protection and crop care products, Sotus International has been at the forefront of agricultural innovation since 1996. The company supports farmers nationwide with high-quality bio and non-bio solutions that improve productivity, soil health, and crop yields. Facing rapid growth and increased business complexity, Sotus turned to 51����Cloud ERP to unify its business processes, modernize its systems for scalability, and gain real-time data visibility across its value chain.

As Sotus International’s business expanded beyond 1 billion baht in revenue, its existing on-premise 51����ERP system struggled to scale effectively. The company’s complex operations—including intensive R&D, regulatory registration, and formula customization tailored to Thai agriculture—demanded more robust data and workflow management. Additionally, siloed systems across warehouse and other key functions hindered real-time data visibility, prompting the need for a more integrated and agile ERP solution.

Mr. Chirat Prathuangwong, President, Sotus International Co., Ltd said,” In the future, AI wil take its role like a doctor for crops with its intelligences for plant diseases diagnosis,
providing efficient recommendations for crop preventions, crop protections and crop cares, and
integrating in-depth information and guidance for farmers’ decision.For Sotus, AI adoption and implementation will value-add to their two competitiveadvantages. First, the richness of their agri-business data can be better utilized to supportstrategic business decisions. And second, as the pioneering agro-chemical company inThailand to implement 51����Cloud ERP, they are in a strong position to grow their businessefficiently and sustainably”.

“51����Cloud ERP offers the scalability and integration Sotus needs to grow sustainably,” said Kulwipa Piyawattanametha, Managing Director, 51����Indochina. “This transformation highlights how cloud technology helps Thai businesses and farmers thrive through innovation, efficiency, and smarter use of agricultural data.”

As the system integrator, NTT DATA Business Solutions Thailand played a pivotal role in ensuring a smooth migration and optimization of the new public cloud ERP system. Leveraging its deep local expertise and global experience with 51����solutions, the company worked closely with Sotus International to align the implementation with the organization’s complex operational needs. This collaboration enabled Sotus to integrate data and processes across departments, providing the solid foundation for Sotus to grow their business efficiently and sustainably.

Following the implementation, Sotus achieved significant efficiency gains, including a 95% increase in warehouse operation accuracy, 75% enhancement in maintenance scheduling efficiency, and a 70% improvement in business processes. With on-demand access to production and sales insights, the company can better anticipate market trends and deliver more tailored solutions for Thai farmers.

This project underscores SAP’s ongoing commitment to helping small and midsize enterprises (SMEs) across Southeast Asia embrace cloud ERP, enhance operational agility, and advance sustainable growth through innovation and digital technology.

For more details on Sotus International’s transformation .

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Jakarta, 19 February 2024 –��Arya Noble, a prominent player in Indonesia’s healthcare and new ventures, has embarked on a transformative digital journey powered by . This cloud-based ERP offers complete solutions, infrastructure, and services that help migrate and empower Arya Noble to the cloud, optimize operations, boost agility, and redefine healthcare experiences.

Arya Noble’s flagship brand, ERHA, is synonymous with top-tier clinic treatments, while its portfolio extends to brands like GENERO, Derma XP, and Marco. Across its portfolio, Arya Noble owns and manages the entire end-to-end process, from manufacturing and distribution to brand establishment. To further its commitment to cutting-edge skin health solutions, Arya Noble established Skinproof, Indonesia’s only local dermatology research lab, which has rigorously tested countless global skincare and makeup products.��

A consequence of having such a diverse business portfolio, spanning manufacturing to consumer, is that Arya Noble needs a robust, agile, and scalable ERP system. Unfortunately, the legacy system it had been relying on was unable to scale as needed. The organization also experienced challenges in traceability from downstream to upstream due to its siloed data across multiple internal departments, often creating time inefficiencies.��

Recognizing the limitations of its existing digital infrastructure, Arya Noble launched a comprehensive digital transformation initiative in 2022, aiming to strengthen its online presence, enhance customer engagement, and optimize its internal operations for future growth. As part of this journey, Arya Noble decided to implement RISE with 51����at the end of Q3 2023, with the aim of fostering predictive manufacturing. This is also aligned with the Indonesian Government’s nation-building agenda through the ‘Making Indonesia 4.0’ roadmap, which urges healthcare industry players to integrate advanced technologies into their operations.��

