SAP Global Trade Services
SAP Global Trade Services (GTS)
Managing international trade processes can be challenging at times. With the SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) solution, you can significantly improve international trade operations at your company.
The platform allows you to automate your import and export processes, comply with legal requirements, and reduce operational and financial risks.
However, with SAP announcing the end of mainstream maintenance for GTS 11.0 (or any earlier version) on December 31, 2025, organizations are required to transition to SAP GTS Edition for HANA (GTS E4H) (read more about it here). This transition can be more than just a technical upgrade. It’s a chance to strategically modernize operations, ensure compliance, and boost efficiency.
To help you navigate the journey, VESLOG provides expert guidance across:
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Deployment Scenarios
For SAP GTS, edition for SAP HANA 2023, there are 4 deployment options:
- Standalone, on Premise
- Standalone, Private Cloud Edition (PCE)
- Co-deployment, on Premise
- Co-deployment, Private Cloud Edition (PCE)
Co-deployment is available with SAP GTS, edition for HANA 2023 (minimum requirement of SAP S/4HANA 2022). You have the option to choose between an on-premise or Private Cloud Edition (PCE) deployment.
Read more about deployment options here.
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Transition Approaches
- System Conversion (Brownfield) – an upgrade-like procedure; full migration of your existing GTS 11.0. to GTS E4H
- Selective Data Migration – hybrid approach focused on selected structures and processes
- New Implementation (Greenfield) – new system installation; clean start aligned with your future architecture
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Migration Scenarios
SAP provides 4 practical migration scenarios depending on the deployment of the existing GTS 11.0:
- ECC Add-On Installation to Standalone
- ECC Add-On Installation to Co-deployment
- Standalone to Standalone
- Standalone to Co-deployment
The VESLOG team helps you map your current setup to the right scenario and estimate functional impact, technical effort, and timeline.
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Cloud Migration Planning
If cloud adoption is part of your strategy, we help define:
- whether to move GTS to the cloud during the migration
- whether to transition later through RISE with SAP or a private-cloud setup
- how cloud deployment affects compliance, performance, and integrations
Should you require further explanation regarding all possible options and scenarios, don’t hesitate to contact us!
Key Benefits
How can SAP GTS help your business? Learn more about its key benefits.
Mitigate Risks
Reduce your operational, financial, compliance, security, and fraud risk when trading cross-border.
Save Costs
Defer or delay duties through operation of customs warehouse, utilize processing under customs control, obtaining preferential origin, and much more.
Integrate with other solutions
To ensure global trade compliance, SAP GTS can be integrated across procurement, production and sales with SAP ECC, S/4HANA Private Cloud and S/4HANA Public Cloud.
Join ecosystem of partners
Benefit from our highly specialized global network of experienced partners as well as unmatched depth and width of legal content thanks to the content provider selection.
Why choose VESLOG for SAP GTS?
Our outstanding experience enables us to define implementation packages. We have implemented dozens of projects across various industries, including chemicals, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, FMCG, and transport and logistics.
The VESLOG team consists of dynamic and experienced professionals with expertise in various areas. We receive excellent customer feedback and references due to successful implementations, solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of any business, and a variety of tools and services we offer to help any company optimize its processes.
Learn more about us: About us – VESLOG
FAQ
What is SAP Global Trade Services (GTS)?
SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) is a solution designed to automate and streamline global trade processes for businesses. It helps companies manage customs, ensure trade compliance, and avoid regulatory risks. By automating import and export processes, SAP GTS minimizes manual work, reduces the risk of penalties, and ensures adherence to international trade laws.
How does SAP GTS streamline customs management?
SAP GTS simplifies customs management by automating the filing and management of customs declarations. The system integrates directly with customs authorities to exchange necessary data, ensuring compliance with international regulations. Additionally, SAP GTS provides real-time monitoring of customs processes, enabling businesses to track the status of shipments and avoid delays caused by manual customs procedures.
Can SAP GTS be integrated with other SAP solutions?
Yes, SAP GTS can be integrated with other SAP solutions, such as SAP Transportation Management (TM), and SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). Integration allows for seamless data exchange across various logistics, trade, and compliance functions, ensuring end-to-end automation of trade processes. This integration reduces the need for redundant data entry and enhances the overall efficiency of supply chain operations.