Access to try IBP

[sarvesh_rathore]

A novice beginner question:

I am new to IBP. Have worked in the APO space for few years now.

I understand there is an Excel front-end, SAP HANA backend and integration involved.

Now, is there any way I can try to test and try out IBP?

1. The Excel front-end. (Where and How to download? How to install ?)

2. Does SAP provide any sort of trial access to connect the frontend to one of their HANA backend? My company does not have HANA or its license.

Please pardon my silly questions.

Thanks.

Sarvesh

[somnath_manna]

Current IBP 4.0 is Cloud-only to my knowledge (unlike S&OP on HANA Version 3.0).

You can buy Starter Edition from SAP Store at this link in quarterly subscription basis.