SAP rebuilds Ariba completely: what will change in February 2026

"SAP has completely rebuilt Ariba on a new technology stack for better integrations, and it also offers the ability to seamlessly integrate AI into the complex business processes surrounding procurement. The revamped SAP Ariba is scheduled for release in February 2026. SAP has completely rebuilt Ariba on top of the SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP). This will make it much easier to integrate with SAP Business Suite and SAP ERP, as well as with third-party ERP systems via open APIs."

"Additionally, the user interface is being revamped, with SAP Ariba receiving a central launchpad featuring easy navigation, to-do lists, and insights. The design of the new interface also takes AI into account, considering how it can be efficiently integrated into business workflows. Think of contract analysis, setting up sourcing events, invoicing, as well as analyzing bids and generating overviews and analyses."

"With the help of AI, SAP will also add automated sourcing. This means that bids can be analyzed automatically to see if they meet the set requirements. Even in complex situations, according to SAP. In addition to updating the technology stack and user interface, SAP is also taking this opportunity to renew or expand certain parts of SAP Ariba. Icertis Contract Intelligence The contract management platform will also integrate with Icertis Contract Intelligence and will be equipped with native contract authoring tools."

SAP Ariba is being completely rebuilt on SAP Business Technology Platform to improve integrations with SAP Business Suite, SAP ERP, and third-party ERPs via open APIs. The interface will feature a central launchpad with navigation, to-do lists, and insights, designed for AI-enhanced workflows such as contract analysis, sourcing events, invoicing, bid analysis, and reporting. AI-powered automated sourcing will analyze bids against requirements, including complex scenarios. Contract management will integrate with Icertis Contract Intelligence and include native authoring to convert static contracts. Supplier management will gain 360-degree profiles, performance evaluations, and AI-based risk analysis. Release is planned for February 2026.

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