SAP TechEd remains the premier global conference for developers and consultants. However, it is also a critical time for all leaders across industries to review and refresh their digital strategy. The announcements made here, particularly regarding AI, architecture, and data, demonstrate the technological capabilities, required resource investment, and assess the future risks in your SAP landscape.

1. AI & UX: The Mandate for Pervasive Productivity and the Agent Economy

The Strategic Question: How quickly can we embed AI into the daily work to drive measurable productivity gains for employees and automate complex workflows?

The fundamental shift in enterprise technology is moving from passive systems to AI-driven execution. Organizations should view this not as a feature update, but as a mandatory new layer of productivity. The keynotes, including “Draft day for developers: Turning new technology into real-world wins (KEY101v)”, confirm that the developer’s role is shifting toward implementing AI for business outcomes.