SAP procure-to-pay solutions recognized by Gartner
For the fifth consecutive time, SAP has been named a Leader with the SAP Ariba and SAP Fieldglass integrated solutions in the Gartner 2020 Magic Quadrant for Procure-to-Pay Suites. For this report, Gartner evaluated 14 procure-to-pay software vendors based on completeness of vision and ability to execute.
Gartner also scored SAP highest for the Services Focused Use Case (4.32/5), and among the highest two for Indirect Procurement Focus (4.15/5), Direct Materials Focused (4.08/5), and Complex Environment Focused Use Cases (4.04/5), in the 2020 Critical Capabilities for Procure-to-Pay Suites report.
SAP Ariba named a Customers' Choice
SAP Ariba has received 2021 Gartner Peer Insights Customers’ Choice recognition for procure-to-pay suites. We believe this reflects the enhanced value and outcomes customers realize through our deep commitment to a customer-first approach that supports every digital transformation stage. Here’s a sample of the quotes Gartner gathered from SAP customers.


The intelligent way to move your business forward faster
We believe our Leader positioning, Critical Capabilities Use Case scores, and Customers’ Choice recognition are the result of our focus on customer success and intelligent, innovative solutions that support procurement transformation through:
Outcome-based customer listening program
We continually gather, analyze, and act upon customer feedback through a comprehensive, closed-loop process to drive steady improvement and create an exceptional customer experience.
One place to manage all spend
Organizations have centralized visibility and control over all spend categories worldwide, including direct, indirect, services, and MRO purchases.
End-to-end business process integration
Across SAP procurement applications, SAP S/4HANA, and third-party solutions and systems, integration drives seamless workflows, removes silos, and eliminates redundant activities.
Smart, persona-based guided buying
Intelligent technology streamlines tasks, tailors content, and automates approvals and compliance so users can make the best choices in the least amount of time.
Expansive partner ecosystem
More than 21,100 experts leverage our open, extensible platform to deliver resources that help customers meet goals and achieve spend management success.
Deep, dynamic network collaboration
Trading partners and teams collaborate on Ariba Network, where real-time data sharing, digitized transactions, and diverse supplier services enable 5.5 million companies to conduct US$3.84 trillion in commerce annually.
Global expertise and operations
Availability in more than 190 countries and 24 languages, built-in tax and regulatory compliance, and unlimited supplier and catalog enablement help optimize results and accelerate ROI.
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SAP Ariba Buying and Invoicing is a best-in-class, easy-to-use procure-to-pay solution that helps companies effectively manage all spend-related processes and ensure negotiated savings reach the bottom line.
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Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Procure-to-Pay Suites, 19 October 2020, Kaitlynn Sommers, Micky Keck, William McNeill, Tim Faith
Gartner, Critical Capabilities for Procure-to-Pay Suites, Micky Keck, William McNeill, Kaitlynn Sommers, Tim Faith, 2 November 2020
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