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TechEd #7: The Hidden Risk in Every SAP Transformation — Organizational Change Management

Nov 13, 2026 18 min

Recorded live at SAP TechEd, this episode of Inside SAP Cloud ERP zooms in on the dimension of SAP transformations that gets the least attention — and causes the most damage when ignored: Organizational Change Management. Host Fernanda Rodrigues sits down with Mathias Ferber, Organizational Change Management Lead at Cpro, a German SAP consulting firm, to unpack why even technically flawless go-lives can fall apart the moment real users open the system. From employees quietly retreating to Excel, to automation fears that quietly drain project momentum, to leadership failing to answer the most fundamental question — why are we doing this? — Mathias lays out the human blockers that routinely derail SAP projects. The conversation also tackles what genuine AI readiness looks like in practice: not a feature switch, but a people-first journey that starts well before the first agent goes live. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update, leave your comments and your quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

TechEd #6: Five Days to a Working AI Solution — Inside SAP's Forward Deployed Engineering Model

Nov 11, 2026 23 min

Recorded live at SAP TechEd 2026 in Berlin, this episode of Inside SAP Cloud ERP gets to the heart of what the autonomous enterprise actually looks like when it's working. Host Yannick speaks with Sindhu Gangadharan, Head of Customer Industry Solutions at SAP and Managing Director of SAP Labs India — a 27-year SAP veteran who has led everything from SAP's integration portfolio to its Intelligent Enterprise strategy. Sindhu lays out a clear and compelling arc of how ERP has evolved: from a system of record that captured the past, to a system of insight that flagged what might happen next, to what she describes today as a system of action. She then brings that vision to life through SAP's Industry AI organization and its Forward Deployed Engineering model, where small expert pods embed directly inside customer environments and move from scoping to a working proof of concept in weeks — sometimes days.Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update, leave your comments and your quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

TechEd #5: Already Half There — How SAP Partners Are Leading the AI Agent Revolution

Nov 9, 2026 14 min

Recorded live at SAP TechEd 2026 in Berlin, this episode of Inside SAP Cloud ERP goes inside the SAP partner ecosystem to explore how partners are shaping the autonomous enterprise — not just enabling it. Host Yannick Peterschmitt speaks with Alessandro Sabidussi, Head of Global Cloud ERP Partner Excellence Services at SAP, who opens with a reframe: the shift to an AI-centric mindset isn't a disruption, it's simply the next step in an evolution that most partners are already well into. Alessandro shares a striking data point — half of all agents published in SAP's Discovery Center are already built by partners, and the majority are deeply industry-specific, exactly where partners add the most value. He walks through the tools SAP is putting in partners' hands right now: Partner Opportunity Maps for self-directed investment decisions, SAP Grow Fast for pre-packaged fixed-scope engagements, and the Qualified Partner Package Solutions framework that lets partners publish qualified offerings directly on SAP.com. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update, leave your comments and your quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

TechEd# 4: Building AI Value in Your Cloud ERP Journey

Nov 6, 2026 11 min

Recorded live at SAP TechEd Berlin, this episode gets practical about one of the most common questions on every SAP transformation project right now: where do you actually start with AI? Mustafa Bensan, SAP champion and consultant, is currently in a QA role on a RISE with SAP migration for an automotive customer moving from legacy ERP to SAP Cloud ERP Private. He shares a refreshingly honest take on AI readiness in the field: most customers are still focused on reaching their target state first, and while the autonomous enterprise vision is compelling, it's not yet the immediate priority. But that doesn't mean AI has to wait. Mustafa explains how monitoring recurring operational issues — the tickets already being raised across manufacturing, finance, and supply chain — is a low-disruption way to surface real AI opportunities without pulling business teams away from their day jobs. He also makes the case for data governance culture coming before any tooling investment and shares his five-year outlook on where customers will realistically land. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update, leave your comments, and your quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

TechEd #3: Autonomous Enterprise and the SAP Skills & Talent Gap

Nov 5, 2026 18 min

Recorded live on keynote stage at SAP TechEd Berlin, this episode tackles a question hiding in plain sight: a self-running enterprise still needs people to build it, run it, and step in when things go wrong. So, who are those people and do we have enough of them? Watch this episode in video at TechEd's page: SAP TechEd Virtual - Session Catalog https://www.sap.com/events/teched/virtual/flow/sap/tev26/catalog/page/catalog/session/1792538140751001a1aH Host Fernanda Rodrigues sits down with Dr. Tamas Szirtes, SAP Mentor and Group Innovation Director at SOA People, and Sebastiano Marchesini, SAP Champion. Together they explore the crossroads of the autonomous enterprise and the SAP skills and talent gap. The conversation covers which SAP skills are becoming obsolete, which are now worth their weight in gold, and why change management keeps coming up as the answer nobody wants to hear. Sebastiano and Tamas also share how they approach learning in a landscape that moves faster than any one person can track — and what role community, mentorship, and events like TechEd play in closing the gap. Expect honest takes, practical advice, and one direct challenge: don't wait for anyone else to make the first move. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update, leave your comments, and your quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

TechEd #2 From Cloud ERP to Autonomous Enterprise: What SAP Partners Are Already Building

Nov 4, 2026 25 min

Recorded live on the main stage at SAP TechEd Berlin — and a historic first for Inside SAP Cloud ERP. This is the show's debut as a video podcast at TechEd, on a new series on the road to the autonomous enterprise. Watch the video podcast at TechEd's page: ⁠SAP TechEd Virtual - Session Catalog⁠ https://www.sap.com/events/teched/virtual/flow/sap/tev26/catalog/page/catalog/session/1792537932640001WPhv Joining the conversation are Florian Häußler, CEO of Innovabee, and Tom Cenens, SAP Mentor and Director at Amista, two partners who work daily with customers navigating the reality of AI-driven transformation. Does the autonomous enterprise resonate with customers? Florian shares a live production use case from the food manufacturing industry — using SAP AI Core to automate lab result processing into SAP Quality Management, with the human still in the loop. Tom walks through how AI is being used to handle incoming customer and supplier emails, draft replies, and avoid the kind of AI mishaps that erode trust fast. The conversation also covers Tom's candid, unfiltered feedback to SAP R&D executives at TechEd, how Florian is navigating AI adoption as a leader and people manager, and what both guests honestly think the SAP ecosystem will look like in 3 to 5 years. Plus: rapid-fire questions, the one thing to pack for the autonomous enterprise journey, and what it really means to build things that matter. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update, leave your comments, and your quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

