DPD accelerates data scanning times and business reporting by the use of PRIMEFLEX for SAP HANA

"Only systems that function smoothly help us to make the correct decisions based on valid data."

Stefan Grundmüller, Team Manager SAP BI, DPD Geopost GmbH

The customer

DPD Dynamic Parcel Distribution GmbH & Co. KG is one of the leading parcel and express service providers, transporting 2.5 million packages within an international network on a daily basis. More than 24,000 employees and 18,000 vehicles in approximately 800 depots serve customers in more than 220 countries.

The challenge

Speed and reliability are important factors when delivering letters or packages to retailers and consumers. DPD must therefore continuously optimize the quality of their services and the underlying business processes. Data analysis plays a special role in evaluating quality and processes. However, it can only unfold its full potential if the results are available as quickly as possible.

The solution

Migration of the SAP Business Warehouse to SAP HANA infrastructure.

The benefits

SAP hosting and SAP HANA from a single source
Investment protection thanks to comprehensive and free-of-charge test options in the SAP HANA Demo Center
Accelerated data scanning time (more than 50%)
Reduced monthly load runs
Accelerated data provision for monthly reports by a factor of 5.75
Shorter reaction times permit faster intervention
Reduced storage volume