VE3 - SAP Commerce Cloud - Digital Marketplace

Service scope

Software add-on or extension: No
Cloud deployment model: Public cloud

Private cloud

Hybrid cloud
Service constraints: Weekly maintenance is Sunday 2:00 a.m. to Sunday 6:00 a.m. local time
Hotfix collection is Biweekly, Sunday 2:00 a.m. to Sunday 6:00 a.m. local time
Quarterly upgrades are up to four times a year from Saturday 3:00 a.m. to Sunday 3:00 a.m. local time. SAP will provide advance information to customer about the planned upgrade scheduling.
System requirements: Hosted by SAP in MS Azure, licence included

User support

Email or online ticketing support: Email or online ticketing
Support response times: 24x7 Mission Critical Support for P1 and P2
issues (English only)

Non Mission Critical Support for P3 and P4
issues during business hours (English only)
Monday to Friday 8 am
to 6 pm (Local Time Zone),
excluding local holidays
User can manage status and priority of support tickets: Yes
Online ticketing support accessibility: WCAG 2.1 AA or EN 301 549
Phone support: Yes
Phone support availability: 24 hours, 7 days a week
Web chat support: Web chat
Web chat support availability: 24 hours, 7 days a week
Web chat support accessibility standard: WCAG 2.1 AA or EN 301 549
Web chat accessibility testing: N/A
Onsite support: Yes, at extra cost
Support levels: Itelligence provide support all SAP products for both technical and functional support. Our support model is time based with time called off in 30 minute increments against an agreed number of days with each day being 7.5 hours. All of our UK based support consultants are senior level with an average of 16 years’ experience across the teams and so we have one charging rate for all consultants as well as a management fee depending on the size and scale of the required model - such as if additional services are request like out of hours support or system monitoring. A named account director and named service delivery manager are assigned to all of our support accounts. Both these individuals perform roadmap planning, and monthly reviews with each of our customers whilst also ensure SLA compliance.
Support available to third parties: Yes

Onboarding and offboarding

Getting started: Itelligence provide a training program to match customer needs, whether this is train-the-trainer, end-user training or a blend of both methods. Administrator training is also provided. Training of key users assigned to the project occurs organically as part of the project knowledge transfer process.
The solution in-built documentation is of a very high standard, linking help articles to visual indicators on screen.
SAP also provide a wealth of online release and help information, including video tutorials and direct service support.
Service documentation: Yes
Documentation formats: HTML

PDF
End-of-contract data extraction: Data may be extracted through analytics functionality or through the use of the APIs.
End-of-contract process: At the end of the agreed term, the contract may be renewed or terminated. In the event of termination, an exit plan would be assembled in advance with steps and charges discussed and mutually agreed.

Using the service

Web browser interface: Yes
Supported browsers: Internet Explorer 11

Microsoft Edge

Firefox

Chrome

Safari

Opera
Application to install: No
Designed for use on mobile devices: Yes
Differences between the mobile and desktop service: Responsive and adaptive design allow Fiori apps to run on desktop, tablets, smartphones, and hybrid devices. As users switch across devices, Fiori apps automatically accommodate the resolution, image size, and scripting. Users can work how and where they want, regardless of device.
Service interface: Yes
User support accessibility: WCAG 2.1 AA or EN 301 549
Description of service interface: Self-service admin interface available
Accessibility standards: WCAG 2.1 AA or EN 301 549
Accessibility testing: TBC
API: Yes
What users can and can't do using the API: Hybris Commerce is based on web standards and contains numerous APIs:

* Import , Update, Read customer
* Integration with Marketing
* Import Product Categories and Hierarchies
* Import Products and Product Category Assignments
* Import prices
* Import promotions and coupons
* Digital Asset Management - import media
Headless commerce
Event drive rapid development
API documentation: Yes
API documentation formats: HTML

PDF
API sandbox or test environment: Yes
Customisation available: Yes
Description of customisation: An administrator can customise the following within the service:

* Site design and content
* Product content
* Custom attributes and search facets
* Merchandising / Promotions
* Customer Journey process flow
* Languages used/translations
* Target groups/Personalised content
* Online forms

Scaling

Independence of resources: The project will be sized based on expected and peak demands

Analytics

Service usage metrics: No

Resellers

Supplier type: Reseller providing extra features and support
Organisation whose services are being resold: SAP Hybris

Staff security

Staff security clearance: Conforms to BS7858:2019
Government security clearance: Up to Developed Vetting (DV)

Asset protection

Knowledge of data storage and processing locations: Yes
Data storage and processing locations: United Kingdom

European Economic Area (EEA)

