IBM has launched a new solution to help midsize and fast-growing companies modernize their business systems. The company announced IBM launches Ready for SAP Solutions for midsize companies on October 7, 2026. The solution aims to speed up cloud ERP modernization. IBM said the offering can also help businesses unify enterprise data. It can create a stronger digital foundation for future AI projects. The solution combines IBM’s industry knowledge with SAP technologies. It also uses IBM’s fit-to-standard delivery approach and AI-powered consulting platform.
IBM targets midsize and growing businesses
Many growing companies need modern systems to manage expanding operations. Older enterprise systems can make this process more difficult. IBM Ready for SAP Solutions aims to address these challenges. It helps companies move toward SAP Cloud ERP while improving their digital foundation. IBM said the solution can support different business needs. These include improving operational efficiency and integrating acquired companies. The company highlighted two businesses using the solution. Volumetric Building Companies and Second Nature Brands have completed transformations with IBM.
Volumetric Building Companies cuts operational times
Volumetric Building Companies is a global modular construction company. It completed an SAP Cloud ERP transformation with IBM in three months. The company reduced operational cycle times by 50%. The improvement covered purchasing, manufacturing and inventory processes. The transformation also gave the company better visibility across its operations. IBM said this can help teams make faster and more informed decisions. The new digital foundation can also support future automation and AI initiatives.
Second Nature Brands strengthens its platform
Second Nature Brands also completed an SAP Cloud ERP transformation with IBM. The company used the solution after acquiring Voortman Bakery. The project helped integrate the acquired business into a common enterprise platform. This approach allows Second Nature Brands to operate through a more unified system. It also creates a foundation for future business growth. IBM said these examples show how companies can use the solution for different needs.
SAP and IBM focus on AI readiness
IBM said companies are increasingly modernizing ERP systems to improve efficiency. They are also preparing their businesses for wider AI adoption. Research from the IBM Institute for Business Value supports this trend. It found that 68% of enterprises see faster ERP modernization as important. IBM said connected business data can help companies gain more value from AI. Strong processes, governance and industry knowledge also remain important. SAP is extending its GROW Fast methodology through the partnership. The approach aims to help customers move toward SAP Cloud ERP faster.
The companies said some customers could reach go-live in weeks. The platform can then support further expansion across SAP’s Autonomous Enterprise.
Availability of IBM Ready for SAP Solutions
IBM Ready for SAP Solutions is currently available in limited countries. The offering also covers specific industries at this stage. IBM plans to expand the solution into more markets and industries. The company aims to make the offering available globally over time. The announcement shows IBM’s continued focus on cloud ERP and enterprise AI. It also highlights the growing role of modern digital foundations.
For midsize businesses, as a way to modernize ERP systems. The solution also aims to prepare businesses for future AI initiatives.
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