Episodes

  • SAP Business Suite vision with Manoj Swaminathan | 6-year podcast anniversary

    SAP Business Suite vision with Manoj Swaminathan | 6-year podcast anniversary
    Oct 29 2025
    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
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    31 mins
  • Episode 131: From data to impact: BASF Coatings' journey with SAP Sustainability Footprint Management

    Episode 131: From data to impact: BASF Coatings' journey with SAP Sustainability Footprint Management
    Oct 15 2025
    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.
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    23 mins
  • Episode 130: Digital thread and PLM: Driving innovation across industries with Piterion

    Episode 130: Digital thread and PLM: Driving innovation across industries with Piterion
    Oct 1 2025
    In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, host Fernanda Rodrigues dives into the transformative power of the digital thread in product lifecycle management (PLM). Joined by Petra Streng from SAP and Ravi Nirankari, CEO of Piterion, they explore how digital threads connect engineering, manufacturing, and service data across industries like automotive, aerospace, oil & gas, and pharmaceuticals. Learn how cloud technology, collaboration, and PLM systems enable smarter maintenance, faster innovation, and new business models. Hear real-world success stories and discover how companies are leveraging digital threads to stay competitive.
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    22 mins
  • Episode 129: Finance leaders' guide to Cloud ERP transformation with Mickaël Quesnot

    Episode 129: Finance leaders' guide to Cloud ERP transformation with Mickaël Quesnot
    Sep 17 2025
    In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, Yannick Peterschmitt welcomes SAP veteran Mickaël Quesnot to decode the ERP transformation journey for finance leaders. Discover why legacy systems are liabilities, how unified architecture eliminates reconciliation, and what role AI and Joule play in shaping autonomous finance. With powerful analogies and 25 years of experience, Mickaël offers a strategic roadmap for CFOs navigating digitalization. Are you building a future-ready finance engine or patching together outdated parts? What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to insides4@sap.com
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    33 mins
  • Episode 128: Transforming Global Healthcare with SAP Cloud ERP – AHF and Nagarro’s Innovation Journey

    Episode 128: Transforming Global Healthcare with SAP Cloud ERP – AHF and Nagarro’s Innovation Journey
    Sep 3 2025
    In this compelling episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, host Yannick Peterschmitt is joined by leaders from AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) and SAP partner Nagarro to explore AHF’s groundbreaking implementation of SAP Cloud ERP. As the winner of the 2025 SAP Innovation Award in the Cloud ERP Champion category, AHF shares how they scaled their operations across 48 countries, integrated key SAP solutions like Concur and SuccessFactors, and overcame regulatory challenges in the public sector. Hear from Lyle Honig Mojica (CFO, AHF), Benjamin Seifert (Solution Architect, Nagarro), and Erik Uekermann (SAP Cloud Director, Nagarro) as they discuss: - Why AHF chose SAP Cloud ERP over private cloud options - How real-time data and seamless integration transformed financial operations - The role of SAP Business Technology Platform in streamlining global processes - Lessons learned and advice for other nonprofit and public sector organizations Whether you're in healthcare, nonprofit, or tech, this episode offers valuable insights into digital transformation, cloud scalability, and the power of strategic partnerships.
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    27 mins
  • Episode 127: DSM-Firmenich’s strategy for Cloud ERP innovation driving business progress

    Episode 127: DSM-Firmenich’s strategy for Cloud ERP innovation driving business progress
    Jul 30 2025
    In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, host Yannick Peterschmitt welcomes Rahul Bhardwaj from dsm-firmenich to share his remarkable ERP transformation journey. From unexpected surprises during onboarding to leading a pioneering Public Cloud implementation, Rahul discusses the importance of asking "why," embracing a cloud mindset, and navigating change management. Discover how his team turned a business challenge into an award-winning innovation—and why pickleball perfectly describes his SAP journey.
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    32 mins
  • Episode 126: Parallel Line in SAP S/4HANA Cloud – A New Era of Implementation Flexibility feat. Infosys

    Episode 126: Parallel Line in SAP S/4HANA Cloud – A New Era of Implementation Flexibility feat. Infosys
    Jul 16 2025
    In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, host Jerry Lowery dives into the transformative power of the Parallel Line (PL) in SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition. Joined by Ajay Kumar from Infosys, and SAP experts Nicola Pace and Jai Srinivasan, the discussion explores how the Parallel Line enables seamless configuration, testing, and data migration, without disrupting the main project line. Learn from real-world implementation experiences, discover key benefits, prerequisites, and best practices, and get a glimpse into the future roadmap of this innovative capability. What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to insides4@sap.com.
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    32 mins
  • Episode 125: Closing the Gap: Upskilling for Business Transformation to SAP S/4HANA Cloud

    Episode 125: Closing the Gap: Upskilling for Business Transformation to SAP S/4HANA Cloud
    Jul 3 2025
    Join host Yannick Peterschmitt and guest Alok Kumar, CEO of ZaranTech, as they explore how learning drives successful SAP S/4HANA Cloud transformations. Discover why mindset matters more than tools, how emotional intelligence fuels adoption, and what it takes to build career confidence, not just pass certifications. From cloud myths to practical upskilling strategies, this episode is packed with insights for professionals and organizations embracing change. What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to insides4@sap.com.
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    21 mins