Introduction

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are the backbone of modern business operations, integrating key functions like finance, supply chain, HR, and procurement into a unified platform. However, the growing complexity of ERP applications can lead to performance bottlenecks, slow transaction processing, and system downtime, directly affecting organizational efficiency. Performance tuning is no longer optional—it is a strategic necessity. Performance Tuning for ERP Applications Training Course focuses on equipping professionals with advanced skills to optimize ERP applications, ensure scalability, and achieve high-performance benchmarks, thereby enhancing business productivity and operational excellence.

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, ERP performance is a critical differentiator for enterprises seeking agility and efficiency. This course leverages real-world scenarios, hands-on exercises, and case studies from leading ERP platforms like SAP, Oracle, and Microsoft Dynamics to provide participants with practical insights and measurable outcomes. Participants will gain expertise in database optimization, code profiling, system monitoring, and proactive performance management, empowering them to identify bottlenecks, implement best practices, and drive enterprise-wide performance improvements.

Programme Curriculum

Performance Tuning for ERP Applications Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives

Understand ERP system architecture and performance fundamentals.
Analyze and identify performance bottlenecks in ERP environments.
Master SQL query optimization and indexing techniques for ERP databases.
Apply memory and resource management strategies for high-performance ERP.
Perform real-time monitoring of ERP system performance metrics.
Utilize profiling tools to optimize custom ERP code and workflows.
Implement batch processing optimization for large-scale ERP transactions.
Apply caching and data retrieval optimization techniques.
Optimize ERP integrations with third-party applications.
Design proactive performance tuning strategies and dashboards.
Conduct stress testing and load testing for ERP applications.
Implement automated alerting and performance anomaly detection.
Develop actionable reporting for continuous ERP performance improvement.

Target Audience

ERP Administrators
IT Managers
System Architects
Database Administrators (DBAs)
Application Developers
ERP Consultants
Performance Engineers
Business Analysts supporting ERP systems

Course Modules

Module 1: ERP Performance Fundamentals

Overview of ERP architecture and components
Key performance metrics for ERP applications
Understanding bottlenecks and latency issues
Case Study: SAP ECC system performance analysis
Benchmarking ERP transactions

Module 2: Database Optimization for ERP

SQL query tuning and indexing strategies
Data partitioning and archiving for high performance
Memory management in ERP databases
Case Study: Oracle ERP database optimization
Query profiling and optimization exercises

Module 3: Code & Workflow Profiling

Profiling custom ERP ABAP/PLSQL/NetWeaver code
Optimizing workflows and background jobs
Reducing transaction response times
Case Study: Custom module optimization in Microsoft Dynamics
ERP code profiling exercises

Module 4: Monitoring & Metrics

Real-time system monitoring tools
KPI dashboards for ERP performance
Resource usage and capacity planning
Case Study: Monitoring SAP S/4HANA system performance
Configuring monitoring dashboards

Module 5: Batch Processing & Job Scheduling

Identifying bottlenecks in batch processing
Optimizing background jobs and scheduling
Managing large-scale transaction loads
Case Study: Batch processing optimization in Oracle ERP
Job scheduling optimization exercise

Module 6: ERP Integration Optimization

Performance impact of third-party integrations
API and middleware performance tuning
Data transfer and synchronization optimization
Case Study: Performance tuning of ERP-SCM integration
API load testing and optimization

Module 7: Stress & Load Testing

Designing ERP stress test scenarios
Load balancing and concurrency management
Analyzing system resilience under peak loads
Case Study: SAP HANA load testing in a retail ERP
Conducting stress tests and interpreting results

Module 8: Proactive Performance Management

Implementing automated alerts and anomaly detection
Continuous performance improvement strategies
Reporting and visualization of performance trends
Case Study: ERP performance improvement roadmap
Setting up proactive monitoring workflows

Training Methodology

This course employs a participatory and hands-on approach to ensure practical learning, including:

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 19 2026

19 Oct — 23 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000