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SAP SuccessFactors HR Transformation at Arabian Drilling Company

By Adam Ingram, Research Analyst — Warehouse, Transportation & Yard Systems · Supply Chain Research

Case study of how Arabian Drilling Company digitized HR processes using SAP SuccessFactors to consolidate employee data and automate workflows.

Published
June 4, 2026
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3 min read
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SAP
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Arabian Drilling Company implemented SAP SuccessFactors Compensation, Employee Central, Onboarding, Performance & Goals, and Recruiting modules. The project replaced paper-based HR systems with a single cloud platform integrated to on-premise payroll. Results include 95% faster overtime and expense processing, full digitalization of manual processes, and improved workforce visibility across 30+ locations and 3,435 employees.

Key takeaways

Consolidated HR data into one system of record for 3,435 employees

Automated overtime and expense payments, achieving 95% faster processing

Enabled hybrid cloud and on-premise payroll while meeting local compliance

Improved employee engagement through self-service access to HR profiles

Supported rapid workforce growth with streamlined recruitment and training

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