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Slide 1: Fact Sheet Logistics Execution Mobile Data Collection Systems SAPConsole At LOGOS, we know every business has unique challenges in which they need to fit the right solution to the business environment needs. In the area of Mobile Data Collection Systems, we offer a complete portfolio of options available to you and experience and capability to suggest and implement the right solution. When connecting to SAP, their are four general types of technologies to choose from, and each with their benefits and limitations. SAP WebConsole ITSMobile So, what are each of these and which one is best for your application? External Satellite System Web Dynpro ■ One of the first steps is to come to a business strategy of what type of system is right for you. Here are some general questions in which we can cover with you. Should you pick an SAP solution or should you go with an external Satellite System? Do you need/want graphical displays? Do you want to utilize tools such as drop-down selection boxes? Are you trying to utilize existing old mobile data equipment which is character based? How many users will be utilizing the system? Do you need other systems integrated, such as labeling systems and equipment? What release of SAP do you have and are you planning on upgrading in the next few years? LOGOS Inc · 725 S Adams Rd, Suite 220, Birmingham, MI 48009, U.S.A. LOGOS GmbH · Landgraf-Friedrich-Straße 10, D-61381 Friedrichsdorf · Phone +49 (0)6172-7640-0 · Phone (248) 885 8980 info@LOGOS-logistics.com · www.LOGOS-logistics.com Unauthorized reproduction of this document or content is prohibited. SAP, SAP NetWeaver and other SAP products and services mentioned herein as well as their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of SAP AG in Germany and in several other countries all over the world.
Slide 2: Fact Sheet Logistics Execution g Comparison chart SAPConsole Programming Architecture Internal SAP ABAP Requires separate windows based machine for Telnet and SAP Console SAPConsole connections are basically SAP GUI dialog users. Telnet over TCP SAP WebConsole Internal SAP ABAP Requires separate windows based machine with IIS and SAP plug-in Uses web technology to handle sessions and user data ITSMobile Internal SAP ABAP & HTML Mobile devices running a client browser connect directly to SAP Netweaver server via ICM HTML over HTTP/HTTPS Web Dynpro Internal SAP JAVA Mobile devices running a client browser connect to the Web Dynpro framework, which then calls the Web Dypro application Connects to ABAP system and database using SAP Java Connector XML over HTTP/ HTTPS SAP NetWeaver External Satellite System External to SAP JAVA Java EE based application framework with embedded Apache Tomcat core Connections to SAP via SAP JCo (Java Connector) Application Platforms Requires separate windows NT, 200, XP, 2003 Server Text-based interface Screen navigation by function keys Minimal flexibility due to all screens are translated and typically not open for customization Limited in number of user sessions Each user must have SAP user log-on Can utilize existing RF transactions in SAP WM or SAP Requires separate windows NT, 200, XP, 2003 Server Browser-based interface Screen navigation via function key and touch screen Supports drop down selection functions SAP NetWeaver Microsoft Server 2003 / 2008 Server Unix / Linux Server Browser-based interface Screen navigation via function key and touch screen Supports drop down selection functions Functionality Browser-based interface Screen navigation via function key and touch screen Supports drop down selection functions Browser-based interface Screen navigation via function key and touch screen Supports drop down selection functions Scalability Number of users IIS Limited, but can handle more sessions Each user must have SAP user log-on Can utilize existing RF transactions in SAP WM or SAP High degree of flexibility, capable of utilizing one SAP user interface Can utilize existing RF transactions in SAP WM or SAP Open connection with SAP per user, more users will impact system performance Currently no or very limited available RF transactions in SAP due to Java, must program manually Unlimited & Unicode capable All users connected direct with ERP Limited High degree of flexibility, capable of utilizing one SAP user interface Cannot utilize RF transactions in SAP WM or SAP. However, many transactions already existing in imotic database Unlimited & Unicode capable Connected through server Unlimited Utilize same technology for Vendor Customer Portals Any Minimal Functional Components Language Limited – 128 characters All users connected direct with ERP Limited Unlimited & Unicode capable Connected through server Limited Unlimited & Unicode capable Connected through server Unlimited Utilize same technology for Vendor Customer Portals > 4.7 Moderate Security / Risk Integration with other Satellites & Portals SAP Release SAP upgrade complexity 4.6 to 4.7 Moderate 4.6 to 4.7 Moderate > 4.7 Moderate LOGOS Inc · 725 S Adams Rd, Suite 220, Birmingham, MI 48009, U.S.A. LOGOS GmbH · Landgraf-Friedrich-Straße 10, D-61381 Friedrichsdorf · Phone +49 (0)6172-7640-0 · Phone (248) 885 8980 info@LOGOS-logistics.com · www.LOGOS-logistics.com Unauthorized reproduction of this document or content is prohibited. SAP, SAP NetWeaver and other SAP products and services mentioned herein as well as their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of SAP AG in Germany and in several other countries all over the world.
Slide 3: Fact Sheet LOGOS Print System The LOGOS Difference ■ What separates us from the rest? We offer the best of both worlds! ■ We specialize in logistics and mobile data collection processes. When you partner with us, we offer consulting on optimizing your business processes and finding solutions to drive continuous improvement and deliver bottom line results. ■ From highly complex manufacturing and distribution processes to fast pace material handling, we have the expertise to delivery solutions that fit your business. ■ We offer a complete package of solutions. In the event you utilize one of the SAP Mobile solutions, but come across a system constraint we can employ an external tool to fulfill your requirements. ■ All of our SAP coding and development is “in-house”. The functionality we go over with you is what we will deliver. ■ We handle the full spectrum of Mobil Data Computing from Vendor Portals, in-house processes (inc. Receiving, Mfg, Shipping) to customer interfaces. ■ LOGOS is a developer of software solutions: ■ Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) ■ Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) ■ Process Control Systems (PCS) ■ Web-based applications ■ Mobile Data Entry and Mobile Communications ■ Certified Interfaces to SAP R/3 Logistics ■ LOGOS offers following services & support: ■ Logistics Consulting ■ Project Management ■ SAP R/3 Development & Consulting ■ Web Development ■ Customer Support 24x7 LOGOS Inc · 725 S Adams Rd, Suite 220, Birmingham, MI 48009, U.S.A. LOGOS GmbH · Landgraf-Friedrich-Straße 10, D-61381 Friedrichsdorf · Phone +49 (0)6172-7640-0 · Phone (248) 885 8980 info@LOGOS-logistics.com · www.LOGOS-logistics.com Unauthorized reproduction of this document or content is prohibited. SAP, SAP NetWeaver and other SAP products and services mentioned herein as well as their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of SAP AG in Germany and in several other countries all over the world.