As businesses continue to evolve in the digital era, SAP remains at the forefront of innovation, driving key trends that are transforming enterprise technology. Staying ahead of these trends is crucial for organizations looking to optimize their operations, enhance security, and maintain a competitive edge. In this post, we’ll explore four major SAP trends that are shaping the future: Generative AI, RISE with SAP and GROW with SAP, Cybersecurity, and the Automation of SAP Processes.
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1. Harnessing New Potential: Generative AI
Generative AI is rapidly becoming a game-changer in the enterprise landscape, and since September 2023, SAP has been leveraging this technology to empower businesses in new ways with Joule, SAP’s generative AI copilot. By integrating generative AI capabilities into SAP solutions, organizations can automate complex tasks, generate predictive insights, and even create content or code that enhances decision-making processes.
Joule will quickly become the primary way over 300 million SAP users engage with SAP applications according to SAP CEO Christina Klein at the annual Sapphire Event. This fast and extensive integration will provide users with the ability to quickly analyze vast amounts of data and suggest improvements in supply chain management, customer interactions, financial forecasting, and more. According to SAP’s Newsguide, Joule is already integrated in SAP SuccessFactors, SAP Start, SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, and SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition. SAP doesn’t plan to stop there. By the end of 2024, SAP plans to increase integration to SAP Ariba, SAP Analytics Cloud and in multiple supply chain management solutions.
As this technology matures, we can expect SAP to continue pushing the boundaries of what AI can achieve in an enterprise setting, helping businesses operate more efficiently and innovate faster.
2. Embracing the Cloud: SAP S/4HANA Cloud, RISE with SAP, & GROW with SAP
The shift towards cloud-based solutions is another significant trend, with SAP’s S/4HANA Cloud, RISE with SAP, and GROW with SAP leading the way. According to Deloitte, over 90% of companies consider cloud technologies as essential for growth, digital transformation and competitiveness.
RISE with SAP and GROW with SAP offer comprehensive packages that help businesses of any size transition to the cloud, providing everything from technical migration services to business process intelligence. This offers several benefits such as 40-60% quicker time-to-value and a 50% decrease in implementation costs. GROW with SAP offers adoption and acceleration services, access to customers, partners, and SAP experts to allow businesses to thrive in the cloud. It’s designed to allow mid-sized businesses the chance to transform and streamline their operations with a complete, up-to-date package of public cloud ERP software and services. Similarly, RISE with SAP provides cloud solutions, management and optimization services, and infrastructure in a comprehensive package to provide an easier transition to the cloud for larger and more complex businesses.
SAP S/4HANA Cloud is the digital core of both GROW and RISE with SAP that enables real-time data processing, streamlined operations, and enhanced scalability. With many features like embedded AI, automatic and continual updates, fast technical set-ups, and industry best practices with preconfigured processes, SAP S/4HANA is the ready-to-run cloud ERP helping organizations of all sizes modernize their IT landscapes, reduce costs, and achieve greater agility in a fast-paced business environment. As cloud adoption continues to grow, SAP S/4HANA Cloud, RISE with SAP, and GROW with SAP are set to play a pivotal role in driving digital transformation for all businesses.
3. Focus on Cybersecurity
With the increasing complexity of digital threats, cybersecurity has become a top priority for businesses using SAP solutions. According to Deep Instinct, 2020 saw a 358% increase in malware attacks. As more organizations migrate to cloud environments and integrate advanced technologies, the need for robust security measures is greater than ever.
SAP is addressing this challenge by embedding advanced security features into its products and offering specialized services to help businesses protect their data and systems. SAP’s prioritization of artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud technology also serves to increase its products and services’ security. Artificial intelligence (AI) can strengthen internal defenses with it’s ability to review data quickly and use machine learning to analyze, update, and learn user patterns to predict new and malicious attacks in real time.
From secure access controls and encryption to proactive threat detection and response, SAP’s focus on cybersecurity ensures that organizations can operate with confidence in a secure digital landscape.
4. Automation of SAP Processes to Increase Productivity
Automation is transforming how businesses manage their SAP environments, driving efficiency and reducing the burden of manual tasks. By automating repetitive processes such as data entry, report generation, and compliance checks, organizations can free up valuable resources and focus on strategic initiatives. According to Precisely, polled respondents said automation reduces time spent on manual, low-tier work (74% of respondents), increased speed and responsiveness (52% of respondents), and increased cost savings (45% of respondents).
SAP is continuously enhancing its automation capabilities, offering tools like SAP Intelligent Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and embedded AI to streamline workflows and improve accuracy. As businesses look to optimize their operations and reduce costs, the automation of SAP processes is becoming an essential strategy for staying competitive.
The Path Ahead
As these trends demonstrate, SAP is at the cutting edge of enterprise technology, offering innovative solutions that help businesses navigate the complexities of the digital age. From harnessing the power of generative AI to enhancing cybersecurity, automating processes, and embracing cloud transformation, SAP is empowering organizations to achieve new levels of efficiency and success.
Staying informed about these trends is crucial for any business looking to leverage SAP’s capabilities to their full potential. By adopting these innovations, companies can not only keep pace with the evolving landscape but also position themselves as leaders in their industries.
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