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🇬🇧 This is a special episode recorded in French for our French‑speaking SAP community. (English episodes will continue as usual.)  🇫🇷  À notre communauté SAP francophone : bienvenue ! Cet épisode est spécialement enregistré en français pour rassembler et valoriser les professionnels et passionnés de l’écosystème SAP en France, en Suisse, au Canada/Québec, en Afrique et partout dans la francophonie.  Dans ce tout premier épisode de notre série en français, nousexplorons la réalité de la supply chain moderne et les défis auxquels lesentreprises francophones sont confrontées: hausse des coûts, nouvelles exigences multicanales, pression environnementale, pénurie de talents et complexité technologique.  Aux côtés de Mickaël Quesnot, expert SAP Cloud ERP, et de Claudie Ferrant, spécialiste SAP PP et EWM, nous démystifions les capacités de SAP Cloud ERP pour la gestion des entrepôts et de la production. Nous abordons les différences entre le cloud public et les environnements on‑premise, l’importance du fit‑to‑standard, l’intégration PP–EWM, les innovations autour de Fiori et du RF, ainsi que le rôle croissant de l’automatisation dans les opérations logistiques.  Cet épisode offre une vision concrète, pragmatique et tournée vers l’avenir pour aider les organisations à réussir leur transformation dans le cloud.  💬 Vous avez des questions, des commentaires ou des suggestions? Laissez‑les dans la section commentaires ou écrivez‑nous à: [email protected].    Shownotes Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud Podcast on SpotifyDécouvrez les points forts de la version SAP Cloud ERP 2602: My highlights of the SAP Cloud ERP 2602 release - SAP Community  Explorez les innovations d’IA clés dans le Release SAP Cloud ERP 2602: AI innovations highlights in SAP Cloud ERP 2602 - SAP Community  Download transcript

Join host Alina Keilbach as she explores how SAP transformed its internal operations by adopting SAP Cloud ERP, showcasing the true meaning of SAP runs SAP. In this episode, Treasury IT solution owner Maximilian Stein shares the inside story of how SAP’s own IT organization modernized key Treasury processes through a move toward public cloud. Discover why SAP chose to shift to cloud ERP, how embracing standard functionality helped eliminate custom code, and what the team learned while applying the Activate methodology to redesign processes step by step. Max reveals the challenges, milestones, and vision behind creating a future cloud‑ready Treasury landscape through a hybrid, side‑by‑side architecture.Whether you’re planning your own cloud transformation or simply curious how a global tech leader evolves from within, this episode offers practical insights, technical takeaways, and a candid view into SAP’s journey toward a smarter, more agile ERP future. What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to [email protected].

Discover Häfele Group's digital transformation journey with SAP Cloud ERP, enhancing operations and customer experiences. Join Markus Oertelt as he explores Häfele Group's journey in implementing SAP Cloud ERP technology, revolutionizing how they operate in the hardware and fitting systems industry. In this episode, guest Steffen Sohns, a global process owner, shares insights into their digital transformation process, challenges faced, and how this implementation set the stage for future growth. Discover how Häfele Group harnesses the power of SAP Cloud ERP to enhance operations, streamline processes, and improve customer experiences globally. Tune in to learn more about their strategies and the exciting future that lies ahead. What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to [email protected].

Discover how UniBetter leveraged SAP Cloud ERP and BTP for transformational success in the high-tech industry. Download the⁠ ⁠⁠episode transcript ===== ⁠ In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, we explore a compelling customer story highlighting UniBetter's remarkable ⁠digital transformation journey⁠ using SAP Cloud ERP and SAP Business Technology Platform.  As a leader in electronic component distribution in China, UniBetter faced challenges like process management and globalization. Listen as ⁠Enrong Fu⁠, Chief Operating Officer at UniBetter, discusses their strategic pivot and how SAP solutions propelled them to success in the high-tech industry.  Discover the impact of adopting a clean core approach and overcoming regional implementation challenges in China.  What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to ⁠[email protected] ===== 00:00:00 Introduction & Customer Story Overview 00:01:00 UniBetter's Company Background 00:02:45 Business & IT Challenges Before SAP 00:04:30 Strategic Decision: Why SAP Cloud ERP, SAP BTP & Clean Core 00:07:44 Navigating Unique Hurdles for BTP Implementation in China 00:10:45 Collaboration with SAP Partners & SAP Labs China 00:12:00 Key Takeaways & Closing⁠

Discover how SAP Cloud ERP helps retailers reinvent operations, boost agility, and drive growth. Learn best practices, real-world success stories, and future trends. Download the⁠ episode transcript === ⁠ In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, host Simon Shores dives deep into the retail industry’s biggest challenges and opportunities with Steven Maguire from TRC Solutions and Arturo Montes de Oca from SAP. Discover how retailers can prepare for peak events like Black Friday, overcome supply chain and omnichannel complexities, and leverage SAP Cloud ERP for real-time insights and scalability. Learn from real-world projects, best practices, and expert advice on adopting a clean core approach, fit-to-standard methodology, and future-proofing with AI and automation.  What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to [email protected] === 00:00 Introduction 01:01 Meet the Guests: Steven Maguire and Arturo Montes de Oca 01:29 Understanding TRC Solutions and Their Role in Retail 07:21 Challenges Retailers Face During Black Friday 13:54 How SAP Cloud ERP for Retail Addresses Retail Challenges 18:11 Real-World Implementations and Success Stories 21:35 Lessons Learned and Advice for Retail Digital Transformation 25:19 Future Trends in Retail and AI 28:16 Rapid Fire Questions 31:30 Conclusion

