by D. Russell Sloan, Implementation and Governance Specialist — SAP Solution Manager, IBM Global Business Services
Solution Manager Expert - Volume 5 (2012), Update 1

SAP Solution Manager 7.0 lacks the ability to compare projects to solutions. Leveraging the download capability of transaction SOLAR_EVAL reports and Microsoft Excel, you can identify changes made in a solution since the deployment of a project. Discover how to use Excel to fill in the gaps for the compare and adjust capabilities of SAP Solution Manager 7.0 relative to solutions.

by Q&A with SAP’s Davis Bennett, Vice President, Solution Delivery Center
insiderPROFILES - 2012 (Volume 3), January (Issue 1)

In this Q&A, Davis Bennett -- Vice President of the Solution Delivery Center at SAP Consulting North America -- discusses the potential benefits of SAP Rapid Deployment solutions. For example, instead of tackling massive projects, customers can utilize packaged services that require less customization and less costs, but are still fully integrated and scalable to meet any future needs.

by David Hannon, Features Editor
insiderPROFILES - 2012 (Volume 3), January (Issue 1)

For over 10 years, the nuclear energy industry changed very little, and Westinghouse Electric Company continued to operate successfully using SAP software that was implemented back in 1999. But in recent years, the nuclear industry has expanded quickly, and to meet new demands, Westinghouse Electric launched a transformation program that included a complete reimplementation of its SAP environment.

by CRM Expert Staff
CRM Expert - Volume 7 (2011), Update 10

Learn important guidelines for creating and rolling out rich Internet applications (RIAs) to improve the usability of your SAP CRM screens.

by Sameer Page, Program Manager
SAP Professional Journal - Volume 14 (2012), Issue 1

Rapid, diverse growth demands robust system-supported business processes to manage the scale, size, and complexities of business operations. ERP systems can support and improve operational efficiencies and integrate processes. Discover the need, purpose, and major components of an ERP-enabled business transformation program and how it differs from a conventional ERP implementation.

by Nathan Williams, Senior Consultant, Enowa Consulting
Project Expert - Volume 4 (2011), Update 9

Develop a convincing business case to adopt the new Application Incident Management functionality within your SAP Solution Manager 7.1 system. Learn 10 brand-new features that are sure to inspire your implementation and support teams. Discover the key enhancements to SAP Solution Manager’s incident management functionality that boost SAP Solution Manager’s messaging capabilities. Whether you have a fresh 7.1 install and are implementing for the first time or you are upgrading your existing Service Desk solution, these key features help prepare you to adopt Application Incident Management.

by Ameya Pimpalgaonkar, Advisory System Analyst, IBM India
SAP Professional Journal - Volume 14 (2012), Issue 1

Many enterprises are upgrading their portals to SAP NetWeaver 7.3. Look at five elements to consider when making the decision to upgrade your portal.

by Scott Priest, Managing Editor, Solution Manager Expert
Solution Manager Expert - Volume 4 (2011), Update 10

SAP Solution Manager 7.1 is more than just a marketing-focused release. It represents a major overhaul in the functionality and look and feel of the application. NIMBL consultant Michael Pytel explains some of the new functionality, as well as how the solution helps bridge IT and project management needs.

by M. S. Hein, Associate Editor
Project Expert - Volume 4 (2011), Update 9

Social media is changing the way SAP professionals work. Learn how using social media can help you do your job more efficiently and effectively.

by Rama Chemudupati, Lead Consultant, Infosys Ltd.
SAP Professional Journal - Volume 14 (2012), Issue 1

Learn a real-world example of a resource operating model, including the roles and responsibilities — for both business and IT — in achieving a successful data migration project. Arm yourself with detailed descriptions of what each role should do, when and how they interact with other roles, and how to deliver the migration objects successfully.