SAP for Life Sciences
We are transforming the process industry through digitalization
SAP consulting for life sciences
The life sciences sector is encountering significant challenges: Regulatory requirements and legal standards are becoming increasingly complex, while expectations for transparency and quality are on the rise, alongside the need for swift innovation and enhanced global competitiveness. To navigate these challenges effectively, it is essential to have a dependable and skilled partner who can assist in leveraging the appropriate key technologies.
We facilitate your digital transformation throughout the supply chain, encompassing the design, enhancement, and execution of new business processes and cutting-edge IT solutions. As an SAP full service provider, we assist our customers with process and data analysis, the design and optimization of intricate process flows, pre-studies for SAP S/4HANA followed by its conversion and implementation, as well as targeted training and system validation.
Why you can trust us
- More than 25 years of process experience in the pharmaceutical sector
- Long-term transformation partner for the process industry
- Comprehensive experience from SAP S/4HANA transformation projects
- SAP full service provider with proprietary products and solutions
- SAP know-how, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
- In-depth expertise spanning the entire spectrum from process design to implementation
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We know the challenges
- Regulation and compliance
- Digitalization and harmonization of business processes
- Data security and data protection
- Skills shortage and skills development
- Cloud security and integration
- Standardization and interoperability of systems
Our service portfolio for life sciences
A successful S/4HANA implementation requires a detailed analysis of existing systems, processes and data.
Our SAP S/4HANA pre-study
- fosters transparency
- identifies potential risks and
- establishes a robust foundation for decision-making regarding migration.
Through our data-driven analytical approach and extensive process expertise, we assist organizations at both technical and management levels. We deliver not only a thorough analysis but also a tailored strategy to ensure a seamless transition to S/4HANA.
The impending end of SAP ERP maintenance in 2027 (or 2030 with extended maintenance) marks the deadline for transitioning to S/4HANA.
By engaging in early and comprehensive preparation, you can effectively navigate the implementation of S/4HANA, thereby reaping the benefits of the latest innovations, real-time analytics, streamlined data structures, integrated business processes, and enhanced usability. We stand ready to support you as your dedicated SAP partner.
Our SAP Business Consulting team comprises process experts who provide solutions customized to your specific needs and assist
- with the implementation of SAP solutions
- Optimization of Business Processes
- Implementation of proven best practice methods and industry standards
Utilizing appropriate training methods and tools, we ensure your employees are well-prepared for the effective utilization of your SAP software. Our objective is to collaboratively develop a long-term SAP strategy that aligns precisely with your business goals and requirements.
A modern IT architecture frequently necessitates the exchange of data between various SAP and non-SAP solutions, both on-premise and in the cloud. We provide extensive assistance in establishing hybrid IT architectures, including
- Development of SAP interfaces
- Development of APIs
- Integration of satellite systems with SAP solutions
Our experts ensure seamless implementation. Enhance existing SAP solutions and automate business processes to boost the efficiency of your company's operations.
Through our Application Management Service team, we provide extensive support for your SAP applications and IT systems.
Our specialists deliver ongoing assistance, including
- Troubleshooting
- Maintenance
- Updates and implementation of user requirements
to guarantee the efficient operation of your systems. This enables you to focus on your primary business activities while we effectively oversee your IT infrastructure.
We guide organizations in effectively implementing and managing SAP MDG in a manner that is compliant with legal standards and aligned with brand objectives, thereby increasing transparency in business processes and lowering total ownership costs. We bring over two decades of experience in master data management and approximately ten years of project experience with SAP MDG.
IT solutions and technologies should aid in decision-making and support business processes. With this perspective, we collaborate with you to fulfill your objectives throughout the entire SAP MDG project lifecycle. This encompasses everything from initial design and detailed planning to the effective utilization of your SAP MDG solution in daily operations. Additionally, this includes testing, training, and activities related to risk and change management.
Planning processes within the life sciences sector are particularly challenging. SAP IBP provides a cloud-based software solution that allows for optimal alignment of planning processes with the rapidly evolving market and customer demands. SAP IBP encompasses all aspects of integrated planning, including Sales and Operations Planning, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and additional modules such as Reports, Dashboards, and Supply Chain Control Tower. Advanced concepts such as Collaborative Planning, Order-Based Planning, Demand Sensing, and Demand-Driven MRP are also incorporated.
