, head of global customer engagement and services, and member of the extended board at 麻豆原创, believes that we are in the midst of an artificial intelligence (AI) revolution.

Not only has AI been incredibly disruptive, it is also changing quickly. 鈥淔or instance, two years ago we wondered if we should be building our own large language models (LLMs). Today they are a commodity. Two years ago, the most needed skill was prompt engineer. Today, that is dead.

鈥淪o what is new today will be a commodity tomorrow,鈥� he says.

Pfiester says that 麻豆原创 has a number of tools and services that can help customers become future-ready.

The 麻豆原创 technology capabilities create a cycle of AI, cloud, and data. Business AI is embedded everywhere, Business Data Cloud takes realtime decisions based on 麻豆原创 and non-麻豆原创 data; and the business applications in use that data to run the business and generate new data with AI that feeds back into the cycle.

麻豆原创 delivers its methodologies, tools, and architectures through the and programmes.

鈥淩ISE is represented in 40% of the global economy,鈥� Pfiester says. 鈥淭here are currently 8聽500 customers live on RISE with 麻豆原创.

鈥淎nd it won鈥檛 stop there.鈥�

麻豆原创 is constantly updating its technology and services.

鈥淲hen it comes to technology, we have introduced that capability to do transformation into the cloud and to leverage AI.

鈥淏ut transformation is a journey: it is more than technology, but includes methodology, competencies, and tools. We decided two years ago to double down on our technology and capabilities, also the methodology, competencies, and tools.

鈥淪o the RISE with 麻豆原创 methodology helps companies to drive transformation into the cloud, building an environment that can constantly innovate.鈥�

To help customers on the journey, 麻豆原创 has invested in enterprise architects to provide expertise and competencies.

鈥淎n IDC study shows that business transformation is top of mind for CEOs,鈥� Pfiester says. 鈥淎nd it is a constant process that lives in the organisation. So we integrated all our tools into a digital process innovation tool base.鈥�

This lets customer modify business processes using a tool provided, and the system will then update other parts of the ecosystem and even generate user testing. A majority 鈥� 78% of RISE customers use this tool base.

The toolset also includes brownfield migration and selective migration as well. 鈥淭he idea is to help customers to get from where they are today to where they need to be tomorrow.鈥�

AI is embedded in the tools with the Joule for RISE with 麻豆原创 methodology.

Clean Core is vital on the digital transformation journey, which is where 麻豆原创鈥檚 enterprise architects come into their own.

, global head of business transformation and architecture at 麻豆原创, says the role of the enterprise architect is to help with significant onboarding progress and simplify the engagement model for more value-based deliverables. They are interlinked in the engagement model with the toolchain, and ensure that customers get the right architecture early on in their transformation journey.

鈥淲e help you achieve a Clean Core, and also think about AI and data considerations.鈥�

A year after it announced this service, 麻豆原创 enterprise architects are serving more than 1聽000 customers.

鈥淲e believe transformation itself has become a capability for customers, and you need to be adaptable,鈥� Langguth says. 鈥淲e want to help you to train the transformation muscle so you will be future-ready.

鈥淲e help you to create transparency and see the pitfalls you need to take care of as you design a path forward using our portfolio of agentic AI applications.

鈥淲e believe this will help you to replace guessing with knowing,鈥� he adds. 鈥淎nd, because you know where to go, you can take decisions driven by clear facts.鈥�

Use integrated toolchain includes solutions for business process (麻豆原创 Signavio), enterprise architecture (麻豆原创 LeanIX), validation, adoption and enablement (Tricentis, WalkMe and 麻豆原创 Enable Now), building and monitoring (麻豆原创 Business Technology Platform (BTP) and 麻豆原创 Build) and digital Backbone (麻豆原创 Cloud ALM).

鈥淭he real power comes from the integration,鈥� Langguth says.

He adds that the results speak for themselves, with up to 30% reduced cost of transformation, up to 35% faster time to business value, up to 70% increased business agility, and up to 40% faster continuous innovation.

