Transforming business operations with SAP Build’s new pricing and packaging

Apr 23, 2025

operations
discrete manufacturing
SAP

When a global leader in industrial storage and automation solutions set out to address significant operational challenges, they turned to delaware for strategic guidance. With a partnership spanning over a decade and a half, delaware’s expertise in SAP Build products proved to be a game-changer for their digital transformation journey. Their story demonstrates the power of SAP Build products and highlights why the upcoming pricing and packaging is a game-changer for businesses seeking to innovate quickly. (7 minute read)

Challenge

The customer needed streamlined solutions for supplier communication, package assembly tracking, project visibility, and field operations. Their existing SAP S/4HANA system required custom extensions to address these operational challenges.

Solution

delaware implemented a multi-tool SAP Build solution, including a B2B Supplier Portal and an Assembly App. These tools provided user-friendly interfaces, automated workflows, and seamless integration with SAP S/4HANA.

Results

The customer achieved streamlined supplier communication and comprehensive visibility of assembly operations. Additionally, they accelerated application development and deployment, enhancing overall efficiency.

Challenge

Our customer had successfully implemented SAP S/4HANA Cloud as their core ERP system, providing a solid foundation for their operations. However, as they expanded their business, several operational challenges emerged that required custom extensions.

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Suppliers needed a streamlined way to create Advanced Shipment Notices (ASNs) for inbound deliveries.
Factory workers required a mobile-friendly solution to update package assembly status directly in their SAP S/4HANA system.
Project managers needed better visibility into project references and logistics information.
Field workers needed an efficient way to scan barcodes and capture images of shipments.

Solution

To address these challenges, delaware implemented:

delaware B2B Supplier Portal with SAP Build

For supplier interaction challenges, delaware leveraged professional development tools in SAP Build to create a sophisticated B2B Supplier Portal, allowing suppliers to create Advanced Shipment Notices (ASNs) for inbound deliveries. The solution features:

A user-friendly interface optimized for supplier interactions.
Secure connection to SAP data sources.
Integration with the existing SAP S/4HANA system.
AI-driven code generation using SAP Joule Copilot to accelerate development.

The core of this solution is the delaware B2B supplier portal, designed to initiate the setup of B2B portals for organizations. It includes pre-configured 'B2B Modules' and customer-specific add-ons tailored to meet unique requirements. By leveraging the delaware B2B supplier portal and SAP Build's pro-code capabilities, we created a robust solution that streamlined supplier interactions while ensuring flexibility for future enhancements.

Assembly App with SAP Build

To address package assembly tracking requirements, delaware utilized Process Automation in SAP Build to create a streamlined workflow solution. The Assembly App features:

User-friendly forms for scanning or entering package IDs.
Automated workflow processes for status updates.
Direct integration with SAP S/4HANA.
Mobile-optimized interface for factory floor use.

The low-code environment of the Process Automation toolset enables us to design and automate this business workflow efficiently, from triggering events (submitted forms with scanned ID information) to system actions (updates in SAP S/4HANA).

For our clients, SAP Build is the easiest way to achieve a clean core and accelerate innovation, boosting their businesses.

Tim Leys, SAP Platform Unit Lead at delaware

Transforming the licensing experience

While our customer successfully implemented a comprehensive solution using the full SAP Build suite, we recognize that many organizations face challenges when adopting these powerful tools. To simplify the journey to innovation, SAP has reimagined its approach to licensing. The new unified SAP Build pricing and packaging model offers:

Simplified procurement: A single license covers the entire SAP Build portfolio, providing seamless access without multiple purchasing cycles or contract negotiations.
Investment clarity: Transparent, predictable costs make budgeting straightforward and allow for confident forecasting of technology investments.
Development freedom: Freely move between low-code and pro-code development approaches based on project requirements, not licensing constraints.
Frictionless scaling: Effortlessly expand to new use cases as business needs evolve, encouraging innovation and broader adoption.

This unified approach removes traditional barriers, accelerating time-to-value and enabling organizations to focus on solving business challenges rather than managing multiple licenses. The result is a more agile, responsive approach to digital transformation.

Results

SAP Build provides powerful capabilities for extending SAP S/4HANA Cloud systems through both low-code and professional development approaches. The customer achieved remarkable results through their SAP Build implementations:

Streamlined supplier communication with the B2B Supplier Portal.
Comprehensive visibility of inbound and outbound movements at assembly plants via the Assembly App.
Accelerated application development and deployment timeframes.

At delaware, we are enthusiastic about how this new model will facilitate innovation for our customers. By simplifying the commercial aspects of SAP Build adoption, organizations can concentrate on delivering business value through digital transformation.