SAP IS-H will be discontinued in 2030: How to future-proof your hospital IT now

26.01.2026

Consulting, Future Healthcare, Healthcare and MedTech Consulting, Industries

For more than three decades, SAP IS-H (Industry Solution – Healthcare) has been the backbone of many hospital information systems. The solution supports institutions in patient management, billing, and integration into financial and logistics processes. It was particularly widespread in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

With SAP’s decision to discontinue IS-H by 2030, the healthcare industry is facing a profound change. What initially looks like a risk turns out, on closer inspection, to be a unique opportunity for digital renewal.

Why SAP is breaking new ground

SAP is consistently focusing its development on S/4HANA – the modern ERP platform with real-time analytics, cloud integration, and an intuitive user interface. In the future, industry-specific solutions such as IS-H will no longer be supplemented by SAP itself, but by partner solutions.

IS-H is based on the older ERP Central Component (ECC), whose support ends in 2027 and can only be extended until 2030 at an additional cost. This makes it clear that a system change is inevitable in the long term.

SAP is also relying on a growing ecosystem of specialized providers who offer industry-specific functionalities. Hospitals must therefore reorient themselves and establish strategic technology partnerships.

	Alternative to SAP IS-H	Region	Description	Highlights
1	CGM CLINICAL (CompuGroup Medical)	Strong presence in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland	Modular design, highly interoperable, and designed for easy integration into existing IT landscapes. Offers complete administrative and clinical workflows.	Actively marketed as the direct successor to SAP IS-H – with strong local support.
2	CLINIXX® (AMC GmbH)	DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland)	Web-based, customizable, and offers a complete hospital management suite. Can be used both in the cloud and on-premise.	Known for fast implementation and high flexibility, especially in medium-sized hospitals.
3	Meona / i.s.h.med Successors (NEXUS Group)	Growing in Germany and internationally	Offers clinical documentation and medication management; often used as part of migrations from SAP systems.	Often considered as part of hybrid strategies with SAP S/4HANA in the backend.
4	ebody	Austria and parts of Europe	Strengths lie in scheduling, patient management, and resource planning.	Developed with a modern user interface and mobile-first approach.
5	InterSystems TrakCare	Used worldwide, with a strong presence in the Asia-Pacific region, the Middle East, and Europe	Comprehensive electronic health record (EHR) that integrates clinical, administrative, and financial data.	Designed for international use, with multilingual and multi-site capabilities.
6	Soarian Health (Siemens Healthineers)	Global	Deep clinical integration, scalable architecture, and already in use at university hospitals and large hospital networks.	Well suited for facilities already using Siemens diagnostic solutions.
7	ORBIS (Dedalus Group)	Europe	Modular EHR system covering the entire patient pathway.	Dedalus is a major European provider in the healthcare IT sector and is increasingly positioning itself as a leading alternative to SAP IS-H.
8	VistA (Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture)	Mainly in the US, but gaining importance worldwide in open source projects	Open source, highly customizable, and cost-effective for large healthcare systems.	Particularly suitable for organizations with strong internal IT resources.

Actively shaping the transformation of hospital IT

The discontinuation of SAP IS-H is more than just the end of a familiar solution. It is a clear call for renewal. With early planning, experienced partners, and a clear migration concept, the transition can be made not only smooth but also profitable.

A planned and structured transition minimizes risks and creates added value.

Start system selection and migration planning in good time.
Take advantage of the experience of SAP and healthcare IT partners.
Consider long-term operating and training costs.
Introduce new systems gradually and actively train your staff.
Rely on standards such as HL7 FHIR for smooth data exchange.
Data protection and IT security must remain top priorities.

Those who take a structured approach to hospital IT transformation can seize the opportunity to take their digital infrastructure to a new level. The future of healthcare IT belongs to those institutions that take action now and see change as an opportunity.

SAP IS-H will be discontinued in 2030: How to future-proof your hospital IT now

Why SAP is breaking new ground

Why SAP is breaking new ground

What the discontinuation means for your hospital IT

Alternatives to SAP IS-H

Actively shaping the transformation of hospital IT

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