SAP Innovation Day Greece Agenda
EVENT AGENDA
Track 1 at Nikos Skalkotas Hall
12:30 - 12:50
PPC's Transition to the Digital Era

 

Session description:
PPC is a leading energy company who has embarked on a comprehensive digital transformation journey to drive its new corporate identity, modernize its operations,  and improve overall efficiency using leading technologies such as SAP HANA. The company is facing challenges such as complex technology landscape across the Group and the need for real-time decision-making across multiple departments. PPC  adopts a technology transformation roadmap to follow tech trends and energy market forces, integrate its business processes and drive innovation.
 
Speakers:
Effie Presvia, Chief Digital Systems Development and Operations Officer, PPC 
Katerina Drakou, Partner, Enterprise Technology & Performance Leader, Deloitte
13:00 - 13:20
Maintaining the Competitive Edge with SAP's Best-of-Breed Solutions

 

Session description:
METLEN Energy & Metals adopts advanced financial tools to address their current needs and enable a smooth transition from legacy systems. These innovations streamline data consolidation, enhance global banking integration, and support evaluation of additional reporting capabilities.
 
Speakers:
Konstantinos Fatolas, CIO - Information Technology and Digital Strategy Division, METLEN Energy & Metals
Vicky Tsamadia, Partner, Technology Consulting, ΕΥ
13:30 - 13:50
SAP BTP as a pillar for innovation for Viohalco

 

Session description:
Explore the transformative power of the SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) and its services in driving operational efficiency.
 
Speakers:
Vasileios Zogogiannis, Operational Excellence Senior Director Steelmet – Viohalco Companies Corporate Services
Ilias Papadomarkakis, Senior Manager, Software Development and Integration TEKA System S.A. 
14:00 - 14:20
Piraeus case study with RISE with SAP on Microsoft Cloud

 

Session description:
Discover how Piraeus leveraged the power of RISE with SAP on Microsoft Azure to drive operational excellence, enhance IT efficiency, and create new business value.
 
Speakers:
Emmanouil Alexandros - Chief Technology Officer, Piraeus Βank
Antonis Oikonomou, Enterprise Commercial Director, Microsoft
Track 2 at the Open Theater
12:30 - 12:50
Art of the possible with AI and SAP on Microsoft Azure
 
Session description:
The art of the possible with AI and SAP on Azure involves leveraging the synergy between SAP and Microsoft to co-innovate, enabling seamless access to information and enhanced business processes. Through real world use cases, we will demonstrate how this collaboration allows businesses to harness the power of AI for insights, automation, and efficiencies, transforming their operations and driving innovation.
 
Speakers:
Dara Ibrahim, EMEA Global Black Belt - SAP, Microsoft
Ali Tahmasebi, Director of Solutions Sales, Microsoft
13:00 - 13:20
Unlocking the Power of SAP Business AI: Transformative Use Cases for Client Success

 

Session description:
At Accenture, we believe Business AI has the power to transform industries by making processes smarter and more efficient. Together with SAP, we’re helping clients achieve this through Embedded AI, Joule, and Custom AI capabilities. Using SAP BTP's GenAI Hub, we’ve built custom solutions that bring AI to life in meaningful ways, solving real-world challenges. Our close collaboration with SAP accelerates our clients' journeys toward embracing Business AI, blending cutting-edge technology with practical expertise. And with platforms like GenWizard, we support not just their business ambitions but also the delivery of AI-powered solutions with confidence and ease.
 
Speakers:
Sandeep Rana, SAP GenAI Lead – Europe, Accenture
Dimitrios Athanasiadis, SAP Practice Lead, Accenture
13:30 - 13:50
PwC Pioneering GenAI in Business Process Modeling

 

Session description:
Exploring how Generative AI streamlines the capture, design, and optimization of Business Process Modeling. This session will highlight PwC's experience through a specific use case, sharing the challenges encountered, values, and efficiencies gained. Additionally, PwC is continuously seeking ways to extract more value from generative AI and apply it to a broader range of business cases.
 
Speaker:
Harry Ladas, Senior Manager, Enterprise Architecture Lead, PwC
14:00 - 14:20
AWS and SAP - Unlock New Innovation with Generative AI

 

Session description:
AWS and SAP present a perfect match in the Generative AI space, with huge potential for business benefits to their customers. In this session, we will provide a comprehensive insight into the combination of AWS capabilities for Generative AI specifically for SAP workloads, delve into a number of use case areas and provide examples of successful customer stories, all before discussing some easy ways for customers to get started.
 
