SAP BPC Project Requirements

Illustration of a checklist representing BPC project planning and requirements

UPDATE: SAP has announced end-of-maintenance dates for BPC, prompting many organizations to reevaluate their planning and consolidation platforms. At SandPoint Consulting, we now help BPC customers determine the right next step–from transitioning to a new solution to maximizing the value of their current system in the interim. This article remains relevant for teams still managing BPC projects, as well as those beginning to plan their transition.

Having clearly defined business process and project requirements is critical to the success of any BPC implementation. Too often, projects that begin without this foundation run into missed deadlines, budget overages, and solutions that fall short of user expectations.

At SandPoint Consulting, we recommend conducting a dedicated project workshop before the blueprint and design phases begin. This workshop brings key stakeholders together to define project goals and align on which business processes the BPC solution should improve. The outcome provides a clear framework for the Statement of Work (SOW) and helps identify areas that require internal discussion and agreement prior to kickoff.

Taking the time to establish these requirements upfront helps ensure the resulting BPC solution meets the needs of finance, accounting, and IT teams–while staying on time and within budget.

Get Started with Confidence

Planning a BPC project? Start on the right foot with expert guidance. At SandPoint Consulting, we help clients define business process and project requirements that set the stage for a successful implementation.

Our team brings deep experience in finance and system design to every engagement—bridging the gap between stakeholders and ensuring your BPC solution aligns with your business goals.

Contact us to schedule a project planning workshop or to learn more about how we can support your team from strategy through execution.

Bryan Wirthlin
As Founder and President of SandPoint Consulting, Bryan’s unique vision has created the premiere choice available in high-level SAP® Business Planning and Consolidation services. Starting in 2001, Bryan has built a team of seasoned, savvy consultants who have demonstrated the ability to precisely fit BPC implementation processes to meet the complex and diverse client needs. Bryan has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Brigham Young University. He and his family live in Metro Detroit, where he actively serves with the Boy Scouts of America.

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