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manufacturing. This gives Nestlé a competitive edge to operate with both speed and scale. transform Nestlé into an integrated global company by standardising Business Processes, Data and Systems.
One immediate advantage of the upgraded SAP transactional core for zone AOA is the ability to implement advanced Available-to-Promise( aATP). This next-generation smart order fulfilment solution matches supply with demand in real time, unlocking further capabilities that will transform how Nestlé operates and serves its customers.
What were the technical challenges inherent in implementing the SAP solution with Nestlé?
Migrating such a vast consolidated system required ensuring the integrity of business-critical data and transactions throughout the process. Teams needed to maintain full stability across procurement, supply chain, finance and manufacturing.
Executing the world’ s largest SAP S / 4HANA upgrade required meticulous planning and cross-functional collaboration. Complexity stemmed from:
This gave the company a competitive advantage to operate at speed and scale.
For the current upgrade, SAP’ s technical teams worked closely with Nestlé’ s IT and business leaders, ensuring best practices and minimising risk throughout the migration.
The result is a strengthened digital core that positions Nestlé for continued innovation and agility.
SAP recognised this upgrade as the largest and fastest migration of an existing system to S / 4HANA in the SAP cloud globally.
What future technical requirements does Nestlé foresee evolving over the life of the partnership?
Looking ahead, the AOA upgrade lays the foundation for:
• Migrating a highly consolidated single-template SAP landscape spanning multiple countries and business units
• Ensuring zero disruption to Nestlé’ s operations
• Coordinating IT, business functions, Integrated Business Services( IBS) and external partners to manage dependencies, orchestrate cutover and troubleshoot in real time
• Implementing a comprehensive change management approach with blended tailored training, ongoing communication and robust support to deliver a seamless transition for tens of thousands of users
Despite these challenges, the upgrade was delivered ahead of the planned 24-hour window thanks to robust preparation and a‘ one team’ mindset.
How did SAP work with Nestlé in implementing the solution?
The partnership between Nestlé and SAP dates back to 2000 with the first global implementation of a single SAP template designed to
• Scalable Digital Transformation: The converted SAP core is designed to support future innovation including advanced automation, AI integration and enhanced business networks
• Agility and adaptability: Nestlé can accelerate its digital roadmap, respond faster to market changes and roll out new products globally with greater speed
• Continuous improvement: A unified architecture enables ongoing enhancements in supply chain visibility, real-time analytics and standardised processes across regions
Nestlé’ s ambition is clear: to build a future-ready enterprise combining global scale with local agility, powered by a robust digital core.
The AOA SAP S / 4HANA Cloud upgrade is a landmark in enterprise IT demonstrating how scale, speed and collaboration can deliver transformative business value.
Nestlé’ s experience sets a new standard for Digital Transformation in the consumer goods sector with lessons for any organisation seeking to modernise at scale. p
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