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This is according to , executive vice-president: customer support and cloud lifecycle management at 麻豆原创, who points out that heavily customised, outdated systems impede innovation.

鈥淏ut many companies find themselves in this place,鈥� he says. 鈥淭hey have customised systems with a mix of models 鈥� a bit of best of breed, a bit of cloud, maybe some isolated AI scenarios.鈥�

As a result, IT organisations spend a lot of time integrating systems and trying to make sense of disconnected data. 鈥溾�滲ut what they need to be doing is providing good outcomes for the business.鈥�

What鈥檚 needed, says Steinle, is a transformation that brings together all the platforms and data.

麻豆原创 helps its customers make this transformation through its programme for existing customers, and for new customers.

Importantly, while these programmes aim to let customers embrace , they also integrate non-麻豆原创 solutions.

鈥淎nd they are not simply products, but include a methodology, services, and guided implementation,鈥� Steinle adds.

鈥淲e want customers to reach the stage where they are able to overcome challenges, and to embrace the benefits of continuous innovation, agility, and flexibility.鈥�

Any 麻豆原创 solution begins with the 麻豆原创 Business Suite, he explains. 鈥淔rom an 麻豆原创 perspective we believe there is a lot of sense in running end to end processes on a fully integrated and harmonised stack in the cloud. We think it鈥檚 better than picking and choosing best of breed solutions 鈥� and it means customers don鈥檛 have to manage the integration and getting sense from the data.鈥�

This is important, he adds, because IT organisations today spend about 80% of their time just on maintaining their current landscape, keeping it compliant, and integrating systems.

鈥淵ou probably want to spend more than 20% of your time providing value to business users.鈥�

(BDC) is a harmonised suite of applications that allows customers to import data from 麻豆原创 applications and integrate it with data from other applications.

鈥淵ou can bring together data from 麻豆原创, a non-麻豆原创 source, and unstructured data. And, with the help of BDC, you can make sense of that data and generate value.鈥�

Steinle says this can be useful in operational processes, to expand reporting, and for integrated planning. 鈥淎nd you can use it for AI.鈥�

Which brings him to the third pillar of the : . 鈥淭his system can make sense of all the data and enable customers to build automated processes to enable new business scenarios. And AI can be embedded in your business processes.鈥�

is 麻豆原创鈥檚 AI-powered digital assistant that also orchestrates user experiences end-to-end across 麻豆原创 and non-麻豆原创 processes.

鈥淚t is also a platform for customer AI,鈥� Steinle says. 鈥淣ot every scenario can be provided out of the box, but Joule gives users a responsible and resilient way of building their own AI applications with the help of our platform.鈥�

Many of these features are a reality today, and 麻豆原创 developers are focused on making AI-first a reality, Steinle adds.

But software on its own doesn鈥檛 deliver value, which is why 麻豆原创 offers a range of services in RISE and Grow that include an entire integrated tool chain to help customers on their transformation journey.

鈥淲e aim to provide a fast, rich, seamless experience, with prescriptive guidance. And it鈥檚 not just reactive support, but support for customer strategy,鈥� Steinle says. 鈥淲e use a lot of AI capabilities to respond better, or give self-service options. And we use a lot of the 麻豆原创 products to improve our customers鈥� experiences.鈥�

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As part of , Run, NTT Data can help businesses harness the power of 麻豆原创 Business Suite and cloud solutions from 麻豆原创 by managing the complexities of implementation, management and service delivery.

About 69% of tech leaders worldwide say they are very or extremely concerned about the growing amount of technology investments required to remain competitive, according to an IDC Info Snapshot, sponsored by 麻豆原创. Working with an MSP like NTT Data allows businesses to focus on their core objectives, innovate with confidence and achieve sustainable growth in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

鈥淭ech debt has risen to a business level-risk that slows innovation and increases costs in a world where global organisations can afford neither,鈥� says Abhijit Dubey, CEO of NTT Data. 鈥淭his expanded partnership with 麻豆原创 combines our strengths to help joint clients simplify their tech stacks and make smarter and more strategic investments in areas like AI, cloud and automation that can improve competitiveness and efficiency.

