Organizations in West Africa are increasingly harnessing technology-driven innovation to achieve significant efficiency gains and expand into new markets. This trend was highlighted at SAP Innovation Day Nigeria, which took place in Lagos today.

Embracing Digital Transformation

Titilayo Adewumi, Regional Sales Director for West Africa at SAP, emphasized that businesses in the region are adopting digital transformation strategies to gain a competitive edge. “West African organizations are using advanced technologies and best practices to enhance stability and predictability in their business models. With the growing significance of cloud and AI solutions, companies are focusing on future-proofing their operations and driving innovation rapidly and on a large scale,” Adewumi said.

Innovation Opportunities and Insights

SAP Innovation Day is a global series of events designed to showcase technology-led innovation. The Lagos event featured insights from key SAP partners and customers, sharing their experiences with successful digital transformation efforts. James Fabola Jr, Chief Information Officer at Arnergy, a leader in renewable energy, highlighted how innovation has enabled his company to scale its solutions effectively. “Our new SAP system, supported by implementation partners, positions us for significant growth and a pivotal role in West Africa’s transition to cleaner energy,” Fabola stated.

Arnergy has adopted the GROW with SAP for Scaleups S/4HANA Cloud to enhance its technological capabilities and improve efficiency and accuracy in core processes, with support from SAP and regional partner ACED Consulting.

Partnering for Success

Abiola Folawewo, Managing Partner at ACED Consulting, noted that companies are eager to reap the efficiency benefits of digital transformation. “Businesses are racing to streamline operations and make better decisions using real-time data insights. Collaborating with experienced vendors and partners allows organizations to accelerate their innovation efforts and achieve substantial business benefits,” Folawewo explained.

Dumisani Moyo, Marketing Director at SAP Africa, pointed out that the current business environment is marked by volatility, increasing the urgency for digital transformation. “Unpredictability is stressing supply chains, revenue streams, and profit models, especially in Africa. The challenge for business leaders is to find ways to gain a competitive edge amid economic uncertainties. Today’s event is designed to equip businesses with insights on leveraging technology to remain competitive, drive sustainable growth, and innovate quickly with AI,” Moyo added.

Future Growth Powered by Technology

Adewumi concluded, “West African organizations have access to a vibrant ecosystem of experts, implementation partners, and cutting-edge technologies. We are excited to collaborate with regional business leaders to unlock the benefits of digital transformation and build a robust foundation for future growth, driven by cloud and AI technologies.”