INTLOOP Strengthens SAP Consulting Prowess with Internal GROW with SAP Adoption

Japanese IT consulting firm, INTLOOP, is set to significantly enhance its SAP consulting capabilities through a strategic internal adoption of SAP’s modern cloud solutions. At the core of this transformation is the deployment of GROW with SAP, including the SaaS-based SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, complemented by SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP) for developing specific application extensions and SAP Fieldglass for optimised vendor and external workforce management.

This initiative is noteworthy as INTLOOP is undertaking the GROW with SAP implementation leveraging its own internal consulting expertise, supported by SAP Japan’s consulting division. This self-implementation approach is crucial, allowing INTLOOP to gain first-hand experience with the latest SAP cloud technologies in a real-world business scenario.

By replacing its long-standing legacy in-house system with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, INTLOOP is modernising its operations and building a robust, cloud-native foundation aligned with global standards. According to SAP Japan, this practical experience will serve as a powerful asset, directly enriching INTLOOP’s ability to guide and support Japanese companies on their own digital transformation journeys using SAP’s cloud portfolio. Additionally, the knowledge gained from navigating the implementation process, adapting global best practices to the Japanese context, and integrating various SAP solutions positions INTLOOP as a highly credible and experienced partner for future SAP cloud deployments.

Furthermore, INTLOOP’s adoption of SAP Fieldglass underscores the growing need for efficient management of external resources, a key component for consulting firms as their business expands. The planned use of SAP BTP for developing extensions tailored to INTLOOP’s specific staffing business highlights the flexibility and innovation potential offered by SAP’s platform, enabling customised solutions that integrate seamlessly with the core ERP.

What This Means for Mastering SAP Insiders

SAP Japan sees INTLOOP’s internal implementation as a significant step. The company’s adoption of GROW with SAP aligns with SAP’s strategic push for cloud ERP adoption across Japan. By demonstrating the value of integrated SAP solutions—improving business transparency, accumulating employee knowledge, fostering sustainability, and increasing adaptability to market changes—INTLOOP becomes a prime example for other Japanese businesses considering a move to the cloud.

Access to practical, local implementation knowledge. INTLOOP’s decision to implement GROW with SAP, SAP BTP, and SAP Fieldglass within their own Japanese operations means they are gaining direct, practical experience. This firsthand knowledge of the implementation process, challenges, and benefits in a real Japanese business context directly enhances their consulting capabilities and offers a valuable resource for Japanese organisations’ own cloud migration planning and execution.

SAP Japan is committed to the local cloud ecosystem. SAP Japan actively supporting a key local consulting partner’s internal GROW implementation is a strong signal of their commitment to fostering a robust cloud ecosystem in Japan. This strategic focus indicates growing local resources, expertise, and support structures for GROW with SAP, providing increased confidence and options for Japanese companies adopting the platform.