In the fourth episode of Conversation Starters, we welcome Nadine Hoffmann, Global AI Product Manager at SAP. She shares insights on her transition from banking to AI, the evolution of product management, and practical AI applications. The episode covers generative AI, large language models, and announces a collaboration between SAP’s Joule and Microsoft's Copilot. It concludes with updates on the German SAP user group and plans for further AI integration.
0:23 – Introduction to Guest (Nadine Hoffman)
1:10 - Career Background and Evolution of Technology in Payments
2:09 - Role at SAP and Business AI
3:14 – Evolution of the role over time
4:07- Delivering Business Value and Real Business Value
5:01 - Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology
5:20 - Hype Cycles and Technology Trends
6:58 – Idea to Improve the Process
8:05 - Multidimensional Aspects of Technology and Business Value
9:11 - Data Security and Ethical Aspects
10:37 – Future Tools and Inclusiveness in Tech
14:27 – Networks and Innovation
15:34 – Mindset Shift and Open-mindedness in Technology
17:26 – Agility and Customer/Partner Exchanges
19:37 – Experience Garage teams & Hackathons
20:50 – AI Technology and Large Language Models
23:42 – Chatbots and Digital Assistants
27:10 – Latest Announcements and Key Topics from Sapphire
32:30 – Partner Collaborations and Compliance Topics
34:33 - User Group Exchange and Learning Together
42:27 - Building Code with AI
44:53 - Skills and Learning in Technology
48:22 - Opportunities for Experienced Professionals
49:54 - Conclusion and Future Conversations
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