How SAP helps businesses to unlock value through integrated, end-to-end solutions Join host Yannick Peterschmitt for a special video edition of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, celebrating six years of insights and innovation. 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 [email protected] Show Notes: Download the episode transcript Watch this episode in video format on YouTube: https://url.sap/40n622 Learn more about SAP business applications: Business Applications | SAP Join the SAP Community: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition | SAP Community

How BASF Coatings and SAP are turning sustainability into a measurable, data-driven business advantage 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. Show Notes: Download the episode transcript Learn more about SAP Sustainability Footprint Management: https://www.sap.com/products/scm/sustainability-footprint-management.htmlhttps://www.sap.com/products/sustainability.htmlVisit the SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition Community: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition | SAP Community

Explore how the digital thread transforms industries—from automotive to pharma—with SAP’s Petra Streng and Piterion CEO Ravi Nirankari. 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. Show Notes: Download the episode transcript Join the PLM Expert Forum on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9257139/ Learn more about Piterion: https://www.piterion.com/ Explore SAP PLM Partner Roadshows: https://go4.events.sap.com/eur-2025plmroadshow/de_de/home.html Read more about PLM: https://www.sap.com/products/scm/plm-r-d-engineering.html

A strategic guide for CFOs on ERP transformation, unified architecture, and the future of finance. 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 [email protected] Show Notes: Download the episode transcript Visit the SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition Community: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition | SAP Community Check what’s new in Finance with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition 2508: Finance with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition 2508 – SAP Community Learn more about SAP Cloud ERP: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition Learn more about Joule, AI copilot: Joule Copilot from SAP | Artificial Intelligence Check more Finance management solutions: Financial Management Software | SAP

Discover how AIDS Healthcare Foundation, the world’s largest AIDS nonprofit, improved its operations with SAP Cloud ERP. 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. Show Notes: Download the episode transcript Learn more about AHF and Nagarro: AHF • Cutting-Edge Medicine and Advocacy – AIDS Healthcare Foundation / Nagarro | Digital Product Engineering & Technology Consulting | Thinking Breakthroughs Visit the SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition Community: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition | SAP Community Learn more about SAP Cloud ERP: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition

Rahul Bhardwaj shares on cloud mindset, clean core, and winning with SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition 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. Show Notes: Download the episode transcript Learn more about dsm-firmenich: https://www.dsm-firmenich.com/en/home.html Check our enablement assets for SAP S/4HANA Cloud: https://chart-bdmaicr0au.dispatcher.eu2.hana.ondemand.com/index.html?hc_reset Visit the SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition Community: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition | SAP Community Learn more about SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition

Enabling safe, scalable innovation with SAP’s Three-System Landscape 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 [email protected]. Show Notes: Download the episode transcript Learn more about Parallel Line in Nicola Pace’s article: (1) The Parallel Line for SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, three-system landscape | LinkedIn Check more in the SAP Help Portal: Parallel Line in SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition | SAP Help Portal Access the Parallel Line Overview (accessible for S-Users): Digital Library – Asset Preview Page Join the SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition 2508 Early Release Series: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition Early Release Series Check our enablement assets for SAP S/4HANA Cloud: https://chart-bdmaicr0au.dispatcher.eu2.hana.ondemand.com/index.html?hc_reset Visit the SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition Community: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition | SAP Community

How learning and mindset drive real transformation in SAP projects 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 [email protected]. Show Notes: Download the episode transcript Join the SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition 2508 Early Release Series: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition Early Release Series Check our enablement assets for SAP S/4HANA Cloud: https://chart-bdmaicr0au.dispatcher.eu2.hana.ondemand.com/index.html?hc_reset Visit the SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition Community: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition | SAP Community

Explore novaCapta’s seamless transition from SAP Business by Design to SAP S/4HANA Cloud, revealing integration insights and operational benefits. In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, we explore novaCapta’s transformative journey from SAP Business by Design to SAP S/4HANA Cloud. Join hosts Yannick, along with novaCapta’s co-CEOs Marcus Schneider and Oliver Palmer, as they share valuable insights on seamless integration, maximizing strengths of tools like Dynamics 365 and Atlassian Cloud, and optimizing intercompany processes. They discuss the strategic decisions and business motivations behind this transition, lessons learned, and tangible benefits for operations. Dive into their experiences and discover the potential of SAP’s next-gen ERP solution. Show Notes: Download the episode transcript Watch learning videos with demos about migrating data from SAP Business ByDesign to SAP S/4HANA Cloud: https://learning.sap.com/video-playlists/migrating-data-from-sap-business-bydesign-to-sap-s-4hana-cloud Check our enablement assets for SAP S/4HANA Cloud: https://chart-bdmaicr0au.dispatcher.eu2.hana.ondemand.com/index.html?hc_reset Visit the SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition Community: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition | SAP Community

Discover how Katcon leverages SAP S/4HANA Cloud to overcome challenges in the automotive industry, as shared by experts Gustavo Canales and Rich Lindow. This episode explores the role of automotive suppliers and how SAP S/4HANA Cloud has empowered Katcon, a leader in exhaust systems and materials, to excel in a challenging market. Gustavo Canales and Rich Lindow share insights about the automotive industry’s challenges, the implementation journey of SAP S/4HANA Cloud, and its significant benefits. Show Notes: Download the episode transcript Learn more about Automotive Industry Software: Automotive industry software | SAP Join the SAP Community: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition | SAP Community Check our enablement assets for SAP S/4HANA Cloud: https://chart-bdmaicr0au.dispatcher.eu2.hana.ondemand.com/index.html?hc_reset