In this insightful episode of the SAP Cloud ERP podcast, host Jennifer Frank McGrory, SAP Go-To Market Lead sits down with David Robinson, President and Chief Revenue Officer of SAP Cloud ERP. They discuss how SAP is helping businesses unlock growth and innovation through the SAP Business Suite. With 25+ years of ERP experience, David shares his perspective on SAP’s evolution from on-premise systems to a future-ready, AI-powered cloud platform. Jennifer and David dive into how SAP’s “AI-first” a...
Jun 03, 2025•31 min•Season 9Ep. 119
In this insightful episode of the Let’s Talk Data Podcast by SAP, host Niklas Siemer is joined by Shabana Samsudheen to explore the exciting new Knowledge Graph Engine in SAP HANA Cloud. The conversation dives deep into what knowledge graphs are, how they transform data analysis, and the value they unlock for organizations already using HANA Cloud—or considering it. Together, they break down key concepts like multi-model data processing, real-time insights, and the seamless integration of relati...
May 15, 2025•35 min•Ep. 118
In this episode of SAP Let’s Talk Data, host Daniel Dukes sits down with the 2024 Dota 2 World Champions—Team Liquid—for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how data is redefining competitive eSports. Joining the discussion are Team Liquid’s Dota (Defense of the Agents) analyst and coach Mathis Friesel (Jabbz) and Dota player Samuel Svahn (Boxi), along with SAP Dota Developer Maik Vogt. The conversation unpacks how real-time analytics, rapid innovation, and co-developed tools give Team Liquid...
Apr 17, 2025•44 min•Season 9Ep. 117
In Part 2 of the latest Let’s Talk Cloud ERP podcast, host Jennifer Frank McGrory continues her chat with Bill Piotrowski and Chris Perry of IBM about IBM’s ambitious transformation journey as it modernizes its global operations with SAP S/4HANA. Over 18 months, IBM executed a complex migration using an innovative Rapid Discovery approach, combining selective data migration, automation, and AI-driven tools to streamline the process. Led by IBM Consulting, the transition leveraged SNP’s Bluefield...
Apr 15, 2025•24 min•Ep. 116
In Part 1of the latest Let’s Talk Cloud ERP podcast, host Jennifer Frank McGrory chats with Bill Piotrowski and Chris Perry of IBM about IBM’s ambitious transformation journey as it modernizes its global operations with SAP S/4HANA. As a tech giant with a complex enterprise landscape, IBM is leveraging cloud, AI, and automation to enhance efficiency, agility, and innovation. Join us as we dive into why this shift was necessary, the challenges of migrating from legacy systems, and how IBM is embr...
Mar 27, 2025•24 min•Ep. 115
The episode features Jennifer Frank McGrory speaking with Steve Birgfeld, Vice President of IT and Services of Blue Diamond Growers., a leading agricultural cooperative and almond processor. They discuss the company's journey through digital transformation and the role of technology in enhancing its operations, customer experience, and market reach. Steve and Jen dive into how Blue Diamond Growers embraced digital transformation to address industry challenges, improve efficiency, and meet custom...
Dec 26, 2024•26 min•Ep. 114
In this episode of the SAP Let's Talk Data podcast, host Corrie Birkeness is joined by experts Andreas Seifried (Product Manager at SAP) and Kai Hüner (CTO of CDQ) as they discuss the critical role of automation and data quality in master data management (MDM). They dive into the value of automation in master data management (MDM) and the critical role of high-quality, trusted data in enabling reliable and efficient automation. They explore the challenges of manual data management, such as error...
Dec 18, 2024•17 min•Ep. 113
In this episode on modern manufacturing, we dive into AdvanSix’s journey with SAP’s Cloud ERP through the "Rise with SAP" offering. Our guest, Laura Lambeseder, an SAP S/4HANA Program Leader, shares a behind-the-scenes look at how AdvanSix—a fully integrated chemical manufacturing companyis approaching its digital transformation with cloud ERP. Listeners will hear about the strategic goals and benefits AdvanSix aims to achieve with their move to a cloud-based ERP solution, coupled with the chall...
Dec 03, 2024•32 min•Ep. 112
In this episode of the SAP Let's Talk Data podcast, we explore how Master Data Management (MDM) is essential for leveraging modern technologies like Data Fabric and Artificial Intelligence (AI). While Data Fabric connects data across systems for real-time access, and AI offers powerful insights, their success depends on a solid MDM foundation. Hosted by Corrie Birkeness, this episode is uniquely AI-generated and provides an in-depth look at why foundational data practices are more important than...
Nov 12, 2024•8 min•Ep. 111
In this podcast episode, Terry Penner and Jürgen Butsmann discuss the latest developments in SAP Business AI for SAP S/4HANA, and SAP BTP. The conversation focuses on how Artificial Intelligence is evolving at SAP, with particular attention to large language models (LLMs) and their growing application in SAP cloud ERP and SAP BTP solutions. Speakers: Jürgen Butsmann is part of the SAP S/4HANA Cloud Product Marketing team responsible for AI in the context of SAP S/4HANA, finance and digital suppl...
