Safilo: “Safilo global growth with Aeonvis.”
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For more than ten years, Aeonvis has been supporting Safilo Group’s global growth and the management of a complex international ecosystem through the implementation and evolution of SAP solutions. In the area of SAP solutions, Aeonvis, through several successful projects, has contributed to the implementation of a scalable and integrated vertical ERP platform for the Fashion Industry.
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Safilo Group chooses Aeonvis to support it in global growth through implementation
and evolution of SAP solutions
THE CLIENT
Safilo Group: global player in eyewear
Safilo is a global eyewear player that has been creating, manufacturing and distributing sunglasses, prescription frames, helmets, goggles and outdoor eyewear for more than 90 years.
Thanks to a data-driven approach, Safilo transcends the traditional boundaries of the eyewear industry: Italian design, stylistic, technical and industrial innovation and the latest generation of digital platforms are merged in one company.
The Group operates in:
- Direct branches in 40 countries and a network of more than 40 partners in 70 other countries
- 5 design studios (Padua, Milan, New York, Hong Kong, Portland)
- More than 30 brands in the portfolio, including proprietary and licensed brands
- Distribution channel reaching more than 100,000 outlets worldwide
- 983.4 Million € net sales in 2025
- +3,600 employees
THE CHALLENGE
Scalability in a highly competitive global environment
Safilo’s international dimension and the complex scenarios affecting the eyewear industry have necessitated the consolidation of a robust, scalable technology infrastructure based on vertical SAP ERP solutions for the fashion industry.
Main requirements:
- Support international roll-outs of the SAP ERP system across multiple countries and regions, ensuring governance and consistency
- Manage dynamic and articulated operating models
- Ensure business continuity as legacy systems are phased out
- Accompanying the transition to HANA for Fashion in a structured and secure manner
The strategic goal is to govern innovation and technological complexity while maintaining flexibility and speed of execution in an ever-changing global environment, ensuring continuity of operations.
THE SOLUTION
SAP HANA for Fashion and a long-term strategic partnership
Aeonvis has been working with Safilo since 2013 and has participated in the evolution program that led the company to embrace SAP technologies with its first vertical for Fashion (SAP AFS).
Over time, Aeonvis has become a strategic partner for System Integration and Application Management (AMS) activities.
What we did:
International SAP implementations and roll-outs
- Design of reference models for S/4 HANA branches.
- Deployment of SAP AFS (Apparel & Footwear Solution) and SAP HANA for Fashion
- Implementation of the intercompany model between headquarters and regional branches
- Integration of major eCommerce channels and marketplaces
Application Management Services (AMS)
- Ongoing support for SAP platform evolution and optimization
- Maintenance of more than ten SAP projects per year with structured governance
- 10+ Aeonvis resources dedicated to development and support each year
Governance and Core Model
A solid core model and structured governance have enabled Safilo to manage numerous simultaneous projects from year to year, ensuring:
- Consistency between global implementations
- Scalability without compromising performance
- Control over multi-regional IT complexity
THE RESULT
An integrated, flexible and data-driven SAP platform
Through a multi-year partnership with Aeonvis, Safilo has consolidated a robust and scalable technology infrastructure based on market-leading SAP platforms.
The partnership between Safilo and Aeonvis is a virtuous example of long-term strategic collaboration in the fashion industry.
Concrete benefits include:
- Increased operational efficiency: a centralized and scalable ERP system that reduces fragmentation and redundancies
- Simplified international roll-outs: standardized processes based on a “core model” that ensure continuity and governance
- Continuous technology evolution: transition to SAP S/4HANA supported by a reliable, long-term technology partner