TechEd #1: Natura's Path to Clean Core and AI Agents

Nov 2, 2026 17 min

Recorded live at SAP TechEd 2025 in Berlin, this episode brings a firsthand look at one of Latin America's most ambitious SAP transformations. Michael Uhlig, Solution Architect at Natura — the iconic beauty company behind the Natura and Avon brands, with 3.1 million consultants across eight countries — shares with host Fernanda Rodrigues the story behind "T4all" (Transformation for All): a full greenfield SAP Cloud ERP implementation covering five factories, 16 distribution centers, two brands, and eight countries. Michael explains why Natura chose greenfield over lift-and-shift, how a clean core mindset shaped every design decision, and what lessons from the Ecuador pilot reshaped their approach before tackling Brazil, their largest and highest-risk operation. He also walks through Natura's parallel AI journey: activating Joule across SAP S/4HANA Cloud, building early AI agents, establishing governance with AI Agent Hub, and pioneering a "Digital Twin" concept to free knowledge workers from repetitive questions and give them space to think strategically. If you're wondering where to start your own transformation, Michael's advice is simple: just start. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update, leave your comments and your quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

PET 2026 #11: Best Practices to Real Results: Scenario Modeling & AI in SAP Cloud ERP Procurement with Deloitte

Oct 27, 2026 13 min

In this episode of Inside SAP Cloud ERP, Aleksa Mišić (Deloitte) shares insights from his work in sourcing and procurement, exploring how AI capabilities in SAP Cloud ERP can improve supplier communication, document-driven workflows, and end-user efficiency. He discusses how AI can help users better understand business processes, find relevant information, manage documents, and support supplier evaluation. Aleksa also explores how SAP Signavio and process modeling help visualize SAP Best Practices, align stakeholders, and bridge the gap between standard processes and customer-specific requirements in SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition projects. He closes with practical advice for first-time implementation teams, emphasizing the value of SAP standards, documentation, and a clean core approach. What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to insides4@sap.com.

PET 2026 #10: Business Data Cloud & Predict AI: SAP S/4HANA Data Foundations in Practice with Scheer Group

Oct 23, 2026 10 min

Recorded live at the SAP Product Expert Training in St. Leon Rot, this episode features AI solution advisor Apostolos Konsolakis (Scheer Group), who explains where AI fits in SAP S/4HANA Cloud today and why real value starts with the right data foundation. Discover why structured and purposeful data matters, how SAP's Business Data Cloud combines SAP and non-SAP data with business context, and hear real examples: turning multilingual PDFs into reporting-ready data, reducing entry errors, saving hundreds of hours, and improving planning with Predict AI on SAP BTP. What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to insides4@sap.com.

PET 2026 #9: Clean Data Before AI: What SAP Cloud ERP Projects Need with Cpro

Oct 21, 2026 16 min

Recorded live at the SAP Product Expert Training in St. Leon-Rot, Germany, this episode brings candid partner insights straight from the event floor — no slides, no script, just real talk about what makes SAP Cloud ERP implementations succeed or fail. Fernanda Rodrigues sits down with Henrik Voss, Lead Consultant and Finance Team Lead at Cpro Industry Projects & Solutions GmbH, and Robert Nickl, Project Manager and Solution Architect at the same firm. Together, they share the top lessons learned from mid-market manufacturing implementations of SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition. The conversation gets right to the point: cloud ERP is a change project, not an IT project — and more than half of a successful implementation comes down to the customer and how the project is managed. Henrik and Robert also unpack why overloading Phase 1 scope is one of the most common mistakes partners see, why data migration needs to start far earlier than most teams plan for, and why clean, consolidated data is the non-negotiable foundation before any AI initiative can deliver real value. The episode closes with a refreshingly honest take on what it means to be a consultant in a world where SAP is always two steps ahead. Register now for Product Expert Training: SAP Product Expert Training https://learning.sap.com/business-suite-product-expert-training Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update. On Spotify, join the conversation using the episode's Q&A and Poll; on Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

PET 2026 #8: From ERP Migration to Real Business Transformation

Oct 19, 2026 16 min

Recorded live at the SAP Product Expert Training in St. Leon-Rot, this episode features Paul Byrne, ERP veteran and Business Project Manager at Dragon ERP, joining host Yannick on International Podcast Day for a candid conversation about where the industry is headed — and what's holding organizations back. With 30+ years in the ERP world, Paul shares why he's more excited about technology today than at any point in his career. He and Yannick unpack SAP's vision for the Autonomous Enterprise — what Paul calls "Industry 6.0" — and explore how AI agents are already delivering real business value, from real-time inventory reallocation to streamlined decision-making. The conversation goes beyond the hype: why clean data still depends on human judgment, why moving to cloud ERP without true business transformation is just an expensive migration, and how tools like Joule and SAP Signavio are changing the user experience. Register now for PET: SAP Product Expert Training https://learning.sap.com/business-suite-product-expert-training Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update. On Spotify, join the conversation using the episode's Q&A and Poll; on Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

PT - PET 2026 #7: SAP Grow Fast e Go-Live em Semanas com Numen IT

Oct 16, 2026 24 min

Gravado durante o Product Expert Training da SAP na Alemanha, este episódio traz uma conversa franca sobre como o modelo Grow Fast está transformando as implementações do SAP Cloud ERP. A host Fernanda Rodrigues recebe Marcos Lontra, da SAP, Felipe Requião e Ricardo Lóra, da Numen IT — parceira SAP com operações no Brasil, nos EUA e na Europa. Juntos, percorrem a evolução das implementações de ERP em nuvem ao longo dos anos, o que tornou o modelo Grow Fast possível e como a adoção de best practices e o clean core são a base para ir ao ar entre 8 e 16 semanas. Mas o grande diferencial hoje é a IA: com o Joule for Consultants, a Numen IT reduziu em 80% o esforço com documentação. A conversa também aborda a realidade do mercado brasileiro, incluindo os desafios da reforma tributária, e os resultados concretos do Grow Fast já sendo implementado com sucesso no Brasil. Siga e assine o podcast no Spotify ou Apple Podcasts para não perder nenhum episódio. No Spotify, participe da conversa usando os recursos de Q&A e enquetes do episódio; no Apple Podcasts, uma avaliação rápida ajuda outras pessoas a descobrir o programa. Tem uma pergunta, sugestão de tema ou quer falar com a equipe? Escreva para insides4@sap.com — lemos todas as mensagens.