The implementation of 51����solutions, including 51����Finance, 51����Controlling, 51����Material Management, 51����Warehouse Management, 51����Production Planning, 51����Sales and Distribution, 51����Quality Management, and 51����Plant Maintenance, using the RISE with 51����approach is targeted at facilitating a more fastidious exchange of data between the Sales and Finance departments, improving reporting mechanisms, and boosting the visibility of critical information. This is aimed at more efficient book closing procedures. For Arya Noble, SAP’s cloud ERP offering intends to enhance traceability, enabling predictive manufacturing insights gathered from downstream to upstream processes within the organization.��

Yonathan Moniaga, Arya Noble’s Chief Innovation Officer, emphasized the importance of transitioning to RISE with 51����to support the company’s diverse and expanding business portfolio. “To meet complex business needs, Arya Noble has embraced 51����solutions as part of its digitalization strategy. Our journey focuses on growing sustainably through automation and data-driven decisions. With RISE with SAP, we can already see the potential, and with every step forward, we bring ourselves closer to delivering products that truly meet our customers’ needs.”��

Andreas Diantoro, 51����Indonesia Managing Director, said, “We are thrilled to support household brands like Arya Noble in embracing digital transformation and business expansion. Through RISE with SAP, Arya Noble is empowered to make more informed strategic decisions to promote predictive manufacturing and information visibility across departments. This will not only contribute significantly to Arya Noble’s business growth but also make a meaningful impact on the healthcare industry in Indonesia.”

[Versi Bahasa, Indonesia]

Transformasi Skincare Indonesia dengan Solusi Cloud:��Perjalanan Transformasi Digital Arya Noble dengan RISE with SAP����

Jakarta, February 19, 2024 –��Arya Noble, pemain terkemuka di bidang layanan kesehatan dan kewirausahaan di Indonesia, telah memulai perjalanan digital transformatif yang didukung oleh . ERP berbasis cloud ini menawarkan solusi, infrastruktur, dan layanan cloud yang lengkap untuk membantu migrasi dan memberdayakan Arya Noble dalam mengoptimalisasi operasional, meningkatkan ketangkasan bisnis, dan meningkatkan pengalaman layanan kesehatan.

Salah satu merek andalan Arya Noble adalah ERHA, penyedia klinik kelas atas, namun Arya Noble juga bergerak pada jajaran portofolio bisnis yang luas, seperti GENERO, Derma XP, dan Marco. Dengan jajaran portfolio yang dimiliki, Arya Noble dapat mengelola keseluruhan proses manufaktur dari awal sampai akhir, mulai dari produksi, distribusi hingga pembentukan merek. Untuk mendukung komitmen mereka terhadap solusi kesehatan kulit yang inovatif, Arya Noble mendirikan Skinproof, satu-satunya laboratorium penelitian dermatologi lokal di Indonesia, yang telah menguji secara ketat produk perawatan kulit dan makeup global terkemuka.��

Sebagai dampak dari portofolio bisnis yang luas, Arya Noble membutuhkan sistem ERP yang kuat, lincah, dan dapat membantu mereka untuk berkembang. Sayangnya, sistem lama yang selama ini diandalkan tidak dapat membantu mereka berkembang sesuai kebutuhan. Arya Noble juga kerap mengalami tantangan dalam aktivitas pelacakan dari hilir ke hulu akibat data yang tidak terpusat sehingga sering menciptakan inefisiensi waktu.��

