SAP Business Network
Proof of Concept (POC)
Project Details
Project Title: POC Conceptual Design Portfolio
Duration: May 2022 – May 2023
Role: Design Lead (End-to-End Designer)
1.Catalog
Purpose
Developed a centralized catalog page for suppliers, enabling customers to upload large catalogs directly in Excel format while reducing unnecessary verification steps.
Key Features
- Real-time delta updates for all trading partners.
- Automated catalog validation errors using rule-based technology.
- Simplified the upload process, eliminating the need for multiple file uploads for large catalogs.
Impact
Improved supplier experience by significantly reducing time delays and errors in expense management workflows.
2.Search & Discovery
Purpose
Created a unified search experience for all Business Network applications, consolidating product purchasing and discovery on one page.
Key Features
- Comprehensive search capabilities with support for product categories, suppliers, and pricing filters.
- Seamless integration with BitPay for payment processing.
Impact
Enhanced user efficiency by offering a single-page solution for product discovery and transactions.
3.Marketplace
Purpose
Designed an intuitive, user-friendly marketplace consolidating all app services.
Key Features
- Verified company classification system for enhanced trust.
- Detailed app service pages showcasing features and pricing.
Impact
Simplified navigation for buyers and suppliers, encouraging wider adoption of SAP app services.
4.Metaverse
Purpose
Conceptualized a feature page enabling buyers to collaborate with partners through 3D on-site inspections, supplier onboarding, and mixed-mode shopping experiences.
Key Features
- 3D collaboration tools and immersive supplier onboarding.
- Pivoted to integrating features into the existing map page due to technical constraints.
Impact
Opened new possibilities for leveraging virtual environments to enhance supply chain processes.
5.Mapping Rules
Purpose
Built an any-to-any mapping tool supporting data mapping between various formats for all trading partners.
Key Features
- Rules-based mapping with intuitive UI.
- Machine learning features, including automatic mapping.
Impact
Reduced manual errors and streamlined data integration for complex trading networks.
6.Knowledge Graph
Purpose
Designed a page for supply chain risk analysis leveraging semantic metadata and contextual linking.
Key Features
- Personalized search engine with knowledge graph integration.
- Simplified risk analysis for suppliers, products, purchase orders, and invoices.
Impact
Empowered users to quickly identify and resolve risks, enhancing supply chain transparency.