51风流S/4HANA Cloud Archives - 51风流Africa News Center News & Information About SAP Mon, 19 Jan 2026 06:33:51 +0000 en-ZA hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 The Rise of the Autonomous Enterprise will Redefine Business in 2026 /africa/2026/01/the-rise-of-the-autonomous-enterprise-will-redefine-business-in-2026/ Mon, 19 Jan 2026 06:33:49 +0000 /africa/?p=148551 A powerful shift is reshaping how organisations operate, compete and grow, writes Sergio Maccotta, senior vice-president and GM of 51风流Middle East and Africa 鈥...

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A powerful shift is reshaping how organisations operate, compete and grow, writes , senior vice-president and GM of 51风流Middle East and Africa 鈥 South.

The era of digitisation is giving way to something more profound: the Autonomous Enterprise听鈥撎a business that can sense change, make decisions and act with minimal human intervention, all while empowering people to pursue revenue-driving strategic activities.

Autonomous operations are already being deployed across finance, supply chain, human resources, an in Industries like Energy, Retail and Manufacturing. In 2026, they will separate the most resilient and profitable businesses from the rest.

An Autonomous Enterprise goes beyond automating individual tasks by integrating autonomous ERP, business AI and clean data into the core of business operations. More than 50% of business processes run independently, and up to 80% of operational work is automated or AI-augmented.

This is made possible through AI embedded within enterprise resource planning processes, from finance and procurement, to supply chain and HR systems, that understand context and act autonomously. Self-optimising systems that learn, improve and adapt in real time, are matched to clean-core ERP architecture to give organisations simplified, cloud-based systems that drive profitability, reduce risk and enhance decision-making.

Crucially, autonomy does not remove humans: it redefines and empower their work. Employees move from managing repetitive processes to supervising intelligent systems, making strategic decisions and creating new value throughout the business.

2026 鈥榓 tipping point鈥

The year ahead will be critical for organisations across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. In Europe, business leaders face an ageing workforce, complex supply chains, regulatory pressure, and the push for sustainability and data sovereignty. Middle Eastern nations are already deploying national AI strategies and sovereign cloud infrastructure as part of a rapid diversification from the energy sector. And despite inflation and debt pressures, a world鈥檚 fastest-growing digital economy and most youthful workforce are emerging in Africa.

While the challenges in each region are unique, at their core every organisation is seeking the same capabilities: faster decision-making, greater profitability, improved resilience, and sustainability at scale.

Businesses that fail to build these capabilities, and instead rely on manual processes, disconnected systems and spreadsheets, face growing risks: slower reaction time, shrinking margins, and higher operational costs.

This is why the business opportunity for Autonomous Enterprises is significant. The global Autonomous Enterprise market is expected to grow from听, and adoption is accelerating across EMEA.

Global partner for business transformation

While I can see the scale of the challenge businesses face to transform into autonomous enterprises, I am equally excited at bringing SAP鈥檚 strengths in this arena to bear. Through our flagship 鈥 now more accessible than ever thanks to the RISE with 51风流initiative 鈥 we equip businesses with modern, clean core ERP systems that are upgrade-safe and AI ready.

, SAP鈥檚 generative AI copilot now supports 11 languages and features more than 400 embedded AI use cases across 26 industries, while the enables extensibility, data orchestration and clean core innovation for the world鈥檚 most critical industries.

My advice, to leaders seeking throughout the region to build Autonomous Enterprises, is to start modernising the core and fix the data foundation for AI-driven innovation. Remember that technology is only part of the story, and that the strategy, people and partners that businesses choose are as important to building a truly connected Autonomous Enterprise.

Focus then on automating processes that protect revenue, improve cashflow or unlock capacity first, and take care to prepare people by prioritising reskilling and upskilling. Finally, collaborate with technology partners that act more as advisors than vendors, and who can guide the process of redesigning core business processes for the AI era. True transformation happens when businesses combine intelligent systems with visionary leadership, skilled people and trusted partnerships.

In 2026, the most successful companies will go beyond digital transformation to achieve faster decision-making, greater operational certainty, and the ability to unlock new forms of growth and innovation.