Menyadari keterbatasan infrastruktur digital yang ada, Arya Noble meluncurkan inisiatif transformasi digital yang komprehensif pada tahun 2022, yang bertujuan untuk memperkuat kehadirannya secara online, meningkatkan keterlibatan pelanggan, dan mengoptimalkan operasional internalnya demi pertumbuhan bisnis di masa depan. Sebagai bagian dari perjalanan ini, Arya Noble memutuskan untuk mengimplementasikan RISE with 51����pada akhir Q3 2023, dengan tujuan untuk mendorong manufaktur prediktif. Hal ini juga selaras dengan agenda Pemerintah Indonesia melalui inisiatif ‘Making Indonesia 4.0’, yang mendorong para pelaku industri kesehatan untuk mengintegrasikan teknologi canggih ke dalam operasional mereka.��

Implementasi solusi SAP, meliputi 51����Finance, 51����Controlling, 51����Material Management, 51����Warehouse Management, 51����Production Planning, 51����Sales and Distribution, 51����Quality Management, dan 51����Plant Maintenance, dengan menggunakan RISE with 51����ditargetkan untuk dapat memfasilitasi beberapa perkembangan bisnis Arya Noble, seperti pertukaran data yang lebih cepat antara departemen Sales dan Finance, mekanisme pelaporan yang lebih baik, dan peningkatan visibilitas informasi penting. Hal ini juga bertujuan untuk menghasilkan prosedur penutupan buku yang lebih efisien. Bagi Arya Noble, penawaran ERP 51����berbasis cloud ini diharapkan dapat meningkatkan kemampuan pelacakan, memungkinkan kemampuan manufaktur prediktif dari hilir ke hulu.��

Yonathan Moniaga, Chief Innovation Officer Arya Noble, menekankan pentingnya transisi ke RISE with 51����untuk mendukung perkembangan portofolio bisnis perusahaan yang beragam. “Untuk memenuhi kebutuhan bisnis yang kompleks, Arya Noble telah menggunakan solusi 51����sebagai bagian dari strategi digitalisasi. Perjalanan kami berfokus pada pertumbuhan yang berkelanjutan melalui automasi dan pengambilan keputusan berbasis data. Dengan RISE with SAP, kami dapat melihat banyak potensi, dan dengan setiap langkah ke depan, kami semakin dekat dalam memberikan produk yang benar-benar memenuhi kebutuhan pelanggan kami.”��

Andreas Diantoro, Managing Director 51����Indonesia, mengatakan, “Kami sangat senang dapat mendukung merek-merek terkemuka di Indonesia, seperti Arya Noble, dalam melakukan transformasi digital dan ekspansi bisnis. Melalui RISE with SAP, Arya Noble mampu membuat keputusan strategis berbasis data untuk mendorong kemampuan manufaktur prediktif dan visibilitas informasi pada seluruh departemen. Hal ini tidak hanya akan memberikan kontribusi yang signifikan terhadap pertumbuhan bisnis Arya Noble, namun juga memberikan dampak yang bermakna bagi industri kesehatan di Indonesia.”��

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“The system was developed totally independently at each mine site, so each mine site had its own configurations. Therefore, over the last 10 years, Yancoal was really modifying 51����on the fly. It was like modifying the engines on a plane mid-flight,” said Graham Slattery, General Manager, ICT, Yancoal Australia.

In an era defined by transformative technology, the mining industry stands at a crossroads. Facing a distinct paradigm shift —from the relentless quest for minerals to aging infrastructure and the weight of environmental responsibilities—mining companies find themselves at an inflection point. The push and pull of economic volatility, regulatory pressures, and the need for sustainable operations intertwine with the importance of digital innovation. Yet, despite the industry’s traditional roots, the imperative for digital transformation looms larger than ever. These pressing factors demand a multi-pronged approach to navigate the complexities, ensuring not just survival, but thriving in an ever-evolving landscape.

Among those pioneering the digital imperative is Yancoal, a prominent mining enterprise that embarked on a transformative journey in partnership with SAP. Through a meticulous process of business transformation, Yancoal has emerged as a shining example of the industry’s potential, enabled by SAP’s innovative solutions.

Digitally Forward, Mining in the Cloud

Yancoal, established in 2004, stands as a premier coal producer in Australia, operating and owning nine mines across the country. With a workforce of 4800 employees, its business priorities currently revolve around maximizing productivity, investing in blending opportunities, and pursuing M&A acquisitions diversifying from coal industries.

