Episode 19: From Stuck To Smart: Navigating SAP Legacy And Leading Change - Christine Grimm Transformation Every Day podcast

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

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Guest:

Christine Grimm - Ex-DSAG Board Member, Founder dxfrontier

Host:

Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutions

In 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 technologies. The importance of consulting partners in guiding companies through transformation is emphasized, along with the need for a focus on customer experience. Christine also shares insights about her new venture aimed at bridging gaps in the SAP ecosystem.

takeaways

Transformation is essential for adapting to changing business environments.
Legacy systems often hinder progress and innovation.
Cultural mindset is a significant barrier to technology adoption.
Technology should serve to enhance user experience, not complicate it.
Consulting partners play a crucial role in guiding companies through transformation.
The urgency to adapt to AI and new technologies is greater than ever.
Customer experience should be prioritized in technology implementations.
Leadership is critical in driving successful transformation initiatives.
User groups can bridge the gap between SAP and its customers.
Christine's new venture aims to simplify the SAP ecosystem.

Follow Christine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-grimm-422b3311a/

Follow dxfrontier: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dxfrontier/

Follow Alexander: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandergreb/
Follow Johannes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johanneslangguth/
Thanks to Steven Spears for lending his voice for our podcast intro.
Theme music by Luis Álvarez a.k.a. Fourth Dogma

Chapters

1. The Need for Change in Business Technology (00:00:00)

2. Understanding the Human Element in Transformation (00:02:53)

3. The Role of Technology vs. People in Organizations (00:05:22)

4. The Challenge of Legacy Systems (00:08:05)

5. The Importance of User-Centric Approaches (00:10:45)

6. Industry-Specific Adoption Rates and Pressures (00:13:51)

7. The Impact of COVID-19 on Transformation (00:16:21)

8. AI: The New Frontier in Business Technology (00:19:51)

9. The Misconception of Transformation (00:22:34)

10. Leadership and Legacy Systems (00:25:21)

11. The Role of Consulting Partners in Transformation (00:28:11)

12. The Future of Business Technology and Adoption (00:30:39)

13. The Role of Change Agents in Business Transformation (00:41:51)

14. Simplifying SAP: The Need for Tangibility and Clarity (00:44:55)

15. Toxic Freedom: The Dangers of Over-Options in Business (00:47:29)

16. The Illusion of Individualism in Business Processes (00:49:57)

17. Balancing Standardization and Individual Needs (00:53:56)

18. The Evolving Role of Implementation Partners (00:55:35)

19. Customer Experience in SAP Projects (00:59:40)

20. The Influence of Interest Groups in SAP Ecosystem (01:00:32)

21. Christine's New Venture: Bridging Gaps in SAP Ecosystem (01:07:29)

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