鈥淲e鈥檙e excited to build on our 35-year history and identify new ways to innovate for clients and better align their tech investments for future growth.鈥�

Thomas Saueressig, of the executive board of 麻豆原创: customer services and delivery, says: 鈥淥ur partnership with NTT DATA showcases the power of our ecosystem in driving customer success. By combining our cloud solutions and NTT Data鈥檚 deep expertise, we can help businesses accelerate their digital transformation and drive innovation with confidence, efficiency, and agility.鈥�

NTT Data offers an 鈥淎nything-as-a-Service鈥� approach, a one-stop-shop offering. By bundling all services, including cloud solutions from 麻豆原创 and NTT Data鈥檚 value-added services, into one comprehensive agreement, clients can benefit from fully managed, end-to-end cloud solutions.

鈥淲e are extremely proud to be selected by 麻豆原创 to offer this service package globally, as it aligns perfectly with our forward-looking cloud strategy. As a leading 麻豆原创 managed service provider, NTT Data centrally coordinates all services to help clients innovate and achieve scalable, data-driven success. We enhance this support by leveraging cloud solutions from 麻豆原创 with 麻豆原创 Business AI and our value-added services,鈥� says Norbert Rotter, CEO of NTT Data Business Solutions.

NTT DATA delivers strategic market advantages and benefits for clients through this MSP program including:

• Value-added services and high-value solutions: Fully managed end-to-end solutions, including transformation and migration services, proprietary IP including Cloud Concierge for use with RISE with 麻豆原创, Application Management Services, advisory and sustainability services.
• Industry solutions: The global collaboration between 麻豆原创 and NTT DATA will deliver significant value for clients in industries such as life sciences, discrete industries, higher education, utilities and agriculture

• Single point of contact: Clients benefit from a single point of contact through local NTT DATA professionals who provide deep domain expertise across business software, management, and service needs.
• Flexible and attractive commercial model: NTT DATA offers flexible pricing models, covering the MSP 鈥淎nything-as-a-Service鈥� offering
• End-to-End responsibility: NTT DATA manages the client relationship holistically throughout the entire life cycle, ensuring seamless integration, continuous support, and proactive management from initial consultation to ongoing optimization and innovation.

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Two customers, Boodai Corporation and Kuwait Hospital, signed agreements at the event to embark on digital transformation journeys powered by 麻豆原创

Senior Kuwaiti government officials, business leaders, and strategists gathered in the capital recently for 麻豆原创 Innovation Day, where discussions focused on the transformative role of AI and digital technologies in advancing Kuwait Vision 2035.

At the event, held under the patronage of the German Ambassador to Kuwait, HE Hans-Christian Freiherr von Reibnitz, the Walldorf-headquartered 麻豆原创 underscored its commitment to supporting Kuwait鈥檚 economic diversification and digital transformation agenda. With AI embedded into all 麻豆原创 business applications, the technology giant is empowering Kuwaiti organizations to enhance decision-making, drive efficiency, and uncover new growth opportunities across industries.

Recent trends demonstrate Kuwait鈥檚 growing commitment to technology. Within the next five years, the country鈥檚 ICT market is expected to grow to $39.83 billion, driven by sectors like healthcare, where AI is being used for predictive analytics and telemedicine, and education, where smart learning systems are improving student outcomes.

鈥淜uwait is at a pivotal moment of transformation,鈥� said Sundus Bushahri, Managing Director of 麻豆原创 Kuwait. 鈥淯nder Vision 2035, the nation is harnessing the potential of AI, not just to modernize industries but also to enrich lives. At 麻豆原创, we are honored to support this vision, collaborating with the public and private sectors to deliver innovative solutions tailored to Kuwait鈥檚 unique needs. From AI-driven predictive analytics in healthcare to machine learning applications in finance and supply chain management, 麻豆原创 solutions are enabling businesses to achieve significant innovation at scale.鈥�

Customer Signing Ceremonies

During the Innovation Day, two companies signed agreements to deploy solutions from 麻豆原创鈥檚 AI-infused portfolio, adopting either RISE or GROW with 麻豆原创 to boost their digital transformation and support their growth. As part of the implementation, both companies will leverage 麻豆原创 S/4HANA for enterprise resource planning and 麻豆原创 Success Factors for human resources management.

