Decision-Making Checklist for RISE with SAP on AWS

This checklist serves as a guide for companies considering the adoption of RISE with SAP on AWS. It outlines essential steps to establish an objective basis for decision-making. The document emphasizes the importance of comparing RISE with SAP against an On-Prem Contract Conversion by obtaining a comparative offer from SAP. Key areas to validate include costs associated with Named Users, Database, Services, Maintenance, and Operating Models. The checklist advises determining specific Named User requirements and ensuring transparency in RISE subscription costs. It also highlights the need to evaluate alternative operation and deployment models, considering factors such as IT infrastructure costs and compliance with industry-specific requirements. Additionally, the document discusses the importance of assessing service models, support, and maintenance needs, as well as the significance of SLAs and network performance for business processes. Overall, the checklist aims to facilitate a comprehensive comparison over a minimum period of five years.