As the end-of-support timeline for SAP Solution Manager (SolMan) draws closer, companies worldwide face a pivotal moment: transitioning their application lifecycle management (ALM) to the cloud. SAP Cloud ALM is positioned as the strategic successor to SolMan, designed to align with SAP’s broader shift toward cloud-first innovation. However, this isn’t a simple lift-and-shift—it's a transformation that demands a thoughtful technical strategy.
For organizations with complex IT landscapes, legacy systems, or hybrid environments, the migration introduces new challenges and opportunities. From adapting monitoring and integration tools to reevaluating change management workflows, technical teams must prepare for a paradigm shift in how SAP systems are supported and optimized.
In this blog post, we’ll explore some of these challenges, as well as a special upcoming opportunity for all SolMan users.
Technical Highlights and Considerations:
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Hybrid Environment Management:
Managing both cloud-based and on-premise landscapes introduces complexity. SAP Cloud ALM is optimized for cloud solutions, yet certain hybrid and legacy scenarios may require additional tools or custom integrations. -
Advanced Monitoring Capabilities:
SAP Cloud ALM provides comprehensive, near real-time monitoring for cloud-based SAP applications. However, capabilities for legacy systems, particularly NetWeaver Java stacks and non-HANA database platforms, are currently limited, necessitating supplementary solutions. -
Change and Release Management:
Unlike SolMan's comprehensive ChaRM module, SAP Cloud ALM offers streamlined processes suited primarily to cloud-native environments. Enterprises reliant on extensive change and release functionalities may need to incorporate third-party tools. -
Integration and API Management:
Ensuring smooth data flow between SAP and non-SAP systems is critical. While SAP Cloud ALM provides pre-configured APIs for many SAP cloud products, complex hybrid landscapes often benefit from middleware solutions or complementary platforms like IT-Conductor.
Bridging Technical Gaps with IT-Conductor
To address the limitations and optimize your hybrid or legacy SAP environment:
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Advanced Automation: Leverage IT-Conductor to automate system refreshes, patch management, and repetitive operational tasks.
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Integrated IT Service Management: Extend your ITSM capabilities beyond native Cloud ALM offerings.
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Enhanced Legacy System Monitoring: Gain visibility into legacy SAP systems with IT-Conductor’s comprehensive monitoring solutions.
Join the Technical Webinar
Dive deeper into these technical topics and more by attending our upcoming webinar where you’ll learn:
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Key differences between SAP Solution Manager and SAP Cloud ALM.
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Proven strategies to ensure a seamless migration.
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Practical ways complementary tools like IT-Conductor can bridge functionality gaps, including advanced automation, monitoring, and ITSM.
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Insights from members of the SAP community
As a special bonus, all attendees will receive a detailed technical whitepaper outlining best practices and actionable steps for the migration.
Equip yourself with the technical knowledge to ensure your ALM migration is seamless and effective.
