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Ariba 2023 Q2 Release: Top 10 New Features

SAP’s 2023 Q2 Release includes about 80 new features. Unlike the 2023 Q1 release, there was nothing our consultants were super excited about. However, there are tweaks to various products,…

Critical Change to HTTP Protocols in Ariba are Coming!

SAP Ariba has announced an important change to HTTP protocols that could impact access to links in your Ariba systems. SAP plans to enforce the use of HTTPS links for…

Ariba Network Customer Management: Standardizing Business Practices across Accounts

There’s a lot of focus on Supplier Management in SAP Ariba. But another facet in that relationship is Customer Management. Sometimes, just as with suppliers, your Ariba customer accounts can…

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…

Ariba 2023 Q1 Release: Top 10 New Features

The SAP Ariba 2023 Q1 Release includes 67 new features. There were a couple that our consultants absolutely considered to be game changers, but most of the updates were smaller…

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…

Post-Deployment Support Framework Update for SAP Ariba Customers

On November 14, 2022, a significant change to the post deployment support framework at SAP Ariba was put into place. Field configurations have been removed from the traditional product support…

Ariba 2022 Q4 Release: Best Downstream Features

This feature update includes 89 new features. On the downstream side, the biggest takeaway for us is in the number of updates and improvements to buying and invoicing and the…