PET 2026 #6: SAP-managed System Provisioning: Overview and Early Adopter Insights feat. teamative

Oct 14, 2026 16 min

Recorded live at the SAP Product Expert Training in Germany, this episode tackles one of the most complex challenges in cloud ERP projects: who actually manages all those integrations? Host Yannick Peterschmitt is joined by Shivani Arali from SAP Product Management, Michael Wuertz, Senior Manager at SAP partner teamative, and Voicu Ganga from Cloud Customer EMEA. Together they break down SAP-managed System Provisioning: what it means for partners and customers to hand over integration complexity to SAP, and why that shift matters for real projects. The conversation covers the two scenarios already live: Workforce Management (SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition + SuccessFactors Employee Central) and Managed Operational Procurement (SAP S/4HANA + Ariba) — plus the incoming Opportunity to Order with Sales Cloud V2. Michael brings real-project perspective on what actually gets simplified, and the group digs into the data flowing between systems, the Early Adopter Care program, and what it takes to get a spot before it goes GA. Sign up for the Customer Influence & Adoption initiatives: SAP-managed Opportunity to Order SAP Managed Workforce Management SAP Managed Operational Procurement Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update. On Spotify, join the conversation using the episode's Q&A and Poll; on Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

PET 2026 #5: Beyond Customization – Rethinking SAP Cloud ERP Projects with All for One

Oct 12, 2026 10 min

Recorded live at SAP St. Leon - Rot in Germany, Markus speaks with Georg Strahlhofer from All for One about his key learnings from the Product Expert Training. They explore the shift toward AI-driven user interaction, the importance of partner influence and standard-first solutions, and how the parallel line can improve SAP S/4HANA Cloud implementation and data migration quality. Georg also shares practical AI-agent use cases in manufacturing, including optimizing routings and maintaining bill-of-materials master data with a human in the loop. Register now to PET: https://learning.sap.com/business-suite-product-expert-training https://learning.sap.com/business-suite-product-expert-training Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update. On Spotify, join the conversation using the episode's Q&A and Poll. On Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

PET 2026 #4: Parallel Line and SAP Joule in Practice with Syntax

Oct 8, 2026 12 min

Recorded live at the SAP Product Expert Training in St. Leon-Rot, this episode goes straight to the source: a real-world conversation with practitioners in the middle of customer implementations. Fernanda Rodrigues sits down with Joe Livezey, Global Head of Public Cloud Practice at Syntax, and Dennis Leslie, Head of the North American Product Success at SAP, to dig into two topics that matter a lot right now: parallel line strategy and Business AI adoption in SAP Cloud ERP. Dennis breaks down what parallel line actually is, why it's essential for any active implementation cycle, and how it protects your production environment. Joe shares concrete use cases from the field — from multi-division rollouts to data migration — and explains why merging back to the main line needs planning from day one. The conversation then shifts to AI: how Joule for Consultants is delivering 20%+ efficiency gains at Syntax, what SAP-managed Joule means for setup complexity, and where Joule Studio 2.0 and Joule Work are headed next. Honest feedback from customers included. Learn more about Syntax: Home | Syntax Deutschland https://www.syntax.com/de-de/ Understand Business AI: Generative AI | SAP Artificial Intelligence Innovations https://www.sap.com/products/artificial-intelligence/generative-ai.html Register now to Product Expert Training: Product Expert Training 2026 https://learning.sap.com/business-suite-product-expert-training Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update. On Spotify, join the conversation using the episode's Q&A and Poll; on Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

PET 2026 #3: AI Agents for Manufacturing & ERP feat. Agilita

Oct 6, 2026 11 min

Recorded live at SAP Product Expert Training in St. Leon-Rot, Germany, this episode brings a fresh perspective straight from the field. Christian Fox, Pre-Sales Consultant at Agilita Deutschland, joins the podcast with Markus Oertelt to share his impressions from the event — and the conversation quickly moves into the big questions shaping SAP's Cloud ERP landscape right now. From the real-world agent his team built for back-office automation, to what it actually takes for customers to choose SAP Cloud ERP, Christian brings a grounded, partner-side view of where AI fits in enterprise processes. The discussion digs into manufacturing use cases, the growing role of AI agents in production planning, and why being close to core business processes matters more than flashy summaries. He also shares what had him most excited at the PET — and what feature he'd build next if he had the chance. A candid, high-energy conversation recorded in the middle of a packed three-week training program. Register now for PET: https://learning.sap.com/business-suite-product-expert-training Learn more about Agilita: https://www.agilita.de/ | https://de.linkedin.com/company/agilita-ag Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update. On Spotify, join the conversation using the episode's Q&A and Poll; on Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

DE - PET 2026 #2: Variantenkonfiguration, KI und der Weg in die Public Cloud feat. delaware Germany

Oct 2, 2026 9 min

In dieser Folge von Inside SAP Cloud ERP spricht Martin Stocker live vom SAP Product Expert Training in St. Leon-Rot mit Siegbert Strauch, Solution Advisor bei delaware Germany. Siegbert bringt über 20 Jahre SAP-Erfahrung und einen Hintergrund als Maschinenbauingenieur mit. Im Gespräch geht es um die Herausforderungen der Fertigungsindustrie, von der Druck-, und Verpackungsindustrie bis hin zur Kunststoff-, und Metallverarbeitung. Im Mittelpunkt stehen die SAP Variantenkonfiguration, der Einsatz von KI zur Optimierung von Stammdaten und Arbeitsprozessen, sowie ein konkretes Kundenprojekt, bei dem der Wechsel in die SAP Public Cloud erfolgreich war. Ausserdem teilt Siegbert seine Einschätzung zum Return on Invest, zu KI-gestützten Add-Ons für die Produktentwicklung und zum Mehrwert des SAP Product Expert Trainings für Partner. Jetzt zum SAP Product Expert Training anmelden: Product Expert Training 2026 https://learning.sap.com/business-suite-product-expert-training

Kicking Off PET 2026: Deep Enablement as the Key to Cloud ERP and AI Value

Sep 28, 2026 25 min

In this special episode recorded live from the SAP offices in St. Leon-Rot, Germany, host Yannick Peterschmitt kicks off the H2 2026 Product Expert Training with two distinguished guests: Sven Denecken, former SAP executive now advising independently, and Alexander Greb, Senior Vice President at All for One. The conversation explores why structured product enablement remains the cornerstone of successful SAP Cloud ERP transformations. Sven reflects two decades of shaping these training programs and how the exchange between engineering, partners, and customers creates real outcomes. Alexander shares his perspective on the evolving role of SAP consultants — moving from companions back to true advisors who bring a clear picture of how businesses should operate today. The discussion then turns to European market trends, with manufacturing and regulated industries increasingly embracing SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition. Both guests address the public vs. private cloud debate, the importance of standardization balanced with extensibility via SAP BTP, and the role of methodologies like SAP Activate. On AI, they offer pragmatic advice: distinguish between commodity processes (optimize for efficiency with agentic automation) and differentiating processes (optimize for effectiveness and insight-to-action). The episode closes with actionable guidance for customers and partners still on the fence — register for Product Expert Training, learn from peers, and always link technology investments to business strategy. Show note links: Product Expert Training Registration https://learning.sap.com/business-suite-product-expert-training