Our industry experts optimize and automate your planning processes using SAP IBP, assisting you from system selection through configuration to the sustainable integration of new methodologies within your organization.
A well-defined corporate performance management strategy sets successful companies apart from their less successful counterparts. We adopt a comprehensive strategy for designing performance management: In collaboration with our customers, we create a management concept that is aligned with the business model and functional requirements, addressing the actual information needs.
From this foundation, we identify and present relevant key metrics and interdependencies across various organizational levels and sectors. This approach empowers you to manage your organization consistently and efficiently at all levels.
National and international climate protection initiatives, such as the Paris Climate Agreement, are driving significant transformations within both the economy and society. As part of the "European Green Deal", the separation of economic growth from resource consumption and the promotion of a circular economy are essential components in attaining climate neutrality in the European Union by 2050. This “sustainable transformation” presents both challenges and opportunities. We assist you in maximizing these opportunities while effectively addressing the challenges.
The significance of business process management is on the rise, particularly due to advancements in process mining. The growing complexity of processes necessitates thorough analysis and optimization, especially concerning the resilience of supply chains and logistical risks.
By leveraging data-driven analyses and industry-specific knowledge, we can not only achieve efficiency improvements but also identify and mitigate potential risks within the supply chain. Consequently, business process management is emerging as a vital instrument for attaining operational excellence, enhancing supply chain resilience, and securing a competitive edge in an ever-evolving market landscape.
Our risk-oriented validation approach guarantees the security of your GxP processes. In the context of digitalizing essential business processes through interconnected SAP S/4HANA systems, maintaining data integrity and security is vital for achieving successful validation and adhering to all regulatory standards. We oversee the complete lifecycle of your system, from the initial design phase through implementation, ongoing operation, and eventual decommissioning. Leveraging our expertise in SAP and CSV, we assist you in validating your S/4HANA system in a secure, compliant, and efficient manner.
Our Integrated Training & Enablement services provide a comprehensive solution to effectively navigate your organization through change processes. We merge and connect the domains of organizational change management, training, and communication.
By developing tailored change management strategies, we ensure that your employees not only embrace the changes but also play an active role in shaping them. Concurrently, we implement extensive training and enablement programs to equip your team with the essential skills for new technologies and processes. Our strategy is designed to not only reduce resistance but also to foster a positive acceptance of new working methods.
Effective project management is essential for the swift, secure, and compliant implementation of software and hardware solutions. While various legal obligations must be met, there is often a lack of universal standards for project management. The use of proven methodologies, which can also integrate PMI, IPMA or PRINCE2 standards if required, is therefore of crucial importance.
With msg, you have seasoned partners who assist in minimizing risks and successfully implementing IT projects. Our extensive industry knowledge and profound project management expertise enable us to support projects of all sizes through every phase.
Our SAP Enable Now training equips you and your users with the necessary skills and knowledge. We facilitate the maximization of your SAP solutions' capabilities through customized practical training designed to meet your unique needs. Our emphasis extends beyond imparting essential technical knowledge; we also prioritize the application of this knowledge within a genuine business context.
SAP Conversion/Implementation with msg: Phases and services
The implementation of SAP S/4HANA within the process industry represents more than a mere enhancement of IT systems; it signifies a progressive leap towards the future of corporate governance: he seamless integration of business applications, coupled with an all-encompassing perspective, positions SAP S/4HANA as an essential solution for organizations striving to thrive in a fast-paced and fiercely competitive landscape. Leverage our SAP expertise to equip yourself for the challenges that lie ahead and to ensure your competitive edge.
1. Discover
- Strategy and target architecture
- Best practice system
2. Prepare
- Conceptual design
- Project initialization and planning
- Scoping
3. Explore
- Fit gap analysis based on best practices
- Definition and modeling of target processes
4. Realize
- Configuration of target processes
- Implementation of enhancements and closing gaps
- Testing
5. Deploy
- Data migration
- End user trainings
- Cut-over activities
- Go-live check
6. Run
- Operation
- Monitoring
- Support
We successfully implement digitalization projects in the life sciences industry. When can we help you?
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