IBM and KPMG’s Commitment to SAP Business Transformation
In a rapidly evolving digital era, the energy and utilities sector is undergoing significant transformation. Central to this revolution is the implementation of advanced digital solutions, with SAP S/4HANA being a prime candidate. IBM and KPMG US are championing this movement by combining their prowess to drive the SAP business transformation agenda forward.
IBM and KPMG have long been torchbearers in their respective fields. Now, they’re converging their strengths to aid energy and utilities companies in harnessing the full potential of SAP solutions. The transition to cloud-based systems, especially for robust platforms like SAP S/4HANA, demands a comprehensive blend of technological and business expertise. This is where IBM and KPMG’s collaboration emerges as a game-changer.
IBM Consulting’s reputable history spans over five decades, marked by robust partnerships, particularly with SAP. They’ve been instrumental in implementing SAP transformations worldwide, leveraging their prowess in artificial intelligence and hybrid multi-cloud deployment. Their vast experience and technological capabilities are complemented by KPMG’s industry-specific insights. KPMG, having a transformative impact in over 25 countries, brings to the table deep-rooted energy and utility sector knowledge that’s pivotal for SAP business transformation.
Bill Piotrowski, Americas SAP Leader for IBM Consulting, highlighted the significance of expert assistance during cloud transitions, emphasizing the global relevance and impact of SAP transformations. Accordingly, IBM’s collaboration with KPMG is poised to equip energy and utility companies with the requisite industry insights and expertise, ensuring they reap the most from their SAP investments.
SAP Business Transformation in Action: Liberty Utilities’ Success Story
One of the standout successes stemming from this collaboration is Liberty Utilities. The company, renowned for its extensive utility management services across North America, embarked on an ambitious four-year business transformation journey with KPMG and IBM at the helm.
Central to Liberty’s transformation was its “Customer First” initiative, a visionary project aimed at reshaping key organizational functions, including Customer Services, Finance, and Supply Chain Operations, among others. Jody Allison, Vice President, Transformation at Liberty Utilities, highlighted the pivotal role of IBM Consulting in their journey. IBM’s partnership with KPMG, Allison noted, introduced invaluable financial and advisory expertise, propelling the “Customer First” vision across the organization’s spectrum. This synergy is not only ensuring that Liberty meets customer expectations but is also priming the company for future growth, streamlining the integration of new business acquisitions and assets.
Brad Stansberry, Energy & Chemical Industry Advisory Leader at KPMG, elucidated the importance of recognizing the financial potential early in the planning phase of an ERP implementation. Partnering with IBM Consulting, KPMG aims to bolster its capacity to assist clients, also paving the way for increased productivity and unveiling untapped growth avenues.
Towards a Brighter, Digitally-Driven Future
The world of energy and utilities is on the brink of a digital metamorphosis, and the union of IBM Consulting and KPMG is set to be a catalyst in this transformation. Through their focus on SAP business transformation, they’re not only charting a roadmap for digital progress but are also shaping the future of an entire industry.
As companies across the board make the pivotal shift to cloud-based platforms, the expertise and insights offered by such collaborations will also be the cornerstone of success. As this alliance showcases, the future is not just about adopting new technologies but about harnessing them for measurable, impactful change.
