Empowering SAP S/4HANA Transformation Through LeanIX, Signavio, and Strategic Advisory

The Challenge

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A large manufacturing client launched a greenfield SAP S/4HANA implementation on RISE with SAP to modernize its digital core, simplify legacy applications, and future-proof its enterprise architecture. However, a fragmented application landscape, lack of standardized architectural governance, and unclear visibility into system interdependencies posed risks to project scope, planning, and long-term sustainability.

The client needed a partner to define a clear path forward—one that combined deep SAP domain expertise, enterprise architecture discipline, and hands-on tool enablement using SAP LeanIX and SAP Signavio.

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Our Solution & Approach

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We deployed a cross-functional team of enterprise architects, solution leads, and transformation advisors to execute a comprehensive engagement focused on enabling long-term SAP success. Key components of our solution included:

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• Scoping & Requirements Definition - Worked with business and IT stakeholders to define transformation scope, project boundaries, and key success metrics aligned to the RISE delivery model.

• Application Portfolio Rationalization - Used LeanIX to assess and rationalize redundant and outdated applications—reducing technical debt and creating a clean foundation for S/4HANA migration.

• Technology Roadmap Definition - Developed a future-ready technology roadmap that aligned with SAP’s best practices, enabling phased adoption of digital capabilities across supply chain, finance, and operations.

• Establishing Standards with LeanIX & Signavio - Leveraged SAP LeanIX to define architectural standards, governance processes, and metamodels tailored to the client’s transformation vision. Integrated SAP Signavio to map, optimize, and harmonize business processes for a smooth S/4HANA transition.

• Enablement & Training - Provided hands-on workshops and coaching for enterprise and solution architects on how to effectively use LeanIX metamodels, factsheets, lifecycle data, and business capability maps. Empowered the client’s architecture team to drive sustainable governance post go-live.

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Value Proposition: Building a Future-Ready Digital Core with Architectural Discipline

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By combining SAP S/4HANA advisory with LeanIX and Signavio enablement, we delivered:

• Enhanced Application Visibility and rationalization of redundant systems for cost savings and simplification.

• Clear Technology Roadmap aligned to business priorities and SAP RISE architecture.

• Architectural Maturity through standards, templates, and reusable metamodels in LeanIX.

• Process Excellence with integrated modeling and optimization via Signavio.

• Empowered Teams with hands-on training and practical knowledge transfer to internal architects and IT leaders.

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Conclusion

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Our strategic advisory services helped the client move beyond a technical migration to a business-aligned digital transformation. With clearly defined architecture, rationalized systems, and trained internal teams, they are now equipped to scale and innovate confidently on the SAP S/4HANA RISE platform.