Summary
This document is a Business Value White Paper sponsored by SAP LeanIX, published in June 2024. It presents research conducted by IDC to explore the value and benefits of using SAP LeanIX solutions for enterprise architects, IT leaders, and business stakeholders. The paper outlines how these solutions help organizations achieve transparency and control over their enterprise architecture and application landscapes. It details the annual benefits reported by SAP LeanIX customers, averaging $1.3 million per organization, and highlights various advantages including improved collaboration between IT and business teams, enhanced decision-making, and increased productivity. The paper also discusses the challenges organizations face in maintaining legacy technology and the complexity of managing diverse technology stacks. Furthermore, it emphasizes the importance of digital-first agendas in driving business competitiveness and the role of SAP LeanIX in optimizing IT investments and improving overall business performance.
