Data Lake Big Data Warehouse Data Lake Platform Analytics Technology

SAP Logo

SAP Business Data Cloud

The SAP Business Data Cloud (BDC) simplifies complex, fragmented data landscapes by centralizing, securing, and making data AI-ready. This unified platform enables seamless integration, advanced analytics, and intelligent automation to unlock the full potential of your data.

What is the SAP Business Data Cloud?

Intelligent Data Platform is designed to transform your business.

SAP officially unveiled the SAP Business Data Cloud (BDC) in February 2025. This intelligent software as a service (SaaS) solution combines your company’s data from all SAP and non-SAP sources and makes it available in a centralized location. Existing databases and systems, including Finance, CRM, Supply Chain/Ariba, SuccessFactors, and Concur, can be seamlessly integrated for holistic reporting and as a basis for future AI solutions, such as agents and intelligent apps.

Features and benefits of SAP Business Data Cloud

SAP BDC solves these challenges

Traditional data architectures used to hinder the combination and harmonization of data. SAP BDC will enable new contexts and insights for quickly implementable decisions in the future. With minimal effort, specialist departments within a company will receive key figures that provide clarity in clear business language. Thus, traditional raw data processing is being replaced by semantic data and business logic.

The Business Data Fabric serves as the framework that prepares and makes data available in a uniform manner. Previously, data products were based on SAP BW, but in the future, they will be available in SAP BDC. Additionally, advanced AI solutions will be quickly deployable, and third-party systems, such as databases and ERP systems, will be easier to integrate.

A deeper partnership with the technology provider Databricks will enable companies to use Databricks tools’ AI and warehousing functions with SAP BDC – including virtually seamless integration of third-party systems.

What distinguishes SAP Business Data Cloud from SAP Datasphere?

Since 2023, SAP Datasphere has empowered users to seamlessly access all their data assets, not only within SAP and partner tools, but also across a wide range of SAP and non-SAP systems deployed in the cloud or maintained on-premises.

SAP BDC is built on the robust foundation of SAP Datasphere; however, it goes a step further as an SAP-managed SaaS solution. This approach simplifies deployment, reduces operational overhead, and ensures continuous updates while maintaining high levels of reliability and security.

It’s clear that SAP BDC is the perfect choice for companies navigating complex, fragmented data environments. BDC allows companies to centralize, AI-enable, and securely manage their data, turning a scattered data landscape into a strategic asset.

BDC provides organizations with a unified, powerful, and scalable platform for seamless data integration, advanced analytics, and intelligent automation, helping them transform raw data into actionable insights faster and more efficiently than ever before.

Interaction with SAP and non-SAP systems

SAP BDC’s cloud-native architecture enables businesses to easily connect to a wide range of data sources, including SAP ERP systems, SAP S/4HANA, and third-party applications. With partners such as Databricks and planned integration with Google in 2026, external data can be consolidated into a single, high-quality database. This unified view of business data enables advanced analytics and faster, data-driven decision-making.

Beyond integration, SAP BDC strengthens data governance and security, ensuring information is accurate and protected. Its intuitive interface and robust APIs empower teams to independently access insights, fostering data-driven decision-making. SAP BDC also supports scalability and adaptability, enabling organizations to integrate emerging technologies and extend their analytics capabilities without disrupting existing operations.

Meeting-Presentation-Group-Of-People-

Empower Human Resources with data-driven insights

Unlock the full potential of your HR team with actionable analytics:

  • Proactively address turnover risks
    Detect trends like rising resignation rates by region or role and intervene early to retain top talent.
  • Streamline workforce planning
    Integrate employee data, qualifications, and budgets to accelerate recruitment and training strategies.
  • Boost employee retention
    Leverage survey feedback, performance metrics, and attendance data to deliver targeted support where it matters most.
  • Elevate HR’s strategic impact
    Automate reporting to free up time for initiatives that enhance corporate culture and long-term retention.
Experience-StreamlineSupplyChain

Transform your Supply Chain with intelligent insights

Drive efficiency and reliability across your operations:

  • Spot delivery delays before they escalate
    Identify potential disruptions early and take proactive measures to safeguard production.
  • Optimize inventory management
    Balance stock levels by centralizing inventory and demand data, avoiding overstocking or shortages.
  • Enhance customer satisfaction
    Adjust schedules in real time to ensure your key customers always receive on-time deliveries.
  • Streamline operations
    Replace manual spreadsheet comparisons with a unified, integrated view of your supply chain processes.
preview of the SAP BDC E-book

E-book: SAP BDC - From scattered data to complete data in one central location.

SAP BDC creates a foundation on which all your data can finally work together. In this e-book, we provide insights into the following key areas:

  • Financial and strategic added value through SAP BDC
  • Operational implications for IT departments
  • Added value for HR & Supply Chain

Download e-book

Interesting articles on SAP BDC, data, and analytics

We are the right partner for you

For over 30 years, NTT DATA Business Solutions has supported midsized companies in maximizing the value of their SAP software. From the start, we have built strong expertise in SAP BDC and continuously refined our best practices in close collaboration with SAP.

We understand our customers and guide them confidently into the future. From consulting and implementation to managed services, we drive innovation throughout the entire journey. With SAP at the core and a strong partner network, we continually enhance solutions and technologies that benefit companies and their employees.

Ready for change and growth? We offer more than SAP expertise — we act as holistic IT strategy and innovation consultants. As your partner, we elevate your business with advanced technologies while ensuring smooth project execution. Our partner ecosystem provides access to the latest developments, and as part of the NTT DATA Group, we deliver projects of any scale.

Get in touch with us to get the most out of your data

Would you like to receive more information about SAP Business Data Cloud, discuss your requirements with our experts?

Please contact us. We are always happy to assist you.

Explore more topics