Switching from SAP to IFS

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Why switch from SAP to IFS with Platned

Move faster with less complexity. Platned helps organisations replace SAP with IFS Cloud to lower cost, reduce risk, and get industry depth in one platform.

The short version

If S/4HANA choices, user tiers, and bolt-ons are slowing you down, IFS Cloud gives you finance, manufacturing, supply chain, service, projects, and asset management in one product. Platned plans, migrates, and optimises so you see value quickly.

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Common SAP pain points

1. Multiple products and integrations to reach full scope

2. Complex Full User Equivalent licensing and renewals

3. Public versus private cloud feature gaps

4. Long programmes and heavy change impact

5. Training burden and usability concerns

6. By design at end of roadmap

Why choose IFS Cloud

  1. One industrial suite for ERP, EAM and service
  2. Deep, ready capability for complex operations
  3. Native field service and scheduling
  4. Flexible deployment with consistent features
  5. Clear, role-based licensing
  6. Faster time to value
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Quick comparison

Area SAP today IFS Cloud
Field service Separate SAP FSM Built in
EAM Split across products End to end in one suite
Implementation Re-implementation likely Pragmatic, phased migration
Licensing FUE ratios and tiers Simple and predictable
Usability Higher training need Modern UX for adoption

Built for your industry

Manufacturing, aerospace and defence, energy and utilities, construction, and service industries.

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What you gain

  1. Lower total cost of ownership
  2. One data model across assets, service and finance
  3. Real-time visibility from boardroom to field
  4. Quarterly updates you adopt on your terms
  5. A partner that supports ongoing improvement.

How Platned de risks the move

  1. Business case and roadmap
  2. Migration and integration planning
  3. Automated testing with Platned Mahara
  4. Role design, training and adoption
  5. Flexible post go-live support with Platned Gateway
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Switching from SAP to IFS factsheet

Beyond 2027: Your path after SAP ECC6

SAP ECC6 end of support in 2027 is more than a technical deadline. It is a chance to step back and rethink how your business operates. Simply extending support or lifting and shifting existing processes may keep the lights on, but it will not unlock future agility.

This factsheet explores the three strategic options available and why many organisations are turning to IFS Cloud to achieve lower total cost of ownership and stronger long-term value.

You will learn:

The real risks of delaying migration

Why monolithic lock-in limits innovation

How a composable ERP strategy supports growth

Download to make a more informed decision.

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Frequently asked questions

Timelines depend on scope and regions. We phase delivery to bring benefits early.

Yes. We integrate with your data warehouse or Power BI.

IFS supports multi-company, multi-currency and localisation.

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