How long does a typical BPSR study take?

That depends on scope, but focused studies can move quickly while broader cross-functional reviews usually take a phased workshop and analysis approach.

Can BPSR cover more than one function?

Yes. We can study one process deeply or assess multiple connected functions such as finance, procurement, supply chain, or shared services.

Do you include SAP and non-SAP process steps?

Yes. We look at the full operational flow, including manual approvals, spreadsheets, emails, and external tools where they affect outcomes.

Will the recommendations be prioritized?

Yes. We separate quick wins, medium-term improvements, and larger transformation items so teams know where to start.

Can BPSR feed into implementation planning?

Yes. Many teams use BPSR as the bridge between current pain points and a clearer execution roadmap.

Advisory

Business process Study & Recommendation (BPSR)

Run a structured business process study to uncover delays, manual workarounds, and SAP improvement opportunities across finance, supply chain, manufacturing, and shared services.

We work with process owners to document current operations, assess pain points, and recommend practical changes in process design, reporting, approvals, automation, and system usage.

Process Study WorkshopsRoot-Cause and Gap AnalysisExecution-Ready Recommendations

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DISCOVER

Process Gaps

PRIORITIZE

Improvement Areas

PLAN

SAP-Led Actions

Applicability

Where Business process Study & Recommendation (BPSR) Fits Best

Designed for growing and process-intensive organizations that need to study current operations and define practical SAP-led improvements.

Businesses facing bottlenecks in finance, procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, or shared services.

Teams relying on spreadsheets, follow-up calls, and manual approvals to keep work moving.

Organizations preparing for process redesign, automation, or S/4HANA-related planning.

Leaders who need prioritized recommendations instead of broad, generic consulting outputs.

Service Scope

Business process Study & Recommendation (BPSR) Service Scope

BPSR scope focused on process pain-point discovery, practical recommendations, and SAP-aligned execution planning.

Module 01

Functional Process Walkthroughs

Study current process steps, actors, approvals, and exception paths with business teams.

Module 02

Gap and Root-Cause Analysis

Separate surface-level symptoms from the underlying reasons work slows down or fails.

Module 03

SAP Usage and Manual Dependency Review

Assess where users step outside SAP and where transactions, data, or controls are underused.

Module 04

Control and Escalation Review

Check how approvals, checkpoints, and issue ownership affect process stability.

Module 05

Automation and Simplification Opportunities

Recommend where workflow, reporting, master data, or low-code automation can help.

Module 06

Prioritized Action Roadmap

Provide a phased recommendation set that teams can move into execution.

Approach

Business process Study & Recommendation (BPSR) Delivery Approach

BPSR model built for practical process diagnostics and execution-ready recommendations.

Define which functions, locations, and process challenges the engagement should address.

Confirm sponsor priorities and business constraints.
Select process areas and study boundaries.
Agree success criteria for recommendations.

How BPSR Works Flow

The framework helps teams move from operational frustration to a clear, prioritized improvement plan.

Delivery Model Options

BPSR Discovery Sprint

Focused process diagnosis and recommendation output
Fit for urgent operational pain points

Full BPSR Study

Structured current-state review and roadmap
Best for cross-functional process improvement

BPSR plus Implementation Planning

Recommendations connected to next-step execution planning
Useful before SAP change or transformation programs

BPSR Governance Backbone

Study scope governance
Validated findings and root causes
Recommendation prioritization checkpoints
Execution handover cadence

Outcomes

Business process Study & Recommendation (BPSR) Business Outcomes

BPSR helps teams reduce operational friction and move into improvement work with a practical plan.

Identify root causes behind delays, rework, and escalation loops.

Create a sharper view of where SAP usage and process design need attention.

Prioritize quick wins and structural fixes with business ownership.

Reduce spreadsheet dependence and manual follow-up effort.

Improve coordination across process owners, support teams, and leadership.

Turn process findings into an actionable transformation starting point.

10-25%

Process Delay Reduction Opportunity

Up to 30%

Lower Manual Follow-Up Effort

15-25%

Better Ownership Clarity

Higher

Execution Readiness

Need execution-ready BPSR recommendations?

Share your process challenges and we will define a practical BPSR roadmap.

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USP

Business process Study & Recommendation (BPSR) Case Study USP Highlights

BPSR outcomes focused on reducing day-to-day process friction and creating execution-ready recommendations.

BPSR Story 1

Consumer Business

Studied procure-to-pay delays across plants and HO teams, then recommended control, approval, and master-data changes to cut follow-up effort.

BPSR Story 2

Manufacturing Group

Identified manual planning and reporting dependencies that were slowing operations, with a roadmap for SAP-led simplification.

BPSR Story 3

Shared Services Team

Created a practical recommendation pack to improve SLA adherence, ownership visibility, and issue escalation discipline.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for BPSR programs.