Executive Summary Trade promotion management software is a problem because it increases the number of promotions but does not typically integrate into the forecasting system. On Trade Promotion Management Software Software vendors ranging from JDA to IBM to Junction Solutions make promotion management software, and this category of software is quite broadly implemented at CPG…
Executive Summary SAP has made exaggerated claims regarding the usage of S/4HANA and Fiori. In this article, we estimate the actual usage, which is quite distinct from these claims. Introduction SAP has been releasing false numbers regarding S4 HANA and Fiori’s uptake and usage for several years now. This is driven by the desire to…
Executive Summary SAP has made enormous claims for Fiori being a game changer for SAP applications. The evidence is not only that Fiori is not impressive technically, but that it is little used and not progressing as stated. Video Introduction: Why it is Time to Jump off the Fiori Bandwagon Text Introduction (Skip if You…
Executive Summary This test was performed to test a common proposal by customers that smaller forecasting buckets lead to higher forecast accuracy. This test was performed with time-based forecasting disaggregation to enable an apple to apple comparison. Introduction It is common for companies to consider moving towards a weekly statistical forecasting bucket for supply chain…
Executive Summary SAP and SAP consulting firms have made a large number of false claims around HANA. When confronted with these claims, HANA proponents continually change the topic and deflect other HANA claims that are also false. Video Introduction: Deflection of HANA Claims Text Introduction (Skip if You Watched the Video) There is a popular…
Executive Summary The advice driven by SAP consulting firms is nearly entirely based on financial profit incentives. Because of this, SAP customers get terrible advice. We cover how to protect yourself. Video Introduction: Good Luck Getting Unbiased SAP Advice from Big Consulting Firms Text Introduction (Skip if You Watched the Video) Consulting companies normally will…
Executive Summary Hasso Plattner, Steve Lucas, Ron Enslin, Vishal Sikka, and John Appleby provide oodles of false information around HANA’s performance. We cover the impact of SAP marketing on benchmarking on HANA performance. Video Introduction: What is the Actual Performance of SAP HANA? Text Introduction (Skip if You Watched the Video) I covered the topic…
Executive Summary History shows some interesting insights as to complex methods. There are frequent misunderstandings regarding forecastability, which leads to the misuse of naive methods. Introduction to Complex Forecasting Methods Selecting the right forecasting methods is a critical component of forecasting. You will learn why sophisticated forecasting methods tend to be overestimated and how to…
Executive Summary With S/4HANA, SAP has changed the policy of ERP database independence. There are significant problems with SAP charging for an upgrade like S/4HANA, including that it is a forced purchase, undermines the support contract, and locks customers into a database with indirect access liabilities. Introduction The marketing blast on S/4HANA has been so…
Executive Summary The Run Simple marketing program by SAP has been quite popular. In this article, we review the accuracy of the Run Simple campaign. Introduction SAP has used the term simple in its marketing and sales for several years. Simple Finance, Simple Logistics, and the name “Running Simple,” or “Run Simple,” which is used…