In recent years, many companies have turned to automation to guarantee business continuity and optimize employee productivity. Today, other macro-economic challenges force them to double down on their automation efforts. Does that mean you should hire a Chief Automation Officer (CAO) immediately? No, but it’ll probably happen sooner or later.

From the worldwide surge in EV adoption to severe supply chain disruptions and rampant inflation: the automotive industry is entering an era of transformation not seen since the invention of the assembly line. The impact is being felt by OEMs and suppliers alike. For emerging players, the decisive factor for long-term success will be to continuously make the right investments at the right time. Here’s how they can identify those. 

Reliable, affordable and sustainable energy is essential for any organization to function. But recent crises have shown that such an energy supply cannot be taken for granted. For example, recent record prices for oil and gas weigh heavily on the operating expenses of companies in many industrial sectors, severely impacting their profitability. Which is why ‘energy management’ is once again a hot topic in board rooms and strategy meetings. Laurent Pirard, spend management and procurement expert at delaware, discusses two levers companies can pull to take control of their energy costs, and their reporting obligations.

With the Intelligent Enterprise, SAP has laid out its vision for an organization with the future-proof architecture, tools and capabilities needed to truly leverage data insights. Most companies, however, are still a long way from reaching this ideal. For them, RISE with SAP is the perfect steppingstone towards long-term business transformation. Pair with a methodical approach and a trusted expert partner for optimal results.