18 September 2024
The Wanderers Cricket Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa
This event took place in June 2024. If you joined us, you can view the after-event page and download presentations (see your email for the password). Alternatively, request access via the form below.
Join us as we showcase our spectrum of solutions for our clients and partners. Industry leaders from different sectors will come together to learn and share experiences during an energising morning full of interactive sessions.
You will gain valuable insights and discover the potential and possibilities that can be harnessed for your own business. We will also showcase some of our latest software and services developments and give you a glimpse into the future of SAP and EPI-USE Labs’ technology.
All SAP clients are invited to join us at this exclusive event. Our aim is to inform, inspire, foster collaboration and help you get the very best out of your SAP investment.
Let's connect, collaborate, network and be inspired!
08:30 - 09:15
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Arrival, registration and welcome
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09:15 - 09:45
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Be INSPIRED by legendary cricketer
Fanie de Villiers |
09:45 - 10:00
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A sneak peek into AFSUG's plans for 2025
Duke Mathebula, AFSUG Chairman |
10:00 - 10:30
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The evolution of Data Sync Manager (DSM)
James Watson, Product Group at EPI-USE Labs |
10:30 - 11:00
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Comfort break
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11:00 - 11:15
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ERP: Discover how we make a real-world difference with 1% |
11:15 - 11:45
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The future of EPI-USE Labs technology
Paul Snyman, Product Group at EPI-USE Labs |
11:45 - 12:15
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Cloud strategy in 2024 and beyond Ludi Nel, Technical Director at iSphere Cloud |
12:15 - 12:45
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How SAP BTP and AI will revolutionise the way we work Peter Blignaut, SAP |
12:45 - 14:30
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Networking and lunch |
18 September 2024
In-person event
The Wanderers Cricket Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa
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SAP Customer Advisory Manager: SAP BTP
SAP Customer Advisory Manager: SAP BTP
Peter leads a team of innovative technologists focusing on helping customers to make sense of their business information by leveraging intelligent technologies. The team helps customers brings context to data and enables the discovery of hidden insights. We also consult with customers on the technical design of SAP solutions and on how to connect on-premise and cloud data sources and applications. Our goal is make the intelligent enterprise a reality for customers.
Prior to joining SAP in 2014 Peter worked in a variety of IT consulting roles including spending six years at Sybase South Africa where he focused on Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence.
Peter holds a BCom Degree from the University of South Africa.
African SAP User Group (AFSUG) Chairman
African SAP User Group (AFSUG) Chairman
Duke Mathebula is an accomplished IT Leader with expertise in digital transformation and IT optimisation. Currently he leads IT at Trident Steel Africa, where he drives modernisation efforts to align the technology agenda with business objectives effectively. He also serves as the Board Chairperson of the African SAP User Group (AFSUG), is an executive member of the Core Leadership Team of the Global SAP User Group Executive Network (SUGEN) and the Lead of the SUGEN Licensing & Audit Charter. Recognised for his impact, his contributions to the industry have earned him recognition as a Top 50 Digital Transformation IT Leader (2023, 2024) and a Top 50 Cyber Leader in South Africa (2024).
Celebrated South African cricketer
Celebrated South African cricketer
Fanie de Villiers, a celebrated South African cricketer, gained international fame with his match-winning 10-wicket haul against Australia in Sydney. Recognised as one of the top five bowlers globally for five years, he was dubbed the world's best fast bowler in 1995. A three-time SA Cricketer of the Year, Fanie is also known for his charity work, especially founding "Hear" in 1998. He now thrives as a commentator and businessman, specialising in security and hydraulics.
ERP Coordinator Limpopo
ERP Coordinator Limpopo
Lesiba Masibe is the Director of ERP and Chairperson of The P.E.A.C.E. Foundation Trust. He plays a key role in initiatives like creating elephant corridors and strengthening anti-poaching efforts. His work bridges conservation with community development, driving sustainable economic opportunities and environmental protection across South Africa and other bordering countries.
Global Lead, Data Privacy & Security, EPI-USE Labs
Global Lead, Data Privacy & Security, EPI-USE Labs
James is responsible for the global line of business for EPI-USE Labs' data privacy and SAP IS-* Solutions, supporting all regions and key accounts running Data Sync Manager (DSM) for these complex requirements. With a functional and business background of over 20 years, James provides the bridge between Development, Basis, Test/Competency Centres and leadership teams to provide guidance and advise on the route to data privacy compliance. His history includes SAP specialisms in non-production data management and anonymisation, Production data removal or redactions, System Landscape Optimisation (SLO) and SAP industry solutions.
Co-Founder and Technical Director of iSphere Cloud
Co-Founder and Technical Director of iSphere Cloud
Ludi Nel has over 25 years of experience in the IT industry. He has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in pricing, contracting, service delivery and technical skills
Head of Product Management for EPI-USE Labs
Head of Product Management for EPI-USE Labs
Paul Snyman has over 25 years of global enterprise software experience. He resides in California’s Silicon Valley
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