BR - Episódio 14: A experiência da Hypera Pharma com o RISE with SAP

Sep 25, 2026 24 min

Participe deste episódio especial do podcast Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, gravado em português, com Gustavo Barreiros, da SAP, e os convidados Luiza Barbosa Lustri e Augusto Palma Neto, da Hypera Pharma. Descubra como uma das principais empresas farmacêuticas do Brasil conduziu sua jornada com o RISE with SAP e o SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition. Conheça as decisões estratégicas, os desafios e os fatores que contribuíram para uma implementação bem-sucedida. O episódio traz insights sobre estratégia de migração, governança, colaboração entre equipes e transformação digital no setor farmacêutico. Siga e acompanhe o podcast no Spotify ou Apple Podcasts para não perder nenhum episódio. No Spotify, participe da conversa por meio das perguntas e enquetes disponíveis em cada episódio; no Apple Podcasts, uma avaliação ou comentário ajuda outras pessoas a descobrirem o programa. Tem alguma dúvida, sugestão de tema ou gostaria de entrar em contato com a equipe? Escreva para insides4@sap.com.

Episode 153: From consultant to customer — How dinext Group made the move to SAP Cloud ERP

Sep 16, 2026 12 min

In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, host Owen McQuaide sits down with Andreas Eißmann, CEO and Founder of dinext Group — a 100% cloud consulting company that recently completed their own migration from SAP Business byDesign to SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition. Andreas shares what it's really like to go from consultant to customer, the lessons learned along the way, and how that experience has changed the way dinext Group supports its own clients. In this episode: - Why dinext Group chose SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition as the future of their ERP - The phased implementation approach: Finance first, Professional Services second — and why they'd do it exactly the same way again - Integration challenges with third-party tools and what to plan for - Why change management was their biggest unexpected hurdle - How SAP's transition tools and accelerators support mid-market migrations - The AI and Joule opportunities Andreas sees reshaping ERP user experiences 🎓 Interested in deepening your SAP expertise? As mentioned in the episode, registration is now open for the Product Expert Training 2026 program. Join a comprehensive learning experience designed to help you build product knowledge, strengthen your skills, and stay ahead of the latest innovations in Autonomous Enterprise and Agentic AI. 👉 Register here: https://learning.sap.com/business-suite-product-expert-training Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update. On Spotify, join the conversation using the episode's Q&A and Poll; on Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

DE - Episode 04: Wie WestWood mit SAP Cloud ERP papierlos und global wurde

Sep 2, 2026 14 min

In dieser Folge von Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud spricht Host Christian Stark mit Ali Hamdan von WestWood — einem Familienunternehmen, das innovative Abdichtungs- und Beschichtungssysteme auf Basis moderner Flüssigkunststoffe entwickelt. Erfahrt, wie West Wood den Wechsel zu SAP Cloud ERP gemeistert hat, welche Herausforderungen dabei überwunden wurden und welchen Einfluss die Einführung auf die täglichen Abläufe hatte. Wertvolle Einblicke in den Entscheidungsprozess und die wichtigsten Lessons Learned inklusive. Welches Thema sollen wir als Nächstes beleuchten? Schreibt uns an insides4@sap.com.

Episode 152: Mid-Market Transitions: How SAP Cloud ERP is Changing the Game

Aug 19, 2026 25 min

In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, host Fernanda Rodrigues is joined by Dennis Häußler, Director for Presales ERP Public Cloud at All for One, and Markus Uhlig, Head of SME Customer & Partner Care at SAP, to explore the SAP Business Suite Transition for Mid-Market. They discuss the biggest fears around transition, how the program's tools and accelerators reduce effort and cost, and the AI capabilities already embedded today, from the Migration Cockpit to Joule. The episode closes with sharp takes on cloud myths, clean core, and practical advice for partners starting their first transition project. What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to insides4@sap.com.

ES - Episode 13: SAP Partner Local Versions en SAP Cloud ERP: Claves para una implementación exitosa

Aug 5, 2026 23 min

Únete a nuestro host Arturo Montes de Oca y a nuestro invitado Óscar Gómez Sánchez, Head of Consulting de Datec, en una conversación sobre uno de los factores clave de implementación de SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition: la localización. En este episodio, analizamos por qué la localización debe considerarse desde una etapa temprana del proyecto, y cómo las Partner Local Versions pueden ayudar a acelerar tiempos de implementación, reducir la complejidad y mejorar el cumplimiento regulatorio en distintos países. También exploramos las diferencias clave entre SAP Local Versions, Customer Local Versions y Partner Local Versions, y cómo cada enfoque impacta la estrategia de implementación. Finalmente, miramos hacia el futuro: cómo la inteligencia artificial automatiza tareas de localización y qué significa esto para los proyectos SAP Cloud ERP. ¿Qué tema te gustaría escuchar en el siguiente episodio? Escríbenos a: insides4@sap.com.

Episode 151: Navigating Change on Connect 44's Journey to SAP S/4HANA Cloud

Jul 22, 2026 13 min

Hosted by Owen McQuade from SAP Partner Customer Care, in this episode we dive into the post-go-live journey of Connect 44 as they transition from SAP Business By Design to SAP S/4HANA Cloud. Our guests, Debra Valek (CFO of Connect 44), Xenopol Oprea (Group Operations and Transformation Manager at Connect 44), and Rafael Finck (CEO and owner of implementation partner SNAP International) share their insights on the importance of standardization, the challenges of data and change management, and the benefits of real-time financial insights. Learn how automation, AI, and efficient teamwork are shaping the success of Connect 44's transformation. What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to insides4@sap.com

Episode 150: SAP IBP for MRO - End-to-end integrated planning for asset-intensive industries

Jul 8, 2026 15 min

What if your maintenance planning could anticipate demand before a single work order is created? In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, we explore SAP IBP for MRO, SAP's end-to-end supply chain planning solution purpose-built for asset-intensive industries. Host Olena Iavorska is joined by Vivek Sinkar, Regina Kafizova and Indrasen Naidoo to break down how SAP Integrated Business Planning for Maintenance, Repair & Operations transforms the way organizations in mining, utilities, oil & gas, railways, and energy plan, manage, and optimize their assets and supply chains. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update. On Spotify, join the conversation using the episode’s Q&A and Poll; on Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

