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Transforming C-Parts Management with SAP Cloud Platform

Case study of c-Com's digital platform on SAP Cloud Platform that reduces C-part management effort by 30% for automotive and aerospace manufacturers.

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

c-Com GmbH developed a cloud-based service for lifecycle management of C-parts using SAP Cloud Platform, Cloud Foundry, Workflow service, and API Management. The platform enables real-time data exchange between tool makers and manufacturers, connects IoT devices, and integrates with ERP systems. Results include 30% reduction in customer and supplier effort, 30% savings in tool refurbishment costs, and 99.9% system uptime.

Key takeaways

C-parts represent 10% of product cost but drive 90% of asset management effort

SAP Cloud Platform Workflow orchestrates tool lifecycle processes across partners

SAP API Management enables real-time data sharing between manufacturers and suppliers

Platform achieved 30% effort reduction and 30% refurbishment cost savings

99.9% uptime delivered with Cloud Foundry services on SAP Cloud Platform

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