The 2027 deadline for migrating to SAP Cloud ERP is rapidly approaching, and organizations are facing critical decisions. According to the SAPinsider’s research report, "Deployment Approaches to SAP S/4HANA 2025, the number of companies acknowledging that their migration will extend beyond 2027 has surged by 155%. Meanwhile, adoption of SAP’s flagship offerings — SAP Cloud ERP Public (formerly GROW with SAP) and SAP Cloud ERP Private (formerly RISE with SAP) — has more than doubled, signaling a decisive pivot toward standardized cloud environments.
This shift highlights a central dilemma: Should organizations opt for a quick, purely technical deployment, or invest in a broader transformation of processes and systems? A rapid technical move may appear efficient, but it often carries hidden risks. Legacy custom code, outdated processes, and redundant data can all be transferred into the new system, creating added complexity and higher costs after implementation.
The scarcity of expert resources compounds this challenge. The most experienced SAP consultants are already in high demand, so waiting too long to act increases the likelihood of delays and budget overruns.
Success depends on choosing the right migration strategy and aligning it with long-term business goals. This is where trusted SAP partners play a critical role. Firms such as Forgestik provide pragmatic roadmap assessments, business process analysis, and the expertise needed to navigate complexity and ensure an effective, smooth transition to SAP Cloud ERP.
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This article has been translated and adapted from the original piece by Radhika Ojha, Senior Editor at SAPinsider. To explore the full analysis, download the SAPinsider research report Deployment Approaches to SAP S/4HANA 2025 on SAPinsider.