Other locations
User control over data storage and processing locations: Yes
Datacentre security standards: Complies with a recognised standard (for example CSA CCM version 3.0)
Penetration testing frequency: At least every 6 months
Penetration testing approach: Another external penetration testing organisation
Protecting data at rest: Physical access control, complying with SSAE-16 / ISAE 3402

Encryption of all physical media

Scale, obfuscating techniques, or data storage sharding
Data sanitisation process: Yes
Data sanitisation type: Explicit overwriting of storage before reallocation
Equipment disposal approach: Complying with a recognised standard, for example CSA CCM v.30, CAS (Sanitisation) or ISO/IEC 27001

Data importing and exporting

Data export approach: Users cannot export their data given the nature of the tool. It is possible for admin to export data based on export jobs if required
Data export formats: CSV
Data import formats: CSV

Other
Other data import formats: JSON

Data-in-transit protection

Data protection between buyer and supplier networks: IPsec or TLS VPN gateway
Data protection within supplier network: TLS (version 1.2 or above)

IPsec or TLS VPN gateway

Availability and resilience

Guaranteed availability: System availability SLA is 99.5% system availability during each calendar month for production versions.

Credits are 2% of Monthly Subscription Fees for each 1% below 99.5% System Availability, not to exceed 100% of Monthly Subscription Fees
Approach to resilience: SAP data centres have the following features to ensure continuity of service:
* Redundant additional power network in case of power outage
* Backup batteries and generators
* Redundant additional coolant systems in case of coolant system failure
* Redundant additional internet connection to guarantee connectivity
* Data stored in backup location to save-guard against natural disasters and malicious attacks
Outage reporting: Where here is a service outage, all affected customers will receive email updates from SAP to their nominated IT representative for each of their affected systems. Details included are the system affected, the date/time of the incident start and when it was resolved, a description of the original issue, details of the root cause, problem resolution and corrective action being taken to prevent repeat occurrences.

Identity and authentication

User authentication needed: Yes
User authentication: 2-factor authentication

Identity federation with existing provider (for example Google Apps)

Dedicated link (for example VPN)

Username or password
Access restrictions in management interfaces and support channels: Access is restricted using assigned business roles and organisational management assignment.

Restrictions are contextual (e.g. users can see data relating to them, their team, their territory; managers can see data relating to their team members) and can be restricted at different levels:

* Screen access (work centres and views)
* Fields can be write, read-only or restricted
* Actions (e.g. escalating a ticket, exporting specific data to Excel )

Additionally, page layouts and the model rule editor enable setting attributes including visibility of screen sections or specific fields by business role or data (e.g. hide field "x" for complaint tickets).
Access restriction testing frequency: At least every 6 months
Management access authentication: 2-factor authentication

Public key authentication (including by TLS client certificate)

Identity federation with existing provider (for example Google Apps)

Username or password

Audit information for users

Access to user activity audit information: Users have access to real-time audit information
How long user audit data is stored for: User-defined
Access to supplier activity audit information: Users have access to real-time audit information
How long supplier audit data is stored for: User-defined
How long system logs are stored for: At least 12 months

Standards and certifications

ISO/IEC 27001 certification: Yes
Who accredited the ISO/IEC 27001: EGAC
ISO/IEC 27001 accreditation date: 06/01/2024
What the ISO/IEC 27001 doesn’t cover: NA
ISO 28000:2007 certification: No
CSA STAR certification: No
PCI certification: No
Cyber essentials: Yes
Cyber essentials plus: Yes
Other security certifications: Yes
Any other security certifications: ISO 22301

ISO 20000-1

ISO 14000-1

ISO 9000-1

Security governance

Named board-level person responsible for service security: Yes
Security governance certified: Yes
Security governance standards: ISO/IEC 27001

Other
Other security governance standards: ISO 27002
SSAE16
SSAE 16 SOC 2
BS 10012
ISAE3402
Information security policies and processes: We have our own ISO 27001 Accredited Information Security Policy which we are happy to share.

Operational security

Configuration and change management standard: Conforms to a recognised standard, for example CSA CCM v3.0 or SSAE-16 / ISAE 3402
Configuration and change management approach: We align our change management processes to the customer's requirements, however, for internal changes we have a Change advisory Board to review all change requests and approval is only given from the CAB to proceed with any change.
Vulnerability management type: Conforms to a recognised standard, for example CSA CCM v3.0 or SSAE-16 / ISAE 3402
Vulnerability management approach: We have an Annual Vulnerability check and based on the findings from that check we create tasks to eliminate any found vulnerabilities.
Protective monitoring type: Conforms to a recognised standard, for example CSA CCM v3.0 or SSAE-16 / ISAE 3402
Protective monitoring approach: Our Data Centre have a Network Operations centre which continuously monitor our network and communication lines. We also have internal monitoring where we run an average of 5 million tests per month.
Incident management type: Conforms to a recognised standard, for example, CSA CCM v3.0 or ISO/IEC 27035:2011 or SSAE-16 / ISAE 3402
Incident management approach: We align ourselves to ITIL incident management processes and use SAP CRM toolset for the incident life cycle.