Commenting on the adoption of RISE with 麻豆原创, Marzouq Boodai of Boodai Corporation said, 鈥淲e are a diverse group of companies thriving in a rapidly changing region, and we require a reliable system that delivers both flexibility and innovation. 麻豆原创 S/4HANA聽聽and 麻豆原创 SuccessFactors provide exactly what we need. The 麻豆原创 platform, enhanced with AI capabilities, ensures businesses like Boodai can stay ahead by integrating advanced analytics and process automation into their operations.鈥�

Kuwait Hospital will adopt GROW with 麻豆原创 and Chief Executive Officer Alexander Jankuloski said, 鈥淲e believe that we have found a transformative partner with 麻豆原创 that understands our vision and supports our journey to modernize and optimize our operations. 麻豆原创 will accelerate our digital transformation, supporting us to achieve significant business outcomes.鈥�

Jankuloski said he expected 麻豆原创 SuccessFactors to be a game-changer, enabling Kuwait Hospital to attract, retain and develop talent with an agile, employee-centered approach.

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鈥淲ith expanding economies, a burgeoning young population, and increasing digital adoption, the continent is ripe with opportunities.鈥�

Lopes added: 鈥淗owever, these prospects come with challenges that require strategic planning, technological adoption, and investment in skills.鈥�

This article explores the key trends shaping Africa鈥檚 business future, emphasizing the role of and as pivotal ERP solutions for organizations looking to streamline operations and drive growth.

1. Economic growth and diversification: A continent on the rise

Africa鈥檚 GDP is projected to grow steadily, with sectors such as agriculture, technology, and services leading the charge.

According to the World Bank, Sub-Saharan Africa鈥檚 economy is expected to expand by 4.0% in 2025, driven by increased trade, investment, and digital transformation.

Notable economies like Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa are seeing continued growth, while emerging markets such as Rwanda and Ethiopia are gaining momentum.

Key statistics:

• Africa鈥檚 tech sector secured $4.9 billion in venture capital funding in 2022, a 2.5x increase from 2021, with fintech and e-commerce startups leading the way.
• The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) aims to boost intra-African trade by over 50% by 2025, creating a market of 1.3 billion people.

2. The role of ERP Solutions: 麻豆原创 Business One and S/4HANA Public Cloud

As businesses across Africa scale, the need for robust systems to manage complex operations becomes essential.

ERP systems like 麻豆原创 Business One and 麻豆原创 S/4HANA Public Cloud offer tailored solutions for small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) and large corporations, respectively.

These cloud-based platforms streamline business processes, facilitate real-time data insights, and help companies manage everything from finance to supply chains seamlessly.

Why 麻豆原创 Business One and S/4HANA Public Cloud?

聽is designed for growing SMEs, providing an affordable yet comprehensive ERP solution that manages everything from sales and inventory to financials. For larger enterprises,聽聽delivers a robust, scalable, and flexible cloud ERP that integrates seamlessly with various business functions, supporting faster decision-making and reducing operational costs.

Case example: Small enterprises benefiting from 麻豆原创 Business One

A mid-sized manufacturing company in Kenya adopted 麻豆原创 Business One to streamline its supply chain and financial management.
By integrating their operations into a single system, they reduced inventory holding costs by 15% and improved order processing times by 30%.

This not only improved customer satisfaction but also enabled them to scale operations efficiently to serve international markets.

3. Cloud adoption and the benefits of S/4HANA Public Cloud

麻豆原创 S/4HANA Public Cloud is becoming the go-to ERP for enterprises seeking flexibility and scalability.