Episode 149 - Customer Council Series #9: How Vistra is standardizing finance globally

Jun 24, 2026 7 min

Join Hiruni Arunodhi live from Berlin at SAP’s Finance and Risk Customer Council for a candid conversation with Meena Kandasamy and Anne Kellman from Vistra. In this episode, they share how Vistra is driving a global SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition rollout across 56 countries, with a focus on standardizing finance processes, improving data consistency, and supporting better business insights. Learn how Vistra is addressing challenges around different local systems, currencies, accounting practices, and data quality, while using SAP tools and integrations to create more harmonized operations. This is a new episode in our Customer Council Berlin Series. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update. On Spotify, join the conversation using the episode’s Q&A and Poll; on Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

Episode 148 - Customer Council Series #8: Unzer with SAP Cloud ERP: From 13 merged companies to AI-driven operations

Jun 22, 2026 15 min

Recorded live at our Customer Council in Berlin, Episode 148 features host Yannick Peterschmitt, with Aurélien Filiali from SAP's AI Practices team in conversation with Michael Strauß from Unzer. Unzer is a fast-growing fintech and payment solutions provider built from the merger of multiple companies across Europe. Michael shares how Unzer went live on SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition on January 1, 2021 — one of the earliest adopters — driven by the need to unify a fragmented landscape of legacy systems across 13 merged entities. The conversation covers how a small team manages continuous SAP innovation releases, leaning on SAP Preferred Success, a trusted partner, and dedicated in-house expertise. This episode also focuses on AI: from building a safeguarded internal ChatGPT framework to adopting Joule, running company-wide AI weeks, and accelerating software development through AI-assisted coding. This is a new episode in our Customer Council Berlin Series. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update. On Spotify, join the conversation using the episode’s Q&A and Poll; on Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

Episode 147: Customer Council Berlin Series #7 — First-time perspectives with AXA: Two years live on SAP Cloud ERP

Jun 19, 2026 10 min

Recorded live at our Customer Council in Berlin, Episode 147 features Ahsan Ahmed Syed from SAP in conversation with Samir Aid from AXA. On the two‑year anniversary of AXA’s SAP Cloud ERP go‑live, Samir shares first‑time impressions of the Council and why peer exchange matters when many customers face similar challenges. He explains AXA’s move from a heavily customized, multi‑country on‑premise landscape to SAP Cloud ERP to eliminate technical debt and enforce 100% fit‑to‑standard finance processes — “no need to reinvent the wheel.” This is a new episode in our Customer Council Berlin Series. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update. On Spotify, join the conversation using the episode’s Q&A and Poll; on Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

Episode 146 – Customer Council Series #6: Clean core, BTP integration, and successful go-live with KWD Automotive

Jun 17, 2026 10 min

Live from SAP Customer Council in Berlin, Greg Hutcheon interviews Dr. Abaid Goda, Head of Group ID and Digitization at KWD Automotive. They explore KWD’s journey on SAP Cloud ERP, why a standardized, group-wide operating model matters in automotive manufacturing, how clean-core principles reduce complexity by avoiding custom exits, and where SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) enables seamless integration with third-party systems. You’ll hear how the team followed the standard activation methodology from discovery to run, organized UAT with local and global process owners, and tackled master data preparation and real-time interfaces, culminating in their first go-live in January. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode. On Spotify, join the conversation via the episode’s Q&A and Poll; on Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review really helps others discover the show. Send us an e-mail to insides4@sap.com for direct contact.

Episode 145: Customer Council Berlin Series #5 — Delaware’s first-mover journey on SAP Cloud ERP: Co‑Innovation, stability, and what’s next

Jun 15, 2026 20 min

Recorded live at our Customer Council in Berlin, this episode features Katharina Stopf from SAP with Delaware, one of the earliest adopters and co‑innovation partners for SAP Cloud ERP in Professional Services. They revisit how Delaware became the very first public cloud customer, helped shape today’s fit‑to‑standard best practices, and scaled from early pilots in APAC to a global footprint. You’ll also hear practical operating lessons—why key users need dedicated time to adopt new features, how automated end‑to‑end testing de‑risks releases, and what to prioritize next. This is a new episode in our Customer Council Berlin Series. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update. On Spotify, join the conversation using the episode’s Q&A and Poll; on Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

Episode 144: Customer Council Series #4 — From carve-out to SAP Cloud ERP at KWC

Jun 12, 2026 11 min

Recorded live at our SAP Customer Council in Berlin, this episode features Markus Oertelt, from SAP, and Dalibor Manojlovic, Head of Assembly, and Sandro Götz, Head of Operations and Supply Chain at KWC in Switzerland. KWC manufactures faucets for kitchens and baths and has navigated multiple ownership changes and carve-outs in recent years, culminating in a move to SAP Cloud ERP. In this conversation, they share takeaways from the council, why warehouse management and production planning are priority areas for automation, and how peer discussions on warehouse versus inventory management shaped their approach. This is a new episode in our Customer Council Berlin Series. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update. On Spotify, join the conversation using the episode’s Q&A and Poll; on Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

Episode 143: Customer Council Series #3 — Testo’s journey to SAP with global sales rollout and greenfield manufacturing

Jun 10, 2026 8 min

Recorded live at our SAP Customer Council in Berlin, this episode features Fernanda Rodrigues in conversation with Frank Harder, Product Manager for SAP Cloud ERP at Testo. Testo is a family-owned leader in high‑tech measurement devices from Germany’s Black Forest, serving industries such as pharma, food, biotech, analytics, and more, with connected products and strong cloud‑based data analysis. Frank explains how the company is transitioning from legacy ERP to SAP Cloud ERP, starting with sales organizations worldwide and now operating in nine countries. This is a new episode in our Customer Council Berlin Series. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update. On Spotify, join the conversation using the episode’s Q&A and Poll; on Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

Episode 142: Customer Council Series #2 — Fit-to-standard on SAP Cloud ERP with Katcon

Jun 8, 2026 8 min

Recorded live at our SAP Customer Council in Berlin, this episode brings together Markus Oertelt and Fernanda Rodrigues, from SAP, with Juan Bravo from Katcon. Katcon is a tier-one automotive supplier founded in 1993, focusing on solar system thermal insulation and composites, headquartered in Mexico with operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. The discussion covers why Katcon chose SAP Cloud ERP with a fit-to-standard approach and how adopting the same system in multiple countries has made consolidation significantly easier. Looking ahead, the conversation touches on AI in manufacturing with a pragmatic outlook that prioritizes solid data foundations and collaboration with SAP. This is a new episode in our Customer Council Berlin Series. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update. On Spotify, join the conversation using the episode’s Q&A and Poll; on Apple Podcasts, a quick rating or review helps others discover the show. Have a question, topic suggestion, or want to connect with the team? Write to us at insides4@sap.com — we read every message.

