SAP reveals All-in-One upgrade

SAP AG has kicked off the next stage of its initiative to capture the hearts and wallets of mid-market organizations by revealing details of the next version of its All-in-One solution, which is based on mySAP ERP 2005 and sets the baseline for SAP's next-generation technology.

Expected in mid-2007, the company was non-committal in terms of the actual release date and said it would be introduced worldwide throughout 2007. In the light of lower-than-expected license revenues for the first quarter, the company needs something fresh to invigorate license sales, and the mid-market offering is the most likely candidate.

The suite will act as a showcase for SAP's SOA design work because in addition to being built on mySAP ERP 2005 and NetWeaver, which embody SAP's enterprise SOA approach, the new All-in-One will also feature SAP's promised new interface, which is designed to be more PC-like and easier to navigate, as well as streamlined business scenarios, enhanced analytical reporting, and integrated CRM functionality.

With 9,000 existing All-in-One customers, SAP is anxious not to frighten them off, while simultaneously encouraging them to upgrade to the new version, so it is describing the new All-in-One as the SOA entry point for mid-market companies.

SAP is also introducing a series of programs and tools to make it easier for its partners to transition existing All-in-One implementations to the new version and build new functionality for vertical market segments. The company hopes to address the needs of micro verticals through its partners.

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