Why Modernizing MRO Is Critical for Aerospace & Defense

Jul 21, 2025

Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) is the backbone of fleet readiness in the Aerospace & Defense (A&D) sector. But traditional MRO systems—often stitched together from legacy tools, spreadsheets, and siloed applications—can no longer keep up with the complexity and scale of today’s operations. 
 
From aging fleets to increased compliance demands, A&D organizations are under pressure to do more with less while ensuring safety, uptime, and mission readiness. It’s no longer enough to track maintenance tasks and spare parts manually. A modern MRO approach is required—and that’s where SAP MRO comes in. 

By Keith Riley - Solution Expert

The High Cost of Inaction 

Outdated MRO processes lead to: 

  • Unplanned downtime that impacts flight schedules and mission success 

  • Emergency procurement that inflates operational costs 

  • Incomplete maintenance records that jeopardize compliance 

  • Inefficient inventory management and stockouts 

 

As these issues compound, A&D organizations risk falling behind operationally and competitively. Modernizing MRO isn't just an IT project—it’s a business imperative. 


The SAP MRO Advantage  

SAP MRO provides a connected platform that integrates planning, execution, inventory, compliance, and reporting. It enables: 

  • Predictive maintenance strategies 

  • Automated parts replenishment and forecasting 

  • Real-time coordination between technicians, supply chain, and operations 

  • Better regulatory documentation and traceability 


How delaware Helps  

While SAP provides the technology foundation, delaware delivers the transformation. We implement SAP MRO using our FAST A&D methodology, which includes pre-configured templates, integration accelerators, and best practices designed for defense and aerospace environments. 

 

Whether you're upgrading from legacy systems or building a new MRO strategy, we help you go live faster, with less risk and measurable results. 

 

  • Discover what Delaware offers on its Aerospace & Defense MRO webpage