Frequently asked questions

Does PreBilt replace the SAP EWM framework?

No, PreBilt for SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) sits on top of the existing EWM RFUI framework to enhance its capabilities with an intuitive mobile barcode scanning experience.

Is PreBilt an alternative to SAP Fiori for EWM?

SAP Fiori is designed to be used to complete simple SAP tasks on a desktop such as work approvals and reports, it has not been developed as a mobile solution for barcode scanning. Fiori has limited applications for use with SAP EWM and is unable to convert any custom transactions. PreBilt for EWM is specifically designed to complete EWM transactions on a mobile device and offers UI and functionality benefits over Fiori.

Is PreBilt an alternative to SAP Personas?

SAP Personas is purely a UI solution for personalising SAP screens, allowing screen designs to be altered to make them more user friendly. It is designed for use with simple SAP transactions that are executed on desktops. Its use for RFUI is only supported from SAP S/4HANA 2021 and in limited use cases for EWM processes. Significant development work is required to customise screens across a range of transactions. PreBilt for EWM is specifically designed for mobile barcode scanning, completing EWM transactions on a mobile device and offers UI and functionality benefits over SAP Personas.

It is not always efficient for operators to follow the picking route suggested by SAP EWM. Is there a way for PreBilt to change this?

We have added specific functionality that enables users to view all the picking tasks and swipe through the screens so they can start on the task of their choice, enabling user-based decisions to optimise SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and increase productivity.

Can PreBilt help with employee engagement?

PreBilt for EWM offers gamification for SAP EWM, which sees game mechanics added to warehouse tasks. Users can compete against each other in competitions or challenge themselves with ongoing personal development targets, which they can beat to advance to new levels, win trophies and claim rewards. The results are improved employee productivity, motivation and engagement.

Can PreBilt be used to monitor warehouse performance?

PreBilt can deliver live SAP data as key metrics to help enhance and accelerate decision making. Key metrics can be displayed on transaction screens to provide information that aids and informs the process or task. Key metrics can also be provided as an overview on one screen to allow a holistic view of the current supply chain operation, with all metrics tailored to specific customer needs.