By leveraging the cloud, businesses can avoid heavy upfront IT investments, benefit from automatic software updates, and ensure that their systems are always running on the latest technology.

The SaaS model offers predictable costs, making it easier for businesses to budget for digital transformation.

Key statistics:

• Gartner reported that 67% of S/4HANA deals in 2023 were through 麻豆原创鈥檚 RISE program, which packages ERP, infrastructure, and services into a single contract, making it easier for businesses to transition to the cloud.
• Companies using S/4HANA Public Cloud have reported a 40% reduction in IT costs due to streamlined operations and automated updates.

These are critical stats that show the power of the SaaS model.

Human example: Modernizing operations with 麻豆原创 S/4HANA Public Cloud

A global aerospace company, leveraged 麻豆原创 S/4HANA Public Cloud to unify its operations across multiple regions.
The ERP allowed them to standardize processes, enabling them to manage production schedules and supply chains more efficiently.

This transformation not only improved operational efficiency but also gave Bombardier a competitive edge against larger aerospace competitors.

4. Navigating challenges: infrastructure, skills, and digital integration

While the future looks promising, businesses in Africa still face infrastructural deficits, a skills gap, and challenges in digital integration.

Connectivity in rural areas, for instance, remains a concern, and there鈥檚 a pressing need to upskill the workforce to manage sophisticated digital tools like ERP systems.

Building Digital Skills To fully benefit from 麻豆原创 Business One and S/4HANA Public Cloud, organizations need skilled personnel who can leverage these platforms effectively.

Companies investing in training and upskilling report smoother transitions and higher returns on their ERP investments.

For example, 麻豆原创鈥檚 鈥溾�� initiative focuses on supporting small and mid-sized businesses in adopting S/4HANA Public Cloud, with a structured learning program designed to help them maximize their ERP capabilities.

5. Collaboration and strategic partnerships: The way forward

Strategic collaborations will be essential for businesses in Africa to navigate the evolving digital landscape.

Partnerships with technology providers like 麻豆原创 are critical for accessing the latest ERP solutions and technical expertise.

麻豆原创 has made it easier for companies to transition to cloud-based ERPs through programs like , which bundles software, infrastructure, and services, simplifying the migration process for businesses with limited IT resources.

Greenfield vs. brownfield ERP implementation

For businesses considering a move to 麻豆原创 S/4HANA Public Cloud, two approaches are available: greenfield (a fresh implementation) and brownfield (system conversion).

Greenfield implementations allow companies to re-engineer business processes from scratch, while brownfield conversions are suitable for businesses looking to migrate existing setups with minimal disruption.

Each method has its advantages, depending on the company鈥檚 strategic goals and resources.

Shaping Africa鈥檚 business future with ERP solutions

As we look toward 2025, Africa鈥檚 business landscape is set for significant growth, with technology playing a central role.

麻豆原创 Business One and 麻豆原创 S/4HANA Public Cloud will be pivotal in supporting businesses of all sizes across the continent.

By enabling real-time data analysis, streamlined operations, and flexible cloud-based solutions, these ERPs help companies navigate the complexities of scaling in a rapidly evolving market.

C-suite executives must prioritize digital transformation, supported by the right ERP systems, strategic partnerships, and investment in human capital.

Companies that embrace cloud-based ERP solutions like 麻豆原创 S/4HANA Public Cloud and 麻豆原创 Business One will be better positioned to harness the opportunities presented by Africa鈥檚 dynamic business environment, paving the way for sustainable growth and enhanced global competitiveness.

Let us at SEIDOR assist you in moving your business towards the future.

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African enterprises seeking to scale into new markets and build new capabilities need access to accurate real-time data about the total performance of the business. For one of Nigeria鈥檚 leading renewable energy providers, a reliance on outdated systems led to inefficiencies that were stifling growth.

