In this episode of SUGTalks, Craig welcomes back Simon Nichols, Founder and CEO of Thrive, for a timely conversation on how to survive and thrive in times of change. 

Against a backdrop of global uncertainty, they explore why unpredictability affects us so deeply, how different people respond to it, and what role control, mindset, and even denialism play in our mental wellbeing. 

To see upcoming UKISUG wellbeing sessions click here: https://www.sapusers.org/event-calendar.html?type=wellbeing-session&sort=date&order=asc

You can learn more about Thrive here: https://itstime2thrive.co.uk/

To learn more about the UKISUG referral scheme, visit: https://www.sapusers.org/community-referral-scheme

In this episode of SUGTalks, Craig is joined by Russell Smith, Vice President of ERP Transformation Technology at AstraZeneca. Russell shares his career journey from starting in the Royal Navy through to leading AstraZeneca’s ambitious SAP-driven Axial programme. 

To learn more about the UKISUG referral scheme, visit: https://www.sapusers.org/community-referral-scheme

In this episode of SUGTalks, Craig is joined by Andy Hancock, Global Vice President - Domain Advisory for Supply Chain Management at SAP.
 
 Andy shares insights into how SAP is helping organisations build more resilient and sustainable supply chains in an increasingly volatile world. We discuss the importance of breaking down data silos and embracing agility, to practical applications of AI and the future of supply chain management. 

To learn more about the UKISUG referral scheme, visit: https://www.sapusers.org/community-referral-scheme

In this week's episode of SUGTalks, Craig is joined by Founder and CEO of Thrive, Simon Nichols, to explore the vital role emotional intelligence (EQ) plays in the workplace. They discuss how EQ can enhance communication, build resilience, strengthen leadership and team development, and foster a psychologically safe and inclusive work environment.

To see upcoming UKISUG wellbeing sessions click here: https://www.sapusers.org/event-calendar.html?type=wellbeing-session&sort=date&order=asc

You can learn more about Thrive here: https://itstime2thrive.co.uk/

To learn more about the UKISUG referral scheme, visit: https://www.sapusers.org/community-referral-scheme

In this week’s episode of SUGTalks, we are joined by the co-chairs of the UKISUG Women in SAP community: Fiona Warburg and Emma Chambers. With International Women’s Day as a backdrop, they highlight the role of mentorship, allyship, and practical steps for fostering diversity. Together they discuss updates from the community as well as the challenges women face in leadership, the Broken Rung that limits career progression, and how businesses can take real action.
 
 To learn more about the UKISUG referral scheme, visit: https://www.sapusers.org/community-referral-scheme

In our latest episode, Craig is joined on the SUGTalks podcast by Uwe Grigoleit, Senior Vice President of the Customer Evolution Program at SAP.

Together, they discuss how the Customer Evolution Program has evolved over the past two years and how it helps SAP customers transition to S/4HANA and the cloud. They also explore how SAP is leveraging AI to streamline transformations and what businesses can do today to future-proof their SAP investments.

To learn more about the UKISUG referral scheme, visit: https://www.sapusers.org/community-referral-scheme

To learn more about SAP's Customer Evolution Program you can visit: https://support.sap.com/en/offerings-programs/programs/customer-evolution.html

In our latest episode, Craig is joined on the SUGTalks podcast by Nick Saunders, award-winning conference speaker and No. 1 Amazon bestselling author.
 
Together, they discuss effective communication strategies, focusing on how to turn relationships into results and improve workplace communication. Nick also shares how to use the Insights Discovery tool to enhance team dynamics.
 
To learn more about Nick Saunders and Insights Discovery, visit: https://nicksaundersspeaker.com
 
To learn more about the UKISUG referral scheme, visit: https://www.sapusers.org/community-referral-scheme

In our latest episode, Craig is joined on the SUGTalks podcast by Brian Froom, Information Security Manager at Tata Steel, Paul Lloyd-Smith, UK&I Domain Advisor to the Office of the CFO at SAP, and Philip Biro, Senior Manager, Risk, Security & Controls at Turnkey Consulting.

Together, they discuss the cybersecurity challenges of migrating from SAP on-premise to the cloud, covering key risks, compliance considerations, and best practices for securing systems against evolving cyber threats.

To learn more about the UKISUG referral scheme, visit: https://www.sapusers.org/community-referral-scheme

In this week's episode of SUGTalks, Craig is joined by Founder and CEO of Thrive, Simon Nichols,  to explore the importance of rest and sleep in supporting mental health, productivity, and overall well-being.

They discuss how lack of rest impacts focus, mood, and resilience, offering practical tips to improve sleep and foster a healthy work-life balance.

To see upcoming UKISUG mental health session click here: https://www.sapusers.org/event-calendar.html?type=wellbeing-session&sort=date&order=asc

You can learn more about Thrive here: https://itstime2thrive.co.uk/

To learn more about the UKISUG referral scheme, visit: https://www.sapusers.org/community-referral-scheme

In our latest episode Craig is joined by Cliff Saran, Technology Editor at Computer Weekly, and Gerren Mayne, host of the SAPCHAT podcast, at UKISUG Connect 2024.
 
Together, they give their takes from the conference keynotes, including greater collaboration with SAP, the challenges of migrating to S/4HANA, and the critical importance of clean data in an AI-driven future.
 
To learn more about the UKISUG referral scheme, visit: https://www.sapusers.org/community-referral-scheme