SAP’s partnership with the Technical University of Munich is dedicated to bridging the gap between academia and industry, bringing together experts in cutting-edge academic research and state-of-the-art real-world application expertise for a mutually beneficial knowledge exchange and research-driven product innovation.

On July 25th, the Women in Big Data Munich event showcased some of this impactful work. Rachel Laventure, SAP’s Global Head of UX & Product Success for Industries & CX at SAP, provided valuable perspectives on the ethical dimensions of AI, emphasizing the importance of responsible and reliable AI technology. Dr. Katharina Wollenberg and one of the AI scientists, Yichen Lou, gave us an exclusive look into their ongoing research collaboration with the Technical University of Munich. They shared early insights from the AI in Manufacturing project with TUM, highlighting how academic research is being applied to enhance production efficiency.

Hosted at the SAP Labs Munich Campus, the event brought together a diverse community of professionals passionate about Big Data and AI. Participants had the opportunity to explore SAP’s new facilities, engage in thought-provoking discussions on responsible AI, and experience the tangible benefits of SAP and TUM’s ongoing research collaboration.