SAP SCM for Supply Chain Operations

Introduction:

In today’s fast-paced business environment, effective supply chain management (SCM) is crucial for organizations aiming to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and meet customer demands. SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) provides powerful tools and solutions that enable businesses to streamline their supply chain processes, from planning and sourcing to production and distribution. This course is designed to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of SAP SCM functionalities, best practices, and real-world applications. Through hands-on exercises and case studies, learners will develop the skills needed to optimize supply chain operations using SAP SCM solutions.

Course Objective:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the core concepts and components of supply chain management within the SAP ecosystem.

• Navigate and utilize SAP SCM tools effectively for supply chain planning, execution, and monitoring.

• Implement best practices for inventory management, demand forecasting, and production planning.

• Analyze supply chain data for informed decision-making and performance optimization.

• Prepare for advanced roles in supply chain operations and management.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Supply Chain Management (SCM)

• Understanding supply chain management: Definitions, objectives, and importance.

• Overview of SAP SCM: Key features and benefits in the supply chain landscape.

• Introduction to SCM processes: Planning, execution, and control.

Module 2: SAP SCM Architecture and Components

• Exploring the architecture of SAP SCM: Integration with SAP ERP and other SAP solutions.

• Key components of SAP SCM: Supply Chain Planning (SCP), Supply Chain Execution (SCE), and Event Management (EM).

• Hands-on: Navigating the SAP SCM interface and understanding system functionalities.

Module 3: Demand Planning and Forecasting

• Importance of demand planning in supply chain operations.

• Using SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) for accurate demand forecasting.

• Hands-on: Creating and analyzing demand plans within SAP SCM.

Module 4: Supply Planning and Inventory Management

• Strategies for effective supply planning and inventory control.

• Utilizing SAP SCM for inventory optimization and replenishment strategies.

• Hands-on: Implementing inventory management processes and analyzing stock levels.

Module 5: Production Planning and Execution

• Understanding production planning: Types of production processes and methods.

• Using SAP SCM for production scheduling, capacity planning, and execution.

• Hands-on: Configuring production planning scenarios and managing production orders.

Module 6: Logistics and Distribution Management

• Overview of logistics processes: Transportation, warehousing, and distribution.

• Leveraging SAP SCM for optimizing logistics and distribution operations.

• Hands-on: Managing logistics operations and analyzing distribution performance.

Module 7: Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

• Importance of supplier collaboration in supply chain success.

• Utilizing SAP SCM for supplier evaluation, selection, and performance monitoring.

• Hands-on: Implementing supplier relationship management strategies within SAP SCM.

Module 8: Supply Chain Analytics and Reporting

• Understanding the role of analytics in supply chain decision-making.

• Using SAP BusinessObjects and SAP Analytics Cloud for supply chain reporting.

• Hands-on: Creating and interpreting supply chain reports and dashboards.

Module 9: Risk Management in Supply Chain Operations

• Identifying potential risks and disruptions in the supply chain.

• Implementing risk management strategies using SAP SCM tools.

• Hands-on: Conducting risk assessments and developing mitigation plans.

Module 10: Best Practices and Future Trends in Supply Chain Management

• Exploring industry best practices for optimizing supply chain operations.

• Discussing emerging trends in SCM: Sustainability, digitalization, and automation.

• Hands-on: Developing a roadmap for enhancing supply chain strategies in an organization.

Course Duration:

20 hours of instructor-led or self-paced learning.

Target Audience:

Supply chain professionals, logistics managers, production planners, and anyone interested in enhancing their knowledge of SAP SCM for effective supply chain operations.