Transformation Every Day

<p>Expert Insights and Stories on SAP and beyond.</p><p><b>Transformation Every Day</b> is the podcast for anyone passionate about Digital Transformation done right in the SAP universe. Join hosts Alexander Greb and Johannes Langguth, along with leading experts from SAP and beyond, as they dive deep into what successful digital transformation really takes. Get ready for candid conversations, inspiring experts insights, best practices and practical strategies to drive impactful change in your organization.</p>

Episode 25: AI Won’t Save You - Jon Reed on the Real Work Behind Transformation

Guest: Jon Reed - CoFounder diginomica - Enterprise AnalystHost: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsSummary: In this conversation, Jon Reed discusses the role of AI in business transformation, emphasizing that AI should be viewed as an accelerant rather than a standalone solution. He highlights the importance of having a well-structured transformation process and a strong data platform to effectively integrate AI into business operations. ...

11-24
01:42:29

Episode 24: Formula 1 Pitlane Lessons for SAP Transformations - Marc Priestley

Guest: Marc Priestley - Ex-Chief Mechanic - McLaren Racing Formula One Host: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsSummary: Former McLaren Chief Mechanic Marc Priestley reveals how World Champion Formula One teams think, innovate, and adapt under extreme pressure — and why that mindset is exactly what most SAP transformation programs are missing. If your organization struggles with change resistance, slow adoption, or legacy thinking, th...

11-17
01:10:32

Episode 23: Inside SAP's Clean Core Revolution - Lukas Bretschneider

Guest: Lukas Bretschneider - Architecture Lead Clean Core Extensibility, SAP SEHosts: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsJohannes Langguth - Head of Business Transformation and Architecture - SAP SEClean Core — it’s more than a technical concept. It’s a new mindset that challenges how we think about SAP development, extensibility, and long-term innovation. In this episode, we sat down with Lukas Bretschneider, SAP’s Lead Architect for Clea...

11-03
01:11:20

Episode 22: “Stop Talking Tech, Start Talking Outcomes” — SAP Board Member Jan Gilg on Transformation That Matters

Guest: Jan Gilg - Ext. Board Member, CRO Business Suite and Head of SAP Americas, SAPHosts: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsJohannes Langguth - Head of Business Transformation and Architecture - SAP SEIn this episode, we sit down with one of SAP’s most influential leaders — Jan Gilg, Member of the Extended Board, Chief Revenue Officer, and Head of SAP Americas — to explore how transformation, innovation, and customer success are reshapi...

10-20
45:53

Episode 21: No Monkey Business. The Truth About SAP Security - Jochen Fischer

Guest: Jochen Fischer - CEO - No MonkeyHost: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsSummary In this conversation, Jochen Fischer shares his journey from being a TSG Hoffenheims hottest asset to becoming a key account manager at SAP and finally founder and CEO of NO MONKEY, one of the leading consulting companies for SAP security, emphasizing the importance of security in SAP systems. He discusses the three lines of defense in cybersecurity, t...

10-06
01:12:31

Episode 20: End-to-End or Dead-End? Deconstructing SAP's 2025 strategy - Josh Greenbaum

Guest: Joshua Greenbaum - Principal - Enterprise Applications ConsultingHosts: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsJohannes Langguth - Head of Business Transformation and Architecture - SAP SEIn this episode, Josh, Alex and Johannes deconstruct SAP's 2025 strategy, explore the evolution of SAP and the enterprise software landscape, discussing the importance of user experience, the role of enterprise architects, and the need for alignment be...

09-22
01:08:42

Episode 19: From Stuck to Smart: Navigating SAP Legacy and Leading Change - Christine Grimm

Guest: Christine Grimm - Ex-DSAG Board Member, Founder dxfrontierHost: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsIn this conversation, Alexander Greb and Christine Grimm discuss the critical need for transformation in business, particularly in the context of legacy systems and technology adoption. They explore the cultural mindset that often hinders progress, the role of technology in enhancing user experience, and the urgency to adapt to AI and new te...

09-08
01:28:21

Episode 18: The New Rules of SAP Selling: From Licenses to Subscriptions and Services - Eric Shaver

Guest: Eric Shaver - Managing Director - Kensei Partners Host: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsSummary In this conversation, Alexander Greb and Eric Shaver explore the evolving landscape of sales, particularly the transition from license-based sales to subscription models. They discuss the importance of financial literacy for sales professionals, the need for a strategic approach when engaging with executives, and the balance between ed...

08-25
01:37:27

Episode 17: An Enterprise Architects view on Clean Core - Michael Sokollek

Guest: Michael Sokollek - Chief Enterprise Architect - SAP SEHost: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsJohannes Langguth - Head of Business Transformation and Architecture - SAP SE Today we dive past the buzzwords to treat Clean Core as an attitude and a practical operating model—from strategy to execution. We bust the “back-to-standard only” myth, map the five dimensions (processes, extensibility, data, integrations, operations), and show how go...

08-11
01:07:40

Episode 16: Q&A - The hosts answer your questions on SAP and beyond

In this candid Q&A session, Johannes and Alexander dive deep into the complexities and realities of digital transformation with SAP. Johannes joins Alexander to tackle pressing your listeners questions on how businesses can navigate SAP’s extensive product portfolio, manage transformation roadmaps, and prioritize cloud strategies. They discuss the challenges customers face in simplifying SAP offerings and the importance of aligning transformation efforts with clear business goals ra...

