What does the Realize phase primarily involve?

The Realize phase in the SAP Activate Methodology is fundamentally centered around building and configuring the solution. This phase is where the actual development of the system occurs, encompassing the transformation of design specifications into a functional environment. During this phase, the configuration settings are applied, necessary custom developments are created, and testing is performed to ensure that the system meets the defined requirements.

This phase also typically involves the integration of various components, data migration, and the validation of the solution through unit testing and integration testing. This hands-on approach is essential, as it turns theoretical designs into operational solutions that can be reviewed, refined, and prepared for deployment.

The focus on building and configuring the solution distinguishes the Realize phase from other phases that might concentrate on strategic assessments, communication, or resource management, which are critical during their specific phases but do not encapsulate the core activities of Realize.