Subject: SAP-Fiori-Design-Guidelines
SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) is a powerful solution that combines business intelligence, planning, and predictive analytics in a single cloud environment. Integrating SAP Analytics Cloud with the SAP Fiori user experience enhances accessibility, consistency, and productivity by embedding analytics capabilities directly into users’ daily workflows.
This article outlines key considerations and best practices for implementing SAP Fiori for SAP Analytics Cloud in line with the SAP-Fiori-Design-Guidelines.
- Seamless User Experience: Access SAC analytics through the familiar SAP Fiori Launchpad interface, ensuring a consistent look and feel.
- Role-Based Access: Tailor analytics content based on user roles to display relevant dashboards, stories, or reports.
- Cross-Application Navigation: Enable smooth transitions between operational applications and analytical insights.
- Mobile Ready: Leverage SAP Fiori’s responsive design to consume analytics on any device.
- Configure Tiles: Add SAC story or analytic application tiles to the Fiori Launchpad catalogs and groups.
- Use Semantic Objects: Define semantic objects and target mappings for intent-based navigation to SAC content.
- Leverage SAP BTP: Use SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) connectivity services for seamless integration between on-premise SAP systems and SAC.
- Embedded SAC Applications: Embed SAC analytic applications inside SAP Fiori apps using iframe or SAPUI5 controls.
- Cross-Launchpad Navigation: Configure navigation from SAP ERP or S/4HANA apps to SAC stories and vice versa using SAP Fiori Launchpad.
- Consistent Visual Language: Follow SAP Fiori’s visual and interaction design principles when embedding SAC content to maintain a unified user experience.
- Responsive Layouts: Ensure embedded analytics adapt gracefully to various screen sizes and devices.
- Intuitive Navigation: Use Fiori patterns like intent-based navigation and breadcrumbs to maintain context.
¶ 4. Secure Access and Authorizations
- Manage user access using SAP Cloud Identity services and SAP authorization concepts.
- Ensure SAC content and Fiori Launchpad roles are aligned for secure, role-based access.
- Optimize data models and stories in SAC for fast loading.
- Use caching strategies and minimize the number of simultaneous embedded analytics to improve responsiveness.
¶ Best Practices for SAP Fiori and SAC Integration
- Personalize Launchpad Content: Assign tiles based on user roles to show relevant analytics.
- Leverage SAC Smart Features: Use SAC’s AI-powered insights and smart narratives within Fiori apps to enhance decision-making.
- Consistent Theming: Apply SAP Theme Designer settings across SAC and Fiori Launchpad for branding consistency.
- User Training: Provide training on navigating between operational and analytical applications seamlessly.
- Continuous Feedback: Collect user feedback to refine analytics integration and UI design.
Implementing SAP Fiori for SAP Analytics Cloud bridges the gap between operational processes and analytical insights, empowering users with data-driven decision-making directly within their workflows. By following SAP-Fiori-Design-Guidelines, organizations can create an integrated, intuitive, and responsive environment that enhances productivity and user satisfaction.
Mastering this integration equips SAP professionals to deliver end-to-end intelligent enterprise solutions that leverage the full power of SAP’s cloud and UX technologies.