Modernizing Public Services with SAP BTP

Introduction

Modernizing public services now demands a unified, cloud-driven foundation that connects departments, systems, and critical operations. Through a SAP BTP-driven public sector digital modernization framework, government agencies can transform fragmented legacy environments into scalable, data-driven ecosystems that improve service delivery, strengthen operational continuity, and enable smarter decision-making.

Client Background

The client is a large metropolitan government known for its scale, diversity, and critical role in managing infrastructure, public safety, transportation, utilities, and administrative services. Its departments serve a wide range of residents and operate with significant operational variation, requiring strong digital coordination.

Challenges

The government’s diversity creates unique requirements across departments. The Public Works, Police, Fire & EMS, Airports, Neighborhood Services, Regulatory Affairs, and IT departments manage specialized services and processes.

Fragmented legacy systems and limited cross-department visibility made it difficult to:

  • Consolidate operational and financial data
  • Standardize workflows
  • Improve service speed and coordination
  • Enable integrated planning across departments

The administration required a modern platform to unify processes, automate manual tasks, and improve service delivery.

Why SAP?

The organization required a secure, scalable digital foundation that could support modernization without interrupting public service operations. SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP) offered:

  • A unified environment for integration and custom extensions
  • Real-time analytics for budgeting, workforce planning, and operational tracking
  • Cloud-native scalability and improved infrastructure resilience
  • Strong compatibility with existing enterprise systems

SAP BTP enabled harmonized processes while preserving departmental autonomy.

Neolysi Implementation Approach

As the strategic transformation partner, Neolysi designed a phased modernization plan aligned with departmental priorities. The approach focused on improving service reliability, streamlining workflows, and creating a connected digital ecosystem.

Key Modernization Initiatives Delivered by Neolysi:

  • Disaster recovery modernization powered by SAP HANA and Azure cloud architecture
  • Asset management improvements for transportation and drainage operations
  • Digital permit processing to modernize Public Works workflows
  • Workforce analytics for the Police Department using SAP Analytics Cloud
  • Infor system enhancements supporting utilities and land management operations
  • Geospatial integrations providing real-time field and infrastructure insights

Neolysi ensured seamless adoption by coordinating across departments, refining integrations, and establishing consistent data practices.

High-Level Solution Architecture

The solution architecture designed by Neolysi uses SAP BTP as the central platform for process integration and system connectivity. It includes:

  • SAP BTP as the integration and extension layer
  • SAP HANA for centralized, high-performance data storage
  • Microsoft Azure offering scalable cloud infrastructure
  • SAP Analytics Cloud enabling workforce and operational intelligence
  • API-based integrations connecting SAP, Infor, GIS tools, and departmental systems

This framework ensures unified data governance, improved service continuity, and real-time operational clarity.

Outcomes & Business Benefits

The modernization initiative delivered measurable improvements:

  • 20–30% faster planning cycles for budgeting and workforce management
  • Higher service responsiveness through digital permitting and streamlined infrastructure operations
  • Stronger operational continuity via modern cloud-based disaster recovery
  • Reduced manual effort across inspections, asset tracking, and administrative tasks
  • Improved interdepartmental coordination enabled by unified data structures

These improvements contributed to stronger resident satisfaction and more efficient government operations.

SAP Modules & Technologies Used

  • SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP)
  • SAP HANA
  • SAP Analytics Cloud
  • SAP Integration Suite (integration components)

Industry & Technology Keywords

Digital government transformation, SAP BTP modernization, smart city operations, SAP HANA architecture, cloud-enabled public services, SAP Analytics Cloud planning, public sector technology, intelligent infrastructure, enterprise asset digitization, workflow modernization

Conclusion 

With SAP BTP and Neolysi’s structured modernization approach, the client established a connected, data-driven public service environment. The initiative enhanced planning, strengthened service delivery, and improved operational transparency.

Neolysi helps government and enterprise organizations modernize legacy systems and accelerate SAP-led transformation. 

Contact Neolysi to explore how your organization can begin its modernization journey.