KPMG Transforms Project Delivery with AI-Driven SAP Joule for Consultants

In a move signaling a significant shift in SAP consulting, KPMG, one of SAP’s largest alliance partners, is at the forefront of leveraging AI-driven assistance through SAP Joule for Consultants. This early access program is empowering KPMG consultants to deliver faster, more impactful results for clients navigating increasingly complex SAP implementations. For business technology decision-makers facing the challenges of digital transformation, this collaboration highlights the potential of generative AI to revolutionize project execution and service delivery within the SAP landscape. 

The need for speed and efficiency in SAP projects has never been greater, with system integrators grappling with intricate deployments demanding rapid decision-making and streamlined processes. SAP Joule for Consultants, a new solution incorporating generative AI capabilities, is designed to address these challenges by enabling consultants to work smarter, deliver projects faster, and drive greater impact. KPMG firms are leading the way in harnessing this potential, embedding SAP Joule for Consultants into their methodology to transform their SAP consulting approach. 

The Benefits of SAP Joule for Consultants 

At its core, SAP Joule for Consultants combines a generative AI foundation built on large language models (LLMs) trained on SAP’s structured knowledge with Joule, an intuitive conversational AI copilot. This powerful combination provides consultants with instant access to SAP’s most trusted resources, enhancing knowledge discovery and upskilling. Instead of spending valuable time sifting through documentation or searching internal databases, consultants can receive concise answers, explanations of custom code, and expert-level guidance directly from Joule. SAP estimates that consultants can save up to 1.5 hours per day with this reliable AI assistance grounded in up-to-date SAP knowledge. 

This newfound efficiency allows consultants to focus on higher-value tasks, leading to accelerated project execution and more impactful outcomes for customers.  

“Clients trust KPMG firms with their most critical digital transformations, and we maintain that trust with a focus on pursuing the fastest, most reliable path to value. KPMG firms are enabling their teams with AI to consistently and swiftly deliver an unmatched combination of advanced technology, functional and industry insights, and proven practices from across our global network to clients,” said KPMG’s Global Head of Advisory, Carl Carande. 

Hendrik Thörner, Global Lead Partner for SAP at KPMG International, said that the deep alignment between KPMG and SAP is helping clients derive true business value from transformation. “SAP Joule for Consultants is already demonstrating its potential to enhance how our SAP consulting teams operate. By leveraging the latest AI capabilities from SAP, combined with KPMG professionals’ industry expertise, our consultants are equipped with the most current SAP knowledge and tools to help clients solve their most pressing business needs quickly and with confidence,” he said.  

Strategic Use of AI 

KPMG’s adoption of SAP Joule for Consultants is grounded in its unique, strategic Trusted AI framework, which facilitates the rapid and ethical design, development, and delivery of AI strategies and solutions. This commitment to responsible AI deployment underscores the value proposition for business technology leaders seeking reliable and trustworthy AI-powered solutions within their SAP environments. 

Dr. Philipp Herzig, CTO & Chief AI Officer at SAP SE, hails SAP Joule for Consultants as a “game changer,” capable of delivering expert-level insights into exclusive SAP content, providing guided recommendations, instructional support, and ABAP code explanations that can reduce the time spent on interpreting code by up to 40%. This powerful tool represents a significant leap forward in AI-driven consulting, promising to reshape how SAP projects are delivered and the value that consultants can bring to their clients. SAP partners and consulting firms interested in exploring SAP Joule for Consultants can reach out to their SAP representative. 

What this means for SAPinsiders 

Generative AI is transforming SAP Consulting efficiency. KPMG’s early adoption of SAP Joule for Consultants showcases how generative AI can enhance SAP project execution by reducing time spent on documentation and knowledge retrieval. With AI-driven assistance, consultants can save up to 1.5 hours per day, enabling faster decision-making and more efficient implementations. In fact, nearly three-quarters of organizations report that their most advanced generative AI initiatives are either meeting (43%) or surpassing (31%) return on investment expectations, indicating early successes in deployment according to recent research from Deloitte.

AI-Enabled consulting enhances business value and transformation. By integrating SAP Joule for Consultants into their methodology, KPMG is accelerating digital transformation for clients. The AI-powered tool provides expert-level insights, guided recommendations, and code explanations, allowing consultants to focus on higher-value strategic tasks rather than manual research. This aligns with the trend found by SAPinsider research that by 2025, 50% of ERP implementations will leverage AI-driven solutions to improve business processes.  

Trust and responsible AI deployment are critical for adoption. KPMG’s Trusted AI framework ensures ethical and reliable AI integration in SAP consulting. This commitment to responsible AI implementation underscores the importance of selecting AI solutions that align with business values, security, and compliance needs in enterprise technology environments. Notably, SAPinsider research finds only 46% of organizations feel adequately prepared for upcoming AI advancements, highlighting the need for responsible and strategic AI adoption.