What this book covers
Section 1 – SAP Express Implementation
The first section is focused on quickly getting SAP Business ONE up and running. You will learn about the essential configuration steps that you need to undergo. We will leave nothing behind and you will see all the steps. Upon completion, you will be equipped with the required skills and tools to tackle the SAP system without fear. Section 1 - SAP Express Implementation comprises three chapters:
- Getting Ready to Implement SAP Business ONE – In this chapter, you will learn how SAP can help you improve your business. This chapter also covers the most common terminology related to SAP and the Business ONE solution.
- SAP Business ONE Express Implementation Walk-through – This is hands-on to the max. You will start configuring a new SAP system.
- Reporting and Analysis: Getting Ready for Growth – With a running SAP system, we can now retrieve information. You will see that the system is used as an information collection skeleton.
Using a step-by-step implementation approach, we will configure a simple system, and then expand the configuration to match state-of-the-art business methodologies.
The Lemonade Stand case study showcases the key value an integrated system like SAP Business ONE can provide, even at a very simple business level. We will collect data as the Lemonade Stand operates, and view dashboard reports to better understand the business. Even experienced users may find the tips and tricks in this section beneficial.
Section 2 – Implementing SAP Business ONE in your own Company
The second part of the book will take a different approach and show you what an implementation looks like if you first undergo a thorough analysis to identify potential improvements in the way you run your business. The second section naturally is a bit longer. I have adopted the concept to introduce a specific functionality organized in sections. For example, I will talk about sales, inventory, and service in separate chapters. Each chapter will also include a proven add-on that enhances the standard functionality. This way, you will see that SAP Business ONE is a business engine. This engine can be used by industry experts to plug in their industry-specific know-how seamlessly.
Learning by example is a good way to understand new concepts and technologies. Therefore, we will be implementing a complete SAP Business system, including add-ons, as part of the case study. The case study starts out in section one with an ad hoc implementation of a Lemonade Stand. In the second section, we will professionally expand this idea and develop a beverage distribution center with outsourced production. This will include advanced inventory optimization. The workflow will be optimized using existing functionality, and proven add-ons that significantly improve the standard features.
Finally, we will connect SAP to the Web and introduce the N2ONE Portal solution. This solution presents SAP features in a web interface with real-time integration. The book will be completed with the chapter focusing on growth. I will introduce a franchise architecture for SAP Business ONE. This architecture will be applied to the case study to help you learn how to get started with this concept. Each chapter has a section that assists you with applying knowledge for your own project. Ideally, you will be in business with the completion of this book.