SAP is short for Systems, Applications and Products in data processing. SAP combines database management and human resources software management with business training for employees to help companies achieve their goals faster with a staff trained to use this software.
Well known firms that use SAP HANA include ConAgra, BASF North America, Audi AG, Burger King and Citrix, among many others. These are just a few of the hundreds of thousands of companies that power their businesses with SAP enterprise resource planning software.
SAP is one of the biggest and highest paid areas of specialisation within the industry.
Like Microsoft, SAP is an IT company specialising in developing business software. As an SAP expert, you’ll be able to work in a wide number of roles which involve advising on and installing SAP software for a range of organisations.
You’ll need to know all of the SAP products and solutions before you can become an SAP expert. This is essential for you to be able to advise clients on what would be best for their requirements.
The skills employers will look for will vary depending on the role, but they will typically be looking for:
Depending on your level of experience and responsibility you could become an SAP consultant, project manager, analyst, technician or trainer, similar to many roles found within other areas of IT.