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The SAP SNC & Ariba SCC Alternative Built for Speed.
SAP Supply Network Collaboration and Ariba SCC are powerful — but complex, expensive, and slow to deploy. Sourced gives your suppliers a self-service collaboration portal with AI-powered validation, live in 48 hours.
The problem
SAP Supply Network Collaboration (SNC) and SAP Ariba Supply Chain Collaboration (SCC) require months of implementation, SAP Basis expertise, and significant licensing costs. Many mid-market companies end up with a partially deployed system that suppliers struggle to adopt. Supplier onboarding takes weeks, not days, and the learning curve means your AP team still handles exceptions manually.
The solution
Sourced delivers the core supplier collaboration capabilities — PO visibility, ASN submission, invoice matching against POs, statement of account reconciliation, and Q&A threads — in a modern, AI-powered platform that goes live in 48 hours. No SAP Basis team required. No complex configuration. Suppliers receive a link, create their account, and start operating the same day.
Live in 48 hours vs. 3-6 months for SAP SNC/Ariba SCC implementation
AI validates ASNs, invoices, and SOAs at submission — errors caught before they reach your team
Supplier onboarding in minutes: send a link, supplier creates account, starts operating
Sourced vs SAP SNC vs Ariba SCC.
| Capability | Sourced | SAP SNC / Ariba SCC |
|---|---|---|
| Implementation time | 48 hours | 3-6 months |
| PO visibility for suppliers | ||
| ASN submission | Yes, AI-validated | |
| Invoice against PO | Yes, 3-way matching + AI | Yes, rule-based |
| Statement of Account (SOA) | Yes, multi-round | Limited |
| Q&A threads per PO/Invoice | Limited | |
| AI-powered document validation | ||
| Supplier onboarding time | Minutes | Weeks |
| Requires SAP Basis team | ||
| ERP integration | SAP, SAP B1, Oracle, Dynamics, Odoo | SAP only |
| Supplier performance scorecards | Yes, AI-generated | Partial |
| Pricing | From $149 USD/mo | Enterprise licensing ($$$$) |
What Sourced does differently.
AI-powered three-way matching
Sourced matches PO, ASN, and invoice automatically using AI — not just rule-based logic. The AI detects quantity mismatches, price discrepancies, tax calculation errors, and unit-of-measure inconsistencies that rule-based systems miss.
48-hour go-live
SAP SNC requires months of configuration, testing, and training. Sourced connects to your ERP, configures matching rules, and invites suppliers — all within 48 hours. No consultants, no project managers, no change requests.
Supplier-friendly experience
SAP's supplier-facing interfaces are notoriously complex. Sourced gives suppliers a clean, modern portal where they view POs, submit ASNs, upload invoices, and reconcile statements — with zero training required.
Works with any ERP
SAP SNC and Ariba SCC only work within the SAP ecosystem. Sourced integrates bi-directionally with SAP S/4HANA, SAP Business One, Oracle, Dynamics 365, and Odoo — so you are not locked into one vendor.
Multi-round SOA reconciliation
Statement of account reconciliation in SAP SNC is manual and offline. Sourced handles it inside the portal: suppliers submit their SOA, Sourced reconciles against your records, and both parties iterate until the balance matches.
Real-time notifications
Automatic alerts for new POs, ASN confirmations, invoice approvals, payment status, and Q&A responses. Suppliers stay informed without calling your team — and your team manages by exception, not by inbox.
Frequently asked questions.
What is SAP Supply Network Collaboration (SNC)?
SAP Supply Network Collaboration (SNC) is SAP's on-premise solution for buyer-supplier collaboration. It enables suppliers to view purchase orders, submit ASNs, and manage invoices within the SAP ecosystem. It has been largely succeeded by SAP Ariba Supply Chain Collaboration (SCC) for cloud deployments, but many companies still run SNC on-premise.
What is SAP Ariba Supply Chain Collaboration (SCC)?
SAP Ariba SCC is the cloud-based successor to SAP SNC. It provides similar supplier collaboration capabilities — PO visibility, ASN management, and invoice processing — but runs on the Ariba Network. It requires integration with your SAP backend and Ariba Network licensing.
Can Sourced replace SAP SNC or Ariba SCC?
For the core supplier collaboration workflows — PO visibility, ASN submission, invoice matching against POs, SOA reconciliation, and Q&A threads — yes. Sourced delivers these capabilities with AI-powered validation, faster implementation, and a better supplier experience. For organizations that rely on deep SAP-specific workflows beyond supplier collaboration (like integrated MRP planning or SAP-native EDI), Sourced can complement your existing SAP investment.
Does Sourced integrate with SAP?
Yes. Sourced integrates bi-directionally with SAP S/4HANA and SAP Business One. Purchase orders sync from SAP to the supplier portal in real time, and approved invoices, ASN confirmations, and goods receipt data flow back. The integration is configured during the 48-hour setup.
How does Sourced handle suppliers who currently use Ariba Network?
Suppliers don't need to choose. Sourced operates as a standalone portal — suppliers receive a link, create an account, and start operating. If some of your suppliers also use Ariba Network for other customers, there is no conflict. Sourced does not require Ariba Network membership.
What does Sourced cost compared to SAP SNC or Ariba SCC?
SAP SNC requires SAP licensing plus implementation consulting (typically six figures). Ariba SCC requires Ariba Network fees plus integration costs. Sourced starts at $149 USD/month with no implementation fees, no per-supplier charges, and no multi-year commitments. Most companies save 80-90% compared to SAP-based alternatives.
Can I use Sourced if I don't have SAP?
Absolutely. Unlike SAP SNC and Ariba SCC, which are designed exclusively for SAP environments, Sourced works with any ERP: Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Odoo, SAP Business One, or even companies that still manage procurement in spreadsheets. The supplier collaboration portal works the same regardless of your backend system.
Get supplier collaboration live in 48 hours
Stop waiting months for SAP SNC configuration. Give your suppliers a modern, AI-powered collaboration portal — live this week.