SAP-Solution: ESG

The pressure on European companies is increasing dramatically. Companies that do not meet ESG requirements, do not design processes to be AI-capable and ignore transparency, efficiency, and legal standards are not only losing their innovative strength—but also their competitiveness.

Because the underlying database in SAP is not correct, the reporting on REACH (chemical safety), RoHS (hazardous substances) and Pfas ("perpetual chemicals") is incorrect in many industrial companies.

For some time now, finance departments have been experiencing a phase of transformation. From cash flow and processes to automation and AI, innovations are being introduced that are leading to far-reaching changes. Reason enough to take a closer look at the developments for 2025.

In a world increasingly characterized by technological advances and pressure for greater sustainability, companies face the challenge of adapting their business models in order to remain competitive while fulfilling their environmental and social responsibilities.

These trends include topics such as AI, sustainability, and optimization. In addition, the labor shortage is a top concern for many companies. Gartner presents tools that organizations can use to combat this problem.

Using innovative technologies, insights are derived from data in real time. To fulfill his new role, the CFO needs better data understanding and data access.

Sustainability is evolving from a "nice to have" to a "must have. This is expressed in changing customer expectations, numerous voluntary commitments, regulation, and new frameworks.

SAP CEO Klein gave a very remarkable interview to a colleague from Handelsblatt in Davos at the World Economic Summit. He argued convincingly for face-to-face meetings and face-to-face events.

Consolidation makes way for integrated group accounting. Best-in-class companies are investing in new areas such as ESG and advanced analytics.