SAP Consulting & Strategy FAQs

Expert insights from Optima ECM

Navigating the SAP ecosystem is complex—we’re here to help. As a woman-owned SAP Gold Partner with a track record of 500+ successful projects across 20+ industries, we share the insights you need to optimize your Spend Management, Content Management, and digital strategy.

About Optima & SAP Partnership

Why is Optima’s status as a woman-owned SAP Gold Partner a strategic advantage?

Being a woman-owned SAP Gold Partner allows Optima to provide top-tier SAP expertise while helping our clients meet their supplier diversity (DEI) goals. We combine over 15 years of delivery excellence with a unique perspective that accelerates ROI and fosters more inclusive, high-impact business outcomes.

SAP Digital Transformation & S/4HANA

How does Optima support “Clean Core” principles during a RISE with SAP migration?

Optima ensures a "Clean Core" by reducing custom code, streamlining business processes, and leveraging SAP-standard extensibility. This approach minimizes technical debt and creates a stable, scalable S/4HANA environment that is ready for future cloud updates and innovation.

SAP Spend Management & Ariba Solutions

What are the key milestones in a typical SAP Ariba implementation with Optima?

Our implementation roadmap includes discovery, solution design, configuration, supplier enablement, and testing. We conclude with a structured go-live and post-launch optimization phase to ensure maximum user adoption and measurable cost savings across the SAP Business Network.

SAP Content Management & OpenText

How does integrating OpenText xECM with SAP improve document compliance?

Integrating OpenText xECM with SAP centralizes business content and automates retention policies. This creates a transparent audit trail and reduces compliance risks by ensuring that sensitive documents are secure, accessible, and governed throughout their entire lifecycle.

Managed Services & TotalCare™ Support

How does TotalCare™ help internal IT teams shift focus to strategic initiatives?

TotalCare™ moves your IT operations from reactive troubleshooting to proactive optimization. By handling expert issue resolution and system monitoring, we reduce the operational burden on your internal staff, allowing them to focus on high-value innovation and business priorities.

Working with Optima: Methodology & ROI

Does Optima provide a diagnostic or discovery phase before starting a new project?

Yes. Every project begins with a structured discovery phase to validate requirements and align stakeholders. This initial diagnostic mitigates project risks and defines a clear roadmap, ensuring faster execution and a stronger ROI for your SAP investment.