Episode 141 – Customer Council Series #1: 10 years of collaboration, customer voices, and what’s next for SAP Cloud ERP

Jun 4, 2026 25 min

This special opening episode launches our Customer Council Berlin Series, conversations recorded live at our event during two weeks in 2026. Maria Silipo and Katharina Stopf look back on a decade of the SAP Cloud ERP Customer Council series with the Professional Services part. You will learn how a small group of early adopters evolved into a global exchange shaping standardization and innovation in a public cloud world, including later also Finance, Product-Centric and Quote-to-Cash topics, and why collaboration between customers, product management, and engineering is central to SAP Cloud ERP. You’ll also hear short customer testimonials, from first‑time participants to long‑time members, on expectations, shared process challenges, and key takeaways. Because AI was a theme throughout both weeks, we include a candid discussion with the company Rondo on how AI initiatives emerge, mature, and impact the people doing the work. Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to catch the full series as we dive into AI adoption, automation, change management, and value realization in SAP Cloud ERP.

DE - Episode 03: SAP Cloud ERP Launch: RealCore Industry's Strategic Insights

May 13, 2026 21 min

In dieser deutschsprachigen Episode von Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud tauchen wir in die spannende Reise von RealCore Industry & Materials ein. Erfahren Sie, wie das Unternehmen seine Geschäftslandschaft durch eine schnelle Implementierung von SAP Cloud ERP nach einem bedeutenden Carve-out transformiert hat. Lernen Sie direkt von Kevin Hurnik und Stephanie Heesen, wie sie organisatorische Herausforderungen gemeistert haben. Ob Sie sich für Geschäftsstrategie oder IT-Integration interessieren – diese Erfolgsgeschichte bietet wertvolle Einblicke für Ihr nächstes Cloud-ERP-Projekt. Welches Thema sollen wir als Nächstes behandeln? Senden Sie uns gerne eine E-Mail an insides4@sap.com

Episode 140: Extending SAP Cloud ERP: Clean core in practice with SAP partner All for One

May 6, 2026 16 min

SAP's Customer Care and Partner Success team welcomes Daniel Deutsch and Juergen Ravnik from SAP Partner All for One. Together, they explore how All for One builds side-by-side extensions on SAP BTP to extend SAP Cloud ERP without touching the clean core. The guests present two solutions, share their experience collaborating with SAP through the Partner Co-Innovation Discovery Program. Discover how multi-tenancy, ERP-agnostic design, and direct SAP expert access shape scalable cloud solutions. Follow Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud for more expert insights! Have a question or idea? Join the conversation in the episode comments on Spotify or send an email to insides4@sap.com

DE - Episode 02: SAP Engineering Control Center – Implementierung bei Elementar Analysensysteme GmbH mit dem SAP Partner Cideon

Apr 29, 2026 19 min

In dieser deutschsprachigen Episode des Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud Podcasts sprechen wir über die erfolgreiche Zusammenarbeit zwischen der Elementar Analysensysteme GmbH und dem SAP Implementierungspartner Cideon – ein starkes Praxisbeispiel für digitale Transformation im Engineering.Host Annette Garcia Lorenzo begrüßt als Gäste Dr. Sebastian Schmitt von Elementar Analysensysteme GmbH sowie Peter Vandrey und Batul Yasmin Bernau von Cideon und taucht mit ihnen in folgende Themen ein: SAP Engineering Control Center (ECTR)Durchgängige Produktdatenprozesse statt isolierter SystemeDatenqualität, Versionierung & SystemharmonisierungKonkrete Mehrwerte durch Automatisierung und TransparenzBesonders spannend: Warum ECTR und SAP eine gemeinsame Datenbasis bilden – und wie Unternehmen damit Schnittstellen, Komplexität und Synchronisationsaufwand reduzieren. Mit Ausblick auf mechatronische Entwicklung, KI und nachhaltiges Datenmanagement. Folgen Sie Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud auf Spotify und Apple Podcasts. Show Notes: Mehr zu SAP Engineering Control Center: SAP Engineering Control Center | SAP Community 📬 Fragen oder Themenvorschläge? Nutzen Sie den Q&A-Bereich oder schreiben Sie uns an insides4@sap.com

DE - Episode 01: Digitale Transformation mit KI: Einblicke von Agilita AG in SAP Cloud ERP

Apr 22, 2026 26 min

In dieser Episode sprechen Markus und Hüma mit den Agilita-Experten Thomas Neuhaus und Daniel Endres über die digitale Transformation mit SAP S/4HANA Cloud und künstlicher Intelligenz. Erfahren Sie, wie Agilita Innovationen mit dynamischen KI-Lösungen vorantreibt, wirkungsvolle Use Cases entwickelt und regulatorische Herausforderungen meistert. Lernen Sie ihren Ansatz kennen, KI in die SAP-Welt zu integrieren und Geschäftsprozesse nachhaltig zu verbessern. Teilen Sie uns gerne mit, welche Themen Sie künftig interessieren. Senden Sie Ihre Vorschläge an insides4@sap.com. Folgen Sie Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud auf Spotify und Apple Podcasts. Show Notes:Entdecken Sie die SaaS-Produkte von Agilita AG hier: https://www.agilita.de/saas-agilita-produkte/📬 Fragen oder Themenvorschläge? Nutzen Sie den Q&A-Bereich oder schreiben Sie uns an insides4@sap.com

Episode 139: Scaling Globally: The BeLenka Success Story with SAP Cloud ERP

Apr 15, 2026 24 min

In this kickoff episode of the SAP for Startups series, discoverhow Be Lenka grew from a Slovak startup into a global barefoot shoe brand.Hosts dive into the challenges of scaling internationally and why SAP S/4HANA Cloud was key to their success. Join Peter Bersani, Managing Director, and Tino Albrecht, SAP Director, as they discuss strategies that enabled rapid growth and operational efficiency. What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to insides4@sap.com. Follow Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Shownotes Questions or topic ideas? Add in the Q&A area or e-mail usto insides4@sap.com Explorethe additional links below for deeper insights on the topics covered in this episode: https://www.belenka.de https://pages.community.sap.com/topics/business-suite https://pages.community.sap.com/topics/s4hana-cloud Transcript

