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SAP CIO topics include some of the most important issues facing SAP customers right now. As companies transform, the position of CIO has become central to that change. CIOs manage the software and infrastructure that enables companies to develop new business models, stay competitive with digital native organizations, and become more resilient against disruption.
As part of our SAP CIO content, we conduct executive-focused research in areas such as CIO priorities, change management, platform innovation, and transformation. Speaking with CIOs about these endeavors, as we do through our Technology Executive Forum, can offer guidance on the most important challenges SAPinsiders are facing, and the technology they are using to address those challenges.
SAP CIO Topics
As part of our Technology Executive Forum, we focus on the following SAP CIO topics:
SAP CIO topics include some of the most important issues facing SAP customers right now. As companies transform, the position of CIO has become central to that change. CIOs manage the software and infrastructure that enables companies to develop new business models, stay competitive with digital native organizations, and become more resilient against disruption.
As part of our SAP CIO content, we conduct executive-focused research in areas such as CIO priorities, change management, platform innovation, and transformation. Speaking with CIOs about these endeavors, as we do through our Technology Executive Forum, can offer guidance on the most important challenges SAPinsiders are facing, and the technology they are using to address those challenges.
SAP CIO Topics
As part of our Technology Executive Forum, we focus on the following SAP CIO topics:
- RISE with SAP is SAP’s offering to help companies drive business innovation. It includes bundled software, platform, and services with simplified contracts. This is intended to make it easier and faster for organizations to innovate, improve processes, and modernize systems by moving to the cloud. RISE with SAP includes SAP S/4HANA Cloud, business process transformation solutions by SAP Signavio, credits for SAP Business Technology Platform, the SAP Business Network, and other partner tools and services.
- SAP Architecture focuses on the technical requirements of your SAP system landscape and the applications that support it. SAP Architecture is fundamentally based on the three-layer concept of a presentation layer, application layer, and database layer.
- SAP Digital Transformation includes content on organizations undergoing digital transformations, and best practices for supporting those projects. We talk with executives on their technology strategies as well as their change management and adoption strategies.
- SAP Sustainability examines how executives can building companies that meet the needs of current generations without compromising the needs of future generations.
Key Considerations for SAPinsiders:
SAPinsider has many research reports, case studies, and expert analysis relevant to SAP CIO topics, including:
- How tech executives are leading organization and technology change. Read this research report to learn the top strategies for addressing and managing change, and what the most successful executives are doing to enable change in their companies.
- A CIO’s perspective: The 3 Business Challenges Shaping IT Strategy in 2022. Read this article to hear directly from a CIO on what is driving executive-level IT strategy this year.
How ‘The Great Resignation’ is impacting CIO priorities. In this analyst insight, we dig into executive research to find how record quitting levels have impacted how organizations approach hiring, retention, and training
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SAP, Microsoft Advance Joint Data Fabric to Unlock Greater Enterprise AI ValueNov 24, 2025 — SAP and Microsoft have enhanced their partnership with a new integration allowing SAP customers to seamlessly access governed data in Microsoft Fabric for real-time analytics and AI, eliminating data duplication and simplifying operational workflows.
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SAP Offers Commitments to Resolve EU Concerns Over On-Premise ERP Support PracticesNov 18, 2025 — SAP moved to resolve a European Commission investigation into its on-premise ERP maintenance and support policies by offering a package of commitments aimed at increasing customer choice, easing contract restrictions, and reducing financial barriers for organizations that seek alternatives to SAP support providers. The Commission opened a formal probe in September, expressing concerns that certain […]
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Dell Technologies and SAP Strengthen Sovereign Cloud Strategy with Private Data Center OptionSep 29, 2025 — Dell Technologies and SAP are enhancing their partnership by integrating SAP RISE Private Cloud Edition into customer data centers via Dell's APEX platform, addressing enterprise demand for cloud benefits while maintaining data control and compliance amid rising regulatory pressures.
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SAPinsider Magazine – June 2025Jun 13, 2025 — In the latest SAPinsider Magazine, Onapsis CEO Mariano Nunez emphasizes the critical importance of advanced cybersecurity measures for SAP systems, advocating for a proactive approach to safeguard environments during cloud migrations and transformation efforts.
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Live from SAPinsider Las Vegas 2025: An Interview with Sven DeneckenMar 27, 2025 — In this episode of the SAPinsider Las Vegas 2025 podcast, host Robert Holland speaks with Sven Denecken of SAP about the evolving landscape of SAP cloud solutions, SAP Business Data Cloud, and AI-driven innovations. Denecken shares insights on how businesses can navigate today's volatile macroeconomic environment, optimize supply chains, and leverage real-time data to make informed decisions. The conversation delves into the new SAP Business Suite, the role of AI in enterprise solutions, and the importance of integrating external data sources for strategic advantage. Denecken also highlights how SAP’s open ecosystem and partner collaborations enhance innovation and scalability. Throughout the discussion, he emphasizes the critical role of enterprise architecture and how businesses can future-proof their technology investments.
