SAC Custom Widget Development Services

Expert SAP Analytics Cloud custom widget development, third-party API integration, and branded analytics component creation.

SAC Custom Widget Development

Extend SAP Analytics Cloud with Custom Visualizations

While SAC offers powerful out-of-box visualizations, sometimes you need something unique - a specialized chart type, integration with third-party services, or a branded component that matches your corporate identity. That’s where custom widgets come in.

What Are SAC Custom Widgets?

Custom widgets are user-built components that extend SAC’s visualization capabilities using:

  • JavaScript for logic and interactivity
  • HTML/CSS for structure and styling
  • SAC Widget SDK for integration with SAC platform
  • Third-party libraries (D3.js, Chart.js, etc.)

Our Custom Widget Services

Bespoke Widget Development

We design and build custom widgets tailored to your exact requirements:

    • Requirements analysis and design mockups
    • Widget architecture and technical design
    • JavaScript/HTML/CSS development
    • SAC platform integration
    • Testing across browsers and devices
    • Documentation and knowledge transfer
    • Deployment to SAC tenant

Typical Timeline: 2-4 weeks per widget depending on complexity

Widget Types We Build

Advanced Visualizations

  • Custom chart types (sunburst, sankey, chord diagrams)
  • Industry-specific visualizations (financial markets, supply chain)
  • Animated and interactive graphics
  • 3D visualizations
  • Geographic maps with custom layers

Interactive Components

  • Advanced filters and selectors
  • Custom input controls
  • What-if scenario simulators
  • Interactive calculators
  • Guided analytics workflows

Integration Widgets

  • Third-party API displays (weather, stock prices, social media)
  • External database queries
  • Web service integrations
  • Real-time data feeds
  • IoT sensor data visualizations

Branded Components

  • Corporate-styled chart templates
  • Custom color palettes and themes
  • Logo and brand element integration
  • Industry-specific templates
  • White-label analytics components

Our Development Process

1. Discovery & Design (Week 1)

  • Requirements workshop
  • Use case validation
  • Design mockups and prototypes
  • Technical feasibility assessment
  • Timeline and cost estimation

2. Development (Weeks 2-3)

  • Widget scaffold setup
  • Core functionality development
  • SAC SDK integration
  • Styling and branding
  • Unit testing

3. Integration & Testing (Week 3-4)

  • SAC story integration
  • Data binding configuration
  • Cross-browser testing
  • Performance optimization
  • User acceptance testing

4. Deployment & Training (Week 4)

  • Widget deployment to SAC
  • User documentation
  • Developer handover documentation
  • Training for story designers
  • Post-deployment support

Widget Capabilities

Data Integration

  • Bind to SAC data models
  • Access dimensions and measures
  • Handle data selections
  • Filter and aggregate data
  • Real-time data updates

Interactivity

  • User input handling (clicks, hovers, selections)
  • Drill-down and drill-through
  • Cross-widget communication
  • Custom tooltips
  • Animation and transitions

Styling

  • Responsive design (desktop, tablet, mobile)
  • Theme support (light/dark mode)
  • Custom color palettes
  • Corporate branding
  • Accessibility compliance

Performance

  • Efficient data handling
  • Lazy loading for large datasets
  • Canvas vs. SVG optimization
  • Memory management
  • Caching strategies

Technology Stack

Core Technologies

  • JavaScript (ES6+)
  • HTML5 & CSS3
  • SAC Custom Widget SDK
  • SAC RESTful APIs

Visualization Libraries

  • D3.js (data-driven documents)
  • Chart.js (simple charts)
  • Plotly.js (scientific charts)
  • Three.js (3D graphics)
  • Leaflet (maps)

Development Tools

  • VS Code with SAC extension
  • Git for version control
  • ESLint for code quality
  • Webpack for bundling
  • SAC Designer for testing

Example Use Cases

Financial Services

Custom Risk Dashboard Widget

  • Multi-dimensional risk visualization
  • Real-time market data integration
  • Compliance reporting components
  • Alert indicators with thresholds

