SAP emphasizes the importance of data protection and digital transformation through cloud migration for businesses
Saquib Ahmad, Country Managing Director, SAP Pakistan, held a discussion with the media to highlight the role of cloud migration and the transformation it brings to businesses.
Cloud migration is essential to ensure digital transformation and manage applications and data in the most cost-effective, efficient and secure IT environment.
SAP has a strong presence in almost all business segments of Pakistan. These digital solutions not only provide greater business convenience and reach, but also accelerate progress varieties due to their pure evaluative data that most visibly outlines the route forward.
Saquib Ahmadwhile talking about the essentials of cloud migration and data backup for business enterprises, explained
“Business use of technology had changed in the post-COVID-19 situation. It has now become stronger, making Cloud Computing the need of the hour. Pakistani companies, from large car manufacturers to small companies, use the SAP software for this. SAP is also working with government agencies to create time-saving processes with evaluative best-foot-forward options.” He elaborated on the strengths of SAP decision making solutions, stating, “Emphasizing successful behavioral trends with the right set of data is important for CEOs to make the best decisions. SAP’s predictive analytics are the perfect and most viable tool for that. ”
He further elaborated on the flexibility of SAP, a provider of tailor-made solutions for its customers. Since the goal is to provide seamless digital transformation for organizations of all sizes, SAP provides a unique solution to meet specific customer needs to truly meet the company’s need for growth and expansion. When questioned about security issues, Saquib assured that software installation comes with existing security paradigms. SAP is strong with a secure digital environment to prevent cyber theft and fraudulent activities.
SAP takes care of the design and workflow
He further said, “SAP Pakistan works with a clear vision to make the world run better and improve people’s lives in the best possible way. SAP provides a design and workflow that most positively affects the lives of the users (company and customers).”
Speaking of cloud solutions, he explained the infinite space available in the cloud and how companies should make a targeted migration to cloud solutions for the availability and security of data at all times. Cloud solutions provide a stronger network and allow users to work on the same project with fewer hiccups. It offers easy access, traceable data and transparency. In addition to cost-effectiveness, data security is one of the most important factors addressed by cloud solutions.
When choosing a cloud solution, management has control over both the costs and the scope of the work. Pieces of solutions can be purchased by organizations based on their business requirements and tasks can be assigned to team members according to their roles and responsibilities in the organization.
“Change management is the biggest hurdle to digital transformation. Employees feel insecure about their jobs and are therefore reluctant to digital change. This must change, as digital transformation is the future,” says Saquib Ahmad. While highlighting the issues facing the current business climate, he also announced that free training will be provided to students from various educational institutions as a means of digitally strengthening Pakistan’s economy.
Pakistan is experiencing an increasing trend of cloud adoption due to its cost optimization and effective solutions for various industries. It is imperative that the country seize this opportunity and SAP is at the forefront of this initiative as it follows global security standards to meet the challenges of cybersecurity.
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