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JIS processes can hardly do without software support: The requirements for transparency, automation and digitalization are high. Companies can rely on special software solutions that have been developed precisely for such processes. In this article, we look at who such systems are suitable for and which alternatives you can use.

The automotive industry is of particular economic importance in Germany. But that's not the only thing that makes this industry special. Here we list the seven biggest features that characterize the automotive industry.

With the help of business analytics, you can analyze your existing data, answer important questions and make data-based decisions. For companies with SAP, there are several ways to implement business analytics. In this article, we explain which solutions these are and which solution suits your requirements.

Whether you want to introduce a new system, map a new process or use a new function: You need to carry out an SAP project. Regardless of the scope of your project, there are established process models that can be used to plan and manage any project. We describe the most important steps in this article.

Much of what you read about JIS processes is written from the customer's perspective: As a result, it is often claimed that JIS supply is such an efficient concept that it can reduce warehousing and save time and money. From the suppliers' perspective, however, things look different. This type of delivery is often dictated to them by customers and they have to implement it - with all the disadvantages. In this article, we therefore take a detailed look at the problems that suppliers face when starting or already working with JIS delivery.

If the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is the technological future of production, do you still need traditional systems such as an MES? We explain what use both technologies have, what the differences are and why you benefit most from a combination of both.

JIS processes can hardly do without software support: The requirements for transparency, automation and digitalization are high. Companies can rely on special software solutions that have been developed precisely for such processes. In this article, we look at who such systems are suitable for and which alternatives you can use.

In some industries, delivery call-offs are preferred to individual orders or purchase orders. This involves long-term agreements on purchase quantities. In this article, you can find out what suppliers need to bear in mind with this type of delivery and what problems SAP systems cause here.

With SAP S/4HANA, SAP has created the successor to SAP ECC. The end of maintenance in 2027 (or 2030 with extended maintenance) makes the change necessary for all SAP users. Automotive suppliers that have to map special OEM requirements must be particularly careful during the transformation.

How do you deal with the functional limits of SAP? Do you rely on extensions developed in-house or do you look for existing solutions? We examine the various options and give you tips on how to implement such projects.

is one of the most challenging forms of delivery. These requirements can only be met smoothly if the processes are supported by a software solution. Here we present the most important options and evaluate the advantages and disadvantages.

You have certainly come across suppliers who supply German automakers: VDA recommendations. They serve the purpose of standardization and are particularly relevant for suppliers when it comes to data exchange and documents accompanying goods.