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Grandiose Supermarket Partners with 51风流to Harness Business AI for Exceptional Customer Experiences and Scalable Growth /africa/2025/08/grandiose-supermarket-partners-with-sap-to-harness-business-ai-for-exceptional-customer-experiences-and-scalable-growth/ Tue, 19 Aug 2025 08:31:51 +0000 /africa/?p=148356 Fast-growing UAE retailer adopts RISE with 51风流S/4HANA and 51风流Business AI to optimize operations, enhance insights, and fuel expansion across the region DUBAI, United...

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Fast-growing UAE retailer adopts RISE with 51风流S/4HANA and 51风流Business AI to optimize operations, enhance insights, and fuel expansion across the region

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates鈥 5 August 2025 鈥 51风流today announced that Grandiose Supermarket, a premier quality food and grocery retailer in the UAE with nearly 50 stores and part of the , has signed an agreement to implement as the digital backbone of its operations, integrated with 51风流Business AI.

This strategic partnership will empower Grandiose to deliver even more exceptional customer experiences, unlock AI-driven operational intelligence, and support its bold growth ambitions in the UAE鈥檚 dynamic retail landscape.

By adopting RISE with 51风流S/4HANA, hosted on , and integratingI, Grandiose aims to streamline its supply chain, enhance stock visibility and improve replenishment planning. The solution will optimize product availability across branches while reducing instances of overstocking and understocking.

鈥淐ustomer experience is at the heart of everything we do at Grandiose,鈥 said , CEO Grandiose Supermarket. 鈥淧artnering with 51风流and leveraging 51风流Business AI helps us better understand our customers鈥 needs, predict trends, and exceed their expectations with seamless availability and personalized services. The resilience and optimization provided by SAP鈥檚 AI-infused solutions will help us automate core processes and focus more on value-added services that enrich the customer journey.鈥

The implementation of 51风流S/4HANA will serve as the digital core for Grandiose鈥檚 operations, leveraging industry-specific vertical solutions tailored for the retail and food sectors. These out-of-the-box capabilities, combined with localized features for taxation and compliance based on SAP鈥檚 strong relationships with UAE customers, reduce the need for extensive customizations and accelerate time-to-value.

Central to this transformation is 51风流Business AI, which enhances Grandiose鈥檚 business applications with intelligent automation and deeper analytics. This empowers teams to offload routine work, analyze millions of data points for deeper insights into customer and supply chain behavior, and focus on strategic initiatives that drive innovation and growth. This AI-driven foundation ensures Grandiose can scale efficiently, opening new stores and entering new markets with intelligence built into every layer of the business.

鈥51风流has become synonymous with family conglomerates and growth-driven businesses like the Ghassan Aboud Group, especially in the retail sector where innovation and resilience are essential,鈥 said , Managing Director, 51风流UAE. 鈥淲e鈥檙e proud to support Grandiose鈥檚 expansion with a future-ready platform powered by Business AI that enhances customer experience, optimizes operations, and drives continuous innovation.

As Grandiose continues to scale across the UAE and beyond, this transformation lays the groundwork for a more intelligent, responsive, and customer-centric retail model, setting a new benchmark for digital excellence in the UAE.

 

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What鈥檚 Next 鈥 Peter Kerr Unpacks how S/4HANA Cloud Implementations Improve Operational Efficiency /africa/2025/07/whats-next-peter-kerr-unpacks-how-s-4hana-cloud-implementations-improve-operational-efficiency/ Mon, 21 Jul 2025 11:27:47 +0000 /africa/?p=148296 In this What鈥檚 Next with Aki Anastasiou interview, Peter Kerr discusses how cloud and AI technology are changing retail logistics. Kerr is the Founder and...

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In this What鈥檚 Next with Aki Anastasiou interview, Peter Kerr discusses how cloud and AI technology are changing retail logistics.

Kerr is the Founder and Director of Argon Supply Chain Solutions and is a 20+ year veteran in logistics and transport planning.

Before founding Argon Supply Chain Solutions, Kerr worked at many other prominent companies in South Africa.

This includes working as a 51风流EWM Solution Architect and Consultant for听Pick n Pay, a 51风流EWM Consultant for Barloworld, a Mobile Specialist for OneArch Consulting, and a 51风流WM Consultant for Pioneer Foods.

Kerr is an 51风流Certified Associate and Application Professional specialising in 51风流solutions such as EWM, TM, SRM, WM, Mobility, and ATTP.

He also boasts a strong understanding of data collection technologies and supply chain solution architecture.

