In this episode of The Future of ERP podcast, Richard Howells interviews Jonathan Rhodes from SAP, focusing on the evolution of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems towards cloud-based solutions. Rhodes emphasizes the shift to Software as a Service (SaaS) ERP, which automates many traditional processes, enhancing efficiency and user experience. He discusses how these systems help small and medium enterprises achieve sustainable growth by providing ready-to-run processes and reducing IT burdens. The conversation also covers the importance of agility in adapting to market changes and the role of intelligent assistance in improving daily operations. Rhodes highlights that cloud ERP solutions are designed to scale with businesses, offering flexibility to meet unique needs while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations.
Guest Speaker:
Jonathan Rhodes, Global SVP, Head of Product Marketing SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition
Jon Rhodes is the Senior Vice President and Head of Product Marketing for SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition and GROW with SAP. Leading a dedicated team, Jon oversees the solution and go-to-market strategy for SAP’s flagship SaaS cloud ERP solution. Jon’s team collaborates closely with customers to shape future product directions and drive value creation through innovations with SAP’s development teams and partners.
Host: Richard Howells, SAP
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.
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