Author: Berkan Mert İnceoğlu | SAP Basis Technology Consultant
With RISE with SAP, the way systems are built, managed, and deliver value is being redefined from the ground up. Technology is evolving, tools are transforming — but one thing remains constant: BASIS consultants are still the technical backbone that supports this entire transformation.
In today’s SAP ecosystem — where cloud systems dominate and multi-layered architectures have become the norm — it’s no longer just about running systems. Interpreting, analyzing, and securing them has now become a strategic area of expertise. Core values like governance, experience, and coordination continue to be essential.
The Rising Importance of BASIS: Why It’s Still Indispensable
Why does BASIS play an even more critical role in the era of digital transformation?
SAP may manage the infrastructure — but operational complexity still demands deep technical expertise.
Coordinating planned downtimes, managing transports, monitoring performance issues… Even today, it’s BASIS consultants who can deliver fast, clear answers to questions like “Why is the system running slow?”
Patches can be applied automatically — but assessing their impact is a core part of BASIS consulting.
A function disrupted after an FPS implementation may still require detailed analysis due to custom developments, even if an SAP Note has already been applied.
This is exactly where BASIS consultants step in — going beyond implementation to perform end-to-end system analysis.
Through root cause analysis, evaluating the impact of custom code, and interpreting system behavior, we bring added value to the process with our technical expertise.
The Power of Experience in Multi-Layered Architectures
The architecture of SAP systems has evolved into a multi-layered structure. With the expansion of BTP services, hyperscaler integrations, and middleware layers like CPI, managing not only the components but also the relationships between them has become essential.
At this point, technical literacy and the ability to ensure end-to-end system integrity have become more critical than ever. These are core competencies of SAP Basis consultants.
Shared Responsibility and Security Management in the Cloud
The cloud model comes with a shared responsibility framework. But that doesn’t lessen the importance of security management.
In SAP systems, areas such as GRC, role assignments, Fiori catalog inconsistencies, or SU53 trace analysis still require manual evaluation, deep system knowledge, and fast reaction times.
In a layered architecture where authorization issues may originate from multiple sources, a consulting approach that combines infrastructure expertise with user behavior analysis is essential.
In today’s cloud environments, the teams that possess this analytical mindset are still the SAP Basis consultants.
A Common System Language: Bridging Infrastructure and Applications
In today’s digital landscape, speaking multiple system “languages” has become essential. Ensuring operational continuity in SAP systems requires a strong collaboration between application and infrastructure teams. This has created a need for professionals who can understand both perspectives and act as a bridge. BASIS experts are uniquely equipped to speak both technical dialects—building a common ground where system stability and efficiency meet.
The Silent Force Behind Data-Driven Decisions: BASIS Experts
Businesses are heavily investing in data-driven decision-making. Yet, the accuracy, timeliness, and consistency of this data rely on seamless background processes. That’s where BASIS consultants step in. From ensuring uninterrupted system availability and stable performance to enabling reliable reporting, BASIS teams form the foundation of data quality.
Many data-related issues originate from technical factors—such as infrastructure, connectivity, authorizations, or latency. Preventing these problems not only keeps the system running but also directly strengthens the reliability of strategic decisions. In short, BASIS experts don’t just maintain the system—they uphold the decision-making backbone of the enterprise.
Data Exists, Alarms Trigger — But Who Interprets Them?
Dashboards show what is happening—but explaining why it’s happening still requires professional analysis.
When an alert or system warning occurs, root cause analysis must be performed, linking business processes with technical logs in a meaningful way.
As we all know, these insights can’t be generated by automation alone—they require expert interpretation.
Conclusion: BASIS Expertise at the Heart of Transformation
In short, while technologies evolve and methods transform, the need for BASIS expertise remains constant.
As BASIS consultants, we are at the very center of this transformation. BASIS is no longer just about “system maintenance”—it’s about:
✔️ Designing the system architecture
✔️ Managing security across the landscape
✔️ Aligning infrastructure with business processes
As the BASIS consulting team at Basisci, we work to ensure not only the resilience of SAP systems, but also the long-term sustainability of our customers’ vision in this new era of SAP.