CANCOM Managed SAP on Azure
Your SAP infrastructure for the future
The move to the public cloud is usually driven by clear goals: higher flexibility and scalability than in-house operations – and lower, pay-as-you-go costs. For example, are you planning an SAP conversion and then running your SAP landscape your SAP landscape in the public cloud?
The problem with reducing costs is that Infrastructure as a Service is typically not a turnkey solution. Instead, it requires considerable configuration and management effort. Moreover, the operation of business-critical SAP environments also demands extensive expertise. Opt for SAP Basis operation with CANCOM Managed SAP on Azure – so that you can actually achieve your efficiency goals when moving to the public cloud!
We provide high availability
Many organizations need to increase the availability of their ERP system, especially if it runs production planning and control. Don’t take any risks when running SAP:
Implement a Standard or High Availability System.
With a high availability architecture, we set up the SAP environment to be mirrored in a 2nd Azure region in Northern Europe.
This covers the SAP HANA database and the SAP application server, including the associated disks.
Benefit from our consumption expertise
What compute resources, in which Azure regions, with what server availabilities would be optimal for your business? And what if you are not using Microsoft SQL Server? Where do you get a backup solution for the database? Since this is not pre-built in the Azure toolkit, but has to be created by you, do you have the necessary know-how, e.g. in terms of backup cycles? If not, CANCOM’s XaaS/Managed Services offerings are the perfect choice!
IT Governance: Permanent control of your applications and data
One of the most important and challenging tasks is to ensure seamless IT governance. For example, if the accounts of employees who have left the company are not promptly deleted, this quickly creates an open security flank that can be exploited by hackers. It is therefore essential that all cloud services are used securely and compliantly at all times. We can help you implement a comprehensive IT governance strategy – from implementation to operations. We work with you to define the basic rules. We then use powerful tools to implement and monitor the defined rules. All processes are highly automated for maximum efficiency.
Two decades of SAP operations experience
As a certified SAP partner, we have more than 20 years of experience running mission-critical SAP landscapes for customers in a wide range of industries. With our expertise, we plan, implement, and operate the SAP on Azure environment in close collaboration with your team. Whether it is the SAP Basis operation for a complete S4/HANA environment after a conversion project or just the operation of an SAP HANA database as an intermediate step in the conversion.
Other key SAP services from CANCOM
1. SAP Hosting
SLA-based 24×7 operation in the CANCOM SAP-certified high-security data center, optionally backed up by a 2nd DC and with networking as an end-to-end solution.
2. SAP Consulting and Licensing
Consulting on SAP S/4HANA, SAP on-premises services, SAP infrastructure concepts, SAP project delivery, SAP strategy and licensing.
3. SAP Remote Operation
Hybrid infrastructures or on-premises operation in your own data center with remote management by certified CANCOM specialists.
4. SAP Archive as a Service
Tax-compliant archiving of your SAP data using CANCOM cloud solution in the certified and redundantly secured high-security data center of CANCOM.
Workshop: Your Roadmap to SAP S/4HANA
Are you looking for support in finding the best path to SAP S/4HANA, optimizing your SAP infrastructure, and selecting the best possible sourcing model?
In a half-day workshop, which we conduct together with an SAP-certified consulting partner, we analyze the status quo together with you. We use special analysis tools developed by SAP, such as the SAP Readiness Check.
In another one-day workshop, we create a roadmap tailored to your company’s needs: In which steps should the conversion to S/4HANA take place? How can the conversion process be kept as lean as possible? And which sourcing model is best for your scenario?
All CANCOM SAP Managed Services incorporate our know-how and many years of experience in the operation of business-critical SAP environments – you can rely on it. SAP itself has confirmed this by appointing CANCOM an SAP Partner – certified in Hosting Operations for the tenth time. As one of the few SAP partners in Germany, CANCOM was even awarded a gold certificate. Further information can be found on the official SAP blog: Gold Certificate for CANCOM for 10th Certification as SAP Outsourcing Partner | SAP Blogs
Also worth reading is this article on our blog cancom.info, which looks at market developments from the perspective of SAP users: “S/4HANA will be the future basis for running SAP applications”.
How can CANCOM Managed Azure Services help you?
In addition to basic cloud operations with CANCOM Managed SAP on Azure, CANCOM Managed Azure Services provides you with a comprehensive portfolio of solutions – from infrastructure and identity management to databases and virtual workstations – for the secure, efficient and flexible operation of your cloud services.
The landing zone provides the essential infrastructure for running your applications on Azure. To help you make the most of the public cloud, we will set up important parameters such as access rights and virtual network management before you start operating. We focus on governance, security, identity, networks, virtual machines and containers, storage, and operating systems.
Our Cross Functional Services form an integral part of our managed services, ensuring the reliable operation of cross-departmental processes, regardless of the technologies involved. These include central services such as the service desk, service delivery management and reporting within the CANCOM ITSM system. We also offer third-party management, monitoring-as-a-service, and advanced SLA management. All of our services are based on a certified governance model (ISO/IEC 20000-1, ISO 9001 and ISO 27001) and adhere to ITIL processes. Our goal is to provide transparent, scalable and secure operational management that focuses on efficiency, quality and customer orientation.
Our managed databases enable companies to manage their data securely and efficiently without having to worry about infrastructure. Developers and administrators can concentrate fully on data modelling and analysis, while CANCOM takes care of operational management.
Platform operations
Mobile and location-independent working is now standard practice. As a Microsoft Azure partner, CANCOM offers a turnkey virtual workplace. The service provides companies with a flexible and modern workplace architecture that guarantees secure access to all relevant applications and data – regardless of device, location or time. CANCOM takes care of operating the necessary infrastructure and reliably provides all the required resources.
Baseline, enhanced baseline
CANCOM Managed Identity enables secure and scalable management of digital identities in hybrid IT environments. The service includes a baseline version and an enhanced baseline version with automated lifecycle management, role-based access controls and integration with Microsoft Entra. The aim is to enhance the security, compliance and efficiency of identity management – especially for companies with complex cloud and on-premises structures. CANCOM assumes operational responsibility and ensures seamless integration into existing platforms. The service is part of the comprehensive managed services portfolio and supports customers in implementing modern zero-trust strategies.
Workload operations capabilities
Operating SAP environments in the cloud requires specialist knowledge and careful configuration. With CANCOM Managed SAP on Azure, we take care of the basic operation of your SAP systems, reduce your workload and ensure you achieve your efficiency goals when switching to the public cloud.