The healthcare system is always on the cutting edge of new technologies—but it's also one of the most heavily breached industries. The HIPAA Journal reported that the largest healthcare information data breach between 2009 and 2024 occurred in 2015 when hackers illegally obtained the health records of nearly 79 million Anthem Health subscribers1.

A little-known fact about me is my love for scuba diving. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of being so close to nature, exploring the mysteries of the underwater world. Every chance I get, I dive into the ocean’s depths, uncovering hidden wonders that most people never get to see. That got me thinking about the similarities between data and the ocean. Just like the vast, uncharted waters of the sea, the world of data holds incredible potential—if you know how to navigate it.

Cloud operations were once the logical next step for streamlining business processes, but now they have become the go-to solution for maximizing operational efficiency. With the advent of ‘cloud-first’ architectures and strategies, cloud computing is the rule, not the exception.

Businesses handle massive amounts of data daily. To make informed decisions, this data must be optimized for accuracy and consistency, which requires effective data management. However, for best results, data management must be coupled with data governance, which provides essential frameworks to manage data quality and security. Data stewardship takes it a step further.

Over the past two decades, and even more so because of the pandemic, CFOs have become one of business’ most prized assets. While financial reporting and compliance are still key responsibilities of the role, more and more businesses are now leaning on a CFO’s management expertise to help inform strategic decisions. Many CFOs spend their time dealing with the business-as-usual finance tasks and putting out fires.

In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, it's tempting for businesses to chase after the latest trends—Artificial Intelligence (AI) being the crown jewel of them all. However, unless you're an AI and data analytics provider, focusing solely on AI might be a misstep.

Since generative AI exploded onto the global market, organizations have flocked to adopt it. SAP is no exception–late last year, the ERP launched its embedded AI copilot, Joule. In addition, SAP has invested in other AI companies, hired a chief artificial intelligence officer, and added generative AI features to its products. In order to spur cloud adoption, many of SAP’s premium AI features will only be available to RISE with SAP and GROW with SAP customers.

Twelve years ago, a Wakefield Research survey revealed that 1 in 3 Americans thought cloud computing was somehow related to the weather. Fast forward to today, 67% of enterprise infrastructure in the US is cloud-based. Given that 92% of enterprises already have a multi-cloud strategy in place or in the works, it’s evident that embracing cloud migration is no longer just an option but a strategic necessity.