In this episode with Tamara Tomasevic, Head of Program Development at CIONET Germany, we discuss how cloud, data, and AI are driving digital transformation in supply chains. Tamara shares insights on fostering enterprise intelligence, encouraging cross-functional teamwork, and scaling AI through mindset and skill development. The episode explores leadership strategies and the future of supply chain connectivity and sovereignty.
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In this episode Richard and Sin talk with Tamara Tomasevic, Head of Program Development at CIONET Germany, about what really drives digital transformation. From digital sovereignty and exit strategies to re‑architecting processes around enterprise intelligence, Tamara cuts through the hype and gets real about what works.
Learn why data quality makes or breaks AI, why mindset matters more than budget, and how leaders can scale AI with confidence in an increasingly complex supply chain world.
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Guest: Tamara Tomasevic, Head of Program Development at CIONET
Tamara is Head of Program Development at CIONET Germany, connecting CIOs, CDOs, and CTOs across the country. She is passionate about building strong communities in the digital era. Previously, she helped establish the Bavarian State’s AI Network and, as a communication scientist, believes communication is at the heart of digital disruption.
Host: Richard Howells
Richard Howells has been working in the Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing space for over 30 years. He is responsible for driving the thought leadership and awareness of SAP’s ERP, Finance, and Supply Chain solutions and is an active writer, podcaster, and thought leader on the topics of supply chain, Industry 4.0, digitization, and sustainability.
Host 2: Sin To
Sin To brings over 15 years of experience in the digital media and technology industry – primarily in marketing, business development, thought leadership, and editorial. At SAP, they ensure that SAP's supply chain solutions are properly visible with a focus on future trends and sustainable innovations as part of the Thought Leadership & Awareness Supply Chain Team.
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Show Links:
SAP Digital Supply Chain: www.sap.com/scm
CIONET Germany: https://www.cionet.com/cionet-germany
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Tamara Tomasevic
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamara-tomasevic-community/
Richard Howells:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/richardjhowells
Sin To:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sin-to-5334208
SAP Digital Supply Chain:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/sapdsc/
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Chapters:
00:00:00 Sovereignty And Resilience
00:00:31 Welcome And Power Triangle
00:01:07 Meet Tamara And CIONET
00:01:59 Digital Leaders Hot Topics
00:05:10 Cloud Strategy In Supply Chain
00:08:03 Data Quality And Ownership
00:09:52 Turning Data Into Assets
00:11:20 AI Misconceptions And Use Cases
00:14:21 Scaling AI Beyond Pilots
00:16:21 Why Networks Matter
00:18:42 People Skills And Culture Shift
00:20:46 90 Day Action Plan
00:22:00 Future Outlook And Wrap Up
