The SAP Accelerated Implementation Methodology leverages SAP's 30-plus years of experience working with industrial manufacturing companies to efficiently implement solutions with the kind of robust, industry-specific functionality that customers demand. The program enables an SAP solution to be deployed in as few as 16 weeks, in accordance with a predetermined budget and with minimal disruption to business processes.

SAP Solution Manager is a centralized, robust solution management toolset that facilitates technical support for distributed systems. Functionality covers all key aspects of solution deployment, operation, and continuous improvement. It also combines tools, content, and direct access to SAP to increase the reliability of solutions and lower the total cost of ownership.