Let’s Talk Data: Business Technology Podcast | SAP

What does it really take to become a data-driven organization? In this episode of Let's Talk Data, host Corrie Birkeness is joined by data strategy expert Shelly McQuigg and SAP Product Marketing Director Kara Reed for a practical discussion on building a successful data strategy that delivers measurable business value. Together, they explore why effective data strategies must begin with business...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Data, host Daniel Dukes of SAP America is joined by Lisa Horwich, founder of Pallas Research and a leading B2B tech qualitative researcher who interviews CISOs, data architects, and security professionals to surface actionable insights for technology companies.  Lisa and Daniel explore how AI is fundamentally reshaping the cybersecurity landscape- from AI-powered phis...

In this special episode of Let's Talk Cloud ERP, host Jennifer Frank McGrory welcomes IBM Consulting leaders Bill Pietrowski, Devraj Bardhan, and Jim Griffin to the podcast to discuss the latest developments in IBM's enterprise-wide cloud ERP transformation and the business value achieved since their last conversation.    The team shares how IBM has generated more than $4.5 billion in savings thro...

In this episode of the Let’s Talk Data Podcast presented by SAP, host Thierry Audas sits down with Jürgen Faisst and Kristian Rümmelin to explore how the International Business Communication Standards (IBCS) is transforming business reporting, dashboard design, and enterprise analytics.  The discussion highlights why inconsistent dashboards and reporting standards create confusion, slow decision-m...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Data, host Jose Chicas sits down with Leona Hasani, Product Manager for SAP Business Data Cloud and former data scientist, to explore how modern data platforms are transforming the data science workflow. The conversation dives into the real-world challenges data scientists face—from fragmented data access and lack of business context to time-consuming data preparation...

What does a day in the life of a data steward really look like? This podcast pulls back the curtain on the people who keep enterprise data trustworthy, usable, and compliant. We will discuss how these data steward navigate through the rhythms of their day—triaging data incidents, curating metadata, negotiating business definitions, enforcing access controls, and coordinating fixes across engineeri...

This episode of Let’s Talk Cloud ERP features Jennifer Frank McGrory in conversation with Lindsay Callaghan, Director of Business Systems at Rytec Corporation, a North American leader in high-speed, high-performance doors. The discussion explores how Rytec's ERP transformation journey has evolved within a long-standing SAP environment and how new business realities are shaping its future.  Rytec h...

In this episode of the SAP Let’s Talk Data podcast, SAP’s Lauren Wong sits down with Robin Bloor and Daniel Howard from Bloor Research to discuss findings from their recent study on SAP HANA Cloud and its role as a modern, in-memory cloud database for developers.    Drawing from interviews with SAP customers across industries, the conversation uncovers real-world insights into how organizations ar...

Don’t have time to read The Top Reason Why Organization Choose SAP HANA Cloud? Well you’re in luck! Step into the future of business innovation with SAP HANA Cloud! In this AI generated episode of The Let’s Talk Data Podcast, we unveil how SAP’s in-memory cloud database is revolutionizing the way organizations harness their data. This isn’t just another database—it’s a game-changing platform that...

In this insightful episode of the SAP Cloud ERP podcast, host Jennifer Frank McGrory, SAP Go-To Market Lead sits down with David Robinson, President and Chief Revenue Officer of SAP Cloud ERP. They discuss how SAP is helping businesses unlock growth and innovation through the SAP Business Suite. With 25+ years of ERP experience, David shares his perspective on SAP’s evolution from on-premise syste...

In this insightful episode of the Let’s Talk Data Podcast by SAP, host Niklas Siemer is joined by Shabana Samsudheen to explore the exciting new Knowledge Graph Engine in SAP HANA Cloud. The conversation dives deep into what knowledge graphs are, how they transform data analysis, and the value they unlock for organizations already using HANA Cloud—or considering it.  Together, they break down key...

In this episode of SAP Let’s Talk Data, host Daniel Dukes sits down with the 2024 Dota 2 World Champions—Team Liquid—for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how data is redefining competitive eSports. Joining the discussion are Team Liquid’s Dota (Defense of the Agents) analyst and coach Mathis Friesel (Jabbz) and Dota player Samuel Svahn (Boxi), along with SAP Dota Developer Maik Vogt. The con...

In Part 2 of the latest Let’s Talk Cloud ERP podcast, host Jennifer Frank McGrory continues her chat with Bill Piotrowski and Chris Perry of IBM about IBM’s ambitious transformation journey as it modernizes its global operations with SAP S/4HANA. Over 18 months, IBM executed a complex migration using an innovative Rapid Discovery approach, combining selective data migration, automation, and AI-dri...

