Microsoft & SAP: The Digital Clip
The best of both worlds.
Workflows That Work for You
We merge the SAP and Microsoft worlds.
Our teams from the Microsoft Competence Centre and the SAP Hub combine the two technologies in such a way that you can access the data in the SAP application directly in the familiar user-friendly Microsoft front end and work in the best possible way without media disruption. You get The Best of Both: SAP and Microsoft.
Our goal is to provide you with tools that enable you to work easily and effectively. The focus is always on the user's tasks, not on programmes, systems or technologies. In doing so, we use existing functions, standards and security mechanisms and optimise investments already made
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Your Seamless Integration Advantage
The Digital Clip by msg Plaut creates a smart connection between Microsoft 365 and SAP S/4HANA, enabling companies to unlock productivity, eliminate silos, and empower users across departments. Discover the key benefits below:
With The Digital Clip, Microsoft and SAP environments are tightly integrated—so data is only stored once, where it belongs.
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Eliminate version conflicts and data duplication
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Streamline compliance and governance
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Reduce storage and maintenance overhead
The Digital Clip supports modern workstyles with secure mobile and remote access to SAP-powered workflows via Microsoft 365.
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Enable distributed teams and hybrid work models
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Increase flexibility without compromising security
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Extend SAP usability to mobile devices and tablets
Extend your digital ecosystem with features such as:
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Integrated document management systems (DMS)
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Mobile device support
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Smart workflows, approvals, or chatbots
The Digital Clip is designed to grow with your needs.
By combining Microsoft 365’s collaboration power with SAP’s business logic, you gain functionality neither platform can offer alone.
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Create smart user journeys across platforms
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Leverage AI and automation from both ecosystems
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Unify communication, content, and transactions
Access key SAP processes and content—such as customer data, orders, or approvals—directly from familiar Microsoft interfaces like Outlook, Teams, or Excel.
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Reduce user friction and training needs
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Boost user acceptance by working in known environments
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Increase process speed through embedded actions
Built on Microsoft and SAP standard technologies, the Digital Clip ensures maximum compatibility and maintainability.
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Reduce technical debt
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Simplify system upgrades and support
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Ensure long-term investment protection
Use Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams not just for communication—but as powerful front ends for SAP processes.
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Automate document generation from SAP
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Perform reporting and analytics in Excel on SAP datasets
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Trigger SAP workflows directly from Microsoft environments
SAP S/4HANA remains your leading system for process control and data integrity, while Microsoft tools become intuitive gateways for everyday tasks.
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Keep SAP as your single source of truth
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Maintain governance and data quality
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Let users interact with SAP without deep system knowledge
Flyer: The Digital Clip
This forward-thinking position paper presents a compelling vision for how Austria can bridge digital innovation and societal value creation. Anchored in the strategic collaboration between academic institutions, industry leaders, and public sector stakeholders, the Digital Clip outlines a holistic framework for digital transformation that puts people, sustainability, and sovereignty at the core.
Key Highlights
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A structured 4-stage model for digital value creation: Enable – Connect – Operate – Sovereign
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Real-life challenges and policy needs addressed through concrete use cases
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Strong alignment with EU digital sovereignty and Austrian innovation goals
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Actionable guidance for policymakers, business leaders, and digital strategists
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Clear emphasis on trustworthy AI, open data, public interest tech, and skills development
Real-World Success: How the Digital Clip Drives Impact
From insurance and field services to time management and sales—our clients are already experiencing the tangible benefits of seamlessly connecting Microsoft and SAP. Here are some real-world examples that demonstrate how The Digital Clip by msg Plaut bridges systems and simplifies work across industries.
Smart Document Management with SAP & SharePoint
All documents related to a reinsurance policy are now stored once, centrally in SAP, and enriched with metadata in Microsoft SharePoint. With secure access via HTTPS tunnels and Active Directory, data stays protected while remaining instantly available to authorized users.
- No redundant storage
- Unified document access
- Compliance-ready architecture
- Zero backend exposure to the public web
Result: Improved responsiveness to market demands and customer expectations, with full control over sensitive policy data.
Sales Process Automation with Outlook, Excel & Planner
To streamline renewals and accelerate decisions, SAP master data was integrated with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Planner—automating workflows and making approvals, reminders, and data exchange visible directly in the Microsoft environment.
- SAP-powered data in Microsoft tools
- Automated task tracking and approvals
- Enhanced collaboration across departments
Result: A major boost in speed, flexibility, and transparency across the entire sales process.
Field Service Compass – One App. All Functions.
Field workers now access all relevant SAP and Microsoft data in one intuitive mobile application, tailored to their real-time operational needs—from customer data to service logs and task lists.
- Mobile-first, user-centric interface
- Embedded SAP processes in Microsoft front-end
- Full offline support possible
Result: Improved productivity in the field, reduced error rates, and faster task completion—even in remote locations.
Time Recording in Microsoft Teams
Time tracking doesn’t have to break user flow. Employees now record hours using SAP Fiori embedded directly in the familiar Microsoft Teams environment—no context switching required.
- SAP functionality in Microsoft Teams
- Intuitive UX, no separate logins
- Increased data quality and user acceptance
Result: Higher compliance and reporting accuracy—without slowing down the workday.