Manufacturing

Production Line Monitor

  • Real-time IoT sensor data display
  • Equipment status visualizations
  • OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) gauges
  • Downtime tracking components

Retail

Store Performance Heatmap

  • Geographic store performance overlay
  • Foot traffic patterns
  • Inventory level indicators
  • Customer satisfaction scores

Healthcare

Patient Flow Visualization

  • Hospital bed utilization
  • Wait time analytics
  • Resource allocation maps
  • Appointment scheduling widgets

Widget Examples We’ve Built

Network Graph Widget

Challenge: Visualize complex supplier relationships
Solution: D3.js force-directed graph with drill-down
Result: Executives can explore supplier networks interactively

Custom Gauge Widget

Challenge: Brand-specific KPI gauges matching corporate design
Solution: SVG-based animated gauges with custom styling
Result: Consistent brand experience across all dashboards

Weather Integration Widget

Challenge: Display weather data affecting logistics
Solution: Third-party weather API integration with forecasts
Result: Real-time weather context for supply chain decisions

Financial Waterfall Chart

Challenge: Complex P&L waterfall not available in SAC
Solution: Custom waterfall with variance calculations
Result: CFO can analyze financial variances at a glance

Why Choose Varnika for Custom Widgets?

JavaScript Expertise

Deep knowledge of modern JavaScript, frameworks, and visualization libraries.

SAC SDK Mastery

Extensive experience with SAC Custom Widget SDK and platform APIs.

Design Excellence

We build widgets that are both beautiful and performant.

Widget Development Best Practices

    • Responsive Design - Work seamlessly across desktop, tablet, mobile
    • Performance Optimization - Handle large datasets efficiently
    • Error Handling - Graceful degradation when data unavailable
    • Accessibility - WCAG compliance, keyboard navigation, screen readers
    • Documentation - Clear usage guides for story designers
    • Versioning - Proper version control and upgrade paths
    • Browser Compatibility - Test across Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge

Pricing Models

Single Widget Development

Fixed-price based on complexity:

  • Simple Widget (basic chart, minimal interaction): $2,000 - $4,000
  • Medium Widget (custom viz, moderate interactivity): $4,000 - $8,000
  • Complex Widget (API integration, advanced features): $8,000 - $15,000+

Widget Portfolio Package

Discounted rate for multiple widgets developed together.

Retainer for Ongoing Development

Monthly retainer for continuous widget development and enhancement.

Pricing estimates - actual cost determined after requirements analysis

Widget Maintenance & Support

Post-Deployment Support

  • Bug fixes (30-day warranty included)
  • SAC platform update compatibility
  • Performance monitoring
  • User support

Enhancement Services

  • Feature additions
  • Design updates
  • Performance optimization
  • Integration with new data sources

Case Study Preview

Global Retail Chain
Challenge: Need custom heatmap showing store performance with weather overlay
Solution: Custom widget integrating SAC data with weather API
Results: Identified weather impact on sales, optimized staffing by weather forecast

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Widget Development FAQs

Q: How long does it take to develop a custom widget?
A: Simple widgets: 1-2 weeks. Medium complexity: 2-4 weeks. Complex widgets with API integration: 4-8 weeks.

Q: Can widgets access external APIs?
A: Yes, but with CORS restrictions. We implement proxy services or SAP BTP integration when needed.

Q: Do you provide source code?
A: Yes, full source code delivered with documentation. You own all IP.

Q: Can widgets be reused across multiple SAC stories?
A: Absolutely. Once deployed, widgets are available to all story designers in your tenant.

Q: What happens when SAC updates?
A: We test widgets with new SAC releases. Minor updates usually have no impact. We provide compatibility updates if needed.

Q: Can you modify existing widgets we built in-house?
A: Yes, we can review, optimize, and enhance existing custom widgets.

Ready to Build Your Custom Widget?

Let’s discuss your visualization requirements and how custom widgets can enhance your SAC analytics experience.

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