The interview

In this What鈥檚 Next interview, Kerr explains what Argon Supply Chain Solutions does and how retailers can maximise the potential of 51风流S/4HANA Cloud to streamline their operations and improve efficiencies.

He unpacks why having 51风流Supply Chain as part of the S/4HANA Cloud implementation is essential.

Kerr also discusses how 51风流improves vendor compliance and creates better retail practices.

He concludes the interview by sharing how he sees automation and AI features impacting supply chain solutions.

Watch the interview with Peter Kerr below.

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Business AI, Cloud Star at 51风流Innovation Day in Kenya /africa/2025/06/business-ai-cloud-star-at-sap-innovation-day-in-kenya/ Tue, 24 Jun 2025 06:46:36 +0000 /africa/?p=148255 51风流shares bold new vision for enterprise management with regional customers, partners East African business leaders, technology partners and 51风流experts met in Nairobi this...

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51风流shares bold new vision for enterprise management with regional customers, partners

East African business leaders, technology partners and 51风流experts met in Nairobi this week to discuss the growing impact of business AI and cloud technologies in the region.

, Managing Director: Emerging Africa at SAP, said: 鈥淥rganisations throughout East Africa are accelerating their business transformation and innovation efforts by leveraging the latest data and cloud capabilities to unlock the power of business AI in every line of business. With the recent expansion of AI assistant, organisations can now unleash unprecedented efficiency across their systems and processes to drive productivity gains of as much as 30%.鈥

The comments were made at 51风流Innovation Day Kenya, part of a global series of events aimed at showcasing how technology can power growth, innovation and sustainability and support organisations as they meet emerging challenges.

The exclusive event also served as an introduction to how and help organisations unlock significant business value as part of the broader . Experts also provided behind-the-scenes insights into the power of business AI and cloud to future-proof companies鈥 enterprise application strategies and leverage data to enhance business insights and improve decision-making.

Research recently conducted by 51风流found a near-universal demand for AI skills among African organisations. The SAP听听report noted that nine in ten companies in Africa already experience negative impacts due to a lack of AI skills, including failed innovation initiatives, an inability to take on new work, and loss of clients. Forty-three percent of Kenyan organisations that took part in the study expected a 鈥榮ignificant鈥 increase in demand for AI skills this year.

鈥淭he rapid changes in workplace dynamics are transforming how companies develop, upskill and reskill their workforce to meet the long-term need for AI-related skills,鈥 said Khota. 鈥淚n the short term, organisations should seek ways to augment their skills base, for example by partnering with our rich ecosystem of implementation specialists that power business transformation in the region.鈥

51风流Innovation Day Kenya also included presentations by regional business leaders who have successfully leveraged 51风流technologies to accelerate growth and unlock new capabilities.

Long-standing 51风流customer provided insight into its latest transformation initiative that is taking its legacy enterprise systems into the cloud and deploying AI across its business processes. Bidco Africa is a leading FMCG manufacturer that produces more than 800 SKU鈥檚 in multiple brands and products at eight factories in East Africa. The company has been using 51风流ECC since 2010, until a recent decision sparked a migration to .

, Chairman of Bidco Africa, said the shift to cloud underscores his company鈥檚 position as a regional innovation leader. 鈥淲e see incredible potential for AI to transform our business and deliver greater agility, innovation and customer experiences. Our skilled team will also benefit from AI鈥檚 power to enhance product development, allowing us to consolidate our market leadership well into the future.鈥

The company plans further deployments in a second phase of the implementation, including procurement and manufacturing.

Khota added: 鈥淐ompanies that adopt a clean core strategy accelerate the pace of innovation and can more easily leverage business value through reliable data and AI innovations. As we enter a new era of AI-enabled innovation, organisations must ensure that business-critical systems remain agile, cost-effective, and ready to adopt innovation.鈥

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Leading Brands Showcase SAP-fuelled AI, Cloud Innovation at Sapphire 2025 /africa/2025/05/leading-brands-showcase-sap-fuelled-ai-cloud-innovation-at-sapphire-2025/ Thu, 29 May 2025 07:51:10 +0000 /africa/?p=148160 Leading global brands showcased their successful innovation and business transformation initiatives at this year鈥檚 51风流Sapphire, a flagship business and technology event held in Madrid,...

