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SAP SuccessFactors HR Integration for Multinational Automotive Operations

Case study of Derco's deployment of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central and SAP HCM to standardize HR across South America.

Published
June 4, 2026
Read time
3 min read
Source
SAP

Derco, a South American automotive importer, implemented SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central integrated with on-premise SAP ERP HCM to unify HR processes for 4,500 employees across multiple countries. The project leveraged SAP Enterprise Support Advisory Council expertise and the SAP Preferred Success plan to accelerate rollout, reduce customizations, and lower consulting costs. Results included 10% faster project completion and 80% savings on partner fees while enabling standardized payroll and workforce collaboration.

Key takeaways

Integrated cloud and on-premise HR systems across multiple countries

Used SAP Enterprise Support Advisory Council for integration expertise

Reduced partner consulting fees by 80% and accelerated deployment by 10%

Standardized payroll and workforce processes enterprise-wide

Avoided customizations through standard solution deployment

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