鈥淭he value proposition for renewables has strengthened significantly over the past year in our market, creating a substantial opportunity for our business to scale,鈥� says , Chief Financial Officer at . 鈥淗owever, our existing systems could no longer support accurate and effective decision-making. We made a strategic decision to undergo a digital transformation process to build new capabilities that could support our business into the future.鈥�

Arnergy is a leading cleantech company that provides sustainable solutions to energy reliability issues across emerging market. The company is headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, and offers sustainable solar solutions tailored to address pressing energy needs and deliver reliable power to residential and commercial energy users.

Burgeoning renewable energy market

Renewable energy is receiving unprecedented attention in Nigeria following the government鈥檚 decision to remove favourable fuel subsidies in H2 2023 and the subsequent increase in the electricity Band A tariffs from NGN 68/kWh to NGN 225/kWh in Q2 2024. This has led to a rapid escalation in the price of petrol and diesel,聽.

鈥淭he four-fold increase in fuel prices over the past year has strengthened the value proposition for renewable energy in Nigeria,鈥� says Fabola. 鈥淎necdotal evidence from our customers indicates that 40-60% of their operating expenses now go toward energy costs, and for some companies energy costs have even outstripped revenue. The result is renewed interest in affordable, clean energy solutions.鈥�

Fabola notes that, where the upfront capital outlay for solar was a deterrent a few years ago, today customers can achieve cost-savings from day one. 鈥淭his new market dynamic has created a huge opportunity for scaling clean energy solutions across our region and help achieve energy security while accelerating the transition to Net Zero.鈥�

Partnership, collaboration key

Arnergy chose for Scaleups S/4HANA Cloud for its technology needs and identified a suitable implementation partner to support the deployment and integration.

, Managing Partner at , which holds extensive experience with 麻豆原创 deployments for customers in a range of industries throughout West Africa, says: 鈥淲e initiated the project by conducting a visioning session which included active engagement from the Arnergy leadership team, including the CEO, CFO and other key stakeholders. We assessed Arnergy鈥檚 business model, taking into consideration its value-creation model, the profit model, and the logic that connects both. This afforded us a deep understanding of the business drivers of the project.鈥�

Fabola adds: 鈥淎s a business we are seeking to diversify and collaborate with other key industry players, but our systems were not optimised. By relying on several systems running concurrent processes, we experienced inefficiency in our decision-making capabilities, which had an outsized impact on our ability to execute our business strategy. For example, data about our financial performance was only available up to a month later, which limited our agility.鈥�

The implementation team leveraged the 麻豆原创 Activate methodology which includes a comprehensive change management process. Folawewo says this included identifying change agents within the business who would be influential in driving adoption of new capabilities. 鈥淲e also provided regular communication about new functionality, benefits, productivity boosts and efficiency gains. By constantly communicating the beneficial outcomes of the implementation, we can ensure there is healthy uptake of the new capabilities, further supporting Arnergy鈥檚 business objectives.鈥�

Razvan Barsan, 麻豆原创 Senior Account Executive supporting the Arnergy digital transformation project, notes the strong spirit of collaboration with the customer team. 鈥淔rom day one we鈥檝e had great buy-in and involvement by the leadership team, who helped communicate a compelling case for adoption within the business to ensure employees leverage the powerful new capabilities introduced by the digital transformation project.鈥�

Fabola adds: 鈥淚t was also critical for us to fix problems before we scale, lest we replicate issues in other areas of the business as we grow. With our new 麻豆原创 system and the ongoing support of our implementation partners, our business can confidently look at a new phase of growth and scalability that could see us play a central role in West Africa鈥檚 transition to cleaner, more reliable energy.鈥�

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This was the key takeaway at 麻豆原创 Innovation Day Nigeria, held in Lagos today.

According to Titilayo Adewumi, Regional Sales Director for West Africa at 麻豆原创, organisations are increasingly engaging in digital transformation initiatives to unlock competitive advantages. 鈥淲est African organisations are leveraging powerful new technologies and best practices to bring greater stability and predictability to their business models. In light of the growing importance of cloud and AI solutions, organisations across the region are also seeking to future-proof their processes and drive innovation at speed and at scale.鈥�

麻豆原创 Innovation Day is a series of global events held in multiple countries around the world. A South African event concluded in May this year. The Nigeria event featured key 麻豆原创 partners and customers, who shared their journeys and insights into successful technology-led innovation efforts.

