Al-Futtaim and SNP achieve seamless S/4HANA conversion in record time

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SNP (symbol: SNPPF) announced successful delivery of a complex SAP S/4HANA conversion for Al-Futtaim Automotive, completing a 16-terabyte ECC-to-S/4HANA migration as part of RISE with SAP.

The project went live in August 2025, executed with IBM Consulting and SNP's Kyano CrystalBridge Transformation DTS using Near-Zero Downtime; the technical downtime totaled 30.5 hours and the migration finished ahead of schedule. SNP reported EUR 254.8 million revenue in fiscal 2024 and highlights the engagement as a benchmark for large-scale SAP migrations.

Positive

• 16 TB ECC-to-S/4HANA conversion completed
• Migration finished ahead of schedule in August 2025
• Near-Zero Downtime using Kyano: 30.5 hours technical downtime
• Executed in partnership with IBM Consulting
• EUR 254.8M revenue reported for 2024 (company scale)

Negative

• Technical downtime of 30.5 hours was required during go-live

• Successful go-live of Al-Futtaim (AFG) Automotive's complex 16 TB ECC to S/4HANA transformation project in August 2025 as part of the RISE with SAP program
• SNP's Kyano CrystalBridge Transformation DTS technology enabled the conversion of multiple clients and business modules using Near-Zero Downtime (NZD) with only 30.5 hours of downtime
• Project sets new benchmarks for future large-scale SAP migrations across finance and automotive industries

HEIDELBERG, Germany and DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SNP SE, a leading software provider for digital transformation, automated data migration, and data management in SAP environment, has successfully delivered a complex SAP S/4HANA transformation project for Al-Futtaim, one of the Middle East's most diversified and respected family-owned businesses. The project was executed in close collaboration with IBM Consulting, the system integration partner for AFG.

As part of its broader digital transformation strategy, Al-Futtaim Automotive, a division of Al-Futtaim, partnered with SNP and IBM to modernize and future-proof its SAP environment. The project involved converting a 16-terabyte SAP ECC system to SAP S/4HANA, an initiative of significant scale and complexity. Despite this, the transformation was completed ahead of schedule in August 2025, with only 30.5 hours of technical downtime.

"This project showcases what can be achieved when deep expertise and partnership come together," says Jens Amail, CEO of SNP SE. "I am humbled to meet our partners at Al-Futtaim Group here in Dubai to celebrate this milestone together. Their trust in SNP underscores our commitment to the region, supporting their growth journey as they embrace digital transformation."

Himanshu Shrivastava, Chief Technology Officer of Al-Futtaim, comments: "This transformation represents a critical enabler of Al-Futtaim's long-term strategic agenda. By establishing a unified SAP S/4HANA digital core, we are strengthening the foundations of our enterprise, enhancing data-driven decision-making, and positioning our businesses to scale with greater agility. This milestone reflects our commitment to building a future-ready organization powered by strong partnerships and world-class technology."

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About SNP

SNP (XETRA: SHF.DE) is the global technology platform leader and trusted partner for companies seeking unparalleled data-enabled transformation capabilities and business agility. SNP's Kyano platform integrates all necessary capabilities and partner offerings to provide a comprehensive software-based experience in data migration and management. Combined with the Bluefield approach, Kyano sets a comprehensive industry standard for restructuring and modernizing SAP-centric IT landscapes faster and more securely while harnessing data-driven innovations.

The company works with more than 3,000 customers of all sizes and in all industries in over 80 countries, including numerous DAX 40 and Fortune 500 companies. The SNP Group has more than 1,600 employees worldwide at over 36 locations in 23 countries. The company is headquartered in Heidelberg, Germany, and generated revenues of EUR 254.8 million in the 2024 fiscal year.

More information is available at www.snpgroup.com 

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E-mail: michelle.janz@snpgroup.com 

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E-mail: paola.krauss@snpgroup.com

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FAQ

What did SNP announce about the Al-Futtaim S/4HANA migration (SNPPF) on December 4, 2025?

SNP announced it delivered a 16-terabyte ECC-to-S/4HANA migration for Al-Futtaim Automotive that went live in August 2025 with 30.5 hours of technical downtime.

How much downtime occurred during Al-Futtaim's S/4HANA conversion led by SNP (SNPPF)?

The conversion used Near-Zero Downtime methodology and recorded 30.5 hours of technical downtime.

When was the Al-Futtaim S/4HANA go-live completed and which partners were involved (SNPPF)?

The go-live completed in August 2025, executed by SNP with system integration partner IBM Consulting.

What technology did SNP use for the large SAP migration announced December 4, 2025 (SNPPF)?

SNP used its Kyano CrystalBridge Transformation DTS platform and Near-Zero Downtime approach for the conversion.

Does the announcement state SNP's company scale or recent revenue (SNPPF)?

Yes; SNP reported EUR 254.8 million in revenue for the 2024 fiscal year.