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Use Cases and Deployment Scope
As a supplier, we use SAP Business Network (SBN) to digitally connect with our customers and streamline the entire order‑to‑invoice process. The platform serves as a single, standardized channel for exchanging business documents and maintaining real‑time visibility into transactions.
Pros
- Seamless Purchase Order Management
- Real-Time Order Collaboration
- Advanced Shipping Notifications
Cons
- Setting up cXML or EDI integration can be time-consuming and requires deep technical expertise.
- The portal UI can feel outdated and unintuitive for occasional users.
- When a document fails (e.g., invoice rejection), error messages can be cryptic.
Likelihood to Recommend
We leverage SAP Business Network to provide customers with a fully digital, compliant, and transparent procurement experience. Through the network, we enable seamless processes for purchase orders, confirmations, shipping notifications, and electronic invoicing, integrated with our ERP for accuracy and speed. This approach reduces manual effort, accelerates payment cycles, and strengthens collaboration with strategic customers across multiple geographies.