SAP GROW Fast

SAP GROW Fast – start with SAP Cloud ERP in weeks, not months!

Every growing company eventually outgrows its existing tools. The dynamic pace of change associated with expansion requires seamless cooperation between applications and a consistent technology infrastructure. Separate systems, manual reports, and data scattered across spreadsheets often stand in the way of sustainable transformation. Instead of focusing on customers and results, teams spend time patching processes. This is a natural turning point.

SAP GROW Fast gives small and medium-sized enterprises access to the same class of ERP system used by global corporations, in a model tailored to their scale, pace of operations, and ambitions. This implementation strategy offers a clear starting point, a predictable path, a partner who knows the process inside out, and a timeline measured in weeks rather than quarters.

Who is SAP GROW Fast for?

SAP GROW Fast was created for companies that are ready for Cloud ERP and are looking for a clear, structured path to transformation. Most often, these are organizations that are at one of the following stages of growth or facing one of the following business decisions.

Companies that have outgrown their existing systems

Your organization uses several disconnected tools, and transferring data between them takes more time than the work itself. You need a single system that brings together finance, operations, and people in one place.

Organizations taking their first steps with SAP

Your company has no previous experience with SAP, so it is natural to be concerned about a long, expensive, high-risk project. SAP GROW Fast was designed specifically for new clients. The scope is defined before the project begins, so you know from the outset what lies ahead for your business and those concerns disappear!

Organizations ready for the cloud but unsure where to start

You know that the cloud is the right direction for your organization, but you want to avoid paying for functionality that users will not need immediately. The Minimum Viable Scope approach allows you to start with what matters most and expand the system when your company is ready.

Companies in key industries

SAP GROW Fast includes industry scope packages for professional services, industrial manufacturing, wholesale distribution, High Tech, chemicals, automotive, construction and engineering, banking, consumer goods, retail, transportation, as well as metals and mining. Ready-made industry templates reduce implementation time and eliminate operating without a plan.

What is SAP GROW Fast?

SAP GROW Fast is an implementation service with a predefined scope based on SAP S/4HANA Cloud ERP. It is not a new product or a separate license. It is a proven methodology and a ready-to-use starter package that enables Cloud ERP to be launched within a period of several weeks.

The implementation strategy is delivered by certified SAP partners such as Hicron. Experts use a validated scope, ready-made templates, accelerators, and a simplified version of the SAP Activate methodology. By choosing SAP GROW Fast with Hicron, you know exactly what you are getting, how much it costs, and when the new system will start working for you.

How is SAP GROW Fast different from GROW with SAP?

Many companies are familiar with GROW with SAP, the offering that has strengthened SAP’s position among mid-sized businesses since 2023. SAP GROW Fast does not replace it. It is an evolution designed specifically to make the first step faster and more predictable.

The key difference is implementation speed and certainty of scope. SAP GROW Fast provides organizations with a defined starting point, a proven process, and a clearly defined outcome. It requires less negotiation and requirements discovery. The entire implementation progresses much faster.

How does the implementation begin?

The implementation starts with SAP Finance, Sales, and Procurement, which includes accounting, financial close, cost management, financial operations, treasury management, order and contract management, and procurement. When your organization is ready, it can expand the system together with the implementation partner to include supply chain, HR, project control, and other SAP Business Suite areas. With SAP GROW Fast, there is no need to rebuild the system or change platforms.

SAP GROW Fast at a glance

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Challenges solved by SAP GROW Fast

The biggest barrier to ERP implementation is often not the technology itself, but the project risk associated with it. SAP GROW Fast was designed to reduce the most common issues that prevent companies from taking the next step.

ERP projects take too long

Traditional ERP implementations can last for months or years. During that time, teams continue working on outdated tools, while the project consumes resources without visible results. SAP GROW Fast shortens the path to go-live through a clearly defined, validated starter scope.

Project costs get out of control

Expanding scope, additional consulting hours, unforeseen integrations. In traditional implementations, the budget often grows faster than the system itself. SAP GROW Fast allows the project scope and price to be established from day one. The costs defined at the start of the implementation remain unchanged throughout the project.

Concerns about disrupting ongoing operations

Every system change carries risk. Many companies postpone ERP projects because they cannot afford disruptions to customer service or daily processes. SAP GROW Fast is designed to keep the business running smoothly during implementation, with priority given to business-critical processes.

Not knowing where to start

Which areas should be implemented first? What is essential at the beginning, and what can wait? These are real barriers. The Minimum Viable Scope approach provides a clear answer and eliminates decision paralysis.

What do you gain by implementing SAP GROW Fast with Hicron?

New system ready for use in weeks

A predefined scope means skipping the lengthy requirements discovery phase and moving directly to implementation. As a result, you know what your company will receive and when it will be ready.

Budget without surprises

Implementation pricing is transparent from day one. We define the project scope with the client before work begins. This ensures that your company is not surprised by uncontrolled expenses.

Lower project risk from the start

The SAP Activate methodology and SAP-validated industry templates reduce improvisation. Every implementation step delivered by Hicron follows a proven framework. This approach significantly reduces errors and provides greater confidence in the outcome.

