FIORI APPROACH

SAP Fiori represents a cutting-edge user experience (UX) for SAP software, ushering in the next level of digital ERP. It offers a suite of applications tailored for routine business functions such as approvals, analytics, transactional processes, and various self-service tasks, streamlining user tasks and enhancing day-to-day business efficiency. Fiori's user interface is constructed on SAP UI5, ensuring compatibility across multiple platforms. The responsive design of Fiori allows seamless operation on desktops, tablets, and smartphones, offering a consistent user experience across diverse devices.

Applications of Analytics

  • Daily Sales Evaluation
  • Overall Receivables Assessment
  • Stock Overview
  • Debtors Collection Management
  • Funds Position Tracking
  • Income Vs Expenses Analysis
  • Ageing analysis Customer, Vendor and Material
  • Profit Loss Evaluation
  • Order to Cash Flow analysis
  • Budget Vs Actuals Comparison
  • Receipts & Payments Monitoring
  • Production DashBoard Material Trend & Consumption & more.

Fiori Analytics Features

  • Intuitive User Interface for Easy Navigation
  • Increased Device Adaptability for Tablets and Smartphones
  • Seamless Access to Analytics Anywhere, Anyt
  • Robust Analytical Capabilities
  • Integration of Predictive Analytics
  • Rule-Based Alert Indicators for Proactive Analysis
  • Consolidation of Summarized Data from Various Sources
  • Various filters and analysis facilities
  • Role-Based Access, Showcasing Authorized Data for Specific Plants
  • Effortless Drill-Down Options, Enabling In-Depth Analysis from Organization Level to Transaction Entries at Your Fingertips

    • Effective business analytics plays a pivotal role in aiding management to comprehend the true dynamics of business operations, influencing a multitude of crucial business decisions. Typically, business owners rely on pre-prepared, summarized reports, a process that proves time-consuming for both employees and business owners. This method often lacks the immediacy of live data and the availability of in-depth analysis when required.

Fiori Business Approval Features

  • Personalized Display of Pending Documents for Each User
  • Access to Essential Reports and Analytics for Informed Decision-Making
  • Capability to Approve/Reject Multiple Documents
  • Automated Email Processing in the Background
  • Detailed Document View for Enhanced Understanding
  • Integration of Predictive Analysis for Business Insights
  • Document History Viewing Option
  • Convenient Business Decision-Making on Tablets and Smartphones
  • Business Approvals Facilitated from Various Locations
  • Mitigation of Business Decision Del

    • Mitigating delays in business approvals, especially when management is occupied with customer engagements or during holidays, is crucial. Enabling document approvals or rejections, along with access to pertinent reports at one's fingertips, adds substantial value to the organization by facilitating informed decision-making. For example, when approving a purchase order application, having instant access to crucial information such as current stock levels, consumption patterns, recent purchases, open purchase orders, and the vendor's material rates and balance, empowers users to make accurate decisions effortlessly. This streamlined process ensures that decisions are well-informed, contributing significantly to the organization's ability to make precise and timely choices.

Use Cases for Approval Applications

  • Implementation of SAP-Based Logon Protocols
  • Seamless Integration with Organizational Single Sign-On (SSO)
  • Secure SAP Fiori Client for Mobile Devices with Enhanced Security Protocols
  • Establishment of Data Authorizations
  • Extension of SAP ERP Authorizations into the Fiori Environment
  • Application Visibility Based on User Roles
  • Customizations Tailored to Specific Roles
  • Utilization of SAP Web Dispatcher for Efficient Network Routing

Utilization of IoT Services

  • Elimination of Manual Processes
  • Deployment of Gadgets and Sensors for Automated Data Posting
  • Ensuring Data Accuracy
  • Timely Alerts and Notifications
  • Background Processing of Transactional Activities
  • Automation of Business Processes
  • Mitigation of Fraudulent Activities

    • Synchronizing SAP with various devices and sensors automates data posting into the database based on predetermined time intervals. This strategy empowers organizations to eliminate manual tasks and minimize the need for additional manpower. For instance, the distance traveled during a trip is automatically recorded in the vehicle's database through a GPS tracker. Similarly, a sensor affixed to the gas supply pipeline registers the delivered quantity, initiates the process of delivery, and seamlessly generates billing entries in the background. Concurrently, pertinent documents are sent to both process owners and customers without manual intervention. This streamlined integration enhances operational efficiency and reduces dependency on human resources.

