Berglandmilch standardizes its system landscape with SAP^® EWM by KNAPP

Berglandmilch, one of Austria’s largest dairy processing and distribution companies, is partnering with KNAPP for SAP^® expertise to unify its IT system landscape. KNAPP IT Solutions, the SAP^® competence center of the KNAPP Group, is designing and implementing SAP^® EWM by KNAPP as a template solution for a comprehensive WMS retrofit project. Over the next several years, SAP^® WM and non-SAP^® WMS systems will be replaced at four Berglandmilch locations.

WMS Retrofit: SAP^® EWM Template modernizes four Berglandmilch sites

Berglandmilch eGen, headquartered in Wels, is Austria’s largest dairy processor and one of Central Europe’s leading food producers. Its brand portfolio includes well-known names such as Schärdinger, Tirol Milch, Stainzer, and Lattella. As a registered cooperative, Berglandmilch processes around 1.3 billion kilograms of milk annually from over 7,800 farming members. The company efficiently and sustainably manages the entire value chain—from raw milk intake to storage and delivery—with maximum freshness.

Currently, Berglandmilch utilizes several WMS solutions for warehouse management. The distribution center in Aschbach-Markt operates with a non-SAP system, while the sites in Geinberg, Feldkirchen, and Wörgl use SAP^® WM. "Continuous improvement of our business processes is central to Berglandmilch’s strategy. As part of our digital transformation, we are deliberately investing in modern, future-proof infrastructures. Selecting SAP^® EWM was a logical step to harmonize our IT and logistics systems and bring them to a new technological level. KNAPP is an experienced and innovative partner, impressing us with both their comprehensive expertise in WMS retrofits and their collaborative approach," explains Manfred Prehsegger, Head of IT at Berglandmilch.

From solution concept to unified SAP^® EWM system landscape

The initiative to standardize the WMS landscape with SAP^® EWM by KNAPP began with a comprehensive solution concept. This concept, based on a process analysis of the affected warehouses, outlines recommended approaches, risk assessments, critical success factors, a timeline, and a budget framework for the SAP^® EWM rollout.

"The focus of the solution concept was the state-of-the-art, fully automated logistics center in Aschbach with around 20,700 pallet spaces. However, the warehouses in Wörgl, Feldkirchen, and Geinberg were also considered as part of the template solution. This approach enables efficient implementation of SAP^® EWM across all four distribution centers, with seamless integration of existing automation technologies from various third-party providers. Moreover, the solution is designed to be flexible and future-proof, allowing Berglandmilch to adapt to market changes and potential expansions in its site network," reports Gerald Lassau, Managing Director of KNAPP IT Solutions GmbH.

The template solution is tailored to Berglandmilch’s industry- and customer-specific requirements. In detail, SAP^® EWM by KNAPP will replace the existing WMS solutions at the four sites and integrate –without middleware – the existing automation technologies such as palletizing systems, conveyor technology, and automated guided vehicles from different providers. In Aschbach-Markt, the logistics center with the highest level of automation, SAP^® EWM MFS will serve as the new WCS layer, controlling all processes and technologies within an end-to-end SAP^® system landscape. KiSoft SCADA will complement SAP^® EWM by providing continuous monitoring of the technical status of the highly automated production and distribution line in Aschbach and visualizing all system components.

Additionally, the new SAP^® EWM solution will significantly increase transparency: Berglandmilch’s existing production planning system will communicate with SAP^® EWM via a custom-developed interface. Building on proven functions from previous proprietary WMS systems, a production and picking cockpit as well as a tour overview will be replicated in SAP^® EWM by KNAPP.

The SAP^® EWM by KNAPP implementation is rolled out in stages at each location. Geinberg will go live in 2026, followed by Aschbach in 2027. Feldkirchen and Wörgl will complete the rollout in 2028. All four logistics centers will continue to be receive support from KNAPP’s SAP^® EWM experts through a 24/7 SAP^® EWM service desk.

About KNAPP

KNAPP is the technology partner for intelligent value chains. The Austria-based group offers complete solutions for automating and digitizing production, distribution, and point-of-sale operations. With top-tier service and long-term partnerships, KNAPP supports the success of its customers in healthcare, retail, food retail, fashion, wholesale, and industry.

KNAPP IT Solutions is the SAP^® software solutions competence center within the KNAPP Group. As a long-standing SAP partner, KNAPP offers all services related to the logistics software SAP^® Extended Warehouse Management (EWM), SAP^® Yard Logistics (YL), and SAP BTP (Business Technology Platform). More information at knapp.com/kis