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Qlik for SAP: How to Extend SAP Analytics with Qlik for Faster Decision-Making

2 min read • May 16, 2025

SAP delivers the data, but are you finding what really matters?

In many companies, SAP is the backbone of core business processes. But when it comes to quickly generating actionable insights from that data, users often hit a wall: standard reports are rigid, in-depth analysis takes time, and typically requires IT support.

Qlik brings agility to the table

As a complementary analytics tool, Qlik makes your SAP data not only visible, but truly understandable – interactively, intuitively, and in real time. For business leaders, finance managers, and sales directors, this means faster, more informed decisions without detours.

Why SAP alone often is not enough?

SAP offers powerful reporting capabilities, but:

Data is spread across various modules
Standard reports lack flexibility
Customizations require support from the SAP basis team
Analyses take time – delaying decisions

The data is there. But accessing it is the hard part.

Business analytics with Qlik: What sets it apart?

Qlik doesn’t replace SAP – it enhances it. The platform consolidates data from SAP (and other sources), intelligently models it, and presents it through intuitive dashboards. It turns a reporting tool into a true decision-making engine.

Key benefits at a glance:

Empower self-service: Business users can answer their own questions – no need to wait for IT.
See the bigger picture: Qlik provides a unified view of data – beyond SAP. This enables true 360° insights.
Decide faster: Real-time data, clear visualizations, and user-friendly interfaces accelerate decision-making.
More than BI: With AI-powered capabilities, Qlik detects trends, risks, and opportunities early – a major edge over classic SAP reporting.

Typical use-cases:

Financial Controlling: Liquidity planning, forecasts, variance analysis – always up to date.
Sales Performance: Combine SAP sales data with CRM information – for precise strategy alignment.
Supply Chain Management: Identify bottlenecks before they impact operations.

Better decisions start with better data access

If you're using SAP and need more than just standard reports, Qlik is the ideal complement. The path from data to decisions becomes shorter – and decision quality measurably improves.

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