A global supplier of integrated solutions to the printing industry, formed through a recent merger, with a strong footprint in manufacturing and innovation.
Main project goals
Integration of the acquired company (SAP ECC + legacy systems) into the existing S/4HANA landscape
Significant process differences between both organizations
Aggressive timeline (7 months) driven by TSA exit
Complex international setup with a strong US manufacturing footprint and entities in Europe and India
Local statutory and compliance requirements in India (including DRC)
Parallel need to enhance US manufacturing processes while maintaining global template integrity
Solution
Fit-to-template integration into the existing S/4HANA system
Strict governance to minimize deviations
Parallel execution of carve-in and process harmonization
Implementation of country-specific legal requirements
Targeted enhancements for US manufacturing with controlled template alignment
Close coordination with the infrastructure partner (Protera) for infrastructure migration
Important benefits
Successful and timely TSA exit through on-time go-live
Harmonized processes aligned to existing global template
Decommissioning of legacy ECC and surrounding systems
Stabilized and scalable S/4HANA platform for future growth
Improved manufacturing processes in the US with potential for global template adoption
Input and contribution of CNT
End-to-end program leadership for ERP integration and transformation
Enforcement of fit-to-template approach and process governance
Coordination of global rollout across US, Europe, and India
Alignment of business processes between legacy and target organization
Delivery of S/4HANA integration, configuration, and testing
Close collaboration with Protera on infrastructure topics
Ensuring on-time go-live and TSA exit readiness
MANUFACTURING
SAP S/4HANA Conversion
CLIENT
Our client operates globally and is specialized in the production of steel belts and belt systems.
Main project goals
business partner conversion
introduction of the new general ledger, incl. the ledger solution for US-GAAP and UGB
introduction of the new asset accounting
HCM system carve-out
migration to S/4HANA as a basis for future innovation
process optimization of the subsidiary based on S/4HANA & CNT proSolution best practices
Solution
The project was implemented in several phases:
introduction of the business partners
conversion to the new general ledger, incl. the implementation of the ledger solution
introduction of the new asset accounting
HCM carve-out
conversion to S/4HANA using the CNT project method for conversion
process optimization in logistics and finance with S/4HANA
global rollout
Important benefits
SAP S/4HANA as digital core and innovation basis for follow-up projects
process optimization taking into account the new functions with S/4HANA
standalone HCM system for more flexibility in ongoing operations
fast, secure and efficient S/4HANA conversion through CNT project approach for conversion
Input and contribution of CNT
creation of the S/4HANA program roadmap and evaluation of the conversion scenario
coordination and implementation of the project roadmap taking into account the given dependencies with parallel running project streams
custom code conversion
conversion of the ERP system to S/4HANA using the proven CNT project approach
project management
MANUFACTURING
SAP S/4HANA Implementation
CLIENT
Our client is the world market leader in the development, production, and distribution of the special product known as “tipping paper”. The global network and close collaboration of the eight subsidiaries ensure worldwide service and highest quality standards.
Main project goals
implementation of a state-of-the-art ERP solution with integrated process scope
creation of a template solution for future rollouts in the company
analysis, harmonization, and optimization of existing business processes
Solution
The solution was implemented in four steps:
scope definition and program setup
definition & description of the process template
development of the IT solution (focus on S/4)
preparation of the basis for the rollouts
Important benefits
complete integration in all business areas of the company
transparent reporting and processes
harmonization of master data
system prepared for future rollouts
future-proof system and technology
Input and contribution of CNT
implementation project and process management
consulting on system selection and TCO
best practice input of the consultants as a basis for process definitions
optimization of business processes
template definition / implementation / support
definition of standards for future rollouts
MANUFACTURING
Global ERP Template and Deployment
CLIENT
An international company specialized in the production and distribution of furniture hardware. The main product groups are flap, hinge and pull-out systems for furniture, mainly in kitchens.
Main project goals
replacement of the existing AS400 systems
development of standard processes
ensuring highly automated production and delivery operations
increased scalability of the IT solution
global rollouts
Solution
process analysis, target process definition and implementation
documentation of actual processes
definition of target processes based on SAP Best Practices
SAP implementation by module: accounting, purchasing, and sales first – production later
definition of a sophisticated transition plan and a robust interface architecture