The cloud journey has not been devoid of challenges. As a longtime customer of 51����since 2011, Yancoal was armed with disparate system configurations at each mine site, leading to continual modifications. Despite facing industry headwinds in the pandemic years, a strategic business strategy to shift to was recommended, which promised��20% savings over five years��and paving the way for a comprehensive overhaul. This journey encompassed a brownfield implementation, technical upgrades, and future greenfield projects, streamlining operations by replacing legacy systems, optimizing data storage, and unifying reporting mechanisms onto the 51����platform.

“We delivered the project successfully within five months, seamlessly implementing changes that went unnoticed by the business is aligned to our objective of minimized impact to the business.���� Demonstrate success and you gain the trust and confidence from the business that you can deliver a successful project.” said Maria Rodriguez, Business Solutions and Portfolio Manager, Yancoal Australia.

Yancoal��focused on future-proofing its business by adopting best practice industry use cases to optimize efficiency and functionality. For example, Yancoal transitioned from multiple legacy on-premise and third-party analytics platforms, and consolidated various business reporting methods into a unified analytics strategy powered by (SAC), 51����Analysis for Office and 51����Datasphere for improved efficiency. This move simplified the processes and notably reduced report generation time from hours to minutes. The decision to opt for a brownfield approach was driven by a necessity to address poor data quality, a challenge that could have taken years to rectify.

The collaboration between Yancoal and 51����goes beyond the typical vendor partnership. Supported by SAP’s Customer Success Partners (CSP) to augment its IT workforce and address critical business needs, this partnership embodies transparency, a shared vision, meticulous planning, and aligned governance.

“At the end of the day, we make the decision, but we make an informed decision. I couldn’t have done this without my partnership with SAP. I have a point of contact. I wasn’t alone.” Maria Rodriguez, Business Solutions and Portfolio Manager, Yancoal Australia.

Yancoal’s Future Vision

“Given the time constraints across Yancoal, our aim is to streamline operations through automation and unleash valuable time. Where do I see artificial intelligence (AI)? For example, AI can aggregate vast datasets, analyze them comprehensively, and yield valuable insights, opportunities, and risk assessments.” Maria Rodriguez, Business Solutions and Portfolio Manager, Yancoal Australia.

“Improving productivity is key. Data and technology, including automation and artificial intelligence, are further unlocking growth opportunities and enhancing our operational performance and improving our productivity, enabling Yancoal to be safer, more efficient and more sustainable.” Graham Slattery, General Manager, ICT, Yancoal Australia.

Looking ahead, automation clearly takes the spotlight as Yancoal aims to further streamline operations and save time for its workforce. Artificial intelligence plays a pivotal role in Yancoal’s business vision, where it will be used to analyze extensive data from work orders and repairs in the Enterprise Asset Management space. The aim is to identify critical risks and opportunities, especially in job planning and machinery performance. The company eyes SAP’s consumption-based AI model for gradual integration, a move they believe holds immense potential for future advancements.

Learning from successful business models, Yancoal seeks insights to streamline operations and save resources. Its emphasis on data analytics aims to provide real-time information to operators and management, whether on-site or remotely. Additionally, they aspire to automate maintenance tasks, envisioning a system where technicians can take photos of devices, prompting automated actions and reducing manual data entry.

Beyond SAP’s primarily focuses, Yancoal is implementing sensors to optimize large conveyor belts to minimize inactivity-induced inefficiencies as well as using new environmental monitoring and data capture technologies. The challenge, however, is the disparate data across platforms—a challenge Yancoal aims to surmount. Its vision involves centralization of data, from manual capture into a consolidated database to eventual automation, paving the way for seamless utilization of reporting systems with a clean digital core.

Ultimately, Yancoal’s story represents more than a digital transformation—it’s a testament to resilience, innovation, and the impactful nature of collaborative partnerships that inspire the mining industry, and beyond.

