Less data, greater efficiency: A successful SAP S/4HANA transformation
Farmácias São JoãoDriving future efficiency: The Farmácias São João project
Farmácias São João converted its SAP ECC environment to SAP S/4HANA 2023 using an optimized migration approach that reduced the data volume transferred while minimizing downtime. The project followed a controlled framework that ensured data integrity and continuity for critical business processes while meeting demanding operational requirements.
The solution
Farmácias São João transformed their SAP environment into SAP S/4HANA 2023, including the key modules FI, CO, RE, FM, MM, SD, PP, and IS-Retail. The project involved the migration of around 9 TB of data and aimed to optimize the data volume transferred to the new platform. Precise planning limited the downtime to 70 hours while business operations continued.
The SNP software Kyano Move was used for the selective migration. The project was implemented without compromising data consistency, business continuity, or existing business processes.
The result was a more efficient SAP environment that supports future technological innovation.
Benefits
- Significantly reduced IT costs, with estimated savings of 20 million reals thanks to the lower data volume
- Optimized data footprint, which reduced the data volume migrated to S/4HANA and increased the efficiency of data storage and processing
- Reduced TCO of the SAP environment due to rationalized data and optimized infrastructure
Key facts
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Duration
9 months
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Database
9 TB
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Users
730
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Project type
Selective data migration to SAP S/4HANA 2023
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Modules
FI, CO, RE, FM, MM, SD, PP, IS-Retail
The migration to SAP S/4HANA marked a major milestone in our technological transformation. Thanks to the SNP approach, we were able to optimize our SAP environment, significantly reduce the data volume, and ensure a smooth transition without disrupting our operations. Today, we have a more efficient platform that provides a solid foundation for future growth.
Andre Menegazzo
CIO, Farmácias São João
About Farmácias São João
Farmácias São João is a leading Brazilian pharmacy chain headquartered in southern Brazil, with a strong presence in the states of Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina, and Paraná. Founded in 1979, the company has over a thousand branches and a robust logistics network. Serving millions of customers every month, the company has established itself as a leading player in the pharmaceutical retail market.