The business operates smoothly during implementation

The implementation process is structured to minimize disruption. Critical operational processes continue running at all times, allowing your team to serve customers while the new system is being deployed in the background.

Platform that scales with your ambitions

We start the implementation with SAP Finance, Sales, and Procurement. When your organization is ready, we continue implementing additional modules and extensions. Subsequent phases do not require reimplementation or a platform change. The same foundation grows together with your business.

Process automation from day one

Joule, SAP’s built-in AI assistant, is available from the first system launch. This capability supports the automation of financial processes, procurement, and reporting. Its capabilities expand as the platform grows.

Five steps from project kickoff to go-live

To provide greater visibility into the implementation and ensure higher predictability at every project stage, we describe the entire process step by step. From the outset, you know exactly what the path looks like from defining the project scope to launching and expanding the system.

Step 1: Scope assessment and qualification

We determine which processes belong in the Minimum Viable Scope for your organization. Using SAP Digital Discovery Assessment, we align your business needs with the appropriate starting point. Every additional implementation element is added only after detailed analysis, and no critical component is overlooked.

Step 2: Preparation and configuration

We configure your SAP Cloud ERP environment based on industry best-practice templates. Where a proven standard meets your business requirements, we use it without modification. If adjustments are necessary, we make targeted decisions rather than creating custom solutions.

Step 3: Implementation using the SAP Activate methodology

We run the project in accordance with the SAP Activate methodology for SAP GROW Fast. Accelerators and ready-made templates shorten every project phase. To better prepare your organization, we engage your teams throughout the project, not only at the end.

Step 4: Testing and go-live

We test key processes together with your team before go-live. The schedule is agreed upon in detail in advance and followed throughout the project. As a result, the system we build together is thoroughly reviewed and tested. At Hicron, we do not rush the process, giving your business time to adapt to change at its own pace.

Step 5: Post-go-live support and expansion

After the system goes live, we remain at your disposal. When you are ready to expand, we help add new functionality, integrate additional areas, and develop the platform alongside your business.

Why is Hicron your future SAP GROW Fast partner?

Choosing a certified implementation partner is one of the most important decisions in an ERP project. Here is what Hicron brings to your project.

Long-term partnership with SAP

Hicron is a certified SAP Gold Partner with extensive experience delivering implementations for small, medium-sized, and enterprise clients across multiple industries. We follow the vendor’s best practices and align our projects with its recommendations.

Certified implementation team

Our SAP consultants hold current certifications and are trained in the SAP GROW Fast methodology. By working with us, you gain a team that knows the process, tools, and scope.

Proven process without improvisation

We use the SAP Activate methodology for SAP GROW Fast and SAP-validated implementation accelerators. Every implementation phase delivered by Hicron has defined input data, deliverables, and control points. When you work with us, you always know the current status of your project.

International reach

Hicron serves clients in Poland, across Europe, and beyond. With more than two decades of experience delivering global projects, we understand local business contexts and communicate clearly. As an SAP partner also present in Switzerland, Spain, and Australia, we support companies in delivering end-to-end implementations in those markets as well.

Partner for the long journey

Working with Hicron does not end after go-live. We support our clients from the initial implementation through platform expansion and ongoing support. Our strategy is designed to grow together with your business.

Contracting models

We have made sure that our contract proposals allow us to adapt the terms of cooperation to the constantly changing reality. We respond to all needs – both those related to the distribution of responsibilities in the project, as well as the way of budgeting or scheduling. We propose three options:

Time & Material

Fixed Price

Team Extension

SAP GROW Fast – FAQ

How long does an SAP GROW Fast implementation take?

SAP GROW Fast is designed to achieve go-live in weeks, not months. The exact timeline depends on the complexity of the starter scope and the readiness of the organization. During the initial assessment, we establish a realistic action plan based on your specific situation.

Is SAP GROW Fast suitable for a company like mine?

SAP GROW Fast is intended for growing mid-sized companies. If your organization is outgrowing its current tools and is ready to move to a structured Cloud ERP environment, speak with Hicron SAP consultants. Before the project begins, we jointly verify whether the project scope and our implementation approach match your needs.

What happens if my company needs more functionality after go-live?

SAP GROW Fast is a starting point, not a limit. After the initial launch, you can expand your system with supply chain, HR, project management, or other SAP Business Suite areas. Hicron supports this expansion without the need for a new platform implementation or a full reimplementation.

How is SAP GROW Fast different from RISE with SAP?

SAP GROW Fast is intended for companies implementing SAP for the first time and looking to launch Cloud ERP quickly using a predefined scope within the SAP Public Cloud model. RISE with SAP is designed for existing SAP customers undergoing broader business transformation, most often migrating from on-premises environments. If you are just beginning your journey with SAP, SAP GROW Fast is the more direct path.

Can my company start the implementation with only the finance module and add more areas later?

Yes. SAP GROW Fast was built on exactly this principle. SAP Finance, Sales, and Procurement is the standard starting point. It includes accounting, financial close, cost management, procurement, and more. When your business is ready, you can expand your system with supply chain, HR, or other functionality. What is already in place remains unchanged.