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Friday Aug 30, 2024
Behind the Scenes: How Rise with SAP Enhances T. Marzetti’s Partnerships
Friday Aug 30, 2024
Friday Aug 30, 2024
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating history and ongoing evolution of the T. Marzetti Company and its partnership with major top named brands enhanced by Rise with SAP. Host Jennifer Frank McGrory, SAP Go-To Market Lead and The T. Marzetti Company’s CIO Liam Durbin explore the company’s rich history of women in leadership, its diverse product offerings, and its innovative approach to partnerships and product development. Join us as we uncover how T. Marzetti has grown into a nearly $2 billion company while maintaining a unique blend of tradition and modernity.
Also in this episode:
Women in Leadership: Two of the company's largest brands, T. Marzetti and Sister Schubert’s, were founded by women, highlighting early female leadership in the business.
Product Range and Partnerships: T. Marzetti produces a wide range of products, including dressings, sauces, bread products, and even caviar.
Innovation and Collaboration: The company is involved in innovative partnerships, working closely with clients to develop new products and ideas through their innovation center.
CIO Role and Responsibilities: Liam Durbin's role as CIO involves overseeing systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and project management. He also leads the COE (Center of Excellence), which includes business-facing aspects of their ERP implementation.
ERP Implementation: The company transitioned from an old green screen system called PRISM to SAP as part of their modernization efforts. This ERP implementation was backed by strong executive support and was seen as necessary for future growth.
Organizational Change Management (OCM): The company invested heavily in OCM to ensure user adoption of the new system. This included extensive training, continuous improvement initiatives, and maintaining knowledge amidst high employee turnover.
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Value Exploration Workshop - a hands-on gamified SAP S/4HANA Cloud simulation experience. Catch the last workshop for 2022: https://bit.ly/3hqyLA3
5 Minutes with....Glen Moffatt on The Renaissance of ERP: https://bit.ly/3Eeefvr
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Tuesday May 07, 2024
Skyworks: Revolutionizing Connectivity with RISE with SAP
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Guest host, Erik Lossbroek, is joined by Satya Jayadev, CIO of Skyworks, who shares insights into Skyworks transformation journey and adoption of Rise with SAP.
Satya discusses challenges, emphasizing organizational change management and governance. Satya explores the partnership between Skyworks, SAP, and Deloitte and envisions the post-go-live roadmap, focusing on efficiencies and innovation.
Don't miss this episode for valuable insights into the intersection of technology and business in the semiconductor industry.
Speakers:
Satya Jayadev - Skyworks, Vice President and CIO
Erik Lossbroek - Regional Vice President, SAP
Additional Resources:
If you are you curious to learn how SAP S/4HANA Cloud can help your organization run better and smarter along with hearing from other organizations that have already done so, click https://bit.ly/3xRyVpe
Key Topics of Discussion:
Transformation Strategy: Discussing Skyworks' approach to transformation, including foundational aspects and the pursuit of innovation.
SAP S/4HANA Cloud Adoption: Exploring why Skyworks chose SAP S/4HANA Cloud and its benefits in driving digital transformation.
Organizational Change Management: Emphasizing the importance of managing change and involving stakeholders in the transformation journey.
Governance and Collaboration: Outlining Skyworks' governance structure and the role of key partnerships, like SAP and Deloitte.
Technology and Connectivity: Understanding how Skyworks uses technology to connect people and places across various markets.
Post-Go-Live Roadmap: Discussing Skyworks' plans for driving efficiencies and continuous innovation after implementing SAP S/4HANA Cloud.
Lessons Learned and Best Practices: Sharing insights and key takeaways from Skyworks' transformation journey, including the challenges faced and how they were overcome.
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
SAP experts discuss best practices and practical approaches for migrating data and master data management with SAP S/4HANA and SAP Business Technology Platform.
SAP experts discuss best practices and practical approaches for migrating data and master data management with SAP S/4HANA and SAP Business Technology Platform.
