SAP systems can be the foundation of many critical business processes, with some organizations utilizing SAP-enhanced software across entire networks. However, a caveat to using SAP’s tech is that clients are beholden to the latest software patch or version. If SAP clients aren’t ready for a potentially costly shift to the latest SAP S/4HANA version, they need to consider how the upkeep of cybersecurity will be handled once the used software becomes obsolete, and therefore unsupported by SAP.
SAP software is typically integrated with incredibly important, or sensitive, data. Once the SAP systems that have been working with crucial data are no longer officially supported or patched, it’s up to clients to determine a security alternative – alternatives that can be found by investigating the solutions available from third-party support.
Enterprise support specialist Spinnaker Support, when collaborating with cybersecurity aficionado Trend Micro, can provide the tools needed to keep legacy SAP systems safe, even when official support comes to an end. By combining Spinnaker Support SAP expertise with Trend Micro capabilities, like proactive threat intelligence and comprehensive security controls, organizations can keep their old SAP systems secure despite not being officially supported for years.
Effective security measures need to provide flexible and versatile security options. A firm like Trend Micro, when collaborating with Spinnaker, can help reduce the threat of cyberattacks through the use of continuous threat monitoring – a solution that can provide threat monitoring and detection in real-time, to allow security teams to respond proactively and quickly to any detected threats.
Security measures that help identify any current, underlying vulnerabilities are another effective method of cybersecurity. Trend Micro can assist in finding these security loopholes and implementing mitigation strategies to address the issues that have been identified.
Spinnaker Support, by having innate knowledge of SAP systems, can provide the personalized support needed when navigating old, legacy networks. By helping provide access to the necessary resources and expertise, Spinnaker Support can assist organizations with maintaining the security levels they were accustomed to when officially supported.
There’s one factor that can’t be forgotten when it comes to considering third-party support to maintain security levels: cost. The shift over to SAP S/4HANA has the potential to be a disruptive, pricey and resource-heavy transformation process. By considering other security options in the form of third-party support, like Spinnaker and Trend Micro, organizations can keep their systems secure while also saving costs and time.
