Template Management Using Templates In Global Rollout - SAP

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Template ManagementUsing Templates in Global RolloutSolution ManagementApplication Lifecycle Management

Template ManagementProcess Overview Involving ALM listing capabilitiesTemplate ManagementThe template management approach allows customers with multi-site SAP installations toefficiently manage their business processes across geographical distances – from initialtemplate definition to template implementation and template optimization, such as part of aglobal rollout Template Creation and Update See InnovationManagement ProjectAdministrationBusinessBlueprint Business ProcessConfigurationRequirement rollback &template update* Project ReportingGlobalASAP Template Roadmap Comparison andAdjustmentTemplate Implementation ProjectAdministrationBusinessBlueprint Business ProcessConfigurationE-LearningManagement SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 2 Test ManagementcapabilitiesDetails seeTest Management Project ReportingGlobalASAP Rollout Roadmap Solution Directory Solution DocumentationAssistantDetails seeSolution DocumentationRollout of updated template* Tool support as ofSAP Solution Manager 7.0 EHP2

Challenges in Managing Global Templates And How SAP Solution Manager Can Support YouCustomer ChallengeUnstandardized business processesacross scattered businesslandscapesDifferent implementation approachesand strategiesReduce time to benefitAllow flexible template adjustmentsMinimize costs SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 3SAP offeringCompliance with global standard businessprocesses- SAP implementation content, blueprintingfunctionality, Global AttributeAllow transfer of leading practices acrossall lines of business- GlobalASAP methodologyDrive quick, repeatable projectimplementations- Centralized template definition and rolloutRollback of desired and required changesinto template- Enhanced support as of SAP Solution Manager 7.0EHP2Minimize investment in redundant processdevelopment- Re-use of templates and relatedcontents in various rollout implementations

Template Management Supporting Global Rollout –Process Overview (I)1 Create globalHEADQUARTERS – Template ProjecttemplateEnterprise Requirements – Template ProjectsT1V12 Roll out globaltemplate3 Implementglobal templateSUBSIDIARY A– Impl. ProjectT1V1SUBSIDIARY B– Impl. ProjectT1V1SUBSIDIARY C– Impl. ProjectT1V1Local Systems Requirements finalized in Local Implementation ProjectsSolution Directory – SolutionT1V1 SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 4Implemented project state reflected in operativesolution(s)T1V1T1V1

Template Management Supporting Global Rollout –Process Overview (II)HEADQUARTERS – Template ProjectEnterprise Requirements – Template ProjectsT1V15 Create newtemplate versionT1V26 Roll out newtemplate version4 Roll in templaterequirements7 Implement newtemplateversionSUBSIDIARY A– Impl. ProjectT1V1T1V2(compare &adjust)SUBSIDIARY B– Impl. ProjectT1V1T1V2SUBSIDIARY C– Impl. ProjectT1V1T1V2Local Systems Requirements finalized in Local Implementation ProjectsSolution Directory – SolutionT1V1T1V2 SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 5Implemented project state reflected in operativesolution(s)T1V1T1V2T1V1T1V2

Definition Global Template (“Template”)Reference SystemTemplate Is a container that bundles business processes which are standardized to acertain extentLinks to process-specific developments, configuration, and test dataCan be used for rollout to other company locationsZBANKManaged SystemsS1 AccountingBC SetsTransactions SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 6Test cases

Template CreationTemplateProject PreparationTemplateBusiness BlueprintTemplateConfigurationTemplate Packaging &Roll-outSetup global project framework Create a template project Assign project team members, roles, and responsibilities Create required number of templates Select standard scenarios from other templates (if applicable)Global Rollout FunctionalityControls the use of global attributesVisibilityControls template useOpen for public useClosed for public use, template „under construction“ SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 7

Template CreationTemplateProject PreparationTemplateBusiness BlueprintTemplateConfigurationTemplate Packaging &Roll-outDefine global processes and requirements Select SAP predefined implementation contentRefine template process structure, e.g., by making of use short cutsAssign template(s) to process structureSet global attributes to determine scope of process changes in local roll-out projectsDocument global business and technical requirementsThe Global AttributeChanges to business scenarios, processes and processsteps allowed?If so, to what extent? SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 8