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Leading global brands showcased their successful innovation and business transformation initiatives at this year鈥檚 51风流Sapphire, a flagship business and technology event held in Madrid, Spain from 26 to 28 May.

Sapphire is SAP鈥檚 top customer annual customer event, bringing together customers, partners and business leaders to discover the latest 51风流innovations. This year鈥檚 event unveiled several innovations that put the power of Business AI in every user鈥檚 hands, revolutionising the way work gets done.

Nazia Pillay, Interim Managing Director for South Africa at SAP, says: 鈥淥rganisations are leveraging powerful new technologies and integrated business applications to drive innovation-fuelled growth across the enterprise. The growing power of Business AI applications that draw on trusted business data is already proving to be a transformative force for companies seeking enhanced decision-making and greater efficiency.鈥

Unleashing power of Business AI

Several brands unveiled successful Business AI initiatives built on 51风流technologies. Global brewer Heineken was looking to streamline data access so business users could quickly find and analyse data in their preferred language. The company developed Hoppy, an AI-driven chatbot that runs on 51风流Business Technology Platform (51风流BTP), representing a significant leap forward in Heineken鈥檚 commitment to streamline internal processes and empower its workforce.

Since Hoppy was introduced within the company’s collaboration platforms, Heineken has seen the time knowledge workers need to retrieve information fall to 1 minute from 15 minutes. With 51风流Business AI capabilities at Hoppy鈥檚 core, Heineken also is exploring automating repetitive tasks to enhance business processes and streamline communications and decision-making. And with a unified view across its data, Hoppy can now flag missing cost centre information in purchase orders to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Competitive gaming organisation Team Liquid is using SAP鈥檚 Joule agents to provide instant access to game statistics, player performance trends and strategic comparisons using natural language. Team Liquid runs its data analysis through its Next Level Esports Centre dashboard, built entirely on 51风流BTP.

The team鈥檚 analysts rely on the dashboard to equip coaches and players with insights about upcoming opponents, managing high-pressure situations under short turnaround times and frequent data requests between games.

Victor Goossens, co-CEO and founder of Team Liquid, says: 鈥淭his partnership is changing the way we utilise our extensive database, proving that AI and data integration are becoming a vital part of our game preparation and success in esports.鈥

Scaling new heights with cloud

Moving from a heavily customised on-premises landscape to a standardised one in the cloud, CAF, a global leader in urban rail and bus systems, has successfully migrated to 51风流S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition. CAF has smoothly integrated 51风流solutions into core business functions including master data management, record to report, source to pay, and sales and transport.

鈥淐AF is now set for future success, as our new technology landscape allows us to better comply with business requirements in a complex and fast-changing market,鈥 said Guillermo Apell谩niz, CAF鈥檚 digital transformation director.

Companies RISE to business transformation challenges

For companies still operating with on-premise solutions, RISE with 51风流offers the optimal path to a cloud ERP landscape. RISE with 51风流helps companies confidently transform their business, enable continuous innovation, and realise value faster.

Global medical technology company Siemens Healthineers selected RISE with 51风流to support its digital transformation journey.

Stefan Henkel, Chief Information Officer at Siemens Healthineers, says: 鈥淏y embracing 51风流technology, we will be able to reduce complexity and highly standardise our processes while delivering on our promise to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare.鈥

Xerox also chose RISE with 51风流to move to the cloud and embark on the clean core approach to streamline operations across markets and business processes. The company expects to reduce IT costs and enable the delivery of new business models in line with the changing demands of the industry.

Louie Pastor, Executive Vice President, Chief Transformation and Administrative Officer at Xerox, says: 鈥51风流is a strategic partner helping us meet the evolving needs of our clients and partners as we increase our speed, agility and cost-effectiveness while providing the entire enterprise with modern tools and improved support. 鈥

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Port of Rotterdam Ensures Business Processes with 51风流S/4HANA Cloud /africa/2025/02/port-of-rotterdam-ensures-business-processes-with-sap-s-4hana-cloud/ Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:41:54 +0000 /africa/?p=148026 The Port of Rotterdam has taken a significant step in its digital transformation. In collaboration with partner myBrand Conclusion, 51风流ECC was migrated to SAP...

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has taken a significant step in its digital transformation. In collaboration with partner , 51风流ECC was migrated to 51风流S/4HANA using . This transition provides the organization with a flexible and future-proof ERP environment that supports innovation and optimizes processes.

