SAP Business Data Cloud – the true game changer for AI
With the SAP Business Data Cloud, SAP is launching a groundbreaking platform that helps companies put their data into the right context and leverage AI efficiently. But what exactly is behind this new cloud solution, and why is it considered a game changer for AI and data management? In this blogpost, we explain the technologies behind BDC, why it is essential for businesses, and how it can integrate AI into business processes.
The Building Blocks of SAP Business Data Cloud
The SAP Business Data Cloud (BDC) combines several powerful SAP technologies to create a seamless data platform:
- Datasphere – The central tool for cloud-based data management
- Databricks – Advanced AI and analytics integration
- SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) – Dashboarding and business insights
- SAP BW PCE (Private Cloud Edition) – Cloud-enabled data warehousing
- Data Products – Structured data products with clearly defined relationships
- Insight Apps – Predefined applications for rapid insights
- Knowledge Graph – Linking data for semantic analysis
This combination makes BDC a comprehensive data foundation for AI and analytics.
Why Is SAP Business Data Cloud a Game Changer?
Until now, companies often had to painstakingly rebuild their data warehouses and data lakes with relational links. This resulted in high manual integration efforts, uncertainties regarding relationships and metadata, and difficulties in providing AI models with the right business data. The SAP Business Data Cloud solves this problem by delivering data directly from SAP systems with automatic semantics and business context.
As a result, data is immediately available with all relationships intact. AI can directly access semantically enriched enterprise data, and through integration with Databricks and Datasphere, AI can be utilized professionally. This means: The path to productive AI scenarios is shorter than ever before.
AI as the primary use case of the SAP Business Data Cloud
SAP itself calls the BDC the “Data Foundation for the practical use of AI.” Why? Because AI is most effective when it operates with the right enterprise data and contextual information. Here are some key advantages:
- Automatic availability of metadata and relationships
- Direct access to BW, SAP, and non-SAP data
- Native AI integration with Databricks and Datasphere
For businesses, this means faster AI implementation, reduced uncertainty, and immediate value for business processes. But analytics and dashboards also play a crucial role. In addition to AI, the SAP Business Data Cloud offers powerful analytics capabilities:
- SAC is integrated, allowing companies to create interactive dashboards and reports instantly.
- Insight Apps provide valuable insights without extensive development efforts.
In short: AI-powered analytics without complex setups or integration projects.
How Companies Can Get Started with SAP BDC
Now is the perfect time to take advantage of the new possibilities offered by BDC. It’s not just about migrating BW systems but about leveraging AI and analytics in a targeted way. As a long-standing SAP partner and AI expert, we are happy to support you. These two sovanta offerings provide the perfect quick start:
- BDC Discovery
Understand what’s behind the new solution and how it can create value for your business. - BDC Starter & SAC Bootcamp
Together, we implement initial AI and analytics scenarios directly on BDC.
Interested? Learn more now and discover BDC’s potential for your company!
