SAP BW Connector for Cloud Systems

Ever-increasing interconnection has become an integral part of today’s business world. At the same time, more and more specialized solutions are being used in various areas of everyday corporate life (be it project management, EHS or travel expense accounting). Today, these are mostly implemented as innovative cloud solutions. However, this development brings with it the challenge of integrating a wide variety of systems.

At the same time, a consolidated database is more important than ever. Cross-functional reporting, in which, for example, data from Human Resources, Purchasing and Sales are brought together with cost center information, is essential for modern corporate management.

SAP BW Cloud Connector

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Technical integration

Cloud services have modern APIs, which are mostly REST based. A REST (Representational State Transfer) interface allows the different systems to communicate with each other using an HTTP protocol. It represents a set of rules on how applications should be programmed to simplify data exchange. This allows the systems to understand each other even though they speak different languages. In addition to REST, there are many other web services such as SOAP or other technical options that can be used in individual cases.

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Integrated SAP Systems

SAP has numerous types of integration in its various products. For example, SAP Cloud Plattform Integration can be used as a middle ware. Smart Data Integration (SDI) and Smart Data Access (SDA) can be used in a HANA system. But even in a standard BW system integration can be done quite easy via ABAP. SAP products are therefore well integrated in their ecosystem, but this does not always apply to other systems. So, the question arises how you can still achieve integration and which way is best for you.

Virtual data access

If necessary, it is also possible to access data in read and write mode without storing it locally. This means that the data is immediately available for analysis and further processing. This approach saves time and storage space because redundant data storage is avoided. Furthermore, the data models can be scaled more easily. This allows you to implement an enterprise-wide single version of the truth in the shortest possible time and build a distributed data landscape with central access, while the data remains in the respective systems.

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‣ Access to third party systems

Custom integration options allow you to connect third-party systems such as SalesForce or SharePoint to your business warehouse. Both read and write access is possible.

‣ State of the Art Technologies

Depending on the existing requirements, state of the art technologies such as REST APIs, SDI, SDA or SCP are used. Whereby your individual situation is crucial. Both incoming and outgoing connections are possible.

‣ Simple Integration

The integration into the SAP Business Warehouse can be done via process chains. However, it is also possible to write data directly to ADSOs. In this case, the data of the third-party system is immediately available.

‣ Supports all BW systems

All SAP Business Warehouse systems are supported - both SAP BW and BW on HANA and BW/4HANA as well. You can also use the SAP Cloud Platform Integration to bring data from the cloud into an on-premises system.

‣ Connection to common recruiting systems

Our approach supports the common software solutions in recruiting such as Avature, iCIMS or Jobvite. These help you to find, hire and train top talents.

‣ Optimize purchasing processes

Use the connection to purchasing systems such as Coupa, Procurify and Precoro to optimize your purchasing processes. Generate competitive advantages in order to assert yourself in the highly competitive market.

‣ Human Resources

The performance of your business depends very much on your employees. This is where HR Talent & Learning solutions such as Workday, Cornerstone and Oracle Peoplesoft come into play. Thanks to integration with SAP BW, you have central access to all relevant information.

‣ Environmental protection, health and safety at work

EH&S applications from innovative providers such as TechniData, Quentic and Enablon can also be integrated into the SAP Business Warehouse. In this way, you always have an overview of the most important key figures.

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