SAP for Apparel & Footwear (AFS) Customers List: FAQs
What is SAP for Apparel & Footwear AFS?
SAP for Apparel & Footwear (AFS) is an end-to-end industry solution from SAP that helps apparel, footwear, and accessories companies digitally transform their businesses. It provides capabilities for design and product development, sourcing and supplier collaboration, inventory and supply chain management, sales and distribution, retail and wholesale planning, manufacturing, and more.
How does SAP AFS help apparel and footwear companies?
SAP AFS helps apparel, footwear, and accessories companies in several key ways: Accelerate product lifecycle management from design to retail. Improve sourcing, supplier collaboration, and quality control. Gain real-time visibility into inventory across the supply chain. Optimize supply chain planning, execution, and logistics. Increase speed and flexibility in manufacturing. Enhance merchandising, assortment planning, and omni-channel retail. Utilize advanced analytics for better forecasting and replenishment.
What are the key capabilities and benefits of SAP AFS?
Key capabilities and benefits of SAP AFS include: Digital product development for faster design cycles. Collaborative sourcing and supplier management. Integrated business planning for inventory optimization. Demand-driven supply chain management. Omni-channel order management and POS. Merchandise financial planning for optimized assortments. Digital asset management and 360-degree view of products. Manufacturing flexibility through connective planning. Prescriptive analytics and machine learning.
What business processes are covered by SAP AFS?
SAP AFS covers end-to-end business processes for apparel and footwear companies: Product Development: Design, sampling, costing, compliance, etc. Sourcing: Vendor collaboration, quality assurance, procurement. Planning: Demand planning, supply planning, S&OP, inventory optimization. Supply Chain: Manufacturing, distribution, logistics, warehouse management. Retail: Merchandising, store operations, omni-channel management. Consumer Engagement: B2B ecommerce, B2C commerce, marketing. Aftersales: Returns management, repair and overhaul services.
How does SAP AFS integrate with other SAP solutions?
SAP AFS seamlessly integrates with other SAP solutions and technologies: SAP S/4HANA - For core ERP and finance capabilities. SAP Integrated Business Planning - For demand-driven planning. SAP Customer Experience - For marketing, sales, commerce. SAP Ariba - For sourcing, procurement and supplier collaboration. SAP Logistics Business Network - For logistics execution and visibility. SAP Analytics Cloud - For reporting, dashboards and analysis.
What industries use SAP AFS?
SAP AFS is designed for apparel, footwear, and accessories companies across: Fashion and luxury brands. Fast fashion and discount retailers. Sportswear and outdoor brands. Uniforms and workwear manufacturers. Footwear designers and retailers. Accessories companies (bags, jewelry, eyewear etc).
What types of companies use SAP AFS?
SAP AFS supports a diverse range of apparel and footwear companies: Global fashion brands and retailers. Regional chains and independent retailers. Multi-channel brands with online and brick-and-mortar. Manufacturers, wholesalers and distributors. Vertically integrated companies. Small businesses and startups.
What makes SAP AFS different from other solutions?
SAP AFS is differentiated from other solutions in several ways: Comprehensive end-to-end capabilities on one platform. Deep industry-specific functionality out-of-the-box. Pre-configured best practices for rapid implementation. Continuous innovation and enhancement. Lower TCO compared to custom solutions. Leverages latest technologies like AI, ML and IoT. Market-leading customer base and experience.
How can I learn more about SAP AFS?
There are several ways to learn more about SAP AFS: Visit the SAP AFS product webpage on sap.com Read SAP AFS solution briefs and whitepapers. Join a live demo webinar hosted by SAP or a partner. Speak to an SAP representative about your specific needs. Attend SAP customer events such as SAPPHIRE. Join SAP Community forums to ask questions and interact with experts.
