Do you really need SAP S/4HANA now?

The decision to migrate to SAP S/4HANA is on the radar of practically all companies that use SAP ECC. But while some have already started the journey, others are still postponing it, considering whether the timing is right.

This is a valid question. Migration involves significant changes — technical, operational and cultural. But the question that needs to be asked more clearly is: what happens if your company waits too long?

The clock is ticking: 2027 as the milestone
The end of support for SAP ECC is scheduled for 2027. From that date onwards, companies that have not migrated to S/4HANA will no longer receive updates, fixes and direct support from SAP. This can have serious implications in areas such as:

Tax and fiscal compliance

Information security

Operational efficiency

Scalability and integration with new technologies

S/4HANA goes beyond an update
Contrary to what many people think, S/4HANA is not just a new version of SAP. It is a paradigm shift in the way we operate.

The main differences include:

HANA in-memory platform: real-time data processing

Dramatic reduction of redundancies and simplification of master data

New user experience with SAP Fiori

Native integration with solutions based on AI, IoT and Big Data

Implementation flexibility: cloud, on-premise or hybrid

In other words, the value of migration is not only in avoiding an outdated system, but in unlocking the potential for growth, agility and innovation.

The cost of waiting
Postponing the decision may seem comfortable now, but it also limits planning time, reduces partner options and increases the risk of a hasty transition.

In addition, companies that remain on old systems often face:

Lack of integration between areas

Manual processes and rework

Low visibility for decision-making

Difficulty in scaling digitally

So, do you need to migrate now?

The right answer depends on your company's digital maturity, current challenges, and vision for the future. But one thing is certain: the sooner this journey is started, the greater control you will have over costs, risks, and results.

Migrating to S/4HANA is not a race against time. It is a strategic decision that requires preparation — and that can become a competitive advantage if done with planning.

Want to understand if this is the right time for your company?

Talk to one of our experts and learn about the possibilities of a safe, scalable, and results-oriented migration.