SAP-Based Solutions for Materials Planning and Procurement
Key Questions in Materials Planning and Procurement
- Where can we release tied-up working capital?
- How can we optimize inventory coverage and stock levels?
- How can we effectively manage volatile lead times and supply uncertainty?
- How can we ensure that no material requirement is ever overlooked or triggered too late?
Complete Visibility at a Glance
Scenario Simulation: What If?
What would happen if:
- Inventory coverage targets were adjusted?
- Supplier terms and conditions changed?
- A supply shortage emerged?
- An unexpected customer order had to be prioritized?
With a fast and reliable simulation engine, organizations can compare the projected future state under current planning parameters with alternative scenarios based on newly defined assumptions.
This capability enables decision-makers to assess the impact of potential changes before implementation and avoid costly mistakes—even when the consequences of those changes would only become visible over time.
By providing greater planning certainty and transparency, the solution supports proactive, data-driven decision-making across the procurement and supply chain organization.

