Certero for SAP Applications simplifies the complexity of SAP licensing by automating data collection, analysis, and reporting. It enables organizations to understand real usage, optimize costs, and maintain continuous compliance. The solution eliminates manual effort and risk by operating independently of SAP systems, using standard interfaces to safely extract data. Certero for SAP Applications integrates seamlessly with the Certero Unified Platform, offering a single source of truth and a unified user experience.

Features

• No Risk to SAP Systems: Operates outside of SAP, using standard interfaces to extract data without impacting performance or requiring local installation.
• Automated Data Collection: Schedules data extraction to suit business needs, reducing manual effort and risk.
• In-Depth Usage & Licensing Analysis:
  • Assigns correct Named User license types using rule-driven methods.
  • Supports complex license definitions based on SAP contracts.
  • Links license owners to risks or required actions.
  • Role and authorization analysis to uncover conflicts.
• Customizable Dashboards & Reports:
  • Interactive dashboards tailored by location or organizational structure.
  • Supports internal cost allocation and planning.
  • Visualizes SAP usage and licensing across the business.
• Authorizations & Risk Management:
  • Automated viewing of user authorizations.
  • Detailed role and transaction activity per user.
  • Alerts for violations and conflicts of interest.
• Flexible Deployment:
  • Available in public/private cloud, on-premises, or hybrid.
  • Cloud deployments implemented in minutes.
• Unified Platform Integration:
  • Works holistically with other Certero products.
  • One UI, one UX, one data source.

Benefits

• Reduced Manual Effort: Automates repetitive tasks, freeing up resources.
• Cost Optimization: Helps control a major area of spend by identifying unused or misallocated licenses.
• Continuous Compliance: Ensures readiness for licensing discussions with SAP.
• Security Assurance: ISO 27001 certified, embedding security into every solution.
• Fast Implementation: Cloud deployments deliver value quickly.
• Operational Safety: No disruption to business-critical SAP systems.
• Strategic Insight: Provides clear, actionable intelligence for SAP license management.