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SINGAPORE, Singapore — July 25, 2023 — 51����showcased a range of innovations with customers and partners, including Aboitiz InfraCapital, Changi Airport Group, Metro Pacific Investments Corporation, Petrosea, ST Logistics, and Visa at its flagship event in Singapore today.��

The event, hosted at the Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, brought together over 1000 customers, partners, and technology experts from around Southeast Asia (SEA) to discuss recently announced 51����solutions like and , and spotlight how organizations are leveraging 51����solutions and business networks to future-proof their businesses.

Speaking at 51����NOW SEA, a range of companies shared their inspiring transformation journeys, including:����

• Visa is collaborating with  to streamline and simplify business-to-business (B2B) payments for enterprises of all sizes. The  collaboration, led out of Asia Pacific, will embed payments into the 51����ecosystem through 51����Business Technology Platform (51����BTP) and deliver capabilities that help businesses route commercial payments to suppliers, whether or not they accept card payments.��
• Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC), a leading infrastructure company became the first business in the Philippines to implement RISE with SAP, streamlining its operations and consolidating its enterprise resource planning systems under SAP.����
• A leader in the supply chain industry, ST Logistics chose RISE with SAP, 51����SuccessFactors, and 51����BTP to power its three-year digital transformation plan, drive operational excellence, and accelerate sustainable growth.��������

“Our mission in SEA is to uplift the lives of our region’s 700 million people. At SAP, we are doing that in three ways – boosting innovation through new ideas like business AI, driving sustainable outcomes by investing in carbon accounting and the green ledger, and helping businesses future-proof their infrastructure for resiliency in the cloud,” said Verena Siow, President and Managing Director, 51����SEA.��

The event follows the announcement of SAP’s Asia Pacific Q2 2023 earnings, noting significant cloud growth and highlighting new SEA customer wins and go-lives including Visa, Singtel, FGV IFFCO, and Aboitiz InfraCapital.��

Driving future-readiness with 51����partner ecosystem for the AI economy����

51����reinforced its commitment to partner innovation at 51����NOW SEA, helping businesses solve their most pressing challenges in the AI economy. 51����welcomed Snehanshu Shah, Managing Director for 51����at Google Cloud, to provide more details on SAP’s expanded partnership with Google Cloud. The partnership introduces a comprehensive open data offering that unites 51����with Google Cloud’s Data and Analytics Technology, unleashing the power of business data and advancing enterprise AI development.��

B Capital Group, a venture capital firm co-founded by Eduardo Saverin and Raj Ganguly, and which invests in technology start-ups across the world, announced today that it has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with 51����in Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) to help startups scale through technology innovation. Under the MoU, B Capital portfolio companies will gain access to SAP’s industry expertise and global business networks to accelerate innovation, including areas such as AI and automation.����

Asia’s leading communications technology group Singtel, also announced today that they are collaborating with 51����to offer an end-to-end 5G Intelligent Edge Aggregator (IEA) solution to further enable enterprises to gain real-time intelligence and insights to help them make critical business decisions. The solution, powered by 51����BTP, will be developed for computer vision, workplace safety, and last mile delivery use cases, creating a framework that industry players and customers can easily adapt and integrate with their backend systems and processes.��

“It is clear we are at an inflection point, and the best way to Transform Tomorrow, Today, is through continual innovations: bringing expert partners, including customers themselves, together to collaborate and tap the power of the collective to thrive in the SEA digital economy,” added Siow.��

Aboitiz InfraCapital: “At Aboitiz InfraCapital, we view 51����as our trusted partner in future-proofing our organization and achieving our business transformation goals. With 51����BTP and RISE with SAP,�� as our guiding principle, we have witnessed the breadth of SAP’s portfolio, which is integral in driving our entire digital roadmap for the next five years and in helping realize Aboitiz’s group vision of becoming the Philippines’ first techglomerate,” said Raymund Ramos, Chief Information Officer, Aboitiz InfraCapital.��

B Capital Group: “Asia is a hotbed for innovation and start-ups. We are seeing huge opportunities in the region not just with new digital industries but also in revitalizing existing industries to adapt to a changing environment. Our collaboration with 51����will provide B Capital portfolio companies valuable access to tried-and-tested industry best practices, fit-to-standard technology stack for fast-growing companies, and an extensive 51����business network to develop new innovations with – all of which will help us accelerate growth and scale globally,” said Arijit Sengupta, General Partner, B Capital����

