Navigating the Future of Disclosure Management with SAP - Continued Support for SAP Disclosure Management in the Private Cloud & On Premises and Positioning a Partner-First Strategy for the Public Cloud
In today's fast-paced business environment, the accurate and timely disclosure of financial and regulatory information is critical. Companies require robust and reliable solutions to manage this complex process seamlessly. SAP continues to offer solutions to support these needs, particularly in an on-premise and private cloud setup.
SAP’s solution SAP Disclosure Management streamlines the final stages of financial reporting by enabling the creation, management, collaboration, and publication of financial data, while integrating compliance-enabling XBRL tagging and secure access to SAP data sources like SAP S/4HANA, SAP Business Warehouse, and SAP Sustainability Control Tower (more info here), as well as many other data sources such as SQL DB or spreadsheets. In this blog we provide an update on the current state of SAP Disclosure Management, reflecting the evolving strategies and offerings tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses today.
SAP Disclosure Management for On-Premise and Private Cloud Deployments
SAP is committed to bring SAP Disclosure Management to the private cloud in the near-term as an exciting advancement in SAP’s cloud first strategy.
For businesses that prefer on-premise solutions, SAP Disclosure Management continues to be a trusted choice. This comprehensive solution enables enterprises to streamline their financial disclosure processes, ensuring compliance and enhancing transparency. We are pleased to inform you that maintenance for SAP Disclosure Management support has been confirmed until at least the entirety of 2030. This commitment underscores our dedication to providing long-term, stable support for our customers utilizing on-premise solutions.
The chosen support period aligns with SAP's broader policy for many of our products and extensions. Maintenance extensions are typically reviewed three years before the end date. Notably, SAP Disclosure Management has historically seen several extensions, reflecting our commitment to adapt to evolving customer needs and regulatory landscapes. Businesses can continue to rely on SAP Disclosure Management with confidence, knowing we have their long-term interests covered.
Partner-First Strategy for Public Cloud Solutions
As digital transformation accelerates, many businesses are adopting public-cloud-based solutions to harness greater flexibility, scalability, and innovation. Recognising this shift, SAP will embrace a partner-first strategy for the public cloud solutions in the disclosure management domain. This approach will foster a vibrant ecosystem where SAP partners can develop and deliver specialised disclosure management solutions tailored to the unique needs of various industries and regions.
Customers looking for public cloud solutions can explore partner offerings available on the SAP Store. Here, you will find innovative and reliable partner solutions designed to integrate with your SAP environment, helping you to meet your disclosure management requirements effectively.
Conclusion
The landscape of financial disclosure is complex and ever-changing. However, with SAP and partner offerings, businesses can confidently manage their disclosure processes both now and in the future, whether you prefer an on-premise or private cloud environment -- or the agility of public cloud offerings through our partner ecosystem.
For more information or to start your journey with SAP Disclosure Management, contact your account executive or visit the SAP Store. Let SAP and our trusted partners help you navigate the future of disclosure management with confidence.
Disclaimer: Maintenance timelines and product availability are subject to change based on SAP's review and extension policies. SAP customers should always refer to the latest official SAP communications and the SAP Product Availability Matrix available at SAP for Me for the most current information.
