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SAP HANA

The sheer volume of ‘Big Data’ generated through daily operations and interaction poses a huge challenge for many businesses. Different departments often use task-specific standalone software making it difficult to collate data consistently across the organisation when it comes to producing reports. Information from different sources is often re-entered manually, a task which is both time consuming and error prone.

If you already use an SQL platform to coordinate queries between your disparate databases, it’s likely that every new report requires specialist programming to ensure accuracy.

SAP HANA for SAP Business One is a new type of database that runs 3,600 times faster than traditional SQL platforms. Powered by in-memory computing, the system relies on main memory data storage rather than a traditional disk storage mechanism, meaning all information is accessible in real-time and millions of records can be analysed instantly, without the need to design new queries each time.

Harnessing the power of big data for your organisation improves decision making and

speeds up innovation, driving your business forward faster.

While in-memory computing has previously been the preserve of large enterprises, SAP HANA delivers advanced processing power within a small business budget. Coupled with the powerful financials, inventory and customer relationship management capabilities of SAP Business One, or integrated with your existing systems, SAP HANA provides a scalable solution that will empower deep businesses insight at every stage of your organisation’s growth.

Sapphire Systems is a world leading business partner for SAP HANA. With over 1,000 customers, 24-hour support and offices in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Latin America and Asia, Sapphire Systems has the expertise and the experience to ensure you get the most from your investment.

SAP HANA runs 3,600 x faster than traditional SQL platforms.

Introduction

SAP HANA for SAP Business One delivers incredible efficiency from a single source of truthWhatever your business, we’ve got you covered.

In-memory Computing Enhanced Analytics Access Anywhere

SAP HANA for SAP Business One is uniquely designed to meet the challenges faced by small and midsize companies, especially in industries that need to quickly process large volumes of data.

SAP HANA combines OLAP and OLTP processing into a single in-memory database, which delivers far faster access to stored data than traditional disk-based storage. Combining rapid database transactions with real-time data analysis, the software allows you to process huge quantities of information instantly, meaning you see the most up-to-date dashboards and insights.

In-memory computing allows you to execute analytic queries without slowing down other processes. The system is quickly integrated with all your existing databases, allowing you to easily coordinate queries between separate data sets.

SAP HANA unleashes the potential of big data with a full suite of easily customised analysis tools. Using the intuitive user interface, your employees will be able to rapidly generate actionable insights that power effective, data-driven decisions.

• Leverage all the functionality of SAP Business One with faster processing between applications for financials, inventory and customer relationship management

• Rapidly process large volumes of data in a variety of structured and unstructured formats via a single in-memory column based data store

• Simplify calculation-intensive reports, such as inventory analysis, with pre-defined templates for repeatable, reliable reporting

• Freestyle enterprise search allows you to search all the data in SAP Business One, with a predefined semantic layer that powers queries using familiar business terminology or business intelligence tools without needing to know where the data resides

In-Memory Computing

Powered by the in-memory database, SAP HANA delivers advanced processing capabilities and real-time data analysis that significantly expedites reporting and business insight.

By running advanced analytics in tandem with high-speed transaction, SAP HANA instantly delivers precise, up-to-date responses to any query. By eliminating manual re-entry and data duplication between databases, the system gives you a single source of truth you can rely on when making critical business decisions.

Incorporating a comprehensive suite of powerful predictive analytics features, SAP HANA simplifies the creation of business intelligence queries. Predictive and text analytics, spatial processing and data visualisation, teamed with graphical modelling tools and predefined reporting templates, streamline data analysis meaning you can extract insights more efficiently.

• Instantly filter valuable and actionable insights from multiple databases, with new or pre-defined queries, without needing to know where the required data resides

• State of the art, interactive analysis such as simulation and pattern recognition powers more accurate forecasting and competitive advantage

• Rapidly analyse and segment large volumes of customer data to enable real-time purchase recommendation and customer service

• Gain immediate insight into any aspect of organisational performance with predefined and flexible analysis templates

• Instantly view predefined dashboards within the transaction screen of SAP Business One, including SAP Crystal capabilities

Enhanced Analytics

SAP HANA offers true hybrid compatibility to deploy in the cloud or on premise. With the SAP HANA Cloud platform you can easily scale your provision as you organisational requirements change, and only pay for the capacity you need. Easily develop cloud native and hybrid applications via SAP HANA as-a-service platform, and move applications and data from cloud to on-premise whenever you want.

Combined with the SAP Business One mobile app, SAP HANA delivers on-demand enterprise search, available-to-promise, order creation, cash flow dashboards and more. The software also integrates seamlessly with third party cloud and mobile platforms, providing maximum flexibility and scalability.

Our consultants will work with you to evaluate your deployment options for SAP HANA for SAP Business One and help you choose the option that will support your business as it grows.

Access Anywhere

CloudFor maximum flexibility, scalability and low total cost

of ownership, many of our customers are already benefiting from adopting SAP Business One in the Cloud.

✓ Data security is in the hands of the vendor

✓ Predictable costs over time

✓ Typically takes less time to implement

✓ Greater stability and continuous updates

On PremiseFor those who are not yet ready to embrace the Cloud, or prefer to

keep systems in-house, SAP Business One is available fully on premise, supported by Sapphire’s team of SAP experts.

✓ You are in control of data security

✓ Greater ability for customisation

✓ Can reduce the initial price of the solution

✓ You have more control over implementation process

The Sapphire DifferenceWhy choose Sapphire for your new business or financial management solution?

At Sapphire our ethos is simple: To drive customer success through partnerships, technology and innovation. We pride ourselves on our core values of innovation, agility, excellence and integrity.

Customer service plays a huge role in the success of a project. As a Sapphire Systems partner, you will benefit from our industry-leading level of service.

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