Episode 15: SAP Discovery Center: SAP BTP services catalog

Summary

In this video, the speaker explores the SAP BTP (Business Technology Platform) service catalog within the SAP Discovery Center. It covers the different types of services available, including those with commercial models and free-tier options. Key features like service descriptions, pricing, resources, and initial setup documentation are highlighted. The speaker also discusses how users can filter services, estimate costs, and access tutorials or learning materials. The video emphasizes how the Discovery Center acts as a one-stop shop for users to explore, estimate, and plan their BTP services.

Takeaways

• 😀 The SAP BTP Service Catalog offers detailed insights into available services, including pricing, commercial models, and setup resources.
• 😀 You can filter the service catalog based on commercial models, provider regions, and categories like solutions and capabilities.
• 😀 For easy navigation, using the search feature in the catalog is recommended to quickly find specific services.
• 😀 Each service in the catalog has detailed information including descriptions, reference screenshots, and helpful resources like documentation and setup guides.
• 😀 The pricing tab shows different commercial models, including the most common BTP Enterprise Agreement and trial account models.
• 😀 The BTP Enterprise Agreement model works by purchasing a bundle of credits, which are then deducted as services are used.
• 😀 Trial accounts offer limited access to services with reduced performance, and are often for learning, experimentation, or proof-of-concept purposes.
• 😀 The catalog includes information about standard and free service plans, with the free plan offering community support and technical restrictions.
• 😀 The Service Estimator tool helps users calculate the potential costs of using services based on selected quantities and regions.
• 😀 Users can view related resources, tutorials, and mission details linked to each service for a more comprehensive understanding of its use and setup.
• 😀 The Discovery Center is a one-stop shop for information on services running on SAP BTP, including new services, roadmaps, and detailed service documentation.

Q & A

What is the purpose of the SAP BTP Service Catalog in the Discovery Center?

The SAP BTP Service Catalog provides a comprehensive overview of all available services on SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), including details such as service descriptions, pricing models, and related resources. It is a key tool for exploring and managing SAP services.

What functionality does the SAP BTP Service Estimator provide?

The SAP BTP Service Estimator helps users calculate and estimate the costs associated with using various SAP BTP services based on their specific usage requirements and selected commercial models.

How can users filter the services in the SAP BTP Service Catalog?

Users can filter services in the SAP BTP Service Catalog by factors such as commercial models, provider regions, categories, solutions, and capabilities. This helps to quickly find services relevant to their needs.

What are the key differences between the 'Standard' and 'Free' service models?

The 'Standard' service model is intended for live, production environments, offering full functionality, while the 'Free' model is for learning, testing, and prototyping with limitations on support, performance, and functionality.

What is the BTP Enterprise Agreement, and how does it work?

The BTP Enterprise Agreement is a commercial model where customers buy a license for BTP and a bucket of credits. The credits are then used for services, and amounts are deducted as services are consumed.

How can users find the pricing details of a service in the SAP BTP Service Catalog?

Users can view the pricing details of a service by clicking on the 'Pricing' tab within the service details page. It shows information about costs based on the selected commercial model and usage.

What is the significance of the 'Help Documentation' and 'Initial Setup' resources?

The 'Help Documentation' provides detailed guides on how to set up and use the service, while the 'Initial Setup' helps users with the initial configuration steps, ensuring a smooth start with the service.

What is the purpose of the 'Trial Account' in the SAP BTP Service Catalog?

A Trial Account allows users to explore SAP BTP services with some restrictions in terms of support and performance. It's ideal for learning, testing, or creating proof of concepts before committing to paid services.

How does the SAP BTP Service Estimator calculate costs for different usage levels?

The SAP BTP Service Estimator calculates costs based on selected usage parameters such as storage capacity or bandwidth. Users can adjust the usage amount to see how costs scale with increased usage, with the possibility of pricing reductions for larger volumes.

How can users access the local estimation they create in the SAP BTP Service Estimator?

Users can access their local estimation by navigating to the 'Discovery Center' and clicking on the 'Service Estimations' card. They can also access it through the 'Control Center' to review and modify their estimates.