SAP ERP for Business Operations Management

Introduction:

SAP ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) is a powerful, comprehensive software solution that helps businesses streamline and automate their core processes, from finance and procurement to manufacturing and supply chain management. This course is designed for business professionals, managers, and IT specialists who want to gain a deep understanding of how SAP ERP can optimize and integrate operations across the enterprise. Whether you're aiming to enhance your operational efficiency or improve decision-making processes, this course will provide you with the necessary skills to effectively use SAP ERP.

Course Objective:

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the fundamentals of SAP ERP and its role in business operations management.

• Gain practical skills in managing business processes such as procurement, supply chain, production planning, and financials.

• Learn how to configure, navigate, and use SAP ERP modules to optimize business workflows.

• Enhance decision-making by utilizing SAP ERP for real-time data reporting and analysis.

• Improve efficiency and reduce operational costs using automation and integration features within SAP ERP.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to SAP ERP

• Overview of SAP ERP: Key features and functionalities.

• Understanding ERP and its importance in business operations management.

• Exploring the SAP ERP interface and navigation.

• Hands-On: Setting up user roles and permissions in SAP ERP.

Module 2: SAP ERP for Finance and Controlling (FICO)

• Overview of financial management using SAP ERP.

• Managing accounts payable and receivable.

• Automating financial transactions and reporting.

• Configuring cost centers and internal orders for controlling.

• Hands-On: Managing financial data using SAP ERP’s FICO module.

Module 3: Procurement and Materials Management (MM)

• Streamlining procurement processes with SAP ERP.

• Creating purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and goods receipts.

• Managing vendor relationships and inventory control.

• Automating stock and materials management.

• Hands-On: Configuring and managing procurement workflows using the Materials Management module.

Module 4: Sales and Distribution (SD)

• Managing sales orders and customer service through SAP ERP.

• Automating pricing, billing, and delivery processes.

• Tracking order fulfillment and managing customer accounts.

• Hands-On: Creating sales orders and managing the distribution cycle in SAP ERP.

Module 5: Production Planning (PP)

• Understanding production planning and control with SAP ERP.

• Setting up and managing production orders, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and work centers.

• Optimizing capacity planning and scheduling.

• Hands-On: Configuring production workflows and managing resources in SAP ERP.

Module 6: Supply Chain Management (SCM)

• Integrating supply chain operations using SAP ERP.

• Managing procurement, logistics, and inventory planning.

• Automating demand forecasting and replenishment.

• Hands-On: Managing end-to-end supply chain processes with SAP ERP’s SCM module.

Module 7: Human Capital Management (HCM)

• Managing employee data and HR processes in SAP ERP.

• Automating payroll, recruitment, and performance evaluations.

• Managing organizational structure and workforce planning.

• Hands-On: Managing HR tasks using SAP ERP’s Human Capital Management module.

Module 8: Reporting and Analytics

• Using SAP ERP for real-time business reporting and analytics.

• Customizing financial and operational reports for better decision-making.

• Using SAP Business Intelligence (BI) for advanced reporting and data analysis.

• Hands-On: Generating and analyzing business reports in SAP ERP.

Module 9: SAP ERP Integration and Customization

• Integrating SAP ERP with other systems and third-party applications.

• Configuring workflows and automating business processes.

• Customizing SAP ERP modules to meet specific business needs.

• Hands-On: Configuring integration options and customizing processes within SAP ERP.

Module 10: Best Practices for SAP ERP Implementation

• Key steps for successful SAP ERP implementation and deployment.

• Managing change and training employees on SAP ERP usage.

• Best practices for maximizing operational efficiency and reducing costs.

• Hands-On: Developing an implementation plan for SAP ERP.

Capstone Project:
Participants will work on a business scenario where they will configure and optimize various business processes in SAP ERP. This will include tasks like managing procurement, sales, production, and finance using the different SAP ERP modules.

Course Duration: 20-30 hours of instructor-led or self-paced learning.
Delivery Mode: Online live sessions or self-paced modules.
Target Audience: Business managers, IT professionals, operations managers, and anyone looking to enhance their understanding of SAP ERP for business operations management.