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Collaborative Initiative for Digital Talent Development

In a forward-looking partnership aimed at enhancing digital capabilities, NTT DATA Global Solutions (NTT DATA GSL) and Kinki University's Department of Information Engineering have come together to embark on a transformative educational project. This collaboration is part of a broader initiative to nurture a workforce equipped with the skills necessary for the digital era, particularly focusing on the importance of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and SAP technology.

Background

The Kinki University's Department of Information Engineering is dedicated to fostering talent proficient in AI and data science, essential for supporting an increasingly information-driven society. With the rise of digital transformation (DX), the demand for ERP systems has surged among businesses. However, many students have expressed concerns about the complexity and the challenging nature of understanding these systems. In this context, NTT DATA GSL, a core entity in the SAP business within NTT DATA, aims to leverage its extensive expertise in ERP systems to bridge these gaps through an educational partnership with Kinki University.

Course Overview

The inaugural class is scheduled for February 5, 2026. The program's goal is to demystify the role of ERP in corporate management and to introduce students to the latest trends in SAP, making the learning experience both engaging and informative. The course will also introduce the nurturing framework established by NTT DATA GSL through its corporate university, GSL University, which aims to provide real-world insights into the working environment they will enter after graduation.

Course Details

• - Date: February 5, 2026
• - Location: Kinki University Hiroshima Campus, Media Center H101
• - Participants: Approximately 20 students from Kinki University's Department of Information Engineering
• - Instructor: Masuki Yagi, Head of the First Business Division, NTT DATA GSL

Contents of the Course

1. Overview of SAP and ERP
- An introduction to how SAP specializes in providing solutions that enhance and visualize business processes through ERP systems—critical components for driving digital transformation in enterprises.

2. The Necessity of ERP in Business Management
- Discussing how SAP allows seamless integration of business processes across different departments, enabling managerial levels to access and utilize data effectively for swift and accurate decision-making.

3. Evolution of Core Systems and the Role of ERP
- Exploring the history of ERP tools from the 1980s to the recent advancements, including the emergence of AI agents that are transforming data utilization within companies.

4. AI Utilization in SAP
- Insights into SAP's strategic focus on