Secure development

Approach to secure software development best practice: Independent review of processes (for example CESG CPA Build Standard, ISO/IEC 27034, ISO/IEC 27001 or CSA CCM v3.0)

Public sector networks

Connection to public sector networks: No

Social Value

Fighting climate change
Covid-19 recovery
Tackling economic inequality
Equal opportunity
Wellbeing

Fighting climate change

Our G-Cloud service provision is deeply committed to fighting climate change, recognizing the urgent need for collective action to address environmental challenges. Here's how our services deliver against this social value theme:

Environmental Sustainability in Operations:

We prioritize running efficient operations to reduce emissions and minimize environmental impacts. This includes implementing energy-efficient practices, optimizing resource usage, and adopting renewable energy sources wherever possible within our data centers and infrastructure.

Promoting Sustainable Practices:

VE3 actively engages with our suppliers and clients to promote sustainable business practices. Through our services, we advocate for the adoption of environmentally friendly technologies, responsible sourcing, and waste reduction strategies, thereby reducing carbon footprints across the supply chain.

Responsible by Design Framework:

Our G-Cloud services adhere to a 'Responsible by Design' framework, ensuring that environmental considerations are integrated into the development and deployment of digital solutions. By prioritizing environmental protection and minimizing negative impacts, we strive to deliver sustainable outcomes for our clients.

Training and Education:

VE3 invests in training and education programs focused on environmental sustainability. Through initiatives like the Sustainability Quotient (SQ) training, we equip our teams with the knowledge and skills to adopt climate-smart behaviors and implement environmentally conscious practices in their work.

Community Engagement:

We actively engage with communities to support environmental objectives and promote climate action. By partnering with local organizations and stakeholders, we contribute to initiatives aimed at addressing climate change, such as tree planting programs, clean energy projects, and environmental education campaigns.

Covid-19 recovery

Our G-Cloud service provision plays a crucial role in supporting the COVID-19 recovery effort by facilitating resilience, adaptation, and innovation in the face of unprecedented challenges. Here's how our services contribute to the recovery process:

Remote Work Enablement:

VE3's digital solutions empower organizations to transition to remote work seamlessly. By providing secure and reliable cloud-based infrastructure, collaboration tools, and remote access solutions, we enable businesses to maintain productivity while ensuring the safety and well-being of their employees.

Business Continuity Planning:

We assist organizations in developing and implementing robust business continuity plans to mitigate disruptions caused by the pandemic. Our services include data backup and recovery solutions, disaster recovery planning, and resilience testing to ensure operational continuity in the face of unforeseen events.

Digital Transformation Acceleration:

VE3 accelerates digital transformation initiatives to help organizations adapt to the new normal. By modernizing legacy systems, implementing cloud-based technologies, and digitizing processes, we enable businesses to optimize efficiency, improve agility, and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Healthcare Support Solutions:

We provide specialized healthcare support solutions to assist frontline workers and healthcare organizations in responding to the COVID-19 crisis. This includes telemedicine platforms, patient management systems, and data analytics tools to enhance patient care, streamline operations, and support decision-making processes.

Economic Stimulus through Innovation:

VE3 fosters innovation and entrepreneurship to stimulate economic recovery in the aftermath of the pandemic. Through our G-Cloud services, we support startups, small businesses, and enterprises in developing and deploying innovative solutions that address emerging challenges, create new opportunities, and drive economic growth.

Tackling economic inequality

We recognize the importance of tackling economic inequality and are committed to leveraging our G-Cloud service provision to address this pressing social issue. Here's how our services contribute to tackling economic inequality:

Access to Affordable Technology:

We strive to make cutting-edge technology accessible and affordable to all, regardless of economic status. By offering scalable and cost-effective cloud-based solutions, we enable organizations, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and underserved communities, to access the tools and resources they need to compete in the digital economy.

Skills Development and Training:

VE3 invests in skills development and training programs to empower individuals with the knowledge and expertise needed to thrive in the digital age. Through initiatives like online courses, certifications, and workshops, we equip people from diverse backgrounds with the skills required for high-demand roles in technology and innovation, thereby enhancing their employability and economic prospects.

Support for Minority-Owned Businesses:

We actively support minority-owned businesses and entrepreneurs by providing access to mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources to help them grow and succeed. Through initiatives like supplier diversity programs and partnerships with minority business organizations, we promote inclusion and diversity in the technology sector and contribute to creating more equitable economic opportunities.