Google Cloud: “51����data is one of the most important assets for many businesses, and our expanded partnership makes it remarkably easy for customers to unify everything through our data cloud to create rich business insights, train custom AI models, and more,” said Martin Chee, Managing Director, APAC Specialist Sales, Google Cloud.��

Petrosea: “Our transformation has been driven by our 3D strategy of digitalization, diversification and decarbonization as the enabler for our company to pursue not only superior but also sustainable performance. Tapping into various digital solutions within 51����ecosystem along with our Minerva Digital Platform as the in-house platform for end-to-end digital mining solutions has helped bring in connectivity, insights and impacts to support our aspiration to become a sustainable resource in the upcoming future,” said Sudarto Unsurlany, Head of Digitalization, PT Petrosea Tbk.��

Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD): “As a leading research-intensive global university focused on technology and design, we understand the importance of using innovative technology to prepare students for the new world of work and to create compelling employee experiences. SUTD was looking for a scalable, efficient, and secure cloud-based ERP system to future-proof our organization, and with RISE with 51����as our digital core, we were able to leverage built-in intelligent technologies, including AI, machine learning and advanced analytics to achieve sustainable growth for the university,” said Giselia Giam, Vice President, Administration and Chief Financial Officer, SUTD.��

ST Logistics: “With more than 50 years of experience in providing Supply Chain Management and Integrated Logistics Solutions to the Defense, Government and Healthcare sectors, we looked to partner with 51����to help drive our business transformation journey and become future-ready in this digital economy.  With the help of RISE with SAP, we are able to obtain a common view of data to operationalize corporate strategies quickly and gain access to real-time analytics to enhance decision-making in service delivery to meet customers’ demands. In addition, we will also be able to optimize our logistics strategies, reduce costs, and improve our services while achieving our sustainability goals,” said Loganathan Ramasamy, Chief Executive Officer, ST Logistics.��

Visa: “Visa’s collaboration with 51����is a major milestone as it sets the stage for a deep exploration into the world of embedded finance for the B2B market,” said Chavi Jafa, Head of Commercial and Money Movement Solutions, Asia Pacific, Visa. “Almost 99 per cent of the world’s largest companies use 51����solutions to run their daily operations, and now these enterprises can use their Visa cards, a payment method they trust, directly on 51����Business Technology Platform (51����BTP), an enterprise solution they rely on. Enterprises will no longer need to grapple with the various payment methods accepted by their suppliers, as Visa’s payment solutions that are integrated into 51����BTP will route commercial card payments to all suppliers, whether they accept card payments or not. This will speed up payments for both buyers and sellers, helping to further digitize B2B payment flows across Asia Pacific’s supply chains.”��

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Q1: Is 51����S/4HANA Cloud, Public Edition capable of handling multiple currencies?

A1: Yes, in addition to the Transaction Currency, 51����S/4HANA Cloud, Public Edition supports up to three parallel currency types end to end in all ledgers. And, if your business requires Functional Currency, you can set up a Company Code Currency , Group Currency or your own currency type as Functional Currency.

Q2: Can an organization use a currency other than the national currency as company code currency?

A2: In order to meet legal reporting requirements and to accelerate business configuration, the Company Code Currency is already predefined as the national currency of the company code. ��As organizations may have different requirements to deal with different currencies, 51����provides powerful multi-currency functionality to address those business need using Group Currency or Functional Currency or Freely Defined Currency as outlined above.

Q3: What is the Functional Currency and how can it be defined?

A3: The Functional Currency is regulated by IFRS (IAS 21) and US GAAP (ASC 830) and specifies the currency of your primary economic environment. In 51����S/4HANA Cloud, Public Edition, you can define the Functional Currency on leading-ledger level for all ledgers in a company code.

Q4: What are some of the best practices companies can adopt with regards to multi-currency functionality?

