Top 5 New Use Cases Every ProcessWeaver for SAP Customer Should Be Taking Advantage Of

As the end of mainstream support for SAP ECC in 2027 draws closer, roughly one in three SAP customers have already upgraded to SAP S/4HANA. For everyone else, the burning question is: How do I prepare for what’s next without disrupting what I have now?

That move to S/4HANA is a big one (no doubt about it), but it’s also a great time to refresh and modernize your other supply chain management tools and processes. In this case, your multi-carrier shipping operations. We're here to help with ProcessWeaver for SAP by Elemica—alongside our amazing team of professional services experts. And, there are some powerful enhancements to the platform that every logistics team can take advantage of - before, during, and after your SAP S/4HANA migration. Let’s walk through five use cases that highlight how ProcessWeaver for SAP customers can enhance your systems and processes and help you remain competitive.

1. Advanced Routing Guides: Centralized, Optimized Carrier + Service Levels

Shipping mistakes and compliance issues are costly, both financially and reputationally. Advanced routing addresses these challenges by introducing flexible, rules-based carrier selection directly within SAP. With ProcessWeaver, you can:

• Automatically select carriers based on criteria such as destination, weight, and specific customer requirements.

• Ensure compliance with detailed shipping regulations to avoid penalties and delays.

• Streamline operations with self-service functionality, reducing manual intervention and errors.

By eliminating manual steps and automating carrier selection, intelligent routing provides a reliable way to handle shipping complexities. Businesses can reduce errors, improve compliance, and ensure deliveries align with operational and customer requirements.

2. Real-Time Shipment Visibility: Delivering Transparency

Customers expect transparency throughout the shipping process. ProcessWeaver for SAP’s visibility functionality provides businesses with real-time tracking and updates tied directly to sales orders. That means that you can:

• Proactively monitor shipments using integrated API and EDI carrier connections.

• Resolve delivery issues quickly with accurate, up-to-the-minute data.

• Keep customers informed with consistent updates on shipment progress.

With immediate access to shipment data and status updates, businesses can maintain better control over logistics, reduce disruptions, and exceed customer expectations for transparency and communication.

3. Advanced Rate Shopping: Reducing Costs and Supporting Sustainability

Managing transportation costs can be complex, but advanced rate shopping simplifies the process by finding the most economical and efficient carrier options. Rate shopping allows you to:

• Automatically identify the best-fit carrier and transportation mode based on business rules.

• Reduce freight expenses while maintaining high service levels.

• Support sustainability goals by prioritizing eco-friendly shipping methods and consolidated routes.

Advanced rate shopping empowers businesses with the insights needed to make smarter, faster shipping decisions. Additionally, advanced rate shopping aligns cost savings with operational efficiency and sustainability goals, allowing companies to stay competitive without compromising on quality or values.

4. Enhanced Freight Auditing: Ensuring Invoice Accuracy

Freight charges can quickly become a source of inefficiency and overpayment without proper validation. Enhanced freight auditing equips businesses with the tools to thoroughly review carrier invoices, maintain control over costs, and:

• Audit 100% of carrier invoices digitally, ensuring accuracy before payment.

• Integrate seamlessly with SAP to simplify payment processes.

• Address discrepancies with actionable dashboards and automated resolution workflows.

Enhanced freight auditing transforms invoice validation into a seamless and efficient process. With every invoice checked for accuracy and discrepancies resolved swiftly, businesses can protect their bottom line and maintain positive relationships with carriers.

5. Inbound Supplier Transportation Management: Gaining Control of Inbound Logistics

Many businesses struggle with managing inbound shipments from suppliers, leading to unnecessary costs and delays. ProcessWeaver for SAP’s inbound supplier transportation tools helps companies better coordinate these critical logistics.

• Collaborate with suppliers in real time through a centralized platform.

• Enforce routing compliance to prevent unexpected upcharges or shipment errors.

• Monitor inbound shipments to improve inventory planning and resource allocation.

By bringing clarity and control to inbound logistics, businesses can minimize costs, streamline collaboration with suppliers, and gain valuable insights into their supply chain. This capability ensures smoother operations and greater alignment between supply and demand.

Unlocking the Full Potential of SAP S/4HANA

A migration to SAP S/4HANA is more than just a system upgrade—it’s an opportunity to transform your business. Through simplified processes, enhanced visibility, and scalable, future-ready solutions, ProcessWeaver for SAP empowers logistics and operations teams to achieve measurable results.

With these advanced capabilities, businesses can optimize their operations, ensure compliance, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. More importantly, they’ll gain the agility and confidence to navigate today’s challenges while preparing for tomorrow’s opportunities.

Discover how ProcessWeaver can transform your supply chain operations and unlock new levels of efficiency and growth. Contact us today to take the next step in your SAP S/4HANA journey.