In the contemporary business software environment, and especially in the enterprise solutions market, it is no longer an option to produce quality products quickly. It is a must. CI/CD (Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery) is a method that allows companies to do the above by automating and simplifying the software development as well as the deploying processes. In the SAP setting, this innovative approach helps organizations transform their processes, eliminate inefficiencies and foster creative development.
The current post highlights key aspects of SAP CI/CD model, main advantages, and how VSD Technologies Pvt. Ltd. assists in establishing tailored CI/CD pipelines for your SAP environment.
What is SAP CI/CD?
Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD) refers to software development processes that enhance coordination, shorten release time, and provide the high quality of released products by means of automation:
Continuous Integration (CI)
CI means that every code change in a shared code repository is integrated automatically. As testing is done automatically, any problems are fixed before sticking any new code, as a result the code repository is clean and working at all times.
Continuous Delivery (CD)
CD is the next step of CI, by adding process of the release automation. When the code changes are tested, they are safely pushed to production or pre-production environments without the need for human intervention.
When deployed in SAP environments, the tools and practices of CI/CD allow for the uninterrupted development and deployment of customizations, applications, and updates so that the SAP landscapes remain in synch with the changing requirements of the business.
Why Implement CI/CD in SAP?
As you may know, SAP development cycles have been historically long and manual processes oriented, often delaying work processes and introducing errors. The logical way of approaching SAP evolution is CI/CD because it brings about the following:
Automation – reducing manual efforts during testing, integration and deployment.
Consistency – every change is executed the same way in all the environments.
Speed – shortening the release cycle and making it responsive to the business processes.
Benefits of SAP CI/CD
Shorter Time-to-marketing
With the processes of integration, testing and deployment being automated, such activities could be simplified by allowing faster releases of features and updates before competitors do.
Higher Standards of Delivery
Issues are narrowed down through continuous testing, which is less invasive, thus decreasing the incidence of bugs and bettering the quality of each release.
CI/CD Teams for Enhanced Collaboration
Do not place limitations in the organization of the development and operational departments. integrate CI/CD and get rid of the extra layers in the operational processes.
Reduced Expenses
Costs in SAP development and maintenance are constrained due to fewer man-hours engaged as a result of minimizing manual processes through the incorporation of ICT techniques.
Adapting to Growth
CI/CD pipeline service is a need that can grow in tandem to fit the business growing needs, so your SAP systems will be capable of coping with growth uncertainties and high demands.
Choosing The Right Tools for Implementation of CI/CD in SAP
Following are haw some of the tools can be used as part if the SAP CI/CD pipeline process:
SAP Business Application studio
This is a tool which is predominantly designed for cloud use to assist the development of SAP application including working with CI/CD pipelines.
Jenkins
Is a tool that is free source in nature enabling users to create and enhance processes of package shippings in both SAP and not SAP territories.
Git
It is a source code management system that allows developers to track the changes made to their code and also allows them to work on their code together with other developers.
Docker and Kubernetes
Used for containerization and orchestration purposes for the purpose of maintaining uniformity in the environments used in development, testing and production.
How VSD Technologies Can Help with SAP CI/CD
VSD Technologies Pvt. Ltd., being an SAP Gold Partner, helps businesses deploy continuous integration and deployment adopts for SAP systems. We assist our clients from the point of view of designing CI/CD pipelines to implementing the respective tools and processes management across your business in a very streamlined way.
We work in partnership with clients to:
Provide automation of SAP business processes to enhance service delivery and productivity.
Embed Jenkins, Git, Docker and other tools into your SAP landscape
Ongoing maintenance and enhancement of the new system for a better outcome after implementation.
With help of VSD Technologies, you cover every aspect of endless possibilities that CI/CD using SAP concepts offer for your organization, thus letting your business grow with minimum risk, innovate at higher speed and accomplish its objectives.
Are you ready to apply CI/CD principles and practices to your SAP development processes? Get in touch with VSD Technologies Pvt. Ltd. now to find out how we can help you speed up your innovation, enhance quality and cut down costs.
