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The manufacturing industry is facing a structural turning point in 2026. Digital transformation is moving beyond pilot projects and becoming part of everyday operations. Artificial intelligence is leaving the demo stage and entering production environments. Planning is increasingly scenario-driven and decisions are being made at order level. Data gains a common language, security follows clear guardrails, and sustainability becomes part of operational decision-making.

As SAP moves to cloud-based software, it has formalized its licensing model. Traditionally, SAP customers could purchase licenses based on the number of users or the type of functionality they required. Now, they move more towards a subscription model. It is managed by the customer, and usage is measured instantly and continuously. This formalization impacts how you manage user permissions and, in turn, their licensing costs. While it offers flexibility and scalability, licensing also becomes more complex. Preventing rising costs is one challenge; compliance is another. This article covers the ins and outs of SAP’s Cloud licensing approach. And it tells you why you might want to hire experts to help you manage the transition.

Discover how SAP Signavio can guide your organization to process excellence in just five steps. Dive into our blog to learn how to baseline, measure, monitor, govern, and de-risk your way to operational success.

Migrating to SAP S/4HANA presents a powerful opportunity to transform your business, but it's a complex journey that demands careful alignment of strategy, processes, systems, and people. In this blog, we’ll explore how leveraging SAP Signavio can ensure your SAP S/4HANA migration delivers the results your business needs.