Bachelor-Abschlussarbeit zur SAP Implementierung mit der ASAP Methode in einem chinesischem Unternehmen.
Untersuchungsgegestand sind Methode, Vorher-Nachhersituation, Vor- und Nachteile, Einfluss der chin. kulturellen Aspekte.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- 1 Introduction
- 1.1 Motivation
- 1.2 Objective
- 1.3 Thesis structure
- 2 Disambiguation
- 2.1 SAP System
- 2.1.1 SAP ERP w/ ECC 6.0
- 2.1.2 Accelerated SAP (ASAP)
- 2.2 Information
- 2.2.1 Information flow
- 2.2.2 Information island
- 3 Company introduction
- 3.1 ThyssenKrupp Group
- 3.2 ThyssenKrupp Elevator
- 3.2.1 Business Unit Structure
- 3.2.2 ThyssenKrupp in Zhongshan
- 4 Influence of Chinese Culture on the business company
- 4.1 Language and mindset
- 4.2 Corporate culture and Chinese work attitude
- 4.2.1 Systematic approach
- 4.2.2 Interpersonal relationships (Guanxi)
- 5 The process of implementation
- 5.1 Prearrangement
- 5.1.1 System Requirements
- 5.1.2 (Project) Management organization and requirements
- 5.2 Actual analysis (as is)
- 5.2.1 Business processes at present
- 5.2.2 Currently used applications and procedures
- 5.2.3 Current problems
- 5.3 Target / Analysis (to be)
- 5.3.1 Project plan
- 5.3.2 Scheme of improvement
- 5.4 Realization of the project
- 5.4.1 Project Preparation
- 5.4.2 Blueprinting
- 5.4.3 Realization
- 5.4.4 Final Preparation
- 5.4.5 Go Live and Support
- 6 Reaches & Results
- 6.1 Project appraisal
- 6.1 Reaches in relation to the process of eliminating information islands
- 6.1.1 Disclosing information islands
- 6.1.2 Discovered existing information islands
- 6.1.3 Method of treatment
- 6.2 Comparison: “as is” – “to be”
- 6.3 Assets & Drawbacks
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This thesis investigates the methods and concepts of SAP implementation for ThyssenKrupp Escalator in Zhongshan, China, analyzing both the project approach and the before-and-after situation to enhance practical relevance. It also aims to identify the potential for improvement in the company's business processes by eliminating existing information islands, considering the specific aspects of business in China and highlighting both emerging possibilities and main barriers.
- SAP implementation methodology and its application in a Chinese context.
- Identification and analysis of information islands within ThyssenKrupp Escalator's operations in Zhongshan.
- The impact of Chinese culture and corporate culture on the implementation process.
- Comparison of "as is" and "to be" business processes after SAP implementation.
- Assessment of the project's success and identification of potential areas for future improvement.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Chapter 1: Introduction introduces the thesis's motivation, objective, and structure. Chapter 2: Disambiguation defines key terms like "SAP System" and "Information Island." Chapter 3: Company introduction provides background information on ThyssenKrupp Group and its Zhongshan operations. Chapter 4: Influence of Chinese Culture discusses the impact of Chinese culture on business practices. Chapter 5: The process of implementation details the project's pre-arrangement, actual analysis, target analysis, and realization phases up to the "Final Preparation" stage, highlighting the ASAP methodology used.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
SAP ERP implementation, information islands, Chinese business culture, business process reengineering (BPR), Accelerated SAP (ASAP) methodology, ThyssenKrupp, China, manufacturing resource planning (MRP II).
Frequently Asked Questions about SAP Implementation in China
What is the ASAP methodology in SAP projects?
ASAP (Accelerated SAP) is a standard framework used to speed up the implementation of SAP ERP systems through structured phases from preparation to go-live.
What are "information islands"?
Information islands are isolated data silos or departments that do not share information effectively, leading to inefficiencies that SAP aims to eliminate.
How does Chinese culture affect SAP implementation?
Cultural aspects like "Guanxi" (interpersonal relationships) and specific work attitudes significantly influence how business processes and systematic approaches are adopted.
What was the objective of the ThyssenKrupp project in Zhongshan?
The goal was to unify business processes and improve information flow by implementing an ERP system to replace fragmented legacy applications.
What are the main phases of SAP realization?
The process includes Project Preparation, Business Blueprinting, Realization (configuration), Final Preparation, and Go Live/Support.
- Quote paper
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Marcel Gundlach (Author), 2008, United under SAP - The process of eliminating information islands for ThyssenKrupp Escalator in China (Zhongshan), Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/186599
