AI-Powered Enterprise Digital Transformation Through Cloud-Native Computing SAP Integration and Intelligent Automation

Authors

  • Martin Fowler Chief Scientist, Thoughtworks, United Kingdom Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15662/IJEETR.2024.0602016

Keywords:

AI-powered transformation, cloud-native computing, SAP integration, intelligent automation, enterprise architecture, microservices, DevOps, robotic process automation, digital transformation, enterprise AI

Abstract

AI-powered enterprise digital transformation is reshaping modern business ecosystems by combining cloud-native computing, intelligent automation, and integrated enterprise platforms such as SAP. Organizations are increasingly shifting from traditional monolithic IT infrastructures to scalable, containerized, and microservices-based cloud architectures that enable agility, resilience, and continuous innovation. The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into SAP-driven enterprise systems enhances decision-making, process automation, and predictive analytics across core business functions such as finance, supply chain, human resources, and customer engagement. Cloud-native computing provides the foundational infrastructure that supports elastic scalability, high availability, and rapid deployment of AI workloads. Meanwhile, intelligent automation technologies, including robotic process automation (RPA) and AI-driven workflow orchestration, reduce manual effort and improve operational efficiency. SAP integration ensures seamless data flow across enterprise modules, enabling real-time insights and unified business intelligence. This paper explores a comprehensive framework for AI-powered digital transformation by combining cloud-native principles, SAP enterprise architecture, and intelligent automation systems. The study highlights how these technologies collectively enhance business agility, reduce operational costs, and support data-driven decision-making while addressing scalability, interoperability, and governance challenges in modern enterprises.

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Published

2024-04-16

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AI-Powered Enterprise Digital Transformation Through Cloud-Native Computing SAP Integration and Intelligent Automation. (2024). International Journal of Engineering & Extended Technologies Research (IJEETR), 6(2), 7933-7940. https://doi.org/10.15662/IJEETR.2024.0602016