Ten years ago, at the legendary SAPPHIRE NOW in Orlando, SAP Fiori was unveiled to the world, marking the beginning of a remarkable journey in the world of enterprise software. Today, we celebrate the 10th anniversary of SAP Fiori, an incredible success story that has revolutionized the user experience (UX) in the modern business landscape.
SAP Fiori: From Humble Beginnings to a Gigantic Ecosystem
SAP Fiori started with just 25 applications and has now grown into a massive ecosystem with an astounding 15,842 applications! It has become a comprehensive design system for enterprise software, setting the benchmark for a unified, intuitive, and modern UX in the business world. Millions of users now rely on Fiori apps every day to accomplish their work tasks with ease and efficiency.
The Evolution of SAP Fiori
Evolution of SAP Fiori using the example of an Object Page
SAP Fiori 1
The revolution began with a groundbreaking collection of mobile applications that completely reshaped the user experience in SAP scenarios. This first iteration of SAP Fiori focused on simplifying and enhancing the most common tasks, such as approvals, information lookups, and self-service tasks. The introduction of SAP Fiori 1 marked a significant departure from the traditional, complex SAP interfaces, making it more user-friendly and intuitive.
SAP Fiori 2
Building on the success of the first version, SAP Fiori 2 expanded the Fiori design to ERP scenarios, streamlining business processes and further improving user experience. The launch of SAP Fiori 2 brought new features, such as the Fiori Launchpad, which offered a centralized and personalized access point for all SAP applications. This version also included improved navigation, enhanced visualizations, and role-based access to information. In 2015, SAP Fiori 2 was recognized with the prestigious Red Dot Design Award for its contribution to innovative design in enterprise software.
SAP Fiori 3
The most recent evolution of SAP Fiori saw its design system integrated into all SAP products, thereby empowering intelligent enterprises. With SAP Fiori 3, SAP introduced the concept of "Horizon," which provided a more coherent and consistent user experience across all SAP solutions. This version also introduced a series of advancements, such as the SAP CoPilot, an AI-powered digital assistant designed to help users interact more efficiently with their SAP applications. Additionally, SAP Fiori 3 focused on integrating SAP's Intelligent Technologies, such as machine learning and predictive analytics, into its design, further enhancing the user experience and productivity.
The continuous evolution of SAP Fiori showcases SAP's dedication to improving user experience and ensuring seamless integration with their entire software suite. Each iteration of SAP Fiori has brought new innovations and features that have significantly contributed to the modernization of enterprise software and the overall success of SAP Fiori as a comprehensive design system.
SAP Fiori Essentials: A Comprehensive Collection of Top Resources
As you embark on your journey with SAP Fiori, it's essential to have access to helpful resources that will guide you through its various aspects. Here's a collection of some of the most valuable resources and links to get you started:
| Resource | Use for |
| SAP Fiori Apps Library | Discover and explore the extensive range of available Fiori applications tailored for your industry and business area. |
| SAP Fiori Design Guidelines | Learn about Fiori's design principles and best practices to create consistent, intuitive, and user-friendly applications. |
| SAP Fiori Design Stencils | Templates for creating detailed screendesigns and click-dummies for new Fiori apps. |
| SAP Fiori Lighthouse | Find an awesome collection of business cases and corresponding Fiori apps. |
| Free Course “Learn the Basics of SAP Fiori” | Learn everything about the basics of SAP Fiori from the perspective of the end-users, technology, architecture and content management |
| Free Course “Intelligent Enterprise User Experience with SAP Fiori 3” | In this course, you’ll learn about SAP Fiori 3 and how it provides a consistent, intelligent, and integrated user experience for the Intelligent Enterprise. |
| SAP Fiori Roadmap | Stay up-to-date with the latest developments, planned innovations, and future directions of SAP Fiori. |
| Test Fiori Apps with the S/4HANA Cloud Trial | Do you want to test brand-new Fiori apps for free? The S4/HANA Cloud Trial is the way to go! |
The Exciting Future of SAP Fiori
Consistent and Integrated User Experience
SAP will continue to focus on enhancing the consistency and integration of Fiori's user experience across its entire product portfolio. This effort will enable users to seamlessly navigate and interact with various SAP applications while enjoying a unified and intuitive interface. This vision will simplify the learning curve for new users and boost productivity for existing users.
Low-Code/No-Code Solutions
With the introduction of low-code/no-code solutions, such as SAP Build, SAP aims to make it easier for businesses to create custom Fiori applications that cater to their unique use cases. This approach will empower users with little or no programming experience to design, develop, and deploy their own Fiori apps, fostering a more agile and adaptive business environment.
Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technologies
SAP Fiori's future will see a more significant integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and other advanced technologies, such as machine learning and predictive analytics. These integrations will further enhance the productivity and user experience of Fiori applications by offering intelligent insights, automating repetitive tasks, and facilitating more effective decision-making processes.
Enhanced Mobility and Accessibility
SAP Fiori will continue to prioritize mobile and accessible design, ensuring that users can access their SAP applications from any device and at any time. Future enhancements will focus on responsive design, improved performance on mobile devices, and the adoption of emerging technologies that will make SAP Fiori applications even more accessible and user-friendly.
Collaboration and Real-Time Communication
As businesses become more interconnected, the need for real-time collaboration and communication within the SAP ecosystem becomes increasingly important. Future developments of SAP Fiori will incorporate features that facilitate better teamwork, real-time communication, and sharing of data and insights across the organization, leading to improved decision-making and streamlined workflows.
The future of SAP Fiori is undoubtedly promising and full of exciting developments that will continue to transform the way businesses interact with enterprise software. With its commitment to innovation and user-centric design, SAP Fiori is poised to remain a significant force in the modern business world, shaping the future of enterprise applications for years to come.
A Heartfelt Thanks to SAP
As we celebrate a decade of SAP Fiori, we would like to express our deepest gratitude to SAP for their unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence in the past ten years. Without SAP Fiori, our businesses would not be where they are today. We are proud to have been part of the Fiori journey, having designed some of the standard Fiori apps ourselves.
Looking Forward with Anticipation
Let's raise a toast to the 10-year anniversary of SAP Fiori and eagerly look forward to the fascinating developments that lie ahead! 🥳🚀✨
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