Navigating digital transformation in the chemical industry

The chemical industry faces growing challenges: legacy systems are slowing down operations, compliance requirements are becoming more complex, and sustainability goals need improved tracking. While on-premise ERP solutions are costly and difficult to scale, SAP’s shift to cloud-first innovation makes SAP Cloud ERP the key to staying competitive.

This solution is ideal for:

  • Chemical companies that are already using SAP and looking to transition to the cloud for greater agility, automation, and innovation.
  • SMEs and fast-growing companies that need a flexible, future-ready system that adapts to evolving demands.
  • Chemical enterprises seeking a transparent, cost-effective ERP with built-in compliance and reporting capabilities.
  • Global organizations aiming to unify operations across multiple locations with a standardized cloud solution.
  • Businesses not yet using SAP that want a scalable, cloud-based ERP without the need for extensive IT infrastructure.

How BearingPoint supports your SAP Cloud ERP journey

BearingPoint’s Chemical Solution for SAP Cloud ERP enables chemical businesses to move to SAP Cloud ERP, leveraging industry-leading practices across sales, procurement, manufacturing, quality, finance, and controlling. Our fit-to-standard methodology accelerates implementation and reduces complexity.

Our services include:

  • Business process transformation & data migration to the SAP Cloud ERP – Replacing outdated procedures with best-practice processes.
  • Regulatory compliance & sustainability – Keeping operations aligned with global standards using SAP Analytics Cloud or Sustainability Footprint Management.
  • Tailored testing & training – Preparing teams with hands-on training and system validation for smooth adoption.
  • SAP integration & KPI dashboards – Connecting SAP applications and enabling real-time business insights.
  • Project & SAP Basis Management – Handling system administration and technical aspects for a seamless transition.

Business Impact with SAP Cloud ERP and BearingPoint

  • Experience the power of S/4HANA with rapid go-live and unmatched cost-efficiency from day one.
  • Faster decision-making with real-time financial and operational insights.
  • Stronger compliance through automatically recorded transactions and built-in regulatory updates.
  • Lower IT complexity with a cloud-based system that eliminates infrastructure burdens.
  • A scalable foundation for future growth, backed by SAP’s continuous innovation.

BearingPoint Chemical Solution – Now as QPPS

With our previous BearingPoint SAP Cloud ERP solution, we have supported chemical companies in their digital transformation by providing proven best practices, efficient cloud technology, and comprehensive consulting.

New and unique: With the QPPS BearingPoint Chemical Solution, we are taking it one step further.
This solution is certified by SAP as a “Qualified Partner Packaged Solution” (QPPS) and offers a clearly defined, pre-configured package – tailored specifically for the chemical industry. Compared to the previous approach, the QPPS solution provides:

  • SAP Certification: The solution has been reviewed by SAP and officially awarded QPPS status – a seal of quality for security and future viability.
  • Ready-to-use industry processes: All relevant processes are already pre-configured for the chemical industry and can be used immediately.
  • Transparent costs and project timeline: Fixed scope, clearly calculable costs, and a defined implementation period ensure maximum planning reliability.
  • All-in-one package: In addition to the software, consulting, training, and support are already included – enabling a fast and low-risk transition to the SAP Cloud.
  • Faster value realization: Thanks to standardization and SAP certification, you benefit more quickly from the advantages of digitalization.

What is a QPPS?

A QPPS (Qualified Partner Packaged Solution) is a solution package certified by SAP and developed by partners such as BearingPoint. It combines SAP standards with industry-specific expertise into a ready-to-use, pre-configured solution with a fixed scope and transparent costs.

Summary:

While the previous BearingPoint Cloud solution was set up individually, the QPPS BearingPoint Chemical Solution provides a certified, standardized, and immediately usable industry solution – with all the benefits of SAP certification.

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