Speakers:
Randy Connelly - Global Data Governance Practice Lead, Syniti
Bill Todd - Principal Solutions Advisor, SAP
Terry Penner - Marketing and Solutions, SAP BTP
Part 1: Data Migration
Key challenges
Best practices for system conversion
Best practices for selective data transition
Best practices for new implementations
Data migration tool options
Part 2: Master Data Management
Challenges and priorities
Efficiently working with master data
Part 3: Clean Core
Data management and clean core
Getting started with data migration to S/4HANA
Learn more at:
SAP BTP for RISE with SAP
RISE with SAP
SAP S/4HANA Extensions and Clean Core Best Practices
SAP Advanced Data Migration and Management Tool
SAP Master Data Governance
Monday Nov 27, 2023
Let’s Talk Cloud ERP Sub-Series - Lundin Mining Corporation
Monday Nov 27, 2023
Monday Nov 27, 2023
Join me as I host Sancho Neves-Graca, a Solution Architect at Lundin Mining Corporation. Our discussion will center around the company's mandate to focus on intelligent and sustainable mining operations. A key transformation goal was to optimize operational performance from mine to port through technology and innovation, while emphasizing value creation and cross-functional collaboration. The move to RISE with SAP was driven by the need to consolidate business processes globally, including finance, asset management, supply chain, and human resources. Here how Lundin Mining also integrated SAP SuccessFactors and SAP Business Technology Platform to expand the power of reach of their Cloud ERP solution.
Speakers:
Sancho Neves-Graca, Solution Architect, Lundin Mining Corporation
Jennifer Frank McGrory, SAP S/4HANA Go-to-Market Lead in North America
Additional Resources:
Value Exploration Workshop - a hands-on gamified SAP S/4HANA Cloud simulation experience. Catch the last workshop for 2022: https://bit.ly/3hqyLA3
5 Minutes with....Glen Moffatt on The Renaissance of ERP: https://bit.ly/3Eeefvr
SAP has a Cloud solution for every organization, learn more: https://bit.ly/3NOkoln
If you are you curious to learn how SAP S/4HANA Cloud can help your organization run better and smarter along with hearing from other organizations that have already done so, click https://bit.ly/3xRyVpe
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
Let’s Talk Cloud ERP Sub-Series - Rizing
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
Join me today as I speak with Len Harms, CXO at Rizing. Much like its name, Len will share the firm’s trajectory into expanding geographies and capabilities. Discover how their growth has translated into business transformation supported by RISE with SAP S/4HANA, public cloud edition. Gain insight into how Rizing enables their business and clients to optimize and standardize processes across the globe to achieve a truly intelligent enterprise.
Speakers:
Len Harms – CXO, Rizing
Jennifer Frank McGrory, SAP S/4HANA Go-to-Market Lead in North America
Additional Resources:
Value Exploration Workshop - a hands-on gamified SAP S/4HANA Cloud simulation experience. Catch the last workshop for 2022: https://bit.ly/3hqyLA3 5 Minutes with....Glen Moffatt on The Renaissance of ERP: https://bit.ly/3Eeefvr SAP has a Cloud solution for every organization, learn more: https://bit.ly/3NOkoln
If you are you curious to learn how SAP S/4HANA Cloud can help your organization run better and smarter along with hearing from other organizations that have already done so, click here.
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Let’s Talk Cloud ERP Sub-Series - Jabil
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Monday Aug 07, 2023
For over 50 years, Jabil has been constantly innovating to fulfill its mission to become one of the most technologically advanced manufacturing solutions providers in the world. Customers depend on Jabil for everything from product design and engineering, through volume, manufacturing, assembly, quality testing, procurement, and logistics, which is why this company has undergone a massive digital transformation. Moving to SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition. My guest in this episode is Cindy Kendall, IT Director at Jabil as she gives us a glimpse into this giant transformation.
Speakers:
Cindy Kendall, IT Director - Jabil Jennifer Frank McGrory, SAP S/4HANA Go-to-Market Lead in North America
Additional Resources:
Jabil IT Services - https://bit.ly/3QuFus5
Value Exploration Workshop - a hands-on gamified SAP S/4HANA Cloud simulation experience. Catch the last workshop for 2022: https://bit.ly/3hqyLA3
5 Minutes with....Glen Moffatt on The Renaissance of ERP: https://bit.ly/3Eeefvr
SAP has a Cloud solution for every organization, learn more: https://bit.ly/3NOkoln
If you are you curious to learn how SAP S/4HANA Cloud can help your organization run better and smarter along with hearing from other organizations that have already done so, click here.
Tuesday Mar 28, 2023
Let’s Talk Cloud ERP Sub-Series: Wolfspeed
Tuesday Mar 28, 2023
Tuesday Mar 28, 2023
Partnership, commitment and resiliency between the business and IT is key to how Wolfspeed is implementing SAP S/4HANA Cloud and leveraging technology to gain competitive advantage in this digital first world. Hear how their partnerships with their entire organization coupled with SAP is a solid combination for a successful global standard platform that will enable future growth and agility.
