Transform Project Delivery with SAP Joule for Consultants

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SAP introduces its artificial intelligence solution, Joule, which has already revolutionized how business users operate by connecting data and tasks in intelligent workflows. Now, the platform also caters to the specific needs of consultants on SAP projects, who face the complexity of implementations and the demand for agile delivery. SAP Joule for Consultants is designed to provide precise and timely guidance, helping consultancy teams achieve more efficient results for their clients.

Victor Alvarez, responsible for product marketing for Joule at SAP, explains: "The consultant's focus is not on using our business applications, but rather on assisting in implementation, performing updates, and, at scale, helping our clients transform their on-premises SAP ERP systems to SAP Business Suite in the cloud." He states that Joule acts as an AI partner grounded in knowledge, providing reliable answers at critical moments and guiding design decisions to keep projects compliant with SAP best practices.

This not only accelerates timelines but also improves project execution across all delivery phases, resulting in higher service quality, Alvarez adds.

"Our clients want to complete their SAP projects as quickly as possible to extract value from these initiatives in a shorter timeframe," he says. "SAP Joule for Consultants provides the most accurate and up-to-date information, enabling consultants and system integrators to make agile decisions, reduce costs, and accelerate project timelines without compromising quality."

Building a Better AI Partner

Today, artificial intelligence is no longer an option in the consulting sector; it is shaping how projects are conceived, delivered, and scaled. For SAP’s consulting practices, this transformation is especially pronounced, as cloud implementation and transformation projects require deep knowledge and expertise. AI can provide information in seconds, enhancing consultant productivity and improving project outcomes.

The difference of SAP Joule for Consultants lies in its knowledge base. While any AI solution can generate answers, what truly matters is the accuracy and reliability of that information during project execution. Joule is based on SAP’s most comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge base, carefully curated and containing unique content not available in other third-party solutions.

"We identified an opportunity to help our partners transform their consulting practices with the most reliable AI assistance available," comments Alvarez. "We leverage our experience and a vast array of non-public client enablement content to ground SAP Joule for Consultants with the most complete and reliable knowledge in existence."

For SAP Consultants at All Levels

Consultants with varying levels of experience have historically spent considerable time searching for information before taking the next step, whether it’s making a fundamental architectural decision or addressing a specific tactical issue.

With SAP Joule for Consultants, that research time is drastically reduced. The platform provides expert-level answers from a constantly updated knowledge base, helping consultants maintain workflow and make smarter decisions that minimize rework.

"When we think of cloud transformation, the return on investment is significant," clarifies Alvarez. "For SAP clients, this ROI transcends traditional cloud benefits, also unlocking AI innovations available in SAP Business Suite. SAP Joule for Consultants is part of our commitment to help clients shorten the time to value and achieve large-scale AI impact."

Empowering SAP Clients as Well

The solution is not exclusive to consultants; it also benefits IT departments within SAP client companies. Often, organizations do not have the option to hire consultants for every SAP project—the work may need to be done internally. Thus, Joule for Consultants provides internal teams with on-demand guidance and responses, accelerating projects executed by internal staff.

"They can use Joule for Consultants to access the necessary knowledge and take on more complex projects," mentions Alvarez. "This opens up more opportunities to engage system integrators in more strategic and impactful projects."

IT teams also experience enhanced collaboration with their consulting partners. SAP Joule for Consultants helps fill knowledge gaps that have traditionally limited internal team contributions and influence on project outcomes.

"SAP Joule for Consultants makes clients more informed, enabling more impactful collaboration with their consultants," he summarizes. "It illuminates the nuances of a project, helping clients ask the right questions and actively participate in critical decisions to ensure the best possible project outcomes."

Powerful New Features on the Way

SAP Joule for Consultants has been available for nearly a year, and the demand from large companies like KPMG as well as smaller organizations has been significant, reports Alvarez—strongly validating its value proposition. The next major milestone is on the horizon: partner knowledge integration.

"Our system integration partners possess institutional knowledge that encapsulates their industry experience and best practices that differentiate their services and ensure predictable project outcomes," concludes Alvarez. "Soon, they will be able to add that knowledge to their instance of SAP Joule for Consultants—creating a unique and unified solution that provides both SAP knowledge and company-specific knowledge to their consulting teams."

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