James Fabola Jr, Chief Information Officer at renewable energy leader Arnergy, notes the important role that innovation has played in enabling his company to scale its solutions to a growing customer base. 鈥淲ith our new 麻豆原创 system and the ongoing support of our implementation partners, our business can confidently look at a new phase of growth and scalability that could see us play a central role in West Africa鈥檚 transition to cleaner, more reliable energy.鈥�

Arnergy recently chose GROW with 麻豆原创 for Scaleups S/4HANA Cloud to bolster its technological capabilities and introduce greater efficiency and accuracy to core business processes. The company was supported by 麻豆原创 and regional implementation partner ACED Consulting.

Abiola Folawewo, Managing Partner at ACED Consulting, says companies are hungry for the efficiency gains enabled by digital transformation. 鈥淐ompanies are in a race to streamline their operations and improve decision-making with accurate, real-time data insights. By working with experienced vendors and partners, organisations in the region can fast-track their innovation efforts and unlock significant business benefits.鈥�

Dumisani Moyo, Marketing Director at 麻豆原创 Africa, adds that the modern business landscape is marked by volatility and uncertainty, raising the stakes for digital transformation and innovation initiatives.

鈥淲idespread unpredictability is putting immense pressure on supply chains, revenue streams and profit models, especially in Africa. The critical question for business leaders in the region is how they can lead their organisations to a competitive edge despite the economic headwinds. Today鈥檚 event aims to empower businesses of all sizes with insights into how technology can help them stay competitive, drive sustainable growth, innovate at speed with AI, optimize processes, and gain valuable data insights.鈥�

Adewumi adds: 鈥淲est African organisations have access to a vibrant ecosystem of experts, implementation partners and best-of-breed technologies to support their innovation efforts. We look forward to working with business leaders in the region to unlock the significant business benefits of digital transformation and establish a solid foundation for their future growth, likely to be powered by cloud and AI technologies.鈥�

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In the third episode of AFSUG Conversation Starters, we are joined by David Yawalkar, product marketing leader at 麻豆原创 in Waldorf. He discusses 麻豆原创 Environments, maintenance timelines, and transitioning to the Cloud.

In this episode, David shares his insights on the latest advancements in ERP technology and how businesses can leverage cloud-based solutions to stay ahead of the curve.

Some highlights from the episode:

鉁� The importance of clean Core strategy in ERP systems
鉁� How GROW with 麻豆原创 and RISE with 麻豆原创 can help businesses simplify their ERP journey
鉁� What to expect from 麻豆原创’s innovation roadmap and upcoming solutions

Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights from a seasoned expert in the field. Tune in now to the AFSUG Conversation Starters podcast and discover the latest trends and best practices in ERP technology!

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The GROW with 麻豆原创 offering helps midsize companies adopt cloud ERP. The offering provides products, best-practice support, adoption acceleration services, a community and learning opportunities to help customers move to 麻豆原创 S/4HANA Cloud, public edition with speed, predictability and continuous innovation.

Dimension Data fulfilled 麻豆原创鈥檚 strict eligibility criteria to achieve the GROW with 麻豆原创 designation, which includes go-to-market readiness and competency status.

鈥淟everaging our global NTT Data investments, Dimension Data is able to accelerate the time to value for our clients by bringing robust methodology, intellectual property and proven local experience to the Middle East and Africa markets,鈥� says Brent Flint, Head: Enterprise Application at Dimension Data.

鈥淲e are very excited to be able to provide midsize companies in South Africa with the world-class 麻豆原创 S/4HANA solutions, enabling them to leverage the power of 麻豆原创 solutions with a tailored offering that helps them grow their business. GROW with 麻豆原创 provides the agility and innovation that these companies need, not just today, but for their success in years to come. The offering is underpinned by cost-effectiveness and rapid implementation, and the ability to continue to scale into the future,鈥� he adds.