Speakers:
David Costar, CIO - Wolfspeed
Jennifer Frank McGrory, SAP S/4HANA Go-to-Market Lead in North America
Additional Resources:
Value Exploration Workshop - a hands-on gamified SAP S/4HANA Cloud simulation experience. Catch the last workshop for 2022: https://bit.ly/3hqyLA3
5 Minutes with....Glen Moffatt on The Renaissance of ERP: https://bit.ly/3Eeefvr
SAP has a Cloud solution for every organization, learn more: https://bit.ly/3NOkoln
If you are you curious to learn how SAP S/4HANA Cloud can help your organization run better and smarter along with hearing from other organizations that have already done so, click here.
Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
Let’s Talk Cloud ERP Sub-Series : Accuray
Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
Accuray is in the business of developing, manufacturing, and selling medical devices. But they are ultimately in the business of saving lives. “What we do is that critical,” says GS Jha, Global Chief Information Officer at Accuray. Learn more about this ambitious company’s critical need to select a solution that is digital, scalable, reliable, and highly secure. One that provides real-time insights and keep competitive. Listen in to hear how implementing SAP S/4HANA will enable this global organization to keep pace with its goal to make cancer treatments shorter and safer so patients can live longer.
Speakers:
GS Jha, Global Chief Information Officer - Accuray
Jennifer Frank McGrory, SAP S/4HANA Go-to-Market Lead in North America
Additional Resources:
Value Exploration Workshop - a hands-on gamified SAP S/4HANA Cloud simulation experience. Catch the last workshop for 2022: https://bit.ly/3hqyLA3
5 Minutes with....Glen Moffatt on The Renaissance of ERP: https://bit.ly/3Eeefvr
SAP has a Cloud solution for every organization, learn more: https://bit.ly/3NOkoln
If you are you curious to learn how SAP S/4HANA Cloud can help your organization run better and smarter along with hearing from other organizations that have already done so, click here.
Friday Feb 24, 2023
Let’s Talk Cloud ERP Sub-Series: Mercedes-EQ Formula E Race Team
Friday Feb 24, 2023
Friday Feb 24, 2023
Adaptability, flexibility and speed was the name of this race for Mercedes-EQ Formula E Race team as they waved the checkered flag on a successful 13 week implementation. Hear how SAP S/4HANA Cloud enabled Mercedes’ race team users to have access from all around the world. The real-time system data has proven to be intuitive and flexible for all no matter what level of user. This is vital keys to success as they look to the future growth of the team.
Speakers:
Ian James, Team Principal - Mercedes-EQ Formula E Race Team
Jennifer Frank McGrory, SAP S/4HANA Go-to-Market Lead in North America
Additional Resources:
Value Exploration Workshop - a hands-on gamified SAP S/4HANA Cloud simulation experience. Catch the last workshop for 2022: https://bit.ly/3hqyLA3
5 Minutes with....Glen Moffatt on The Renaissance of ERP: https://bit.ly/3Eeefvr
SAP has a Cloud solution for every organization, learn more: https://bit.ly/3NOkoln
If you are you curious to learn how SAP S/4HANA Cloud can help your organization run better and smarter along with hearing from other organizations that have already done so, click here.
Monday Feb 06, 2023
Let’s Talk Cloud ERP Sub-Series: Price Waterhouse Coopers (PwC)
Monday Feb 06, 2023
Monday Feb 06, 2023
Join us to hear more about PwC’s global transformation and how their journey to implement SAP S/4HANA, public cloud edition around the globe has dramatically improved data quality, reduced carbon footprint, and has enabled them to spend more time with clients. My guest, Michael Rasch, Global SAP Partner Alliance will share the importance of preparing his organization’s partner firms to be “cloud ready” by starting the conversation early coupled with gaining clarity on what cloud means to them has been a crucial exercise in driving user adoption. Hear more about how this powerhouse of an organization is leveraging Signavio for process design and BTP for custom enhancements and development. Solid Governance body in place
Speakers:
Michael Rasch, Global SAP Partner Alliance Leader
Jennifer Frank McGrory, SAP S/4HANA Go-to-Market Lead in North America
Additional Resources:
Value Exploration Workshop - a hands-on gamified SAP S/4HANA Cloud simulation experience. Catch the last workshop for 2022: https://bit.ly/3hqyLA3
5 Minutes with....Glen Moffatt on The Renaissance of ERP: https://bit.ly/3Eeefvr
SAP has a Cloud solution for every organization, learn more: https://bit.ly/3NOkoln