In the digital world, there are few partnerships as enduring and impactful as that between SAP, the global leader in enterprise software and services, and Infosys, a prominent figure in next-generation digital services and consulting. As they celebrate the impressive milestone of a 25-year alliance, the SAP-Infosys partnership stands as a testament to the power of collaboration in driving digital transformation and creating sustainable business value.
Established in 1972, SAP (Systems, Applications & Products in Data Processing) has consistently held its place as one of the world’s leading providers of enterprise software applications used to manage business operations and customer relations. Infosys, on the other hand, since its formation in 1981, has distinguished itself as a powerhouse in digital services and consulting. The two titans came together in a partnership 25 years ago and have since been developing innovative solutions using Infosys Cobalt and SAP’s extensive collection of cloud applications.
Infosys, armed with its decades of digital transformation expertise, specialist consulting, and an array of cloud solutions, has served as a perfect complement to SAP’s formidable software solutions. Together, they have managed to create revolutionary industry cloud solutions, such as personalized medicine, clinical trial supply management for Life Sciences, leads and proposal management for professional services, demand sensing for CPG, enhanced customer experience, and sustainable sales and operations planning. These initiatives have transformed businesses across various sectors, further solidifying the role of the SAP-Infosys partnership in the global corporate landscape.
A recent study by Infosys stresses the crucial role of cloud technology and artificial intelligence in realizing strategic business goals. To this end, Infosys, with its AI-first offering, Infosys Topaz, enables businesses to accelerate their SAP S/4HANA cloud-enabled transformations, leveraging the synergy of AI with SAP’s robust platform.
Visionary Leadership Driving the SAP-Infosys Partnership
Christian Klein, who serves as the CEO and is part of the Executive Board of SAP SE, echoed the sentiment that the partnership’s strength lies in their shared ambition to augment customer experiences and enable clients to hasten their digital transformation in the cloud.
The continued success of this partnership is also a testament to the visionary leadership of both Sap and Infosys. Salil Parekh, CEO & MD of Infosys, has consistently emphasized innovation as the guiding principle for the partnership, especially in an increasingly intricate and competitive business landscape. Parekh’s commitment to creating cutting-edge industry cloud solutions while future-proofing businesses for sustainable growth are sentiments deeply shared with SAP.
The impact of the SAP-Infosys collaboration is best demonstrated in the positive feedback from the clients they serve. Metsä Group’s CIO, Tapio Nuutinen, for instance, affirms how the partnership has assisted in modernizing and unifying their ERP landscape, delivering seamless transitions and harmonized business processes.
Roche’s Marc Béchet, Domain Lead ERP Platform & Services, also hailed the strategic role of SAP and Infosys in the execution of their ASPIRE program, which is aimed at innovating and driving digital excellence. Béchet recognized the role of their partnership in improving overall process efficiency and accelerating time-to-market.
Echoing these sentiments, Chris Chesebro, Wella Company’s Global Chief Digital Officer, expressed appreciation for the role of the SAP-Infosys collaboration in accelerating their digital transformation. He lauded the combined expertise of Infosys and SAP in improving operational efficiency and sparking innovation, delivering real business value for Wella.
The SAP-Infosys partnership has been fostering innovation and transformation in the digital world for the past 25 years. As they look forward to the future, the objective is clear: to continue empowering businesses with innovative solutions, accelerating digital transformation, and ushering in a future defined by sustainable growth and operational efficiency. The future indeed looks promising for this enduring partnership.
