Applying Real-World BPM in an SAP Environment

Learn what business process management (BPM) is and how to get started within an SAP context Benefit from a comprehensive compilation of use cases from early adopters Discover SAP technology, methodology, governance, process-based implementation content, and performance & value metrics In this unique book, you will learn how to span the gap between business processes and information technology, as well as how to apply BPM within SAP projects. The authors provide extensive information on everything you need to know about the processes and methods to implement BPM (new ASAP, process-based implementation content, BPM technology, and more). Through real-world examples, best practices, and advice from SAP experts, you will understand how BPM works and how you can best use it to your advantage. Additionally, use cases from industry leaders and innovators show you how these early adopters improved their businesses by using BPM technology and methodology. Linking Strategy to Operation Explore how a company s business model is linked to the process model, therefore including performance and value drivers. BPM Anatomy Get an in-depth look at what makes BPM in SAP environments so effective, and understand all of the options and unique add-ons that are available for you to link to your SAP system. Real-Life Examples Explore use cases from different industries to understand how BPM can be applied to your project to maximize efficiency, streamline process performance, achieve performance and value creation, and optimize customer relations. Applicable Software for BPM Learn how standard software in general and SAP products in particular relate to the BPM approach. Bonus Material Access additional articles via the SAP PRESS website on some of BPM s future trends and more advanced fields from top BPM and SAP experts and researchers. Highlights Business Model Management Performance and Value Drivers ASAP 7 Core Methodology and Business Add-Ons to ASAP Implementation Quality and Process-Based Implementation Governance Framework and Agile Methodology Enterprise Architecture and SOA SAP NetWeaver BPM and BRM SAP NetWeaver Composition Environment Rules and Decision Management Process Lifecycles Business Value Management