Hello everyone,

If you work with SAP in your company, you’ve probably heard how important data is for making better decisions. But hand on heart: how often does an analysis end up in your inbox as an Excel file that is somehow already out of date before you even look at it? This is exactly where embedded analytics comes into play.

As a consultant, I see time and again how companies can use real-time analytics in SAP to not only act faster, but also smarter. That’s why today we’re taking a look at what embedded analytics actually is, what functions SAP offers here – and how you can use them to get that decisive edge.

What is embedded analytics?

Imagine no longer having to switch back and forth between different tools to access your analyses. With embedded analytics, analysis functions are integrated directly into SAP. So you work in real time with data that comes directly from your system, without detours or delays.

The great thing about it is that you can use reports and dashboards directly in your workflows, whether in financial accounting, purchasing or sales. No additional exports, no extra software – everything runs exactly where you already work.

Why is this a game changer?

  1. Real-time data instead of gut feeling:
    Making decisions while the data is still warm – that is the biggest advantage of embedded analytics. You can see what’s going on immediately and can react straight away.
  2. Seamless integration:
    The analyses are not just nice to look at, they actively help you with your work. Whether in SAP S/4HANA or SAP Fiori, the data is exactly where you need it – without any additional effort.
  3. Individual insights:
    Standard reports are good, but Embedded Analytics makes it possible to design dashboards and analyses according to your own requirements. Each area gets exactly the information that is really important.

New functions you should know about

SAP has worked hard in recent years to make its analytics tools even smarter. Here are a few highlights:

  1. Smart Insights and Smart Predict:
    These AI-supported functions analyze your data and automatically provide you with insights that you may not even have had on your radar.
  2. Fiori Analytical Apps:
    With SAP Fiori, you not only get a modern user interface, but also customized analytical applications for your processes.
  3. SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) integration:
    Embedded Analytics can be seamlessly combined with the SAP Analytics Cloud, giving you additional advanced planning and simulation options.

A few examples from practice

Here are a few use cases that show how embedded analytics can bring real benefits:

  • Finance:
    You can track how your cash flows are developing in real time and act immediately in the event of bottlenecks.
  • Purchasing:
    Automatic analyses help you to identify potential supply bottlenecks at an early stage and plan alternatives.
  • Sales:
    A dashboard shows you exactly which products are currently performing well – and where there is a need to catch up. You can therefore adapt your sales strategy at lightning speed.

How you can get started

Now you might be asking yourself: “Sounds cool, but how do we get this rolling?” Don’t worry, it’s easier than you think:

  1. Check existing tools: First look at what you already have. Many embedded analytics functions are included in SAP S/4HANA as standard.
  2. Set up dashboards: Start with a few important KPIs that really make a difference. Better to start small and then expand.
  3. Offer training: Your teams need to know how to use the tools – because this is the only way they can develop their full potential.
  4. Continuous optimization: Analyses are not a “set it and forget it” project. Check regularly whether your dashboards still fit and adapt them to new goals.

Conclusion: get more out of your data

Embedded analytics in SAP is not just a gimmick for data fans, but a real game changer for companies that want to make data-driven decisions. Real-time insights, seamless integration and smart functions ensure that you are always one step ahead.

Do you want to discover embedded analytics in your company? Or do you need support to get started? Get in touch – we’re here for you!

See you soon and good luck with your analyses!

Your amotIQ solutions team