Speaker:
Andreas Kitsios, Data Specialists Manager, Amazon Web Services
Track 3 at the MC3 Room
12:30 - 12:50
AWS for RISE with SAP - Transform your Business with the Proven Cloud for RISE

 

Session description:
Accelerate your business transformation with the combined power of SAP applications and AWS's secure, scalable cloud infrastructure. The strategic collaboration between SAP and AWS empowers businesses to innovate faster, optimize operations, and gain a competitive edge. Discover how RISE with SAP on AWS can power your digital transformation.
 
Speaker:
Julian Grimm, Senior SAP Sales Specialist, Amazon Web Services
13:00 - 13:20
DEMO S.A Takes Travel to New Heights, Harnessing the Power of SAP Concur

 

Session description:
DEMO S.A. is a company on the move - "Always Forward" and continuously going above and beyond, to provide quality and reliable pharmaceutical products for everyone, while taking care of its own team of employees. At the same time, DEMO thrives on constant improvement - embracing new ways to streamline operations, reduce manual steps and keep quality high. Reshaping its travel and expense processes, DEMO required a digital solution to enable employees to focus on what matters most to drive business performance. That quest lead DEMO S.A. to digitize and transform a cumbersome, paper-based expense reimbursement process to a best-in-class user experience on mobile and any device.
 
Speakers:
Evangelos Vagias, Technology & Digital Transformation Director, DEMO S.A.
Ioanna Douka , Sales Director TEKA Systems S.A
13:30 - 13:50
KPMG Joins the SAP World: A New Era of Value-driven Implementations
 
Session description:
KPMG helps transform your business with confidence by focusing on the value-add of your transformation. Hendrik Thörner, KPMG’s Global Lead Partner for SAP, speaks about KPMG’s global approach to SAP transformations and the strong in-country roots that are important for the launch of the KPMG and SAP partnership in Greece. Expect a fresh view on the challenges and rewards when transforming to the next generation of ERP.
 
Speakers:
Hendrik Thörner, SAP Global Lead Partner, KPMG in Germany
Nikos Dimakos, Partner, Head of Consulting KPMG in Greece
14:00 - 14:20
KPMG's Blueprint for SAP Success: Navigating Transformation with Clarity and Innovation
 
Session description:
KPMG showcases its transformative approach to SAP with a focus on delivering lasting value. Explore the innovative Target Operating Model of KPMG’s Powered Enterprise, the impactful “Vision” and “Validate” phases and KPMG’s commitment to advancing Cloud ERP and SAP Business AI.
 
Speaker:
Thanasis Tsapanoglou, Director, Head of SAP Solutions, KPMG in Greece
Track 4 at the MC2 Room
12:30 - 12:50
Leading by Example: PwC’s Experience with Greece’s First SAP Public Cloud Implementation
 
Session description:
Drawing on the firsthand experience of PwC's COO Nikolaos Peyiotis, detailing the strategic transition to SAP S/4 HANA Public Cloud, the first implementation of its kind in Greece. The discussion provides a business-oriented perspective on the collaboration between PwC and SAP, the rationale behind the cloud transition, and the tangible benefits realized. It examines the challenges faced, such as managing change and integrating data, and highlights the key factors that contributed to the project's success. The session also offers insights and practical advice for organizations considering similar transformations enabled by S4HANA public cloud solution, emphasizing the importance of strategic alignment, adaptability, and effective project management.
 
Speakers:
Nicholas Peyiotis , Chief Operations Officer, PwC
Apostolos Mangiriadis, News anchor, ERT
13:00 - 13:20
Future-Proofing Workforce Management: Implementing SAP SuccessFactors for a Boundaryless World of Work

 

Session description:
As the world of work becomes increasingly boundaryless, with remote and hybrid models dominating the landscape, the need for flexible, agile, and intelligent HR solutions has never been greater. SAP SuccessFactors offers a comprehensive suite of tools designed to optimize talent management, improve employee experience, and streamline HR processes across geographies and time zones. Discover how implementing SAP SuccessFactors can empower the organizations to adapt to the evolving workforce, drive productivity, and stay ahead in a rapidly changing business environment.
 
