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SAP Acquires LeanIX: What It Means for Enterprise Architecture

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Software provider SAP has announced its decision to acquire LeanIX, a major player in the enterprise architecture industry. This announcement represents a massive vote of confidence in the discipline of enterprise architecture. At Orbus Software, we recognize the importance of this development and what it signals for the future of our industry. 

Navigating the new landscape: What clients should know 

However, with significant change comes a moment of pause and reflection. As industry insiders have pointed out, including Forrester, there are certain implications for the existing clientele of LeanIX that cannot be overlooked.  

“There are serious questions that need to be asked around SAP’s intentions to continue investment in LeanIX and its commitment to continuing to serve and support non-SAP customers,” said Stéphane Vanrechem, Senior Analyst at Forrester. 

While SAP clients anticipate a refined integration of SAP Signavio for business process modeling and enhanced management of the application landscape, non-SAP clients are urged to stay abreast of updates on the LeanIX roadmap to ensure their requirements continue to be met. 

Similarly, clients leveraging Oracle software, a main competitor to SAP, may have concerns surrounding flexibility in their ERP integrations or potential instability within their tech stack.  

Orbus Software: Your partner in a changing terrain 

As a leader in the enterprise architecture sector, we remain dedicated to serving the evolving needs of businesses globally. We understand that these transitions can sometimes breed uncertainty, as the roadmap of LeanIX under SAP’s helm may face changes. 

With a dedicated team of Customer Success Managers, over 20 years of ensuring tailored use of our products, and seven years’ recognition as Gartner Peer Insights Customers’ Choice, we can support your business during this uncertain time. We provide comprehensive support for migration and continued collaboration to ensure your success at every step.  

Looking Ahead: The future of Enterprise Architecture 

This acquisition highlights the important role that enterprise architecture plays in the transformation and success strategies of today’s forward-thinking businesses. The discipline looks set to reach new heights, charting a course of growth that is inclusive, disruptive, and incredibly promising. We look forward to being with you every step of the way.  

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