Your future-ready ERP for agile, scalable growth.

SAP Cloud ERP 

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SAP Cloud ERP is a modern, intelligent ERP delivered as software-as-a-service. It helps organisations improve efficiency, accelerate innovation and remain agile in a fast-changing world. With real-time data, automated updates and lower infrastructure costs, it offers a streamlined path to transformation. PwC Ireland combines deep industry knowledge with proven SAP expertise — having implemented the solution ourselves within PwC — to help clients unlock value quickly and confidently.

Why businesses choose SAP Cloud ERP

Organisations are turning to SAP Cloud ERP to simplify IT, accelerate innovation and build resilience. These are the priorities shaping their transformation journey.

Reduce complexity and cost

Legacy ERP systems are often expensive, fragmented and difficult to maintain. Clients are looking to reduce IT complexity and cost by moving to a SaaS model that’s easier to manage and scale. SAP Cloud ERP offers a simplified architecture, continuous innovation and reduced infrastructure overhead. We help you assess readiness, align stakeholders and build a roadmap that supports strategic goals — so your ERP becomes a driver of efficiency, not a barrier to change.

Business agility

Speed and flexibility are essential in today’s business environment. Clients want faster deployments, quicker time-to-value and the ability to adapt to change without disruption. SAP’s Cloud ERP enables rapid implementation and automated updates, helping organisations stay ahead of market shifts. Our Cloud ERP Express solution is designed for speed, enabling go-live in as little as eight weeks. We help you move fast, stay agile and deliver results that matter.

AI and emerging tech integration

Innovation is no longer optional, it’s a competitive necessity. Clients want to embed emerging technologies like AI, blockchain and advanced analytics into their operations. SAP Cloud ERP integrates these capabilities natively, enabling smarter decisions, predictive insights and automated processes. We ensure these technologies are applied where they deliver real business value — helping you innovate with purpose, not just for the sake of novelty.

Cloud governance and compliance

Operating in the cloud requires robust governance, risk management and compliance. Clients need confidence that their systems meet regulatory standards and protect sensitive data. SAP’s Cloud ERP includes built-in controls, audit trails and compliance features tailored to industry needs. We help you customise these capabilities to your risk profile, ensuring governance is embedded from day one and evolves with your business.

Scalable and sustainable ERP growth

Growth must be scalable and sustainable. Clients are looking for digital foundations that support expansion while aligning with ESG goals. SAP Cloud ERP provides a future-proof platform with integrated sustainability reporting and performance tracking. Our experts help you align technology with purpose — embedding accountability, transparency and resilience into your operations so you can grow with confidence and credibility.

PwC Ireland’s Cloud ERP Express offering

Cloud ERP Express is PwC’s accelerated SAP finance offering, built on SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud, with go-live in as little as eight weeks through a defined scope and fixed-fee model.

Rapid SAP Cloud ERP Deployment

Cloud ERP Express is PwC’s pre-configured SAP finance solution, designed for rapid deployment and immediate impact. Built on S/4HANA Public Cloud Edition, it enables go-live in as little as eight weeks — ideal for mid-sized organisations or business units seeking agility. The solution includes best-practice processes, automated updates and scalable architecture. PwC ensures your implementation is fast, secure and aligned to your strategic goals.

SAP Cloud ERP Readiness and Deployment Planning

Before you begin your transformation, it’s essential to understand where you stand. We offer structured readiness workshops and diagnostic questionnaires to assess your organisation, systems and potential barriers. We help you identify gaps, align stakeholders and build a clear case for change. This ensures your deployment starts with clarity and confidence, and sets the stage for success.

Transformation Roadmap Design

Every transformation needs a roadmap. We conduct a detailed pre-study of your system landscape, helping you select the right deployment model and build a compelling business case. We design the architecture to support long-term goals, ensuring your SAP Cloud ERP implementation is scalable, secure and strategically aligned. Our approach turns planning into a powerful enabler of transformation.

Implementation and Change Support

Successful implementation requires more than just technology; it demands structure, expertise and alignment. PwC delivers SAP Cloud ERP using the SAP Activate methodology, supported by our project assurance, change management and functional/technical experts. We help you manage complexity, mitigate risk and keep your programme on track. From initial planning to go-live, our integrated teams ensure every phase is connected, every stakeholder is engaged and every outcome is delivered with confidence.

AI and Automation Enablement

nnovation doesn’t stop at go-live. We help you continuously enhance your SAP Cloud ERP environment by rolling out new functionalities and emerging technologies. From AI-enabled automation and intelligent bots to blockchain and advanced analytics, we ensure each capability is embedded with purpose. Our approach focuses on business value — helping you stay ahead of the curve while maintaining stability, scalability and user adoption.

ERP Testing and Go-Live Support

Quality assurance is critical to a successful ERP transformation. PwC provides comprehensive testing and validation services covering risk, compliance, integration and performance. We support your go-live with readiness assessments, issue resolution and audit preparation — ensuring your system is secure, compliant and fit for purpose. Our structured approach helps you avoid surprises, reduce downtime and build confidence across your organisation.

ERP Governance and Control Frameworks

A new ERP environment requires a fresh look at governance and internal controls. We help you establish or adapt control frameworks that align with SAP Cloud ERP’s architecture and capabilities. We ensure your systems support regulatory compliance, risk management and operational integrity, embedding controls that are automated, auditable and scalable. Our expertise helps you build trust and accountability into every process.

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Barry Whelan

Barry Whelan

Partner, PwC Ireland (Republic of)

Tel: +353 86 243 0550

Dimitri Samadashvili

Dimitri Samadashvili

PwC Alliance Director — SAP, PwC Ireland (Republic of)

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