BR - Episódio 13: Compreendendo o Impacto da Reforma Tributária no SAP Cloud ERP

Mar 25, 2026 17 min

Neste primeiro episódio especial em português do podcast Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, iniciaremos uma série de episódios onde exploramos a importante reforma tributária no Brasil e seus impactos no SAP Public Cloud. Luana Lovison e Glauber Rosa, da SAP Brasil, discutem as implicações para empresas que operam com SAP Cloud ERP, com foco na transição do modelo tributário atual para o novo. Ouça para entender melhor as mudanças, os prazos e os esforços conjuntos com os parceiros da SAP para uma adaptação tranquila. Envie um e-mail para insides4@sap.com. Follow Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Show Notes:📬 Questions or topic ideas? Add in the Q&A area or e-mail us to insides4@sap.comFollow the SAP Community: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition Finance | SAP CommunityFor information on the topics mentioned on the episode, please access below resources. Brazil - Tax Refom Localization WorkzoneNavigating Brazil's Tax Reform with SAP S_4HANA Cloud Public Edition (EN)SAP Dialoga Atualizações Sobre as Entregas da SAP para a Reforma Tributária BrasileiraRegulatory Change Manager - Tax ReformTax Groups and Tax Types Added to Nota FiscalDefining Tax Situations for CBS and IBSAdd Condition Types to a Custom Pricing ProcedureFurther links will be added with a more specific focus in the upcoming topics covered in this series.

Episode 138: Managing complex service operations with SAP Cloud ERP Private

Mar 12, 2026 12 min

What does it take to manage truly complex service operations without losing commercial control? In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, host Anastasia Zvonov sits down with SAP experts Abhishek Shimoga Ramesh and Gert Tackaert to unpack Service with Advanced Execution: a powerful capability in SAP Cloud ERP Private that unites Maintenance Management and the Service module into one seamless end-to-end process. They explore the four dimensions of service complexity, who this solution is built for, and why moving to SAP S/4HANA Service is a true business transformation, not a configuration switch. The episode also covers how finance innovations like event-based revenue recognition bring real-time insight to service operations. Follow Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Show Notes: 🎬 This episode includes a live product demo — available on YouTube only: https://youtu.be/nqSw-b1GfM0?si=YWQWtVTDK0QUPmqY 📬 Questions or topic ideas? Add in the Q&A area or e-mail us to insides4@sap.com Follow the SAP Community: SAP S/4HANA Service | SAP Community

Episode 137: Partner coaching for successful SAP Cloud ERP implementations

Feb 18, 2026 11 min

What every partner needs to know before starting an SAP Cloud ERP project. In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, host Alina Keilbach speaks with Sebastian Wödl, SAP Finance Consultant and Partner Coach, about the realities and challenges partners face when delivering their first SAP Cloud ERP implementation. Together they unpack the core elements that drive successful cloud projects — from Fit‑to‑Standard execution to structuring the initial system setup and strengthening customer involvement. Listeners will hear how Partner Coaching provides proactive support that guides partners through methodology, scope handling, cross‑functional topics, and the shift from on‑premise habits to a true Cloud Mindset. Sebastian shares insights from real projects, common misconceptions, and the areas where partners often need the most guidance. Want to explore the topic further? Check the show notes for the related SAP documentation and learning resources. Follow Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud for more expert insights! Show Notes: Learn more about initial configuration of the global settings Initial System Setup and Ledger Scoping: Project P... - SAP Community Follow Alina Keilbach to get updates on Finance in SAP Cloud ERP: (1) Alina Keilbach | LinkedIn Download transcript

FR – Épisode 2 | IA & SAP Cloud ERP : Les innovations qui redéfinissent l’ERP

Feb 11, 2026 24 min

🇬🇧 This is a special episode recorded in French for our French‑speaking SAP community. (English episodes will continue as usual.) 🇫🇷 Bienvenue à notre communauté SAP francophone ! Dans cet épisode, nous abordons l'intégration de l'intelligence artificielle dans les systèmes ERP de SAP Cloud ERP avec Mickaël Quesnot et Pierre Col, experts SAP. Nous discutons des raisons et des opportunités de cette transformation, ainsi que des risques à éviter. Pierre présente la position de la France en matière d’IA, tandis que Mickaël illustre comment l’automatisation des tâches apporte de la valeur aux entreprises. Nous mettons également en avant Joule, l’agent conversationnel de SAP, et évoquons l’avenir de l’ERP avec les avancées rapides de l’IA. Cet épisode encourage nos auditeurs à embrasser cette évolution numérique et à saisir le potentiel immense de l’intelligence artificielle dans leurs processus métier. 💬 Vous avez des questions, des commentaires ou des suggestions? Laissez‑les dans la section commentaires ou écrivez‑nous à: inside4@sap.com. Show Notes: Découvrez les points forts de la version SAP Cloud ERP 2602: My highlights of the SAP Cloud ERP 2602 release - SAP Community Explorez les innovations d’IA clés dans le Release SAP Cloud ERP 2602: AI innovations highlights in SAP Cloud ERP 2602 - SAP Community Suivez Pierre Col sur SAP Community: SAP Profile | @Pierre_Col Download transcript

FR – Épisode 1 | Supply Chain & SAP Cloud ERP : Transformer la logistique avec le public cloud

Feb 4, 2026 23 min

🇬🇧 This is a special episode recorded in French for our French‑speaking SAP community. (English episodes will continue as usual.) 🇫🇷 À notre communauté SAP francophone : bienvenue ! Cet épisode est spécialement enregistré en français pour rassembler et valoriser les professionnels et passionnés de l’écosystème SAP en France, en Suisse, au Canada/Québec, en Afrique et partout dans la francophonie. Dans ce tout premier épisode de notre série en français, nousexplorons la réalité de la supply chain moderne et les défis auxquels lesentreprises francophones sont confrontées: hausse des coûts, nouvelles exigences multicanales, pression environnementale, pénurie de talents et complexité technologique. Aux côtés de Mickaël Quesnot, expert SAP Cloud ERP, et de Claudie Ferrant, spécialiste SAP PP et EWM, nous démystifions les capacités de SAP Cloud ERP pour la gestion des entrepôts et de la production. Nous abordons les différences entre le cloud public et les environnements on‑premise, l’importance du fit‑to‑standard, l’intégration PP–EWM, les innovations autour de Fiori et du RF, ainsi que le rôle croissant de l’automatisation dans les opérations logistiques. Cet épisode offre une vision concrète, pragmatique et tournée vers l’avenir pour aider les organisations à réussir leur transformation dans le cloud. 💬 Vous avez des questions, des commentaires ou des suggestions? Laissez‑les dans la section commentaires ou écrivez‑nous à: insights4@sap.com. Shownotes Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud Podcast on SpotifyDécouvrez les points forts de la version SAP Cloud ERP 2602: My highlights of the SAP Cloud ERP 2602 release - SAP Community Explorez les innovations d’IA clés dans le Release SAP Cloud ERP 2602: AI innovations highlights in SAP Cloud ERP 2602 - SAP Community Download transcript

