In this episode of the SAP Let’s Talk Data podcast, SAP’s Lauren Wong sits down with Robin Bloor and Daniel Howard from Bloor Research to discuss findings from their recent study on SAP HANA Cloud and its role as a modern, in-memory cloud database for developers.

Drawing from interviews with SAP customers across industries, the conversation uncovers real-world insights into how organizations are using SAP HANA Cloud to modernize applications, scale efficiently, and bring intelligence closer to their data. Robin and Daniel share developer perspectives on the platform’s most valued capabilities and discuss how these features are shaping productivity and performance outcomes for teams of all sizes.

Together, they explore key trends revealed through the study, highlight the measurable benefits developers are achieving, and share their broader perspective on SAP HANA Cloud’s versatility as a foundation for building intelligent applications that adapt, learn, and innovate in real time.

Key Topics of Discussion:

• About Bloor Research – An introduction to Bloor as a long-standing technology analyst firm, with Robin Bloor and Daniel Howard sharing their background in data, analytics, and database research.

• Inside the SAP HANA Cloud Study – A breakdown of the study’s goals, methodology, and findings, based on interviews with customers across automotive, financial services, and green energy sectors.

• Customer Use Cases and Outcomes – How organizations are adopting SAP HANA Cloud to support high-performance analytics, scalability, and modernization, including a financial services example using it for workload forecasting and optimization.

• Key Capabilities of SAP HANA Cloud – A look at the platform’s standout performance, multi-model support, reduced need for tuning, and the ability for small teams to manage large-scale environments efficiently.

• AI Readiness and Future Innovation – Insights into how customers are approaching AI, the role of vector and RAG capabilities, and how SAP HANA Cloud is positioned to support the next generation of intelligent data-driven applications.

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Read the InBrief report from Bloor Research for their perspective on SAP HANA Cloud for SAP and non-SAP customers https://bit.ly/4odk28k

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Don’t have time to read The Top Reason Why Organization Choose SAP HANA Cloud? Well you’re in luck! Step into the future of business innovation with SAP HANA Cloud! In this AI generated episode of The Let’s Talk Data Podcast, we unveil how SAP’s in-memory cloud database is revolutionizing the way organizations harness their data. This isn’t just another database—it’s a game-changing platform that unifies structured and unstructured data, powers AI workloads, and delivers real-time insights, all while slashing complexity and simplifying infrastructure.

You’ll hear the 10 powerful reasons why leading businesses are making the switch: from multi-model capabilities that eliminate juggling multiple databases, to true multi-cloud freedom across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and beyond. Discover how intelligent data tiering saves costs without sacrificing performance, and how built-in engines for vectors, graphs, and spatial data supercharge the development of smarter applications.

But that’s not all—SAP HANA Cloud also delivers native AI capabilities, elastic scalability, seamless data integration, enterprise-grade security, and even AI-powered automation that transforms database administration into a strategic advantage. And for developers? The SAP Build ecosystem brings no-code, low-code, and pro-code development together, accelerating innovation at every level.

Don’t miss this episode! Find out how SAP HANA Cloud can help your business move faster, modernize infrastructure, and unlock the full power of your data today.

Key Topics of Discussion:

• Multi-Model Data Management – Unifying relational, JSON, spatial, graph, and vector data in one platform for faster insights and simplified applications.

• Cloud Flexibility & Scalability – Multi-cloud deployment across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and more, with elastic scaling to handle unpredictable workloads.

• Cost-Optimized Storage – Intelligent data tiering that balances hot, warm, and cold storage while keeping access seamless for users.

• AI at the Core – Native vector support, semantic search, and retrieval-augmented generation to power smarter business applications.

• Developer & DBA Empowerment – SAP Build’s no-code to pro-code ecosystem plus AI-powered DBA tools that reduce manual work and accelerate innovation.

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Read the brochure, Top 10 reasons organizations chose SAP HANA Cloud: http://bit.ly/4pqNOs4

What’s the potential value of SAP HANA Cloud for your organization? Complete this short assessment: http://bit.ly/46oekJO

Learn more about SAP HANA Cloud: www.sap.com/hana

In this insightful episode of the SAP Cloud ERP podcast, host Jennifer Frank McGrory, SAP Go-To Market Lead sits down with David Robinson, President and Chief Revenue Officer of SAP Cloud ERP. They discuss how SAP is helping businesses unlock growth and innovation through the SAP Business Suite. With 25+ years of ERP experience, David shares his perspective on SAP’s evolution from on-premise systems to a future-ready, AI-powered cloud platform.

Jennifer and David dive into how SAP’s “AI-first” and “suite-first” strategy is delivering real value for customers—enabling faster decision-making, operational resilience, and scalable transformation. They explore the critical role of simplification and standardization in driving agility and reducing technical debt, while also addressing the top challenges companies face on their cloud journey.

Packed with real-world insights, this conversation highlights how customers are accelerating innovation by shifting resources from maintenance to strategy. Whether you’re a CIO, IT leader, or business executive navigating digital transformation, this episode offers actionable takeaways for thriving in today’s fast-changing enterprise landscape.

Key Topics of Discussion:

• SAP Cloud ERP Strategy - How SAP is simplifying the ERP journey with a cloud-first approach that supports agility and long-term innovation.

• Customer Challenges and Opportunities – David Robinson shares insights into the common challenges companies face when moving to the cloud and how SAP helps turn them into transformation wins.

• The Role of Artificial Intelligence in ERP – A look at how embedded AI within SAP Cloud ERP enables predictive analytics, process automation, and better decision-making.

• Industry and Line-of-Business Innovation – Discussion on how SAP Cloud ERP tailors its solutions for specific industries and business functions to deliver targeted value.

• Business Transformation with SAP Cloud ERP – Real-world examples and success stories that highlight how organizations are leveraging SAP Cloud ERP to drive digital transformation and competitiveness.

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Value Exploration Workshop - a hands-on gamified SAP S/4HANA Cloud simulation experience. SAP Cloud ERP Simulation, a Value Exploration Workshop

5 Minutes with....Glen Moffatt on The Renaissance of ERP: https://bit.ly/3Eeefvr

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