In this episode of the 'Digital Transformation Unleashed PwC and SAP in Action' vodcast series, Hamilton Chock, PwC’s U.S. managing director for alliances, engages with Frank Rinaldi, the head of PwC's data and analytics practice. They delve into the importance and evolution of data analytics in business transformation, focusing on how organizations can leverage SAP tools to stay agile and competitive. Rinaldi shares his extensive experience in ERP-focused transformations, emphasizing the need for agility in analytics to rapidly adapt to changing business queries. The conversation covers the 'Leading with Insights' solution that incorporates SAP's Business Technology Platform (BTP) for advancing data analytics and integrated planning capabilities. They also discuss the application of Generative AI in improving data quality and forecasting, alongside SAP's suite of data analytics products and how they can be effectively utilized in diverse business environments. The podcast concludes with strategic advice on embarking on a data analytics journey, underscoring the significance of selecting the right data sets, platforms, and governance models to ensure the reliability and agility of analytics solutions.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction to the Digital Transformation Unleashed PwC and SAP in Action Series
00:45 Exploring the Role and Evolution of Data Analytics
02:02 The Power of Agility in Data Analytics
03:34 Introducing Leading with Insights: A Data Warehouse Solution
04:14 The Impact of SAP's Business Technology Platform on Analytics
05:59 Harnessing Gen AI for Enhanced Data Insights
08:32 SAP's Comprehensive Suite of Data Analytics Solutions
10:51 Top Considerations for Embarking on a Data Analytics Strategy
12:59 The Value of SAP's Industry-Specific Solutions and Closing Thoughts
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