In this podcast episode, NTT DATA’s Waliuollah Ali explores the multifaceted challenges and expectations surrounding the implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems in organizations. The discussion highlights the distinct needs of key stakeholders, including top management, departmental employees, and IT teams. Listeners will learn about the importance of real-time data for decision-making, the necessity of user-friendly interfaces for employees, and the critical role of cybersecurity in modern ERP systems. The episode emphasizes effective change management, data quality, and the strategic involvement of leadership to ensure successful ERP adoption and enhanced productivity across the organization.

As Head of the Center of Excellence Consumer Products, Walioullah Ali manages SAP projects across all phases, serves as a member of steering committees, and trusted advisor for customers, especially in the consumer goods industry. He works closely with customers at all levels, from board members to department heads, to deeply understand their requirements and how modern ERP systems can address them. 

In his role in the Innovation and Portfolio division, Ali is responsible for future-oriented research projects in cooperation with industry partners, research institutes, and universities, such as the Leading-Edge Cluster its OWL. He develops innovative solutions leveraging AI and digitalization to optimize processes for clients. Current projects include measuring and reducing CO2 emissions across supply chains with partners GEA, Miele, University of Paderborn and Bielefeld, as well as using AI to optimize production processes and develop intelligent worker assistance systems with CLAAS, Schmitz Cargobull, and Fraunhofer research institutes.

Richard Howells has been working in the Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing space for over 30 years. He is responsible for driving the thought leadership and awareness of SAP’s ERP, Finance, and Supply Chain solutions and is an active writer, podcaster, and thought leader on the topics of supply chain, Industry 4.0, digitization, and sustainability.

Richard Howells: LinkedIn, X (Twitter)

Oyku Ilgar has been working in the digital supply chain area at SAP since 2017. As a marketer and blogger, she creates written and visual marketing content about ERP and Supply Chain solutions and focuses on the topics of business trends, IoT, Industry 4.0, and sustainability.

Oyku Ilgar: SAP Community, LinkedIn

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