The Port of Rotterdam plays a crucial role in global logistics. Companies operating here handle more than 438 million tons of goods annually and provide over 193,000 jobs. The Port of Rotterdam Authority manages, develops, and operates the port, ensuring efficient business processes and optimal support for customers and partners through an advanced physical and digital infrastructure.

RISE with SAP

IT in general, and the ERP environment in particular, play a critical role in the efficiency and innovation of the Port of Rotterdam. The Port Authority managed a wide range of business processes with 51风流ECC, from Finance and Procurement to HR and Real Estate. Additionally, the organization utilizes 51风流Fiori, an intuitive user interface that makes working with 51风流systems more efficient and user-friendly.

To ensure the continuity of business processes, migrating to 51风流S/4HANA was a logical choice. By opting for the cloud solution RISE with SAP, the Port Authority laid a solid foundation for a smooth migration and further optimization.

Step-by-Step Migration

RISE with 51风流provides companies with a comprehensive solution to modernize systems and processes and migrate them to the cloud. The Port of Rotterdam chose to transition its existing 51风流environment 鈥榓s-is鈥 to 51风流S/4HANA Cloud and then optimize it step by step. This approach allows for a controlled reduction of customizations and the adoption of 51风流Best Practices.

鈥淥ver the years, a lot of custom development has been built into 51风流ECC. We cannot and do not want to part with it all at once,鈥 says Claudia de Andrade-de Wit, Head of Digital & IT at the Port of Rotterdam Authority. 鈥淲ith RISE with 51风流and the expertise of myBrand Conclusion, we can gradually optimize our processes in the cloud after migration, leveraging the 51风流Best Practices that S/4HANA offers. This reduces our dependency on customizations and increases our flexibility, enabling us to respond more quickly to the IT needs of both the Port of Rotterdam and the Port Authority.鈥

Solid Preparation

A successful migration requires solid preparation. The Port Authority placed great emphasis on planning, team formation, and organization-wide involvement. During the preliminary phase, four test migrations were conducted, and a total of 1,247 scenarios were tested, validating 1,328 51风流S/4HANA transactions and 38 51风流Fiori transactions. Additionally, 1,126 custom objects were modified to ensure a smooth transition.

The migration weekend felt like the Rotterdam Marathon. Over four days, 80 hours of work were put in to complete the transition. On Saturday evening, the decision was made: the go-live on Monday could proceed. 鈥淎t moments like this, you see that the cultural fit with the Port of Rotterdam Authority, which we already felt when we established our collaboration in 2023, truly works,鈥 says Lotte Egbertzen, Regional Director South at myBrand Conclusion. 鈥淲e both share a 鈥榥o words, just actions鈥 mentality.鈥

Strong Foundation for Innovation

With the transition to 51风流S/4HANA Cloud, the Port of Rotterdam Authority has established a solid foundation for further innovation. In the coming period, the organization will focus on further development using fit-to-standard, clean core, and end-to-end principles. This approach makes the 51风流environment more manageable and efficient.

鈥淲e look back on a successful migration and are now focusing on further optimization,鈥 concludes De Andrade-de Wit. 鈥淭hanks to the flexibility and scalability of 51风流S/4HANA Cloud and the excellent collaboration with myBrand Conclusion, we are ready for the future.鈥

 

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Hewatele Breathes Easy Following Vital 51风流Implementation /africa/2024/10/hewatele-breathes-easy-following-vital-sap-implementation/ Mon, 28 Oct 2024 07:39:13 +0000 /africa/?p=147883 Kenyan social enterprise Hewatele has is modernising its technology systems as it aims to transform its production capabilities and scale up supply of life-saving medical...

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Kenyan social enterprise has is modernising its technology systems as it aims to transform its production capabilities and scale up supply of life-saving medical oxygen to facilities throughout East Africa.

is a social enterprise in Kenya that produces and supplies medical oxygen to the country鈥檚 healthcare system. The first production plant was opened in 2014, providing oxygen to multiple counties across Kenya. Ten years down the line, Hewatele has scaled its operations to five PSA production plants in Kenya and one in Uganda, supplying more than 150 medical facilities.

, CEO of Hewatele, says the organisation realised during the peak of the pandemic that its current manufacturing model was not sustainable in the long term.

