SAP SuccessFactors


What is SAP SuccessFactors?

SAP SuccessFactors is SAP’s cloud-based suite of human resources software. The SAP SuccessFactors suite is traditionally most known for its talent management tools and offers core HR capabilities through Employee Central and payroll capabilities through Employee Central Payroll.

While SAP still has many customers running its legacy on-premise SAP ERP HCM solution, SAP SuccessFactors is SAP’s primary focus for Human Capital Management (HCM) and Human Experience Management (HXM). As a result, SAP now focuses most of its HR technology innovation and development resources in the HR space on SAP SuccessFactors. Additionally, the vendor plans to end mainstream maintenance for SAP ERP HCM in 2027.

Modules and offerings within the SAP SuccessFactors suite include:

What is SAP SuccessFactors?

SAP SuccessFactors is SAP’s cloud-based suite of human resources software. The SAP SuccessFactors suite is traditionally most known for its talent management tools and offers core HR capabilities through Employee Central and payroll capabilities through Employee Central Payroll.

While SAP still has many customers running its legacy on-premise SAP ERP HCM solution, SAP SuccessFactors is SAP’s primary focus for Human Capital Management (HCM) and Human Experience Management (HXM). As a result, SAP now focuses most of its HR technology innovation and development resources in the HR space on SAP SuccessFactors. Additionally, the vendor plans to end mainstream maintenance for SAP ERP HCM in 2027.

Modules and offerings within the SAP SuccessFactors suite include:

  • SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central (Core HR)
  • SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll
  • SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Service Center
  • SAP SuccessFactors Recruiting
  • SAP SuccessFactors Onboarding
  • SAP SuccessFactors Performance & Goals
  • SAP SuccessFactors Compensation
  • SAP SuccessFactors Learning
  • SAP SuccessFactors Succession & Development
  • SAP SuccessFactors Workforce Analytics
  • Employee Experience Management with SAP Qualtrics

Key SAP SuccessFactors Considerations for SAPinsiders

  • SAP is focused on integrating SAP SuccessFactors and its other cloud applications into its broader set of offerings. This focus is especially of interest to organizations using a variety of SAP tools. As companies adopt cloud solutions, integration between those products and the rest of an organization’s technology stack can be a challenge. SAP CEO Christian Klein noted that SAP has been working to bring the same integration experience between SAP SuccessFactors and other apps that traditional SAP ERP HCM had with the on-premise SAP ERP suite of applications.
  • Managing cloud releases is different than on-premise releases. SAP SuccessFactors releases updates twice per year, and these updates often provide significant changes to functionality. Most changes are not mandatory, but customers seeking to get the most out of their cloud systems should implement updates where possible. Doing so requires a release management strategy to track the latest updates and encourage adoption. Most updates can be added to SAP SuccessFactors by opting in, a stark change from on-premise releases, which require more technical work.
  • Self-service is an important component of cloud HR tools like SAP SuccessFactors. The most successful companies in their HR strategies are utilizing self-service. For example, employee and manager self-service related to time and attendance and performance management are likely to create better employee experiences and generate more efficient HR processes by removing the reliance on an HR employee to complete related tasks and paperwork. In addition, there is a possibility for self-service in more HR areas such as onboarding and learning.

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  1. SAZABY LEAGUE Transforms Its HR Function with SAP SuccessFactors

    Published: 02/October/2025

    Reading time: 3 mins

    SAZABY LEAGUE Co., Ltd. has adopted SAP SuccessFactors to enhance its HR operations by transitioning from an aging on-premise solution to a cloud-based system, facilitating agility, improved productivity, and strategic independence for its diverse business units through a partnership with DTS Co. Ltd.

  2. cbs Expands SAP SuccessFactors Recruiting with Add-On Applications

    Reading time: 3 mins

    cbs has launched a suite of innovative add-on applications for SAP SuccessFactors Recruiting, including Quick Apply for streamlined candidate applications, a WhatsApp integration for mobile recruiting, and a Recruiting Efficiency Bundle to enhance recruiter productivity.

  3. Origin reduces support tickets by 70%, automates HR processes, and enables teams to focus on work that matters

    Reading time: 7 mins

    Origin, one of Australia’s leading energy companies, relies on SuccessFactors for its HR software. But they needed to customize various processes, optimize Origin-specific journeys, and reduce their monthly help-desk ticket volume (originally 7,000 tickets a month for various tasks).

  4. Douglas Pharmaceuticals

    Reading time: 1 mins

    Douglas Pharmaceuticals enhanced its global training on regulatory compliance and learning agility by implementing the SAP SuccessFactors Learning Management System with Deloitte, significantly reducing training time and fostering a digital learning environment for its workforce.

  5. SAP SuccessFactors Talent Intelligence Hub: Capabilities & Benefits

    Reading time: 2 mins

    Unleash the power of skills-based HR with SAP’s Talent Intelligence Hub. Tap into AI‑driven tools that build skill and competency libraries directly from job profiles, present intuitive “Growth Portfolio” dashboards, and surface personalized learning, job, and mentoring opportunities.

  6. Empowering Mid-Market Organizations with SAP SuccessFactors® and Rizing

    Reading time: 3 mins

    As mid-market organizations drive economic growth, they are increasingly leveraging AI, automation, and cloud-based HR solutions to effectively manage complex HR processes, enhance employee experiences, ensure compliance, and support their scaling needs.

  7. SAP SuccessFactors Talent Intelligence Hub: Capabilities & Benefits

    Reading time: 2 mins

    Rizing announces its new Jump Start to Talent Intelligence Hub service this spring, designed to assist SAP SuccessFactors clients in implementing the Talent Intelligence Hub to optimize skills and attributes across various HR modules.

  8. SAP Human Capital Management HR Management with Market-leading HCM Software

    Reading time: 2 mins

    In the face of rapid digitalization and change, cbs HCM emphasizes the importance of effectively attracting, retaining, and developing employees through customized HR strategies, process optimization, and modern SAP technologies to ensure future organizational success.

  9. ChatINK from INK IT Solutions Now Available on SAP Store

    Reading time: 2 mins

    INK IT Solutions has launched ChatINK, a solution integrated with SAP SuccessFactors that enhances recruiter-candidate communication and accelerates hiring processes through real-time messaging and analytics.

  10. HR360

    Reading time: 1 mins

    INK IT’s HR 360 offers a pre-configured, cost-effective solution to rapidly implement SAP SuccessFactors, addressing HR challenges with features like employee central, time management, goal management, and mobile access, while ensuring benefits such as reduced delivery times and a fixed budget for seamless digital transformation.