Nov 12, 2024•17 min•Ep. 110
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating history and ongoing evolution of the T. Marzetti Company and its partnership with major top named brands enhanced by Rise with SAP. Host Jennifer Frank McGrory, SAP Go-To Market Lead and The T. Marzetti Company’s CIO Liam Durbin explore the company’s rich history of women in leadership, its diverse product offerings, and its innovative approach to partnerships and product development. Join us as we uncover how T. Marzetti has grown into a nearly $2 b...
Aug 30, 2024•36 min•Ep. 109
Join Matthew Zenus, Global Vice President – SAP HANA & Persistency, Product Management and Strategy, and Daniel Dukes, Senior Product Marketing Director, as they reminisce on SAP HANA and the bright future of SAP HANA Cloud. Enjoy a time of personal stories, candid advice, and forward thinking from these two veterans. For anyone considering SAP HANA Cloud or even a current customer, this conversation is a must hear as SAP HANA Cloud is enabling industry leading advancements that are shaping ...
Aug 14, 2024•24 min•Season 8Ep. 108
A clean core helps customers keep up with the competition and use SAP S/4HANA standard features whenever possible and provides an easier way to keep getting updates without breaking business-specific functionality. During this podcast, Sue Waite, Senior Director for North American Center of Excellence, Business Technology Platform solutions at SAP, and David Sentance, Associate Partner and Head of Data & Analytics at Camelot Management Consultants, will discuss how enterprise data management...
May 15, 2024•27 min•Season 8Ep. 107
Guest host, Erik Lossbroek, is joined by Satya Jayadev, CIO of Skyworks, who shares insights into Skyworks transformation journey and adoption of Rise with SAP. Satya discusses challenges, emphasizing organizational change management and governance. Satya explores the partnership between Skyworks, SAP, and Deloitte and envisions the post-go-live roadmap, focusing on efficiencies and innovation. Don't miss this episode for valuable insights into the intersection of technology and business in the ...
May 07, 2024•21 min•Ep. 106
SAP experts discuss best practices and practical approaches for migrating data and master data management with SAP S/4HANA and SAP Business Technology Platform. SAP experts discuss best practices and practical approaches for migrating data and master data management with SAP S/4HANA and SAP Business Technology Platform. Speakers: Randy Connelly - Global Data Governance Practice Lead, Syniti Bill Todd - Principal Solutions Advisor, SAP Terry Penner - Marketing and Solutions, SAP BTP Part 1: Data ...
Apr 30, 2024•39 min•Season 8Ep. 105
Listen as SAP data experts, Gebhard Roos, Maria Villar, and Tina Rosario discuss the concepts that fall under the umbrella of “Data as a Product.” They will converse on the nuances and value of various approaches to data sharing, including democratization, monetization, and data marketplaces, with both inside and outside views. Host: Corrie Birkeness Speakers: Gebhard Roos – Product Manager for SAP Datasphere Data Marketplace Maria Villar – Head of North America Data Strategy and Transformation ...
Apr 17, 2024•31 min•Ep. 104
SAP experts discuss SAP S/4HANA extensions best practices and SAP Build Code. Topics discussed: Introduction to S/4HANA Extensions Best Practices What is Clean Core Extensibility Options and Best Practices for S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition customers Advantages and disadvantages of on-stack vs using BTP tools Extensibility changes for S/4HANA over the past few years. Best practices for UI-focused applications and mobile services with SAP S/4HANA SAP Build Code for SAP S/4HANA developers What is A...
Apr 02, 2024•33 min•Ep. 103
Hear from SAP Gold partner, AG Consultancy and Apps, on their continued delivery of successful customer engagements and technical and commercial expertise in the enterprise application development and automation space. Discover the community RPA bots created by AG and how Enterprise Automation from SAP can elevate your existing app and automation investments. Speakers: Nick Champion - Co-Founder & Director, AG Consultancy and Apps Rahul Kumar - Technical Solution Lead, AG Consultancy and App...
Mar 20, 2024•22 min•Season 8Ep. 102
While companies know that managing their data is essential, it can also be tough – and technology is not necessarily the hardest part, it is the people and the process. Join, Maria Villar, Head of North America Data Strategy and Transformation at SAP, and Vinny Maurici, Vice President of Data Engineering at Object Edge as they discuss current challenges companies experience when developing a data strategy and an approach to developing one that is outcome-driven. Host: Corrie Birkeness Speakers: ...
Mar 14, 2024•36 min•Season 8Ep. 101
Hear from Andy Hayler, Practice Lead – Data as an Asset at Bloor Research, and Markus Kuppe, VP & Chief Product Owner for SAP Master Data Governance, and Corrie Birkeness, Senior Director Master Data Product & Solution Marketing at SAP, as they discuss various master data management (MDM) market trends. They will discuss what is happening relative to automation, AI as well as approaches to more flexible, modular MDM deployments and a business data fabric. They will discuss what the trend...
