SAP R/3 Quality Management: Making it work for your business (SAP Press Business Roadmap) [Hardcover]

Michael Holzer (Author), Michael Schramm (Author)

Book Description

Series: SAP Press Business Roadmap | Publication Date: December 13, 2000

Much more than simply a guide and reference to the SAP R/3 Quality Management (QM) module, this book introduces R/3 and the principles of quality management systems alongside each other. Before getting inside the module itself, the authors describe the relevant QM business processes and the position of quality management at the heart of the logistics chain. With the advantage of this overall perspective, users will be better able to adapt the module, and the R/3 system, to their individual requirements. Using a multitude of illustrated examples, the authors detail the functions of the QM module and enable the reader to identify the most effective solution for their organization.

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Preface

This book deals with the functions of Quality Management in SAP R/3 in the core processes of logistics: Purchasing, Production, Sales and Distribution, and Service. As the Quality Management module is embedded in the individual processes, not only the components themselves but also the interfaces and contact points to other components are explained. Building on the quality-relevant master data of the material and the basic data of the Quality Management module, we describe the processes of inspection planning, inspection lot creation and inspection lot completion. Furthermore, the quality notification, test equipment management and many other topics of significance are discussed in detail. The various functions are clearly described, illustrated with examples, scenarios and screenshots. The basis of our descriptions and source of the screenshots is the R/3 Release 4.5B, whereby the preceding versions 3.1 and 4.0 are taken into account in the discussion. Most of the examples were created using the IDES training system from SAP, Release 4.5B. The book is directed at all readers interested in Quality Management with SAP R/3, whether you are already working with R/3 or planning to switch to R/3. It addresses users, implementation project managers, quality managers and staff, consultants for the implementation of R/3 and/or for the Quality Management module of R/3, and all those who wish to further their careers with profound specialist knowledge. The idea for the book came about during a joint implementation project for the Quality Management module. The successful cooperation and the fact that there has so far been hardly any literature dealing with this subject led to this joint project. The authors have both been able to gather 10 years of experience in quality management. The practical experience of SAP consulting, the experience in implementation of the Quality Management module in companies, the know-how from operative quality management and as R/3 users form an ideal combination that will be particularly informative and interesting for readers. Michael Hšlzer Michael Schramm Ulm, January 2000

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Much more than simply a guide and reference to the SAP R/3 Quality Management (QM) module, this book introduces R/3 and the principles of quality management systems alongside each other.

Before getting inside the module itself, the authors describe the relevant QM business processes and the position of quality management at the heart of the logistics chain. With the advantage of this overall perspective, users will be better able to adapt the module, and the R/3 system, to their individual requirements. Using a multitude of illustrated examples, the authors detail the functions of the QM module and enable the reader to identify the most effective solution for their organization.

Written for SAP users, quality managers, technicians, project leaders and consultants, Quality Management with SAP R/3 provides detailed coverage of the following essential topics:

• Implementing, operating and customizing R/3

• How QM interacts with other R/3 modules

• Quality and inspection planning

• Quality inspection

• Quality control

• Quality notification

• Processing and evaluating quality data

• Test equipment management

• Internet scenarios with R/3 and mySAP.com

• Consistent data transfer and migration concepts

Quality Management with SAP R/3

is part of the Business Roadmap series from SAP Press. Aimed at users, managers and consultants, this series emphasizes the business background and the processes which underpin the functionality of the R/3 system and its various modules. Building on this deeper understanding, the books offer sound practical guidance on how best to tailor the system to the requirements of your business.

SERIES FEATURES:

• Experienced SAP-approved authors.

• Supported by real-life case studies.

• Illustrated examples from SAP's IDES training system.

• Written for all levels of R/3 user.

• Practical hints and customizing tips.

• Suitable for versions 4.0 and 4.5 of R/3.

 

Michael Hölzer (Schwarz, Professor Spruth & Associates GmbH) and Michael Schramm (Tally Computerdrucker GmbH) have more than ten years of consultancy experience in accounting support and quality management. They have led many successful SAP R/3 Quality Management projects.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 480 pages
• Publisher: Addison-Wesley Professional (December 13, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0201675315
• ISBN-13: 978-0201675313
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,966,372 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Loaded with excellent information, April 27, 2001

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This review is from: SAP R/3 Quality Management: Making it work for your business (SAP Press Business Roadmap) (Hardcover)

Just having done a QM implementation without consultants, I know how much detail there is to wade through. This book would have been invaluable during that time, and has since allowed me to make several enhancements to my implementation. it touches on nearly every aspect of the QM module, and gets fairly in depth in many areas. The process maps from SAP to the ISO/QS standards alone were worth the price of the book. if you are thinking about sap qm, don't do it without this book.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Helpful and juicy, March 30, 2006

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This review is from: SAP R/3 Quality Management: Making it work for your business (SAP Press Business Roadmap) (Hardcover)

It has a pretty good coverage on the principal issues of QM. Worthy to pay. It clears up many doubts, good at results and defect recording, usage decision and inspection procedures. Illustrates you the QM general logic.
Lacks in quality certificates. Take it under your arm if you go into QM field.