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Deloitte Consulting Introduces SAP Advanced Planner and Optimizer 3.0

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Deloitte Consulting has announced the introduction of SAP Advanced Planner and Optimizer 3.0 (SAP APO) to its enterprise customers. This enhanced upgrade is designed to fill the functionality gaps in the supply chain industry. The new version of SAP APO is capable of increasing performance, planning, and execution of any-sized business, and is available as part of the mySAP.com solutions. Deloitte Consulting's first client to implement SAP APO Release 3.0 was SC Johnson, a leader in chemical specialty products.

Key Takeaways:

  • SAP APO 3.0 is an enhanced upgrade to fill the functionality gaps in the supply chain industry.
  • The new version offers an integrated approach to identifying and improving inconsistencies in the supply chain process.
  • SAP APO enables companies to service their consumers better by reducing demand forecast error, minimizing set-up times, and optimizing production costs.
  • SC Johnson, a leader in chemical specialty products, was the first client to implement SAP APO Release 3.0.
  • SC Johnson experienced setbacks with an inconsistent network system prior to the installation, but SAP APO enabled them to work more efficiently with suppliers and service customers.
  • SAP APO is available as part of the mySAP.com solutions, which provides an open, collaborative business environment of personalized solutions on demand.
  • The new offering will decrease implementation time by eliminating back-end installation and maintenance, enabling clients to work faster, smarter, and more effectively.
  • SC Johnson's implementation of SAP APO enabled them to increase their competitive advantage in the chemicals industry.

Statistics:

  • SAP APO 3.0 is an enhanced upgrade to the existing SAP APO solution.
  • The new version is available as part of the mySAP.com solutions.
  • SC Johnson is a leader in chemical specialty products for home, insect control, and personal care.
  • Before implementing SAP APO, SC Johnson experienced setbacks with an inconsistent network system that impeded its overall functionality.
  • SC Johnson was able to increase their competitive advantage in the chemicals industry after implementing SAP APO 3.0.
  • The new version of SAP APO reduces demand forecast error, minimizes set-up times, and optimizes production costs.

Sources:

  • PRNewswire, "Deloitte Consulting Announces Introduction of SAP Advanced Planner and Optimizer 3.0"
  • mySAP.com, "SAP Advanced Planner and Optimizer 3.0"
  • SAP AG, "SAP APO and mySAP.com"

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