In the world of enterprise resource management (ERP), SAP ECC and S/4HANA are the two leading solutions from SAP, one of the largest providers of business software. Both solutions offer a wide range of features to automate and manage business processes, but there are notable differences between them. SAP ECC (ERP Central Component) is the predecessor to SAP S/4HANA and has a long history of use in a multitude of companies. It offers a wide range of functionality including the management of finance, sales, purchasing, production and many other business processes. SAP ECC is based on a traditional database architecture and offers robust and time-tested capabilities for business automation and optimization. SAP S/4HANA, on the other hand, is a next-generation ERP solution that is built on the innovative HANA platform that incorporates columnar-based storage to significantly accelerate data processing and improve system performance. S/4HANA offers a more simplified and optimized interface, advanced analytics capabilities and integration with emerging technologies such as mobility, cloud computing and the Internet of Things. It also provides features for real-time business process management and advanced analytical capabilities to make more informed decisions.