Utilization of Mobile Features and APIs:

  • Leveraging Device Camera for Image Uploads
  • Camera Implementation for Barcode and QR Code Scanning
  • Integration of Various JavaScript APIs for PDF Functionality, etc.
  • Utilizing Voice Recorder and Calendar Features
  • Implementation of Predictive Analytics
  • Speech-to-Text Processing for Lengthy Inputs
  • GPS Tracker for Location Tracking
  • Integration with Third-Party APIs
  • Alert Notifications
  • Offline Usage Capabilities

    • Integrating various APIs and leveraging mobile functionalities significantly reduces user effort and enhances the user experience when posting ERP transactions. The incorporation of different APIs facilitates a smooth connection with various mobile features, allowing users to seamlessly engage with business applications. This integration not only streamlines processes but also enhances the overall ease of use for users involved in ERP transactions.

Design Principles

  • Responsiveness to Varying Device Screen Sizes
  • Implementation of Simple UI Controls
  • Emphasis on Lightweight Data Transmission
  • Role-Based Application Design
  • Presentation of Authorized and Relevant Data
  • Prioritizing a Positive User Experience
  • Automation of Input Processes
  • In-Line Data Validations
  • Minimization of Clicks and Inputs
  • Facilitation of Required Data from Different Sources on a Single Screen

    • Business analytics plays a crucial role in aiding management to grasp the real-time business dynamics and assess the impact of various decisions. Typically, business owners rely on pre-prepared, summarized reports, a process that proves time-consuming for both employees and business owners. This method often lacks the immediacy of live data and the availability of in-depth analysis when required.

Leveraging Fiori for Business Solutions:

  • Customized process mapping for specific customer needs
  • Construction of processes optimized for mobile device usage.
  • Seamless integration with diverse devices
  • Automation of existing processes for increased efficiency.
  • Development of user-friendly apps for streamlined transaction processing at scale.

    • Examples

  • Employee claims made mobile, enabling users to instantly submit expenses by capturing and submitting documents through their mobile devices.
  • Immediate stock transfer posting directly from the shop floor.
  • On-site order booking directly from the customer's location.
  • Solutions for Barcode and QR code scanning without the need for external devices, offering integrated scanning capabilities.
  • Quick notifications, immediate business approvals, and real-time analytics for enhanced decision-making.

Enhancing Security Measures

  • Implementation of SAP-based logon protocols for secure access.
  • Seamless integration with organizational Single Sign-On (SSO) for unified authentication.
  • Utilization of SAP Fiori client with mobile-based security protocols for secure mobile access.
  • Strict adherence to data authorizations to control access privileges.
  • Extension of SAP ERP authorizations into Fiori for consistent security standards.
  • Role-based application visibility and customization to align with specific user roles.
  • Utilization of SAP Web Dispatcher for efficient network routing.
  • Leveraging SAP Netweaver for effective load handling.
  • SAP Netweaver for load handling
  • Fiori login sessions creating less load compared to GUI, with Netweaver sessions established at client machines and server responses optimized for user requests.
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Developing Hybrid Applications with UI5

  • Installation of the same UI application on Android and IOS devices, adhering to superior UX standards.
  • Reduction of efforts and coding across different platforms for increased efficiency.
  • Integration of UI features for a seamless user experience.
  • Offline data storage capability, facilitating usage without an internet connection.
  • Compatibility for installation on Android, IOS, and various mobile platforms.

    • Drawbacks

  • Complexity in managing platform-dependent interface plugins.
  • While offline data storage is possible, the application's core library functions may still depend on an internet connection.
  • Relatively slower performance compared to native applications.