In Part 1of the latest Let’s Talk Cloud ERP podcast, host Jennifer Frank McGrory chats with Bill Piotrowski and Chris Perry of IBM about IBM’s ambitious transformation journey as it modernizes its global operations with SAP S/4HANA. As a tech giant with a complex enterprise landscape, IBM is leveraging cloud, AI, and automation to enhance efficiency, agility, and innovation.  Join us as we dive in...

The episode features Jennifer Frank McGrory speaking with Steve Birgfeld, Vice President of IT and Services of Blue Diamond Growers., a leading agricultural cooperative and almond processor. They discuss the company's journey through digital transformation and the role of technology in enhancing its operations, customer experience, and market reach. Steve and Jen dive into how Blue Diamond Growers...

In this episode of the SAP Let's Talk Data podcast, host Corrie Birkeness is joined by experts Andreas Seifried (Product Manager at SAP) and Kai Hüner (CTO of CDQ) as they discuss the critical role of automation and data quality in master data management (MDM). They dive into the value of automation in master data management (MDM) and the critical role of high-quality, trusted data in enabling rel...

In this episode on modern manufacturing, we dive into AdvanSix’s journey with SAP’s Cloud ERP through the "Rise with SAP" offering. Our guest, Laura Lambeseder, an SAP S/4HANA Program Leader, shares a behind-the-scenes look at how AdvanSix—a fully integrated chemical manufacturing companyis approaching its digital transformation with cloud ERP.    Listeners will hear about the strategic goals and...

In this episode of the SAP Let's Talk Data podcast, we explore how Master Data Management (MDM) is essential for leveraging modern technologies like Data Fabric and Artificial Intelligence (AI). While Data Fabric connects data across systems for real-time access, and AI offers powerful insights, their success depends on a solid MDM foundation. Hosted by Corrie Birkeness, this episode is uniquely A...

In this podcast episode, Terry Penner and Jürgen Butsmann discuss the latest developments in SAP Business AI for SAP S/4HANA, and SAP BTP.  The conversation focuses on how Artificial Intelligence is evolving at SAP, with particular attention to large language models (LLMs) and their growing application in SAP cloud ERP and SAP BTP solutions.  Speakers:  Jürgen Butsmann is part of the SAP S/4HANA C...

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating history and ongoing evolution of the T. Marzetti Company and its partnership with major top named brands enhanced by Rise with SAP. Host Jennifer Frank McGrory, SAP Go-To Market Lead and The T. Marzetti Company’s CIO Liam Durbin explore the company’s rich history of women in leadership, its diverse product offerings, and its innovative approach to part...

Join Matthew Zenus, Global Vice President – SAP HANA & Persistency, Product Management and Strategy, and Daniel Dukes, Senior Product Marketing Director, as they reminisce on SAP HANA and the bright future of SAP HANA Cloud. Enjoy a time of personal stories, candid advice, and forward thinking from these two veterans. For anyone considering SAP HANA Cloud or even a current customer, this conve...

A clean core helps customers keep up with the competition and use SAP S/4HANA standard features whenever possible and provides an easier way to keep getting updates without breaking business-specific functionality.  During this podcast, Sue Waite, Senior Director for North American Center of Excellence, Business Technology Platform solutions at SAP, and David Sentance, Associate Partner and Head o...

Guest host, Erik Lossbroek, is joined by Satya Jayadev, CIO of Skyworks,  who shares insights into Skyworks transformation journey and adoption of Rise with SAP. Satya discusses challenges, emphasizing organizational change management and governance. Satya explores the partnership between Skyworks, SAP, and Deloitte and envisions the post-go-live roadmap, focusing on efficiencies and innovation. D...

SAP experts discuss best practices and practical approaches for migrating data and master data management with SAP S/4HANA and SAP Business Technology Platform. SAP experts discuss best practices and practical approaches for migrating data and master data management with SAP S/4HANA and SAP Business Technology Platform. Speakers: Randy Connelly - Global Data Governance Practice Lead, Syniti Bill T...

Listen as SAP data experts, Gebhard Roos, Maria Villar, and Tina Rosario discuss the concepts that fall under the umbrella of “Data as a Product.” They will converse on the nuances and value of various approaches to data sharing, including democratization, monetization, and data marketplaces, with both inside and outside views.   Host: Corrie Birkeness Speakers: Gebhard Roos – Product Manager for...