Digital Inclusion Initiatives:

VE3 is committed to promoting digital inclusion and bridging the digital divide by ensuring that everyone has access to essential digital services and technologies. We collaborate with governments, nonprofits, and community organizations to implement initiatives such as digital literacy programs, affordable internet access schemes, and community technology centers, thereby empowering underserved populations and promoting economic equity.

Fair and Transparent Procurement Practices:

We adhere to fair and transparent procurement practices to create opportunities for businesses of all sizes and backgrounds to participate in government contracts and procurement processes.

Equal opportunity

We recognize the importance of tackling economic inequality and are committed to leveraging our G-Cloud service provision to address this pressing social issue. Here's how our services contribute to tackling economic inequality:

Access to Affordable Technology:

We strive to make cutting-edge technology accessible and affordable to all, regardless of economic status. By offering scalable and cost-effective cloud-based solutions, we enable organizations, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and underserved communities, to access the tools and resources they need to compete in the digital economy.

Skills Development and Training:

VE3 invests in skills development and training programs to empower individuals with the knowledge and expertise needed to thrive in the digital age. Through initiatives like online courses, certifications, and workshops, we equip people from diverse backgrounds with the skills required for high-demand roles in technology and innovation, thereby enhancing their employability and economic prospects.

Support for Minority-Owned Businesses:

We actively support minority-owned businesses and entrepreneurs by providing access to mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources to help them grow and succeed. Through initiatives like supplier diversity programs and partnerships with minority business organizations, we promote inclusion and diversity in the technology sector and contribute to creating more equitable economic opportunities.

Digital Inclusion Initiatives:

VE3 is committed to promoting digital inclusion and bridging the digital divide by ensuring that everyone has access to essential digital services and technologies. We collaborate with governments, nonprofits, and community organizations to implement initiatives such as digital literacy programs, affordable internet access schemes, and community technology centers, thereby empowering underserved populations and promoting economic equity.

Fair and Transparent Procurement Practices:

We adhere to fair and transparent procurement practices to create opportunities for businesses of all sizes and backgrounds to participate in government contracts and procurement processes.

Wellbeing

Environmental Sustainability:

We are committed to environmental sustainability as a core component of wellbeing. By prioritizing eco-friendly practices, resource conservation, and carbon reduction efforts in our operations and services, we contribute to creating a healthier and more sustainable environment. We prioritize the wellbeing of individuals and communities in all aspects of our G-Cloud service provision. Here's how our services contribute to enhancing wellbeing:

User-Centric Design:

VE3 designs our G-Cloud services with a user-centric approach, prioritizing usability, accessibility, and intuitive design. By focusing on the needs and preferences of users, we create digital experiences that enhance overall wellbeing by reducing frustration, stress, and cognitive load.

Health and Safety Protocols:

We implement robust health and safety protocols to protect the wellbeing of employees, clients, and partners. This includes adherence to strict security standards, data privacy regulations, and compliance with industry best practices to ensure the safety and integrity of our digital infrastructure and services.

Promotion of Work-Life Balance:

VE3 recognizes the importance of work-life balance in maintaining overall wellbeing. Through our G-Cloud services, we enable remote work, flexible scheduling, and collaboration tools that empower individuals to achieve a healthy balance between their professional and personal lives, leading to greater job satisfaction and wellbeing.

Mental Health Support:

We prioritize mental health support for our employees and clients by offering resources, programs, and initiatives aimed at promoting mental wellbeing. This includes access to counseling services, mindfulness training, stress management workshops, and employee assistance programs designed to support individuals in times of need.

Community Engagement and Social Impact:

VE3 actively engages with communities to address social determinants of health and promote holistic wellbeing. Through partnerships, philanthropic initiatives, and volunteer efforts, we support local organizations and projects focused on improving access to healthcare, education, housing, and other essential services that contribute to overall community wellbeing.

Pricing

Price: £175 to £850 a unit
Discount for educational organisations: Yes
Free trial available: No

VE3 - SAP Commerce Cloud

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Contact

Service scope

User support

Onboarding and offboarding

Using the service

Scaling

Analytics

Resellers

Staff security

Asset protection

Data importing and exporting

Data-in-transit protection

Availability and resilience

Identity and authentication

Audit information for users

Standards and certifications

Security governance

Operational security

Secure development

Public sector networks

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Service documents

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VE3 - SAP Commerce Cloud

Features

Benefits

Pricing

Service documents

Framework

Service ID

Contact

Service scope

User support

Onboarding and offboarding

Using the service

Scaling

Analytics

Resellers

Staff security

Asset protection

Data importing and exporting

Data-in-transit protection

Availability and resilience

Identity and authentication

Audit information for users

Standards and certifications

Security governance

Operational security

Secure development

Public sector networks

Social Value

Pricing

Service documents