Speaker:
Yiorgos Fragkos, Partner, Human Capital Leader, Deloitte
George Koumartzis, Chief People Officer, Kotsovolos
13:30 - 13:50
The significance of partnerships in Digital Transformation

 

Session description:
Sarantis Group, a leading multinational consumer products company, has embarked on an ambitious transformation journey across 13 countries with the support of EY (Ernst & Young) and SAP. This comprehensive initiative aims to modernize and harmonize the company's operations, enhance efficiency, and foster innovation, positioning Sarantis Group for sustained growth and success in the competitive global market. Join Mrs. Labrini Stathonikou and Mr Ioannis Bampalis as they will be discussing the drivers for transformation, expected benefits, along with the challenges and lessons learned.
 
Speakers:
Labrini Stathonikou, Group IT Director, Sarantis
Ioannis Bampalis,Partner Technology Consulting, EY
14:00 - 14:20
Why Intelligent Asset Management matters
 
Session description:
Uncover real life learnings from Pharma, Chemicals and Energy companies who are maximising asset efficiency based on centralised maintenance with SAP S/4HANA and SAP Service and Asset Manager.

 

Speakers:
Mario E. López, Associate Director IPT Supply Chain and Operations for Europe, Accenture 
Vicky Athanassiadou, SAP Technology Executive, Accenture
Track 5 at the MC3.2 Room
13:00 - 13:20
HELLENiQ ENERGY: Next-Gen Processes with SAP BTP
 
Session description:
Join Mr. Dimitrios Routsis and Mr. George Bozouris as they will be discusisng  how Helleniq Energy harnessed SAP BTP , as a key a component of the RISE with SAP project, to revolutionize their operations and align with the SAP’s  clean core strategy. Through real-life examples, he'll showcase  challenges they overcame and the process transformations achieved, offering valuable insights for businesses looking to undertake a similar business transofmation initiatives. Discover the path to innovation with Helleniq Energy's success story.
 
Speakers:
Dimitris Routsis, Head of ERP Services HELLENiQ ENERGY
Giorgos Bozouris, Senior Account Executive BTP, SAP
13:30 - 13:50
The Future of Data Fabric

 

Session description:
Join our insightful session on SAP DataSphere and discover how DataSphere's data fabric architecture empowers managers to leverage integrated, intelligent insights for strategic decision-making, ensuring your enterprise stays ahead in the age of AI. Dive into a future where data is seamlessly connected, so your AI initiatives can thrive. Don't miss the chance to future-proof your data strategy with SAP DataSphere.

 

Speakers:
Rob Lightfoot, Senior Data Architect | SAP BTP EMEA
Antonis Seferlis, Presales Specialist | Platform & Technology at SAP
14:00 - 14:20
Green Ledger: Treat carbon like money

 

Session description:
Explore SAP's cutting-edge Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) solutions designed to gather, analyze, and calculate emissions for comprehensive reporting in accordance with the latest standards and regulations, such as the CSRD. Discover the transformative power of integrating carbon metrics alongside euros within the SAP ERP to achieve meaningful sustainability outcomes.
 
Speaker:
Stamatia Betsi, Global Sustainability Principal EMEA, SAP
Track 6 at the MC3.4 Room
12:30 - 12:50
Accelerate your business and IT transformation with SAP Signavio, SAP LeanIX and WalkMe

 

Session description:
Successfully changing a business, be it a big transformation or small incremental improvements, requires a holistic approach: the combination of people, processes and IT. SAP provides a holistic, AI-powered set of tools, best practices and methodologies to not only operate your business, but also improve and adapt it to your future needs.
 
Speaker:
Wassilios Lolas, Global Vice President Market Impact, SAP Signavio
13:00 - 13:20
SAP on SAP RISE, the other way

 

Session description:
An open discussion on SAP RISE investments, covering the drivers for transformation, the choice of the right path, the proposed methodology, enabling tools and services. All serving the customer interests of an improved business case, fast time to value, continuous innovation adoption, and limited disruption.
 
Speaker:
Vassilis Tsamantanis, SAP Services Head
Stratis Pelekidis, SAP RISE Head
13:30 – 13:50
SAP Concur: AI in Travel & Expense

 

Session description:
Explore how SAP Concur harnesses AI to transform travel and expense management. See how automated processes enhance efficiency and boost productivity. Be amazed by cutting-edge innovations revolutionizing corporate travel and expense operations.
 
Speaker:
Radoslavova Antoaneta , Regional Lead SAP Concur Greece
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