A4: In general, we recommend to use the Company Code Currency (10) for legal and local reporting and to use the Group Currency (30) for reporting on group-level, such as IFRS and US GAAP. ��In addition to that, the Functional Currency can be used to meet IFRS (IAS 21) and US GAAP (ASC 830) requirements. By default, the Company Code Currency (10) is defined as the Functional Currency but also, the Group Currency (30) or your own currency can be used as Functional Currency.

Expanding companies across the globe face unique challenges when managing subsidiaries in different countries with varying currencies. The objective of 51����S/4HANA Cloud, Public Edition is to provide a robust solution that supports businesses to embark on its mission to overcome these challenges and unlock their growth potential. With the help of its powerful multi-currency functionality, globally operating companies are given the tools that will aid them in their goals to efficiently manage multiple currencies, gain real-time visibility, comply with regulatory requirements, stay ahead in a competitive market driving operational excellence, enhance financial management, and accelerate their journey towards sustainable success in a multi-currency environment.

Jitu Agrawal is the Head of 51����S/4HANA Cloud, Public Edition at 51����Asia Pacific and Japan.

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SINGAPORE — (SEA) today announced the launch of , a new offering to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) adopt cloud ERP that enables speed, predictability and continuous innovation, on the back of its , attended by over 300 partners across the region.

GROW with 51����also includes so customers can define their own processes in a cloud-native way using 51����Build. With the help of 51����Build solutions, business users can create enterprise apps, automate processes and design business sites without writing code, an important asset for those closest to the business who can create the solutions they need.

According to an 51����study, more than two-thirds of SMEs say that digital transformation is critical for their organization’s survival. More than ever, organizations need knowledgeable business partners that can help guide them through their transformation journey, help them navigate changes with agility, and help achieve lifetime business value from their investments.

“SMEs are the backbone of the SEA economy, Together with our ecosystem of partners across SEA, we can empower SMEs to be the growth engines of the digital and experience economy by harnessing the proven benefits of GROW with SAP, achieve continuous innovation to retain their competitive advantage in a dynamic market, and unleash their potential for new international business opportunities,” said Verena Siow, President and Managing Director, 51����SEA.

“T-PRIDE was established to contribute towards building community resilience, preparedness and response to the COVID-19 pandemic. While we are in the post pandemic era, we continue to safeguard the community and stay prepared. By moving to the cloud and leveraging as our digital core, we are able to enhance the way we operate with greater governance and visibility, while continuing to deliver on our mission. Having an integrated solution will ensure we can manage future deployments effectively and processes/governance are aligned. With an unifying and data-driven approach to process analysis and improved decision-making, we continue to meet the evolving needs of our communities and transform lives for a more inclusive and resilient world,” said Judy Hoie, CEO, Temasek Public Resilience Infectious Disease Emergency (T-PRIDE).

“51����has over 50 years of expertise to help enable companies of all sizes become sustainable, intelligent enterprises, and we understand what it takes to help customers realize value from adopting cloud ERP, how they can leverage to scale and support even the most extensive product lines, complex service offerings, and ambitious sustainability goals,” added Siow.

“Businesses know that there are significant benefits from digital transformation and move to the cloud, but uncertainty holds them back,” said Christophe Derdeyn, Partner and Director Delaware Singapore & Delaware International. “GROW with 51����shows customers we can meet their budget and business needs. When they see the components and services clearly mapped out, moving to the cloud will no longer feel like such a scary leap, but a controlled, step-by-step process. Also, it’s the assurance that they’re in good hands that makes all the difference with 51����and Partner ecosystem.”

“51����combined three of its strongest assets into a powerhouse program to help customers move to the cloud,” said Krit Virojsailee, I AM Consulting Managing Director. “Our customers can scale their business with 51����S/4HANA Cloud. They can innovate with 51����Business Technology Platform. And the preconfigured best practice content – that’s 50 years of industry knowledge – speeds up implementation and will give them a leg up on their competition!”

51����also announced winners of its 51����SEA Partner Awards 2023 which recognize top partners in sales, innovation, technology, services and solution areas.

For more information about GROW with 51����for Partners, visit the now.

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