07-28
01:00:17

Episode 15: A Digital Champion’s Playbook: Giesecke+Devrient's SAP S/4HANA journey - Torren Bischoff

Guest: Torren Bischoff - VP Business Process Transformation - Giesecke+Devrient GmbHHost: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsDescription: In this episode of Transformation Every Day, Alexander Greb sits down with Torren Bischoff, VP of Business Process Transformation at Giesecke+Devrient (G+D), a global leader in digital security and payment solutions. With a legacy spanning over 170 years, G+D has evolved from printing physical currency and pro...

07-14
50:48

Episode 14: Diaries of a Data Scientist

Guests: Jasmin Weimüller - Head of AI Enablement - BASFKate Nazarova - Senior Data Scientist - BASFHost: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsJohannes Langguth - Head of Business Transformation and Architecture - SAP SEEpisode Summary: In this insightful episode, Alexander Greb and Johannes Langguth sit down with Jasmin Weimüller and Kate Nazarova, seasoned data scientists from BASF and hosts of the popular podcast "Diaries of a Data Scientist." T...

07-07
01:05:41

Episode 13: Building a Global SAP Consulting Powerhouse: The story of cbs corporate business solutions

Guests: Harald Sulovsky - Founder and former CEO - cbs corporate business solutionsRainer Wittwen - CEO - cbs corporate business solutionsHost: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsEntrepreneurship isn’t just about startups — it’s also about building lasting companies that transform industries. In this special episode of Transformation Every Day, we sit down with Harald Sulovsky, founder and former CEO of CBS Corporate Business Solutions, and his ...

06-30
01:42:35

Episode 12: ASUG, SAPPHIRE and the Future of SAP - Geoff Scott

Guest: Geoff Scott - CEO - ASUG (Americas SAP Users' Group)Hosts: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsJohannes Langguth - Head of Business Transformation and Architecture - SAP SEIn this episode of Transformation Every Day, Alexander Greb and Johannes Langguth sit down with Geoff Scott, CEO of ASUG, fresh off Sapphire 2025. They discuss the changing tone at this year’s Sapphire event—from a modest keynote launch to a focus on clarity rather than ...

06-23
54:02

Episode 11: The Economy of Algorithms - Prof. Marek Kowalkiewicz

Guest: Prof. Marek Kowalkiewicz - Author, Prof. and Chair Digital Economics, Queensland UniversityHosts: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsIn this engaging conversation, Professor Marek Kowalkiewicz and Alexander Greb explore the profound impact of algorithms and AI on our lives, businesses, and the future of work. They discuss the importance of understanding these technologies, the role of curiosity in driving innovation, and the need fo...

06-09
01:06:16

Episode 10: The SAP Toolchain Unleashed: From Process Insights to Real-Time Adoption - Wassilios Lolas

Guest: Wassilios Lolas - Global Vice President - SAP SignavioHosts: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsJohannes Langguth - Head of Business Transformation and Architecture - SAP SEGet ready to embark on a journey through the very heart of business transformation: in our latest Transformation Every Day episode, Alexander Greb and Johannes sit down with Wassilios Lolas of SAP Signavio, the man who—fluent in English, German, Italian, French, Greek,...

06-02
01:04:42

Episode 9: The RISE of SAP - Martin Scharmach

Guest: Martin Scharmach - SVP & General Manager RISE WITH SAP - MEE Region, SAP SEHosts: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsJohannes Langguth - Head of Business Transformation and Architecture - SAP SEIn this episode, we sit down with Martin Scharmach—SAP’s go-to guy for RISE in Europe—to unpack how cloud ERP has shifted from “just tech” to a full-blown business transformation driver. We cover: - How Martin’s consultative roots and sal...

05-26
56:41

Episode 8: How industries shape SAP and SAP shapes industries - Sven Denecken

Guest: Sven Denecken - Chief Marketing and Solutions Officer Industries - SAP SEHosts: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsJohannes Langguth - Head of Business Transformation and Architecture - SAP SEIn this powerhouse episode of Transformation Every Day, Sven Denecken, SAP’s Chief Marketing and Solutions Officer for Industries, returns to the show with deep, sharp, and refreshingly candid insights on the accelerating pace of change across ...

05-19
56:41

Episode 7: Rethinking Work, Talent, and the Future of Enterprise - Rishad Tobaccowala

In this powerful episode of Transformation Every Day, Alexander Greb sits down with renowned author, futurist, and business thinker Rishad Tobaccowala at SAP’s Newtown Square Experience Center. The conversation moves far beyond buzzwords—straight into the core questions shaping the future of work, leadership, and transformation. Rishad shares provocative insights from his latest book, Rethinking Work, and draws from decades of experience helping organizations adapt to massive change. From the...

05-12
01:07:38

Episode 6: SAP Cloud ERP reimagined - Bert Schulze

Guest: Bert Oliver Schulze - Head of Cloud ERP Product Success, Co-Innovation, and Engineering Adoption Programs - SAP SEHosts: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutionsJohannes Langguth - Head of Business Transformation and Architecture - SAP SE Episode 6: From Product Success to Clean Core – Rethinking ERP with Bert Schulze In this episode of Transformation Every Day, we welcome one of the most experienced and insightful voices in the SAP clo...

05-05
58:02

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