AI Magic and Myth. Beyond the Hype and Focussing on the Business Case

In the fourth episode of Conversation Starters, we welcome Nadine Hoffmann, Global AI Product Manager at SAP. She shares insights on her transition from banking to AI, the evolution of product management, and practical AI applications. The episode covers generative AI, large language models, and announces a collaboration between SAP’s Joule and Microsoft's Copilot. It concludes with updates on the German SAP user group and plans for further AI integration. 0:23 – Introduction to Guest (Nadine Hoffman)1:10 - Career Background and Evolution of Technology in Payments 2:09 - Role at SAP and Business AI 3:14 – Evolution of the role over time 4:07- Delivering Business Value and Real Business Value 5:01 - Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology 5:20 - Hype Cycles and Technology Trends 6:58 – Idea to Improve the Process 8:05 - Multidimensional Aspects of Technology and Business Value 9:11 - Data Security and Ethical Aspects 10:37 – Future Tools and Inclusiveness in Tech 14:27 – Networks and Innovation 15:34 – Mindset Shift and Open-mindedness in Technology 17:26 – Agility and Customer/Partner Exchanges 19:37 – Experience Garage teams & Hackathons 20:50 – AI Technology and Large Language Models 23:42 – Chatbots and Digital Assistants 27:10 – Latest Announcements and Key Topics from Sapphire 32:30 – Partner Collaborations and Compliance Topics 34:33 - User Group Exchange and Learning Together 42:27 - Building Code with AI 44:53 - Skills and Learning in Technology 48:22 - Opportunities for Experienced Professionals 49:54 - Conclusion and Future Conversations Follow Nadine Hoffmann: LinkedIn - https://rb.gy/qt0zz0   Follow Louise Steenekamp: LinkedIn - https://rb.gy/kp7ewq      Sponsored By: AFSUG – https://afsug.com/ ONE VOICE Unifying Africa's SAP Community for a Digital Future

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