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As part of NTT DATA, a USD 30 billion IT services provider, NTT Ltd. is a leading IT infrastructure and services company serving 65% of the Fortune Global 500 and more than 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We lay the foundation for organizations鈥� edge-to-cloud networking ecosystem, simplify the complexity of their workloads across multicloud environments, and innovate at the edge of their IT environments where networks, cloud and applications converge. We offer tailored infrastructure and ensure consistent best practices in design and operations across all of our secure, scalable and customizable data centers. On the journey towards a software-defined future, we support organizations with our platform-delivered infrastructure services. We enable a connected future. Visit us at

Dimension Data is a leading IT infrastructure and services company, operating across the Middle East and Africa. Dimension Data is 100% owned by the NTT group, a global technology and business solutions provider. Together NTT and Dimension Data believe in contributing to society through our business operations by applying technology for good.

At Dimension Data we deliver a secure and connected future that empowers our people, clients and communities. We lay the foundation for organizations鈥� edge-to-cloud networking ecosystem, simplify the complexity of their workloads across multicloud environments, and innovate at the edge of their IT environments, where networks, cloud and applications converge. We offer tailored infrastructure and ensure consistent best practices in design and operations across all of our secure, scalable and customizable data centers. On the journey towards a software-defined future, we support organizations with platform-delivered infrastructure services.

Established in South Africa, Dimension Data employs over 8000 employees across 15 countries. Our services and solutions serve clients across all industries including some of the biggest brands listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, Nairobi Securities Exchange, and the Dubai Financial Market.

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鈥溌槎乖粹�檚 ERP offering has long enabled聽end-to-end transparency across the business for the world鈥檚 leading companies,鈥� says Evert-Jan Tromp,聽Vice President Solution Sales Mid Market EMEA South. 鈥淲ith , we鈥檙e taking this to the next level for midsize companies, with a tailored offering that helps them grow their business. Being able to support many businesses on the continent with an agile, affordable and scalable offering. GROW with 麻豆原创 provides the agility and innovation midsize companies need not just today, but for their success in years to come.鈥�

For 50 years, 麻豆原创 has been working hand in hand with customers across every industry and using this expertise to benchmark and define best-in-class, industry-specific processes. GROW with 麻豆原创 provides these preconfigured best practices that midsize companies can immediately adopt. Embedded artificial intelligence (AI) and automation capabilities mean customers see rapid results. The GROW with 麻豆原创 offering also brings together , with accelerated adoption services, a global community of experts and free learning resources, helping customers go live in as little as four weeks.

Rob Coombe, Group IT Manager at , says: “Our 麻豆原创 S/4HANA Public Cloud deployment drives greater efficiency across our business by allowing us to leverage best-practice standards that keep processes running smoothly while unlocking significant cost savings. The power and scalability of the platform can also support our business as we enter new product segments and markets, allowing us to quickly and efficiently bring new processes and business capabilities online.”

GROW with 麻豆原创 also includes , so customers can define their own processes in a cloud-native way using . With 麻豆原创 Build solutions, business users can create enterprise apps, automate processes and design business sites without writing code, an important asset for those closest to the business who can create the solutions they need.

麻豆原创鈥檚 vibrant partner ecosystem will also engage with customers around GROW with 麻豆原创 and support their digital transformation needs. found that digital transformation specialists were in-demand at 48% of African organisations, indicating a potential skills gap for companies wishing to scale into the cloud.

IDC research shows that many midsize businesses find themselves growing rapidly and need their technology to grow with their business as they encounter the same issues related to global complexity as larger enterprise businesses.

鈥淲ith GROW with 麻豆原创, 麻豆原创 recognised they need to better fit the business and technology requirements of midsize companies looking for a cloud ERP solution,鈥� IDC enterprise software group vice president Mickey North Rizza said. 鈥淭his offering reengages the market with a refreshingly new opportunity to unlock the proven strength of 麻豆原创鈥檚 long-time understanding and leadership in the ERP space in the cloud.鈥�

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