Außenfassade+expert+Fachmarkt+02_72_dpi_16zu9

expert Relies on SAP S/4HANA

Implementation of a future-proof ERP platform through brownfield conversion

expert Relies on SAP S/4HANA

expert_logo_web_large_72_dpi

With the successful go-live in November 2025, expert has reached a key strategic milestone: the complete conversion of the SAP core systems to SAP S/4HANA ensures long-term support, technological sustainability and the stability of central business processes.

 

The migration was implemented according to plan, in a controlled manner and without any operational risks. An example of Suite & Simple: complexity was reduced, existing investments were secured and the basis for a future-proof SAP S/4HANA landscape was created.

Customer Benefits

Go-live within the planned timeframe and without affecting the operating business
A future-proof ERP platform with SAP HANA database and technology
Significantly simplified system architecture and modernized data model
Improved performance and stability
Solid basis for further innovations (e.g. analytics, automation, supply chain optimization)
Connection to the many functions of the SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP) including the possibility of developing AI functionalities
expert_Jessica Daeves and Christian Schatter

Thanks to our long-standing partner Arvato Systems, the project was successfully implemented on time and within budget. We would also like to emphasize the implementation by a strong expert team, which, in addition to project responsibility, also ensured the stable operation of day-to-day business.

Project overview

Initial situation

Expert Warenvertrieb GmbH operated a mature, business-critical SAP ERP landscape (DEV/QS/PROD) that mapped central processes in logistics, finance and controlling and supplied peripheral systems. With the foreseeable end of maintenance of the SAP Business Suite and increasing demands on stability, performance and future viability, a fundamental strategic decision had to be made: Transform the existing system to make it future-proof without jeopardizing ongoing operations.

Vision

A stable, modern and expandable ERP platform on SAP S/4HANA that ensures long-term SAP support, increases performance, minimizes risks for day-to-day business and serves as a foundation for further innovations such as analytics, automation and supply chain optimization.

Solution

Together with Arvato Systems, expert deliberately opted for a brownfield system conversion to SAP Activate. This approach made it possible to transfer the existing SAP ERP system technically and professionally to SAP S/4HANA while protecting investments in processes, custom code and integration. We accompanied readiness and simplification checks, prepared custom code in a structured manner and introduced an embedded SAP Fiori environment. A dedicated sandbox system enabled early quality assurance. Multi-stage tests and a controlled cutover strategy ensured a secure go-live.

Course of the Project

The implementation was characterized by a close and cooperative partnership between expert and Arvato Systems. The basis for this was a jointly agreed and consistently adhered to project plan and schedule, which ensured a high level of planning reliability across all project phases. Short communication and decision-making channels enabled rapid coordination and efficient management of the project. The early and continuous involvement of key users from the specialist departments also ensured that the existing expert business processes were mapped completely and stably under SAP S/4HANA.

About expert

Headquartered in Langenhagen, expert SE is a retail group for consumer electronics, information technology, telecommunications, entertainment and household appliances. True to the brand claim "With the best recommendations", expert stands for the highest level of service and consulting expertise like no other electronics retailer. For over 14,000 employees throughout Germany, expert is a strong and reliable employer. In over 60 years of company history, expert has consolidated its strong position in the market and is now the second largest electronics retailer in Germany. For years, the expert Group has recorded business results that are above the industry average. The expert Group is represented at more than 4,000 locations in a total of 22 countries.

Your Contact for Questions about our Solutions

MA_Commerce_Pascal Leppich
Pascal Leppich
Expert for SAP Cloud ERP