A data-led guide to choosing your optimal migration strategy
Selecting your S/4HANA migration path is one of the most critical decisions in your transformation journey. Developed by TJC Group in collaboration with experts from XMATERIA, this guide introduces a data-led framework for decision-making, helping you assess which migration path best aligns with your organisation’s priorities, constraints, and current SAP landscape. It also addresses a frequently overlooked question: what happens to your legacy systems and historical data after migration?
What you will learn in this guide
This guide offers a structured and neutral view of S/4HANA migration, helping you evaluate your options with confidence:
- Understanding the S/4HANA migration landscape
- The three core migration approaches explained clearly
- A deep dive into selective data transition (SDT) and its variants: : Lean SDDT, Hybrid SDT, and Full SDT
- Comparison of benefits and drawbacks of each approach
- How Data Volume Management fitS into each migration approach
- Managing Legacy Data After Migration
- Best practices for planning a successful migration
Beyond migration: what happens to your legacy data?
One of the most underestimated aspects of S/4HANA transformation is legacy system management. Keeping legacy systems running after migration creates ongoing cost, security, and compliance risks. This guide explores how to:
- Retire legacy SAP and non-SAP systems
- Preserve secure access to historical data for audit and compliance
- Avoid unnecessary infrastructure and licensing costs
- Ensure your historical data remains usable for future analytics and AI
Who should read this guide
This resource is designed for:
- CIOs and IT Directors leading S/4HANA programmes
- SAP Architects, SAP Managers and Programme Managers
- SAP CoE and S/4HANA Transformation teams
Download the guide now and make your S/4HANA migration decision with confidence.
