In a conversation with Simon Townson we explore the topic of composability. What is a composable IT architecture? Why should you aim for composable applications and how does SAP fit in?

Simon Townson

Simon is a Chief Enterprise Architect working with SAP products for close to 25 years.  Simon joined SAP in 2006 after several years for a major European systems integrator, working across many technologies including SAP, and specializing in asset management and Geographic Information Systems.

He was part of the original team that created the SAP Enterprise Architecture Framework and has been part of the evolution and growth of Enterprise Architecture for over 15 years.

His knowledge is backed up by many implementations including SAP ECC, Suite on HANA, S/4HANA and most recently cloud products, such as Business Technology Platform.

Simon has worked extensively across many industries including Consumer Goods, Retail, Travel and Transport, Utilities, and Public Sector. 

Simon holds many industry wide architecture relevant certifications including TOGAF 9, Cloud Architect, and mostly recently Cloud Certified Security Professional ; in addition to SAP specific certifications such as SAP LEAD Architect, SAP A200 Architect, and Certified SAP ERP Architect.

Thomas Madsen, Technology explorer, SAP Denmark

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Karl Bergström, Enterprise Architect, SAP Denmark