SAP BW Migration to HANA with XSA and SDA Integration

Harikrishna Madathala is a distinguished Application Architect renowned for his innovative approach to technical strategy and enterprise solutions. His expertise lies in orchestrating complex system migrations and optimizing enterprise architectures for enhanced performance. With a deep understanding of SAP technologies and database management systems, Harikrishna has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership in driving digital transformation initiatives. His strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities have been particularly evident in his work with major enterprise clients, where he has successfully bridged the gap between technical capabilities and business objectives.

In his role at IBM, Harikrishna led the transformative EY Mercury initiative, where he spearheaded the migration from SAP BW to BW on HANA using Tailored Datacenter Integration architecture. His innovative approach to solving complex technical challenges was demonstrated when he resolved critical network bottlenecks during system migration between data centers. By implementing sophisticated optimization techniques, including TCP parameter adjustments and strategic data compression methods, he achieved remarkable improvements in data transfer speeds.

Harikrishna's technical excellence extended to implementing high-availability solutions through Pacemaker clustering for SAP HANA and ASCS, ensuring robust system resilience. His strategic implementation of Extended Services (XSA) and Smart Data Access revolutionized the organization's data management capabilities, enabling real-time analytics and seamless data integration across multiple platforms.

He achieved a significant reduction in data latency through an optimized HANA migration strategy, enabling real-time business intelligence and faster, data-driven decision-making. He also established a robust high-availability infrastructure that minimized system downtime and enhanced overall business continuity. In addition, his implementation of advanced data access solutions led to reduced storage redundancy and streamlined operational processes across the enterprise.

Harikrishna’s strategic vision and technical leadership have not only transformed system performance but also positioned organizations for future growth through scalable and flexible SAP and cloud technologies. His ability to align complex technical solutions with core business objectives while maintaining operational excellence makes him an outstanding candidate for the Outstanding Technical Strategy award.