SAP HR

In my organisation, we are using ERP soluations for all functions. We have been in the process of implementing SAP. Therefore, I have started collecting materials on SAP and its applications in HR functions. While I was reading the material, I came across good informative items on SAP, which I thought, I would share with HR friends.

What is SAP?

·SAP stands for Systems, Applications and Products in Data Processing.

·In 1972, five former IBM employees – Dietmar Hopp, Hans-Werner Hector, Hasso Plattner, Klaus Tschira, and Claus Wellenreuther – launched a company called Systems Applications and Products in Data Processing in Mannheim, Germany.

·SAP products are generally focused on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP).

It integrates all the functions such as Human Resources, Supply Chain Management, Customer Relations Management, Financials, Manufacturing functions and Warehouse Management functions into single system.
Features of SAP:

·SAP creates a common centralized database for all the applications running in an organization.

·SAP solutions give real-time visibility across entire enterprise, so anyone can streamline supply chain, bring products to market faster, get more out of procurement, and eliminate duplication of effort.

·SAP offers proven methodologies, advanced software tools, and best practices to get your ERP solution up and running quickly -- and contributing to your business goals.

·SAP system is a multilingual, multinational, multi-currency system that uses client-server technology, making it both portable and scalable.

·SAP has software solutions called SAP Business One (SAP B1) and SAP all in one, which are mainly created for small and mid sized organizations.