Template CreationThe Global AttributeTemplateProject PreparationTemplateConfigurationTemplateBusiness BlueprintTemplate Packaging &Roll-outThe Global Attributedefines the scope of changes allowed in local rollout projectsHarmonized elements(standard complete / standardpartial / harmonized)- some changes allowed -DocumentationGlobal elements- no changes allowed -IMG structuresand settingsGlobalcustomerdevelopments SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 9CountryversionsMaster datadocumentsOrganizational structureLocaldevelopmentsLocalprocessesGlobal and integrated processesLocal elements- full authorization forchanges -

Template CreationTemplateProject PreparationTemplateBusiness BlueprintTemplateConfigurationTemplate Packaging &Roll-outPrepare reference template with preconfiguration Assign related IMG activities, create and assign BC SetsAssign global customer-specific developments (programs, transactions etc.)Record sample / master data as CATTsCreate standard test cases (manual test cases, CATTs, eCATTs )Note:Legend:IMG – SAP Implementation GuideRe-use of existing configuration possible.Translation or process structure can be triggeredusing SAP standard translation tools. SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 10BC Set - Business Configuration SetCATT - Computer Aided Test Tool

Template CreationTemplateProject PreparationTemplateBusiness BlueprintTemplateConfigurationTemplate Packaging &Roll-outPrepare reference template with preconfiguration Assign related IMG activities, create and assign BC SetsAssign global customer-specific developments (programs, transactions etc.)Record sample / master data as CATTsCreate standard test cases (manual test cases, CATTs, eCATTs )Note:Legend:IMG – SAP Implementation GuideRe-use of existing configuration possible.Translation or process structure can be triggeredusing SAP standard translation tools. SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 11BC Set - Business Configuration SetCATT - Computer Aided Test Tool

Template PackagingTemplateProject PreparationTemplateBusiness BlueprintTemplateConfigurationTemplate Packaging &Roll-outTemplate Project1Assign scenariosto template2Release templatesfor current SAP SolutionManager systemTEMPLATE ZBANKS1 Accounting another SAP SolutionManager system(transport), ifapplicableChange visibility beforerolloutTEMPLATE ZHRS2 MSS SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 12S3 LSO3Collect templatesinto transportrequest

Initial Template ImplementationProcess Overview – Local Rollout ProjectLocal ProjectPreparationLocal -LearningManagementSolutionTransferSetup roll-out project framework Create a local roll-out project (type: implementation)Assign project team members, roles & responsibilitiesSelect one or multiple templates and related scenarios for implementationDefine implementation standardsLocal ProjectPreparationLocal cope & enhance global template Implement global processesAdapt harmonized and local processes to local requirementsDocument local requirements of harmonized/local processesSign off business blueprint SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 13E-LearningManagementSolutionTransfer

Local Business BlueprintTemplate Copy into Implementation ProjectImplementation ProjectTemplate ProjectTEMPLATE ZBANKTEMPLATE ZBANK‘S1 AccountingS1 Accounting - COPYCopytemplate Template is copiedinto implementationprojectTEMPLATE ZHRS2 MSSS3 LSO Template content with preconfiguration is basisfor local configuration Template original ZBANKand copy ZBANK’ aredetached, yet referenceto predecessor data isstored SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 14

Initial Template ImplementationProcess Overview – Local Rollout ProjectLocal ProjectPreparationLocal -LearningManagementSolutionTransferImplement and test global & local requirements Perform pre-configuration, e.g., by applying template-specific customizing for global templateprocesses such as BC Sets or using Customizing DistributionPerform final configuration via IMG activities based on local requirementsApply global customer developments (such as reports),enhance with local customer developmentsApply standard test cases to test standard processes,use as template to create local test cases or create new local test cases SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 15

Initial Template ImplementationProcess Overview – Local Rollout ProjectLocal ProjectPreparationLocal BusinessBlueprintLocalConfigurationTest global & local requirements Set up test plan Compile test packages Assign testers Create test environment Perform tests Sign off tests- see process: Test Management SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page er

