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Just what or who is SAP Consulting?

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SAP Consulting is a Professional Services Organization within the SAP enterprise. We provide expert guidance in design, implementation and ongoing optimization of new and existing SAP solutions. Our organization employs over 7,000 consultants world-wide, equivalent to 30 percent of SAP 's total payroll. We have always managed a substantial portion of all SAP projects, and have provided input for almost every single one. We have helped companies with as many as 110,000 users and as few as five to get the best possible value from the world's most poplar enterprise software. And now we are ready to lead your company into the world of e-business and mySAP.com

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Why have I never heard of you?

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There are those who say that consulting services constitute one of SAP's best-kept secrets. The depth and breadth of the consulting services available from SAP have grown steadily without really grabbing any headlines. But listening to our customers, the message is clear: it's time SAP Consulting became more visible.

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But surely SAP is a software vendor?

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SAP is a lot more than just a software vendor, SAP is about complete solutions, for a variety of business needs, from supply chain management to e-business mySAP.com. And a complete solution is, by definition, not complete without services. SAP Consulting can design, implement and optimize your entire IT environment, combining standard applications with your own or third-party software as well as making the most of the power and the opportunities of an e-business solution.

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Why does SAP offer consulting services?

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We see ourselves first and foremost as the client's partner, adviser and coordinator. What's more, we use the feedback we receive at the frontline to enhance our solutions and expand on our industry expertise which is good for you, for us and for our partners.

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When I hear the word "consulting" I think "time-consuming and expensive"

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We have what it takes to ensure you get a swift and profitable return on your investment - a proven methodology, powerful, time-saving tools, a tried and trusted quality program and the right skills mix - technology specialists, project managers and business experts. We understand your need for rapid results, cost-effectiveness and ongoing improvement - and we have the global and local resources required to put theory into practice.

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So what, exactly, do you offer?

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We offer business-driven advice throughout the entire life-cycle of your SAP solution. We have a one-stop portfolio of services, from advice on applications and architecture to advice on business process optimization and e-business mySAP.com. We have a large team of people, with expertise in a variety of industries and a variety of disciplines. We don't just advise, we also put our advice into action - by implementing and optimizing.

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How do your implementation partners fit into this picture?

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Our main interest is cooperation. We combine our knowledge with that of our partners. Anything else would be counter-productive - for ourselves and for our clients. SAP solutions are delivered and implemented via a network comprising SAP and SAP partners. This network is known as TeamSAP. We will help you find the consulting team that's right for you and your goals. That may mean an SAP partner, it may mean SAP Consulting, but often it will mean a mix of the two - which is the essence of TeamSAP.

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So who do I approach? Your partners or SAP directly?

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We recommend SAP as your first port of call - we are best placed to help you choose the SAP consulting team or partner that meets your needs. Having SAP Consulting involved could be critical to the success of your SAP project.

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How does SAP Consulting differ from other consultants?

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Nobody knows SAP partners like SAP. We have the big picture with an insider's knowledge of what's available, what's possible - and what's just around the corner. Perhaps more than anything else, it's in our own best interest for each and every SAP implementation to be a resounding success.

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How do I find out more?

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Contact your local SAP office
SAP Johannesburg 011 235 6000
SAP Durban 031 312 1157
SAP Cape Town 021 418 2860

Or send us an e-mail to: Sarah Shaw-Gray . We are happy to send you more information or if you prefer, we can meet in person.