- Demand for SAP-related talent, particularly S/4HANA skills, is rising in the U.K.
- ISG report identifies Capgemini, Infosys, Wipro, and others as leaders in the SAP ecosystem.
- Service providers are focusing on specialized expertise to meet evolving client needs.
The U.K. market for SAP technology is witnessing a significant increase in demand for professionals skilled in S/4HANA, cloud technologies, artificial intelligence, and security, according to a new report by Information Services Group (ISG) (III, Financial). This trend is driven by the increasing complexity of SAP implementations and the need for faster returns on investment.
The ISG Provider Lensâ„¢ SAP Ecosystem report highlights that enterprises are opting for contract roles to meet the immediate needs of SAP implementations, focusing on cost optimization and critical roles in areas such as finance, logistics, and data migration. This cautious approach is attributed to economic uncertainties prompting strategic hiring practices.
As enterprises prepare for the end-of-life deadline for SAP’s Business Suite 7 applications on December 31, 2027, service providers are stepping up to offer specialized expertise and solutions. They are addressing challenges like business process optimization, robust security measures, and significant skills gaps by offering methodologies such as "bluefield" for selective data migration, and managed cloud services.
The report recognizes Capgemini, Infosys, Accenture, and Wipro as leaders in the SAP ecosystem, with other notable leaders including Atos, Cognizant, Deloitte, EY, HCLTech, and TCS. Wipro is also highlighted as the global ISG CX Star Performer for 2025, achieving the highest customer satisfaction scores, a testament to its strong customer engagement and experience strategies.
ISG's comprehensive analysis aids enterprises in selecting the right sourcing partners, emphasizing the importance of providers demonstrating their expertise in data migration and compliance. Additionally, the report observes that enterprises are exploring hybrid cloud strategies to gain greater control and mitigate concerns of vendor lock-in.
