How does SAP LeanIX support IT landscape management when integrated with SAP BTP?

As organizations adopt SAP BTP to build and extend their applications, their IT landscapes can become increasingly complex. SAP LeanIX (now a core part of SAP's enterprise architecture strategy) supports management by providing comprehensive visualization and analysis of the enterprise architecture. When integrated with SAP BTP, LeanIX allows IT leaders to see exactly how different BTP services, cloud applications, and on-premise systems are interconnected. This "map" of the IT landscape is essential for identifying redundant applications, managing technical debt, and ensuring that the IT strategy aligns with business goals.

The positioning of LeanIX alongside BTP is crucial for "Transformation Management." During a move to SAP S/4HANA or a transition to the cloud, LeanIX helps organizations plan their roadmap by showing the impact of changes on the existing architecture. It provides data-driven insights into which applications are critical, which are obsolete, and where there are gaps in security or compliance. By providing this transparency, LeanIX empowers architects to make informed decisions about where to deploy new BTP services. This prevents the "sprawl" of unmanaged cloud services and ensures that the evolution of the SAP Business Suite is organized, cost-effective, and fully aligned with the broader digital transformation objectives of the company.

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