Episode 136: How SAP transformed itself by implementing SAP Cloud ERP

Jan 21, 2026 14 min

Join host Alina Keilbach as she explores how SAP transformed its internal operations by adopting SAP Cloud ERP, showcasing the true meaning of SAP runs SAP. In this episode, Treasury IT solution owner Maximilian Stein shares the inside story of how SAP’s own IT organization modernized key Treasury processes through a move toward public cloud. Discover why SAP chose to shift to cloud ERP, how embracing standard functionality helped eliminate custom code, and what the team learned while applying the Activate methodology to redesign processes step by step. Max reveals the challenges, milestones, and vision behind creating a future cloud‑ready Treasury landscape through a hybrid, side‑by‑side architecture.Whether you’re planning your own cloud transformation or simply curious how a global tech leader evolves from within, this episode offers practical insights, technical takeaways, and a candid view into SAP’s journey toward a smarter, more agile ERP future. What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to insides4@sap.com.

Episode 135: Digital Transformation in Manufacturing: Häfele Group's SAP Cloud ERP Journey | Feat. Steffen Sohns

Jan 5, 2026 16 min

Discover Häfele Group's digital transformation journey with SAP Cloud ERP, enhancing operations and customer experiences. Join Markus Oertelt as he explores Häfele Group's journey in implementing SAP Cloud ERP technology, revolutionizing how they operate in the hardware and fitting systems industry. In this episode, guest Steffen Sohns, a global process owner, shares insights into their digital transformation process, challenges faced, and how this implementation set the stage for future growth. Discover how Häfele Group harnesses the power of SAP Cloud ERP to enhance operations, streamline processes, and improve customer experiences globally. Tune in to learn more about their strategies and the exciting future that lies ahead. What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to insides4@sap.com.

Episode 134: UniBetter's digital transformation with SAP Cloud ERP | Feat. Enrong Fu

Dec 22, 2025 13 min

Discover how UniBetter leveraged SAP Cloud ERP and BTP for transformational success in the high-tech industry. Download the⁠ ⁠⁠episode transcript ===== ⁠ In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, we explore a compelling customer story highlighting UniBetter's remarkable ⁠digital transformation journey⁠ using SAP Cloud ERP and SAP Business Technology Platform. As a leader in electronic component distribution in China, UniBetter faced challenges like process management and globalization. Listen as ⁠Enrong Fu⁠, Chief Operating Officer at UniBetter, discusses their strategic pivot and how SAP solutions propelled them to success in the high-tech industry. Discover the impact of adopting a clean core approach and overcoming regional implementation challenges in China. What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to ⁠insides4@sap.com ===== 00:00:00 Introduction & Customer Story Overview 00:01:00 UniBetter's Company Background 00:02:45 Business & IT Challenges Before SAP 00:04:30 Strategic Decision: Why SAP Cloud ERP, SAP BTP & Clean Core 00:07:44 Navigating Unique Hurdles for BTP Implementation in China 00:10:45 Collaboration with SAP Partners & SAP Labs China 00:12:00 Key Takeaways & Closing⁠

Episode 133: Retail Reinvented – How SAP Cloud ERP Powers Agility and Growth | Feat. TRC Solutions

Dec 1, 2025 32 min

Discover how SAP Cloud ERP helps retailers reinvent operations, boost agility, and drive growth. Learn best practices, real-world success stories, and future trends. Download the⁠ episode transcript === ⁠ In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, host Simon Shores dives deep into the retail industry’s biggest challenges and opportunities with Steven Maguire from TRC Solutions and Arturo Montes de Oca from SAP. Discover how retailers can prepare for peak events like Black Friday, overcome supply chain and omnichannel complexities, and leverage SAP Cloud ERP for real-time insights and scalability. Learn from real-world projects, best practices, and expert advice on adopting a clean core approach, fit-to-standard methodology, and future-proofing with AI and automation. What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to insides4@sap.com === 00:00 Introduction 01:01 Meet the Guests: Steven Maguire and Arturo Montes de Oca 01:29 Understanding TRC Solutions and Their Role in Retail 07:21 Challenges Retailers Face During Black Friday 13:54 How SAP Cloud ERP for Retail Addresses Retail Challenges 18:11 Real-World Implementations and Success Stories 21:35 Lessons Learned and Advice for Retail Digital Transformation 25:19 Future Trends in Retail and AI 28:16 Rapid Fire Questions 31:30 Conclusion

Episode 132: SAP Business Suite vision with Manoj Swaminathan | 6-year podcast anniversary

Oct 29, 2025 30 min

How SAP helps businesses to unlock value through integrated, end-to-end solutions Join host Yannick Peterschmitt for a special video edition of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, celebrating six years of insights and innovation. In this milestone episode, Manoj Swaminathan, General Manager and Chief Product Officer for Business Suite Finance and Spend at SAP, shares his personal journey, the evolution of SAP Business Suite, and what it means for Cloud ERP customers. Discover how SAP is transforming enterprise operations with harmonized applications, integrated data, and intelligent automation. Manoj breaks down the future of business processes, the role of AI-powered agents, and how customers can unlock real value through end-to-end solutions.What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to insides4@sap.com Show Notes: Download the episode transcript Watch this episode in video format on YouTube: https://url.sap/40n622 Learn more about SAP business applications: Business Applications | SAP Join the SAP Community: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition | SAP Community

Episode 131: From data to impact: BASF Coatings' journey with SAP Sustainability Footprint Management

Oct 15, 2025 23 min

How BASF Coatings and SAP are turning sustainability into a measurable, data-driven business advantage In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, we explore how sustainability becomes a strategic advantage when powered by intelligent ERP. Host Claudia Rosbach is joined by Maximilian Bauer from BASF Coatings and Nico Wottke from SAP to discuss how SAP Sustainability Footprint Management helps organizations calculate, manage, and reduce their environmental impact. Learn how BASF Coatings leverages real ERP data and AI-driven automation to handle millions of product variations, drive transparency, and make sustainability measurable. Discover SAP’s integrated approach to carbon and multi-impact footprint management, regulatory compliance (CSRD), and how sustainability insights are embedded into core business processes. Show Notes: Download the episode transcript Learn more about SAP Sustainability Footprint Management: https://www.sap.com/products/scm/sustainability-footprint-management.htmlhttps://www.sap.com/products/sustainability.htmlVisit the SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition Community: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition | SAP Community