Dec 21, 2023•23 min•Ep. 100
Organizations are on a quest to a modern technology stack. This includes integration, which is the glue that brings it all together. Yet, selling the value of integration can get technical too quickly and hard to articulate. Understanding the business and technical benefits of integration and how they translate into business value is key to building the case for investment in this technology and in a broader digital platform. In this episode, Shari Lava, Research Director at IDC, discusses with ...
Dec 16, 2023•24 min•Ep. 99
Learn about Carhartt and their journey to modernize their integration solutions. Hear how they leveraged the SAP Migration Factory program to assess their migration from SAP Process Orchestration/Integration to SAP Integration Suite, their migration off the SAP Business Technology Platform, Neo environment and plans for the future. Speakers: Saravanan Subramanian – EAI Architect, Carhartt Sri Pedamallu – SAP Global Center of Excellence Executive, Carhartt Arti Gopalan – Director of Product Manag...
Dec 13, 2023•11 min•Season 7Ep. 98
Terry Penner and Jürgen Butsmann discuss the AI priorities, practical applications, and key use cases for SAP S/4HANA and SAP BTP Speakers: Jürgen Butsmann – Director Solutions Management SAP S/4HANA, SAP SE. Terry Penner - Marketing and Solutions, SAP Business Technology Platform Call to Action: Learn more about SAP BTP for S/4HANA and RISE at SAP BTP for S/4HANA...
Nov 29, 2023•32 min•Season 7Ep. 97
In this episode of Let’s Talk Cloud, ERP, host Jennifer Frank McGrory speaks with Sancho Neves-Graca, a solution architect at Lund Mining Corporation, about the company’s ERP transformation journey. Facing challenges with a fragmented application landscape and legacy systems, Lund Mining turned to SAP S/4HANA, a multi-cloud strategy, and application rationalization to streamline operations. Sancho discusses the complexities of mining operations across different locations and how Lund Mining adop...
Nov 27, 2023•22 min•Ep. 96
Join Dr. Thomas C. Redman , aka “the Data Doc,” President of Data Quality Solutions, and Kim Huth-Ziegler and Autumn Moss from the Global Product and Solution marketing team as they discuss an article written by Tom Redman titled “Bad Data Costs the U.S. $3 Trillion Per Year.” In the original article, published in September of 2016, consideration is given to the astronomical cost of bad data in the U.S. Companies are spending more than ever to correct mistakes in data, but have also absorbed the...
Nov 21, 2023•29 min•Ep. 95
Learn how SAP Integration Suite enables more efficient & scalable business processes while safeguarding your existing skills and investments. Yesterday's integration solutions aren't built for today's challenges. In this episode, we'll explore: How modern integration technologies like SAP Integration Suite can help you deliver innovative business solutions more efficiently What migration best practices & assessment, migration, & test tools are available to accelerate migration to SAP...
Nov 13, 2023•15 min•Ep. 94
Hear how SAP data and analytics solutions help you on your journey to achieving intelligent, integrated, end-to-to end business processes and delivering meaningful data to every data consumer in your organization. During this session, we'll discuss SAP’s strategy and data management portfolio in support of master data management and the creation of a business data fabric to broaden data access and trust across enterprises, without compromising data integrity and compliance. Join a discussion wit...
Oct 27, 2023•17 min•Ep. 93
Prebuilt content is the perfect jumpstart for customers; it’s a proven solution that has already helped many businesses. Outstanding projects can often last a couple of years, creating an unnecessary gap between idea and execution. delaware created prebuilt business content for SAP Datasphere that provides users with more control of their data and brings business and IT together in a platform to address today’s ever-changing business needs. Speakers: Simon Vandelanotte: GTM Lead for SAP Data &am...
Oct 25, 2023•21 min•Ep. 92
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations are facing unprecedented challenges in managing their finances effectively. Whether it's optimizing budgets, forecasting cash flows, or analyzing complex financial data, change in working capital requirement the demand for accurate and timely insights has never been greater. To address these challenges, learn how Aumento Technologies has leveraged SAP Analytics Cloud and SAP Datasphere in ‘FINVERSE’, a pre-built solution that business...
Oct 19, 2023•16 min•Season 7Ep. 91
Join me today as I speak with Len Harms, CXO at Rizing. Much like its name, Len will share the firm’s trajectory into expanding geographies and capabilities. Discover how their growth has translated into business transformation supported by RISE with SAP S/4HANA, public cloud edition. Gain insight into how Rizing enables their business and clients to optimize and standardize processes across the globe to achieve a truly intelligent enterprise. Speakers: Len Harms – CXO, Rizing Jennifer Frank McG...
Oct 05, 2023•21 min•Ep. 90
