This practical, comprehensive guide was written specifically for those choosing an SAP implementation strategy for their organization. "Implementing SAP R/3: A Guide for Managers and Engineers" explains what the concept of the "ERP era" means, why information is one of the key resources of the enterprise, how SAP contributes to the growth of the company's competitiveness, as well as the advantages of the ASAP methodology in planning and using resources when implementation of SAP. The approach to ERP systems used in this book will be extremely useful to managers and professionals who need to present to the senior management of their companies the reasons for implementing SAP; In addition, this book will be very useful for those who are involved in SAP projects or are planning such a project in the near future. For those readers who are directly involved in SAP projects, this book will become a reliable guide and will help to make a significant contribution to the development of the project.