Global SAP Rollout Projects
Successful Global SAP Rollouts: The Template Approach as The Key to Success
In today's hihgly interconnected globalized business environment, companies with international operation often face a critical challenge: achieving globally standardized and harmonized processes across all locations. A unified approach delivers significant benefits, including enhanced global transparency, lower process costs, reduced maintenance needs and less administrative efforts.
So, how can a unified SAP solution be successfully deployed across multiple countries and regions?
By a global SAP rollout using the template approach!
Key Benefits of a Template-Based Global SAP Rollout
Cost Reduction and Time Savings 
Standardization and Consistency 
Adaptabilily to Local Requirements 
Enhanced Transparency 
Scalability and Long-Term Viability 
The success of our SAP rollout projects is in large part due to the professional and constructive collaboration between DEHN and CONSILIO.
In the context of various process workshops - held both on-site at our global subsidiaries and at our headquarters - CONSILIO's exeptional expertise and supportive approach enabled us to define and implement our processes efficiently, effectively, and goal-oriented.
We are experienced SAP consultants and a certified SAP S/4HANA transformation partner. With a deep understanding of the template approach, we design international rollouts efficiently while minimizing risk.
Key Project Management Factors in a Global SAP Rollout
Global SAP rollouts are complex projects with numerous aspects to consider. Project management is the key to a successful rollout. The combination of our many years of experience and our unique “SAP Activate - tailored by CONSILIO” methodology show that the following key factors make the difference:
Design: Detailed Pre-Planning and Requirements Analysis
- A successful global rollout begins with thorough preliminary planning and analysis.
- Working closely with customers, CONSILIO develops multi-level templates that accelerate deployment while aligning strategic management goals with local operational needs.
- For existing SAP landscapes in certain areas, a retrofit approach enables a faster rollout. CONSILIO’s readiness check evaluates the adaptability of current SAP systems to ensure a seamless transition.
Balancing Standardization with Local Adaptability
- A key success factor is finding the right balance between standardization and local adaptability. Country- or region-specific, complex legal requirements – especially in finance – must be individually adaptable where needed.
- Simultaneously any process and data deviations from the template must be acknowledged.
- The template’s flexibility must allow compliance with local regulations without disrupting the system uniformity and efficiency.
Sequential was Yesterday: Phased Introduction in Waves
- Rather than a traditional sequential rollout, a phased, wave-based approach minimizes risk. Each wave provides opportunities to refine the template based on learnings from previous waves, resolve issues early, and improve subsequent deployments.
- Fit/gap analyses and build processes run independently which accelerates the template creation.
- This iterative approach significantly reduces implementation risks and enables effective project realization.
Game Changer: Effective Change Management and Training
- User understanding and acceptance of the system is key to rollout success. A structured change management program and targeted training ensure that employees worldwide are prepared and gain confidence in the new solution.
- A “key user strategy” trains selected users in each country to facilitate local knowledge transfer and enhances user engagement.
Clear Communication and Reporting
- Transparent communication among all stakeholders is essential. A defined communication strategy ensures continuous updates for all project participants on rollout progress and enables quick issue resolution.
- Regular status reports and monitoring tools help project management maintain control and keep the rollout on track.
In close collaboration with our customers, we developed multi-level templates that accelerate rollouts while aligning with strategic top management objectives and the operational needs of local units
Our Approach to Developing Templates for SAP Rollouts
CONSILIO successfully supported us in implementing, optimizing, and rolling out the SAP template worldwide.
Conclusion: A Global Rollout as a Competitive Advantage
A well-executed template approach enables companies to implement a standardized, flexible, and efficient SAP solution. With deep expertise and proven project management capabilities, we drive successful global rollouts. Through strategic planning, targeted change management, and scalable solutions, we help businesses maximize the benefits of a unified SAP platform – boosting efficiency and competitiveness across all markets.
Success is built on careful planning, and we support you every step of the way.
