Niharika Singh
ABES Engineering College
Crossings Republik, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh 201009, India
Abstract
Migrating SAP ERP systems to the cloud represents a critical step in modernizing enterprise IT landscapes, enhancing scalability, and improving operational efficiency. However, the financial implications of cloud migrations often deter organizations from achieving their goals effectively. This study investigates cost optimization strategies for SAP ERP cloud migrations by analyzing the migration lifecycle, from planning and execution to post-migration operations. Through case studies, literature analysis, and expert insights, key cost-saving strategies such as automation, hybrid cloud deployment, performance monitoring, and right-sizing resources are identified. The findings demonstrate that adopting structured frameworks and tools can reduce migration costs by up to 30%, ensuring a balance between financial efficiency and performance. The study concludes with actionable recommendations for enterprises embarking on cloud migrations and highlights the scope and limitations of the proposed strategies.
Keywords
SAP ERP, cloud migration, cost optimization, SAP S/4HANA, hybrid cloud, automation, resource efficiency, enterprise IT.
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