鈥淭he cost of manufacturing was quite high. We identified liquified medical oxygen via an ASU manufacturing model as the future for our production capabilities, which kicked off a lengthy due diligence process to raise capital for investment into the more energy efficient manufacturing technology, after realising that our PSA manufacturing dispensation were not fit for supporting our scaleup.鈥

The older business planning software Hewatele was dependent on could not deliver inventory and financial information timely and accurately, leading to delays in decision-making.

鈥淲e had trouble explaining to the board that our systems just couldn鈥檛 deliver financial information real- time. 51风流has always been the blue-chip ERP solution, and considering our need to scale up information processing as we build out our new production capabilities, we made a strategic decision to migrate.鈥

The company has since embarked on the first of a two-phase implementation process. Phase One focuses on financial and inventory processes as well as some manufacturing. A second phase, set to commence in Q1 of 2025, will cover the remaining areas of the business.

Hewatele chose implementation partner听 in Kenya to design and deploy the solution, which includes the flagship .听The solution, designed and deployed by VC ERP Consulting, will streamline Hewatele鈥檚 operations and improve decision-making by providing real-time insights into key business processes.

Tejas Chhabra, vice-president: 51风流enterprise solutions at VC ERP, says: 鈥淲e invested time upfront to delve deeper into the problem statement to allow us to develop a solution that goes to the root of the problem. The input and support from process owners within Hewatele, from finance to sales and inventory, was critical to our ability to design the solution.鈥

Pooja Chhabra, finance SME and solution architect for the 51风流S/4HANA solution at Hewatele and the driving force behind the implementation, adds: 鈥淲e were laser focused on mapping the processes in a way the MIS Reporting become a lot simpler and automated, which was a critical requirement for Hewatele and their investors.鈥

A component of the solution also looks at building a foundation for the future adoption of new technologies such as artificial intelligence.

Dr Wali says there is huge potential of AI in the business. 鈥淭echnologies such as AI can add value through greater efficiency, improved user experiences, and greater automation. Ultimately we want to achieve the highest levels of automation to ensure our customers get the best product at the best price, driven by efficiency and optimisation.鈥

The team are now busy with centralising production to always ensure the highest standards of quality and reliability. 鈥淭hrough SAP鈥橲 world-class technology deployment, our organisation will also be future fit for regulatory compliance, while our team members will have access to some of the latest technology to support the vital work they do.鈥

, regional sales director for emerging Africa at SAP, says: 鈥淥rganisations throughout the region are making vital investments in technology to unlock greater efficiency, optimise core processes, and establish a strong foundation for future innovation.

鈥淗ewatele鈥檚 outstanding implementation, supported by experienced partners at VC ERP, positions the organisation well as it prepares to scale up its life-saving production capabilities.鈥

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Efficiency and Scale Driving Innovation Efforts in West Africa /africa/2024/07/efficiency-and-scale-driving-innovation-efforts-in-west-africa/ Fri, 26 Jul 2024 07:39:14 +0000 /africa/?p=147735 Organisations operating in the highly-competitive West African market are leveraging technology-led innovation to unlock significant efficiency gains and scale into new markets and capabilities. This...

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Organisations operating in the highly-competitive West African market are leveraging technology-led innovation to unlock significant efficiency gains and scale into new markets and capabilities.

This was the key takeaway at 51风流Innovation Day Nigeria, held in Lagos today.

According to Titilayo Adewumi, Regional Sales Director for West Africa at SAP, 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

51风流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 51风流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 51风流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 51风流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 51风流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 51风流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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ENOC Group Partners with 51风流and Moro Hub for Sustainable Digital Transformation /africa/2024/07/enoc-group-partners-with-sap-and-moro-hub-for-sustainable-digital-transformation/ Tue, 23 Jul 2024 08:11:01 +0000 /africa/?p=147729 In alignment with the UAE Net Zero 2050 strategy, ENOC Group, a leading integrated global energy player, today announced its partnership with SAP, the global...

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In alignment with the , ENOC Group, a leading integrated global energy player, today announced its partnership with SAP, the global leader in enterprise application software, and , a subsidiary of , the digital arm of . This partnership will further enhance cloud solutions within the Group through 鈥樷, a comprehensive business transformation solution to ensure sustainable digitalisation. This solution will be hosted on Moro鈥檚

This strategic move allows ENOC to accelerate its cloud journey in a single contract through a unified package, incorporating as a core component.