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Live from SAPinsider Las Vegas 2025: An Interview with Steve Lucas of BoomiMar 27, 2025 — In this engaging episode of the SAPinsider Las Vegas 2025 podcast, Wellesley CEO Jamie Bedard speaks with Steve Lucas, CEO of Boomi and former SAP executive, about the evolving digital landscape and Boomi’s role in simplifying it. Drawing from his time launching SAP HANA and leading major tech companies, Lucas shares how Boomi helps enterprises bridge legacy systems and modern platforms like SAP S/4HANA through seamless integration, automation, and AI orchestration. He emphasizes the importance of building a strong digital foundation to manage the growing complexity of applications, data, APIs, and AI agents. Lucas also introduces Boomi’s new agentic AI platform and control tower, designed to govern and optimize the next wave of intelligent automation. Highlighting real-world impact, such as enabling the Australian Red Cross to scale emergency responses and supporting the American Cancer Society, Lucas underscores how technology can empower humanity. He wraps with powerful advice for SAP professionals: get your data ready, build a solid integration foundation, and prepare for the agentic era of AI.
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Live from SAPinsider Las Vegas 2025: An Interview with Nick Miletich of ProteraMar 27, 2025 — In this episode of the SAPinsider Las Vegas 2025 podcast, host Robert Holland speaks with Nick Miletich, COO of Protera, about the complex journey SAP customers face as they navigate cloud transformation through RISE with SAP and SAP BTP. With over 20 years of experience in SAP managed services, Miletich shares insights on the biggest challenges customers encounter—particularly misconceptions around needing to migrate everything at once and the overwhelming scope of moving to S/4HANA and the cloud. He emphasizes the importance of a phased approach, understanding existing business processes, and starting with foundational knowledge. Miletich also discusses the critical skills SAP professionals will need in the coming years, including expertise in the RISE with SAP support model, SAP BTP management, and SAP Cloud ALM. He underscores the vital role of SAP partners in driving innovation and providing complementary tools and support, and encourages the SAP Insider community to take proactive steps toward cloud adoption—before looming deadlines force rushed transitions.
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Live from SAPinsider Las Vegas 2025: An Interview with Marty Menard of Pacific Coast CompaniesMar 27, 2025 — In this episode of the SAPinsider Las Vegas 2025 podcast, host Robert Holland speaks with Marty Menard, Chief Information Officer of Pacific Coast Companies, a multi-billion-dollar, family-run business in the construction industry. Menard shares insights from his 17-year journey with SAP, detailing Pacific Coast’s recent move to SAP S/4HANA and the company’s extensive SAP ecosystem. The conversation touches on key challenges faced by SAP customers, such as navigating the shift from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA, dealing with frequent SAP branding changes, and managing governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) amid increasing cybersecurity threats. Menard emphasizes the critical role of clean data, integration, and trusted SAP partners, offering strategic advice for CIOs and SAP professionals working through digital transformation. He highlights the educational value of SAP Insider events, contrasting them with more marketing-driven conferences like Sapphire, and encourages peer learning as essential for innovation and success in the SAP landscape.
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Live from SAPinsider Las Vegas 2025: An Interview with SAP’s Jan GilgMar 27, 2025 — In this special episode of the SAPinsider Las Vegas 2025 podcast, Wellesley CEO Jamie Bedard speaks with Jan Gilg, SAP's newly appointed Chief Revenue Officer for the Americas and Head of Global SAP Business Suite, about SAP’s evolving product strategy and the customer journey to cloud ERP. Drawing from his background in leading SAP's cloud ERP development, Gilg discusses how SAP is shifting from a product-centric to an outcome-focused approach, where the value lies in seamless, integrated experiences across solutions like S/4HANA, Business Technology Platform (BTP), Business Data Cloud (BDC), and agentic AI. He highlights SAP’s progress in connecting cloud services semantically to enable real-time insights and automation, including with innovations like the Joule digital assistant and orchestrator. Gilg also shares candid reflections on customer challenges with complexity, integration, and implementation, emphasizing the importance of clean core principles, open collaboration, and structured data as the foundation for AI-driven transformation. His key message to customers: the time to move to the cloud is now—starting with a clear strategy, embracing standardization, and partnering closely with SAP to drive real business outcomes.
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