Are you concerned your organisation lacks S/4HANA migration experience?
You’re not alone - 63% of organisations worry that a lack of available skills will slow down their move to S/4HANA.
That’s why we created the UKISUG S/4HANA Academy - training designed by customers, for customers, delivered by a user community with 30+ years of SAP experience (and the battle scars to prove it!).
Who is the S/4HANA Academy aimed at?
The Academy content is highly tailored to meet the needs of a range of different user personas. If you are an IT Project Management, a Database Admin, an Infrastructure Lead, a Developer, Basis Specialist, Enterprise Architect or a Business Analyst, then this course is for you.
The S/4HANA Academy aims to address:
- A lack of alignment in current training materials
- Gaps within existing content
- Insufficient hands-on training – 86% of organisations say insufficient hands-on training prevents them from maximising their SAP investments
Through working closely with the UKISUG user and partner community, our S/4HANA Academy offers a one-stop shop to upskill, reskill and develop the next-generation of SAP talent.
Ready to go ahead, then book your place or enquire for more information:
Module Leads
Chris Haigh
Chris Haigh is a highly experienced SAP Risk, Security and Controls Architect, having worked in this area for over 26 years, both as an end-user in Banking, Foodservices and FMCG organisations, and currently with Turnkey Consulting, but with time at Axon Solutions and Atos Origin.
He has deployed SAP on R/3 (4.0B - 4.7), ECC5 & 6, and S/4HANA (1709 through to 2023) on premise and cloud, using Fiori and BTP / SAP Build Work Zone.
Having worked in a few end-user organisations, Chris values customer collaboration, and has been a long-time supporter of the UK & Ireland SAP User Group and served as co-chair of the ACS SIG for several years.
Michael Healey
Wayne Johncock
Wayne is CEO and founder of SALACA, a management consultancy company with special interests in business transformation, big programme delivery and stabilisation, innovation and emerging technologies.
While his speciality is in the Utilities and Energy sectors – advising some of the largest companies in the sector globally on strategy, roll out and technology roadmaps, he has also advised large companies in the transport, retail and manufacturing industries
Joga Kang
Joga is currently Senior SAP MDG Functional Consultant with a wide range of skills focusing primarily in the area of Master Data Governance. He has 20+ years of SAP experience in a number of industries working on multiple implementation projects in both S/4 HANA and ECC.
He has a proven track record of successfully delivering projects whilst fulfilling the role of implementing Master Data Governance tools (SAP MDG) and Migration projects. Joga also has experience of working within multiple responsibilities like Project Co-ordination, Business Analysis.
Michael Longden
Mike spent over 35 years in the SAP ecosystem, most of that time was spent working at SAP itself. He initially started at SAP in 1992 as a Basis Consultant and then subsequently moved on to run SAP Consulting Services in the UKI and for 5 years Ariba Services across EMEA.
For the last 10 years at SAP, Mike worked in the global and regional SAP S/4HANA COE, helping customers with their vision and strategy to move to SAP S/4HANA.
Michael's LinkedIn profile.
Gareth Ryan
I’ve worked with SAP for the best part of 3 decades, starting as a developer and spending much of my time since working in and around the leading edge of SAP technology.
For the past 10 years I’ve worked in and around the world of SAP S/4HANA based transformations, leading teams focused on the technology, innovation, and user experience of transformation programmes, whilst guiding organisations through the early phases of their strategic roadmaps.
I love technology, enjoy working with SAP and associated platforms, and most of all love learning and exploring new topics alongside my peers and friends in the SAP and technology space.With a varied career across big and small consultancies, I’m now enjoying life in a boutique business helping organisations map out their journeys to S/4HANA.
Richard Thomas
Richard is a Senior SAP Analytics Consultant at NTT DATA Business Solutions, based in London. With over 15 years of hands-on project experience, he specialises in SAP Business Intelligence and database technologies, delivering impactful solutions across sectors including retail, pharmaceuticals, aviation, and distribution.
Richard has led both full lifecycle implementations and focused engagements, leveraging tools such as SAP Datasphere, ABAP CDS Views, SAP Embedded Analytics, and SAP Analytics Cloud. His cross-industry expertise and deep understanding of both SAP and non-SAP ecosystems enable him to design and deliver robust, scalable analytics solutions.
In addition to his consulting work, Richard is a passionate trainer and mentor, known for translating complex technical concepts into practical, actionable insights.
FAQ's
What is the difference between the Academy and Learning Hub licence?
Learning Hub is an online-only platform with SAP-authored content that lacks real-life scenarios and best practices from actual implementations. The Academy, however, enables more personal networking with peers from other organisations, going beyond the limited interaction of Learning Hub's chat room.
Do the SAP Learning Hub licences, cover something similar in an online course format?
The SAP Learning Hub is primarily technical, providing access to SAP-specific training and enablement content, including courses, learning rooms and assessments. It focuses on developing skills relevant to SAP products and solutions. While it may touch upon non-technical business concepts within the context of SAP solutions, its core focus remains on technical skills and knowledge related to SAP systems, all taking place online.
Additionally, instructors in the Academy have many years’ real-life experience which can be leveraged.
Is the academy primarily aimed at organisations that have not yet undergone the transition to S/4HANA?
The academy is for those companies that are:
- Considering an implementation - Coming from ECC and upgrading to S/4HANA or new to SAP.
- In process of an implementation - Understand what a partner is talking about and ensure project is kept on time and in budget.
- Already implemented S/4 HANA
- For part of their business - Could have been a simple technical upgrade, or data migration or a partial upgrade of a particular part of the business.
- New members - Joining the team who need to be upskilled in the ways of S/4HANA.
Is Asset management or Ariba covered in any of the modules
Not specifically – however, as the instructors are experienced, you may be able to ask questions related to this topic.
Do you have a business case available so we can promote to management?
Yes, we can provide this on request.
Is the academy available online?
No, feedback from members during the pilot was the face-to-face element proved invaluable so they could learn from each other and ask unlimited questions of the instructors.
Is the academy only located in Birmingham?
The course venue and dates will be varied across the year for further convenience to our members.
Is accommodation available with my fee?
Yes, accommodation is included within the price of the Academy where there are consecutive course days.
I have no SAP experience but want to prepare for my team's upcoming transition responsibility. Are Modules 1-3 suitable for my business role, or would you recommend something else?
Absolutely, Modules 1-3 are specifically designed with professionals like you in mind, focusing on the business aspects of SAP implementations rather than technical details.
Modules 4-6 are tailored for technical roles within a project, covering the more specialised technical skills and configurations that developers and system administrators need.
Can I split the course between different colleagues to attend different modules?
Yes, you can!
You can send different members of your team to attend the different modules based on their skills and requirements (delegate details must be provided upon booking).
However, while single-module attendance is available, we highly recommend the full Academy Package for at least one person. Each module is designed to build on the previous one, ensuring a well-rounded and immersive learning experience.
Will meals be included in my price?
Tea, coffee and lunch are included on all course days. For courses with overnight stays, dinner at the hotel is also provided for the entire group to encourage additional networking opportunities.
Do I need to bring a laptop with me?
For Modules 1-3, bringing a laptop is advisable to enhance your learning experience, though it's not strictly required for participation.
For Modules 4-6, a laptop is mandatory as you'll need to actively access the training platform throughout the hands-on sessions. We recommend using Chrome browser for the best performance and compatibility when accessing the public site.