Key Takeaways
- Identify elimination candidates by analyzing cost, functional fit, and technical debt across applications.
- Use SAP LeanIX to tag and track applications marked for elimination in a dedicated view (e.g., ‘Top Rationalization Candidates’).
- Evaluate applications holistically by reviewing:
- Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
- Supported capabilities
- Lifecycle status
- Responsible owners
- Build a business case by aligning rationalization with financial, operational, and technical insights.
- Connect rationalization to strategic goals— e.g., achieving 15% IT savings—to free up funds for innovation.