HTTPS is the standard for secure Internet communication and uses Secure Socket Layer (SSL) with RSA Labs encryption. Q: How secure is the SAP Business Network?Ī: The SAP Business Network uses Secure Hypertex Transfer Protocol (HTTPS) for all communication between procurement applications, suppliers, and the Ariba Network. Q: How do I register on the SAP Business Network?Ī: Go to, and click the ‘Register Now’ link to create a free Light (Standard) Account, with the option to upgrade to a Full-Use (Enterprise) account. Click here if you’re interested in a free Light Account.Īs a supplier on SAP Business Network, you tap into the world’s largest B2B marketplace, with millions of companies doing business at more than double the volume of Amazon, Alibaba, and eBay combined. Side by Side Comparison of Light (Standard) account vs Full (Enterprise) accountįor more information regarding the costs and benefits of a full-use account on SAP Business Network, please review Subscription and Pricing information on for Suppliers. If you’re like most suppliers on SAP Business Network, your network activity level means you’ll start with a free Light (Standard) Account. Charges are calculated based on the total volume of transactions moving across SAP Business Network, and your chosen subscription level. If your relationship with BSC provides your first view of SAP Business Network, your registration promotes your business to all other trading partners on SAP Business Network.įull enablement on the Network is a subscription, fee-based service. Reduction in errors associated with standard paper invoice processing.Ability to track the status of your invoices.Better communication and visibility with Boston Scientific.

Ability to create electronic invoices (for SAP Ariba issued Purchase Orders only).

If you’re already on SAP Business Network with other customers, you understand the benefits of trading on a global platform. SAP Business Network will allow Boston Scientific and our suppliers to work together more efficiently and effectively on all the shared aspects of business commerce.

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