SAP Ariba Solutions

An occasional series taking a deeper dive into SAP Ariba solutions, how they work, and how they can benefit your organization. We cover upstream and downstream solutions and common to less-common Ariba modules.

SAP Ariba Guided Sourcing: Key Features and Tips for A Successful Rollout

SAP Ariba always recommends that organizations take advantage of feature improvements to the platform that enhance user experience and adoption. For 2024, SAP is focusing on Guided Sourcing. Their goal…

Audit Log Process Changes in SAP Ariba

If you encounter an error message in your SAP Ariba audit log beginning Oct. 1, 2023, this is the reason why. Starting then, all new audit data will be written…

Navigating your ITK Transition: FAQ

In February SAP announced that it was ending support for the Integration Toolkit (ITK) effective December 31, 2023. Here are all the details that are currently available about this change.

Benefits of Ariba Catalog Management

From reducing maverick spend to improving compliance, the advantages of good catalog management extend throughout the procurement lifecycle, ultimately paving the way for optimized procurement practices and strategic business growth.

SAP Ariba Catalog Management: An Overview

If you’re not taking advantage of SAP Ariba Catalog Management capabilities, you’re missing out on one of the most effective – and simplest – centralized procurement software solutions.

Upcoming Ariba Name Changes

SAP has gradually been phasing out the name Ariba in favor of full SAP branding. Here is an overview of what is changing now.

Mandatory SAP Ariba Deadlines: What You Need to Know Now

There are a few big changes coming to SAP Ariba that will affect any company that runs Ariba software. These changes are mandatory and will take some time to prepare…

The Silicon Valley Bank Collapse: Avoid Issues with your Ariba Network Suppliers

The Silicon Valley Bank collapse and the subsequent closing of Signature Bank has caused a lot of uncertainty in the business world, and our clients are no exception. Many are…

4 Takeaways from ProcureCon Indirect West

ProcureCon Indirect West is a peer-led procurement conference for procurement professionals to network, learn and brainstorm with others in their field. It's also a showcase for new procurement technology. Here…

End of Support for SAP ITK: FAQ

As of December 31, 2023, SAP will no longer support SAP Ariba's Integration Toolkit. What your organization will need to do to replace it depends upon what technologies you're using…

Understanding Supplier Risk Management

Weaknesses in the supply chain that were brought to the forefront by the pandemic should have made it clear that understanding supplier risk management and why its implementation is crucial…

SAP Spend Connect Live: Top 5 Takeaways

CCP Global had a large team at SAP Spend Connect Live and we can’t express how great it was to meet up in person once again after a 3-year hiatus…