Situation

A global furniture manufacturer was in the process of migrating all of its U.S. locations from SAP ECC 7.0 to S/4 Hana — a major initiative driven by the upcoming end-of-support for ECC in 2027. While the migration promised benefits like enhanced performance, improved user experience, and modernized business functionality, it also created immediate staffing challenges.

The organization needed highly specialized SAP talent across different niche areas but faced uncertainty around the project’s evolving needs, length, and complexity. They required a staffing solution that offered both flexibility and cost-efficiency while ensuring access to deep technical expertise.

Solution

EG delivered a flexible talent solution, providing three experienced SAP contractors focused on critical specialty areas for the migration. They provided expert guidance on project direction, greenfield insights to address skill gaps, and hands-on technical support to accelerate key phases. By also leading communication and training efforts with business users, our contractors helped streamline adoption and improved overall project outcomes.

Results

• Reduced project timelines by several weeks in key areas
• Delivered high quality contractors who were converted to full-time staff, promoted or received extended contracts
• Our dedicated resources were integrated swiftly, with comprehensive background checks completed within two weeks from the offer date. This efficient onboarding minimized concerns related to long-term commitment, unemployment risks, payroll overhead, and benefits management.