Agenda
12/02/2025
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Welcome/Keynote: International Trade Priorities and Objectives
Speaker
Thomas Frénéhard
SAP
Description
In this welcome session, Thomas Frénéhard – Senior Product Marketing Manager, Enterprise, Risk and Compliance & International Trade Management at SAP – will welcome participants to the event and will discuss market dynamics, challenges, and opportunities for international trade in the context of Global Trade Services.
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
International Trade Management 2025 Overview
Speaker
Volker Mohr
SAP
Christian Stadler
SAP
Description
This session will explore:
- Changes and Opportunities in International Trade: Risks from Tariffs and Sanctions, Opportunities from Trade Agreements and Productivity Increases
- Updates on Current SAP Product Portfolio:
- SAP Global Trade Services
- SAP S/4HANA International Trade Management
- SAP Watchlist Screening
- Technological Integration: Cloud-based Systems for Seamless Integration and Rapid Processing in Trade
4:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Live Q&A: International Trade Management 2025 Overview
Speaker
Volker Mohr
SAP
Christian Stadler
SAP
Description
Join Volker Mohr and Christian Stadler for a live Q&A and ask questions on their session International Trade Management 2025 Overview.
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
SAP GTS & Trade AI
Speaker
Nick Moris
Deloitte
Description
- Explore use cases for SAP GTS AI
- Learn more about machine learning, gen AI and agentic AI in SAP GTS
- Leverage AI tools in SAP GTS to reduce friction in cross-border operations, enhance risk management and drive smarter trade decisions
5:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Live Q&A: SAP GTS & Trade AI
Speaker
Nick Moris
Deloitte
Description
Join Nick Moris for a Live Q&A on his session SAP GTS & Trade AI.
5:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Smarter Trade Docs – Automating Certificates of Origin with AI in SAP
Description
- Discover how SAP-certified AI transforms COO processing into a fast, error-free workflow.
- Seamless integration into SAP GTS to streamline preference management and customs clearance.
- Real-world use cases demonstrating efficiency gains and error reduction in COO handling.
- Discussion of regulatory compliance benefits enabled by AI-driven document processing.
5:45 PM - 6:00 PM
Live Q&A: Smarter Trade Docs – Automating Certificates of Origin with AI in SAP
Description
Join speakers Robert Wieczorek & Bastian Schiele as they answer questions on their session Smarter Trade Docs – Automating Certificates of Origin with AI in SAP.
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
One Product, Many Tariffs – Mastering Country-Specific Customs in SAP
Description
- Analysis of tariff discrepancies for identical materials imported from different countries of origin.
- Strategies for optimizing import processes in SAP GTS while leveraging free trade agreements.
- Automated classification and duty rate determination to ensure cost control and compliance.
- Practical insights into managing complex customs scenarios using SAP GTS.
6:30 PM - 7:10 PM
Upgrading to GTS Edition for HANA 2023
Speaker
Mouli Venkataraman
Global DynamiX
Description
Preparation and Planning for the new version
- Overview and best practices for a smooth transition
- Identifying potential challenges and mitigation strategies
What Existing GTS Users Need to Know
- Changes and improvements in the new version
- Impact on current workflows and processes
7:10 PM - 8:00 PM
Case Study: Tremco CPG's 2024 activation of GTS Customs Management, and 2025 plans for E4H
Description
- Background of GTS at Tremco CPG
- Recent activation of Customs Management in Germany, alongside EU Preference
- Insights into recent updating of Service Pack and regression testing
- First look at E4H planning for 2025
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Second chance: SAP GTS & Trade AI
Speaker
Nick Moris
Deloitte
Description
- Explore use cases for SAP GTS AI
- Learn more about machine learning, gen AI and agentic AI in SAP GTS
- Leverage AI tools in SAP GTS to reduce friction in cross-border operations, enhance risk management and drive smarter trade decisions
Please note that the agenda is subject to change.
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