It’s a fact: mainstream support for SAP Process Orchestration (PO) ends in 2027.
Your current setup won’t suddenly break, but now’s the time to plan your next move. While extended support for SAP PO 7.5 is an option for a while, sticking with older integration systems like SAP PI/PO, BizTalk, or WebSphere brings more and more problems in today’s fast-changing tech world.
There are clear reasons why you should think about moving to a modern integration solution.
A big issue is that older systems can’t connect to everything easily. Trying to build new kinds
of systems and link to cloud services is often complicated. This can slow down important projects and could mean you fall behind your competitors.
Also, if you keep using older systems, you’ll often need to create custom fixes and workarounds. While you might get things to connect, these special solutions can make projects longer and more expensive. Keeping these custom parts working well over time can also be a headache and cost more money later. On the other hand, modern platforms like SAP Integration Suite have lots of ready-made connectors and ways to integrate, which can cut down integration times from days to just hours.
Another major challenge is keeping old integrations running and building new ones. Fewer and fewer people know how to work with SAP PI/PO, making it harder and pricier to find and train the right staff. Since this technology is becoming outdated, most people don’t want to learn it. Even if you do find someone, it keeps less ideal solutions in place and adds to your tech problems. Waiting to switch to a modern platform will only make these issues bigger down the road.
Moving to a modern integration solution isn’t just a tech upgrade; it’s a smart business decision that makes you more flexible, encourages new ideas, and prepares your IT for the future. By using modern integration platforms, you can make your processes smoother, connect your systems better, and ultimately boost your business.
