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This modernisation marks a significant step in futureproofing the company ’ s application landscape , enabling enhanced cloud capabilities and cost efficiencies , while positioning Uniper Wärme to meet the dynamic demands of the energy sector .

The primary goal of this initiative was to modernise Uniper Wärme ’ s SAP landscape , moving from its previous supplier to the SAP HANA database . The upgrade to SAP S / 4HANA Utilities has provided the company with an efficient , flexible and scalable IT infrastructure , designed to support the business well into the future . to SAP S / 4HANA and to have been able to implement a more cost-efficient infrastructure and modern database technologies in the Heat division . This will improve Uniper Wärme ’ s cloud maturity and enable the company to meet future challenges with agility . We are proud to be part of Uniper ’ s journey and look forward to our continued collaboration .”

Uniper Wärme , which serves customers in the Ruhr region of Germany , embarked on the modernisation project to overhaul an ageing ERP system that had evolved over the years to include a multitude of SAP and non-SAP modules and interfaces . With growing demands in the energy sector , this system no longer met the company ’ s needs , and a seamless transition was critical for around 30 users .

Libero Raspa , Managing Director of adesso UK , said : “ With adesso ’ s proven track record on major projects such as Uniper ’ s , we are well positioned to support UK organisations in their own SAP transformation and ensure they are prepared for future challenges with agility and efficiency . We look forward to bringing this expertise to the UK market and supporting our clients ’ growth and innovation .”

A number of challenges were successfully navigated , including integrating existing system functions and ensuring the smooth migration from the previous database . Professional support and comprehensive testing were vital in achieving a smooth transition , ensuring uninterrupted service to ERP customers during the process .

The modernisation project has been a resounding success , with Uniper Wärme now benefitting from enhanced cloud maturity , improved infrastructure efficiency , and the adoption of modern database technologies . The transition has enabled the company to adapt swiftly to evolving market conditions , while continuing to provide a reliable and sustainable energy supply .

Principal advantages of the SAP S / 4HANA upgrade were : increased cloud maturity ; cost-effective infrastructure ; and more flexible , future-proof solutions .

Tobias Beck , Account Director at adesso , said : “ We are delighted to have supported Uniper in its transition

With its modernised infrastructure , Uniper Wärme GmbH is well-positioned for continued success in a rapidly evolving energy sector , ensuring that it can meet future challenges with confidence and agility .

We asked Libero Raspa , Managing Director of adesso UK , further questions to find out more .

What were some of the key lessons learned from Uniper Wärme ’ s transition to SAP S / 4HANA Utilities ?

A brownfield conversion can also work well . Many customers want to take advantage of the ‘ historic ’ opportunity when converting to S / 4HANA and are then overwhelmed by the complexity . We have learned that it can be worthwhile to focus on the purely technical conversion first and to tackle optimisations , innovations , and new features in a focused manner in the follow-up / productive operation . On the other hand , it is worth taking a simple approach and not getting lost in endless conceptual loops . True to the motto : We just do it !

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