Initial Template ImplementationProcess Overview – Local Rollout ProjectLocal ProjectPreparationLocal reate and change training for different parties involved(e.g., end users) Setup efficient end-user training strategy with e-learning Create e-learning materials Organize / categorize e-learning materials Prepare e-learning materials for specific user roles Distribute e-learning materials to end users Execute e-learning Analyze e-learning results & feedback SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 17E-LearningManagementSolutionTransfer

Initial Template ImplementationProcess Overview – Local Rollout ProjectLocal ProjectPreparationLocal -LearningManagementTransfer implemented solution into Solution Directory Prepare solution for operations Prerequisite for SAP Solution Manager processes including: Business Process Operations Maintenance of SAP Solutions SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 18SolutionTransfer

Global Rollout in Different StagesTEMPLATE ZBANK V1S1 AccountingTEMPLATE ZBANK V2Pilot feedbackS1 AccountingEnhancementsSubsidiary 3Subsidiary 2Subsidiary 1Rollout stage 1: pilotsSubsidiary 1Rollout stage 2: mass roll-outVersioning concept to control/track changes in templates SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 19

Rollback and Template UpdateProcess Overview – Template ProjectsRoll in TemplateRequirementsUpdate TemplateRoll outUpdated TemplateFeedback from local sites for improving and enhancing templates Local sites give feedback on: Template improvements, e.g. customer-specific enhancements to be implemented Template correctionsNote:As of SAP Solution Manager 7.0 EHP2 tool support for the template rollback and template updateprocess is expected (using compare and adjust functionality).Roll in TemplateRequirementsUpdate TemplateRoll outUpdated TemplateScope and enhance global template Implement feedback from local sitesAdapt template to new or updated SAP solutions (new building blocks from BPR) or new customerspecific processesAll versions are automatically archived.Roll in TemplateRequirementsUpdate TemplateRoll outUpdated TemplateRollout to local implementations projects for template adjustment SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 20

Template Comparison and AdjustmentHow to Update Templates in an Implementation ProjectGoalTransfer process and pre-configuration changes from new template version into currentimplementation projectUpdated TemplateTemplate in Current Impl. ProjectSelected Business ScenariosSelected Business ScenariosIntenet Sales: B2CIntenet Sales: B2CBusiness ProcessesBusiness ProcessesB2CB2CRegister in Web ShopSelect ProductUpdate Shopp. BasketOrder ProcessingCreate OrderProcess Order SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 21How to retrievetemplatedifferences?Register in Web ShopSelect ProductUpdate Shopp. Basket

GlobalASAP MethodologyOverviewLeverage SAP Implementation experienceDescriptionGlobalASAP delivers a process-oriented, clear, and concisemethodology, the GlobalASAP Roadmap, to provide step by-stepdirection throughout your global or multi-site SAP implementation.GlobalASAP provides two roadmaps: GlobalASAP Template Roadmap GlobalASAP Rollout RoadmapMore infohttp://service.sap.com/roadmaps SAP AG 2009. All rights reserved. / Page 22

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Further Reading and TrainingGeneral information on SAP Solution Manager: http://service.sap.com/solutionmanager http://service.sap.com/rkt-solman - SAP Solution Manager Learning MapTemplate Management Training: SM510 Global Rollout (eLearning) SMI310 Implementation Tools in Detail (Classroom training)Both courses can be booked under: http://www.sap.com/services/educationOnline Help: Available on the SAP Help Portal – SAP Solution Manager 7.0.Topics “Compare and Adjust with Template Source” and “Global Rollout with a Template”.GlobalASAP Methodology http://service.sap.com/roadmapsTips and Tricks on Working with Templates http://service.sap.com/solutionmanager - Media Library - Technical Papers - HandlingTemplates in SAP Solution Manager SAP AG20082009./ PageAll 24rights reserved. / Page 24

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Template improvements, e.g. customer-specific enhancements to be implemented Template corrections. Scope and enhance global template Implement feedback from local sites Adapt template to new or updated SAP solutions (new building blocks from BPR) or new customer-specific processes All versions are automatically archived.File Size: 664KBPage Count: 25Explore furtherSAP Rollout Project - Best Practiceswww.panaya.comTemplate rollout for international ERP implementations .www.compact.nlManufacturing Technology Solutions Cognizantwww.cognizant.comRecommended to you based on what's popular Feedback