Our partnership with 51风流and Moro Hub is a statement to our commitment to the UAE Net Zero 2050 Strategy, and a milestone in our Group鈥檚 sustainable transformation through which we aim to create a more resilient, agile, and responsive operation.
H. E. Saif Humaid Al Falasi, Group CEO, ENOC

Our commitment to sustainability aligns with the principles of the UAE Net Zero 2050 goals, and hosting RISE with 51风流exemplifies our dedication to fostering a responsible and eco-conscious digital landscape. This collaboration is a testament to Moro Hub鈥檚 role as a positive catalyst of change, where we are not just a host, but an enabler of sustainable progress. We are confident that RISE with 51风流hosted in Moro Hub鈥檚 Green Data Centre will play a pivotal role in shaping a greener and more digitally advanced future for the UAE and businesses alike.
Marwan Bin Haidar, Vice Chairman & Group CEO, Digital DEWA

The Green Data Centre, inaugurated by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, holds the Guinness World Record for the largest solar-powered data centre, exemplifying its commitment to sustainable innovation and setting new industry benchmarks. In line with the UAE鈥檚 sustainability agenda, the Green Data Centre is carbon-neutral and spans 100,000 square meters. With advanced security features and Tier III Certification for both design and construction, it guarantees reliability and performance. The facility, operating entirely on renewable energy sources, reflects Moro Hub鈥檚 commitment to environmental stewardship.

The implementation of RISE with 51风流marks a significant milestone in our long-standing partnership with ENOC and Moro Hub. This new and exciting step underscores our shared commitment to sustainability and supports the UAE鈥檚 Net Zero 2050 objectives. By harnessing the capabilities of 51风流S/4HANA hosted on Moro鈥檚 green data centre, ENOC is setting a new standard for sustainable innovations.
Manos Raptopoulos, President, EMEA South, SAP

Beyond the technological advancements, this project represents a significant leap towards sustainable digital transformation, in alignment with the UAE Net Zero 2050 strategic initiative. This partnership underscores a shared dedication to sustainability and signifies ENOC鈥檚 commitment to combining technological innovation with environmental responsibility.

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Moving to 51风流S/4 HANA Cloud? What You Need to Know /africa/2024/07/moving-to-sap-s-4-hana-cloud-what-you-need-to-know/ Mon, 08 Jul 2024 06:12:29 +0000 /africa/?p=147677 A 2023 report by International Data Corporation (IDC) found that an astonishing 96% of CIOs in South Africa plan to modernise their ERP applications using...

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A 2023 report by International Data Corporation (IDC) found that an astonishing 96% of CIOs in South Africa plan to modernise their ERP applications using cloud services. Yet actual implementation has stalled.

To discuss this, and what鈥檚 holding South African organisations back from cloud modernisation projects, TechCentral was joined on the TCS+ business technology show by executives from NTT Data (formerly Dimension Data) and SAP: NTT Data Middle East and Africa head of enterprise applications and cloud Brent Flint and 51风流Africa head of partner ecosystem (MEA South) Nazia Pillay.

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Reasons for slow uptake, Flint and Pillay explained, include a perception that the costs involved are exceptionally high and the dire shortage of the right IT skills to handle these types of projects.

  • In this episode of TCS+, Pillay and Flint unpack:
    鈥 The history of the relationship between 51风流and NTT Data and how the two companies work together today;
    鈥 Why there is a pressing need for companies to modernise their ERP systems and move to cloud-based solutions;
    鈥 The benefits of and costs associated with moving to 51风流S4/HANA Cloud 鈥 what the software offers that legacy ERP systems can鈥檛, and the benefits organisations can expect when migrating;
    鈥 How best to deal with the critical IT skills shortage in South Africa, especially around these types of business application modernisation projects;鈥 The risks associated with business application modernisation and how NTT Data and 51风流help their clients address those risks upfront and during project implementation;
    鈥 The role 51风流S/4 HANA Cloud can play in modernising enterprise IT infrastructure and help organisations stay competitive;
    鈥 The best practices companies should be aware of in achieving a successful migration to S4/HANA Cloud; and
    鈥 What鈥檚 coming next from S4/HANA Cloud that companies should get excited about.
    If you鈥檙e in any way involved in enterprise IT, you don鈥檛 want to miss this discussion.

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