In the current business landscape, data-driven decision-making has become a critical factor for competitive advantage. Enterprises seek advanced analytics solutions that not only unify data from diverse sources but also transform it into actionable insights with speed and precision. SAP Datasphere and SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) together form a powerful combination that empowers organizations to build sophisticated analytics solutions seamlessly on the SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP).
SAP Datasphere is a cloud-native data management platform designed to integrate, harmonize, and model data from various sources—both SAP and non-SAP—providing a semantic layer to make data business-ready. It enables real-time data access, data virtualization, and scalable data pipelines.
SAP Analytics Cloud, on the other hand, is SAP’s flagship analytics platform that combines business intelligence (BI), augmented analytics, planning, and predictive capabilities in a unified, cloud-based environment. SAC provides intuitive dashboards, storyboards, and advanced visualizations, making it easier for business users to explore and understand data.
The integration of SAP Datasphere with SAP Analytics Cloud creates a seamless workflow from data ingestion to insight generation:
Start by connecting SAP Datasphere to various data sources — including SAP S/4HANA, SAP BW, cloud storage, or external databases. Use its data ingestion and modeling tools to cleanse, harmonize, and enrich data, applying business semantics for clarity and consistency.
Leverage SAP Datasphere’s semantic layer to build reusable business views and composite models. Define measures, key performance indicators (KPIs), and hierarchies tailored to your analytics needs. This ensures all downstream analytics rely on a consistent, trusted data foundation.
Using SAC’s live data connectivity options, establish secure connections to Datasphere models. This live connection ensures that the analytics in SAC reflect the most current data without manual data duplication.
Build interactive reports and dashboards using SAC’s drag-and-drop interface. Incorporate advanced visualizations, geo-maps, and custom widgets to present data intuitively. Use SAC’s augmented analytics features like Smart Insights and Search to uncover hidden patterns automatically.
Extend your solution by integrating SAC’s planning capabilities for budgeting, forecasting, and what-if analysis. Use predictive analytics powered by SAP’s machine learning services to generate forecasts, anomaly detection, and recommendations, all leveraging the trusted data from Datasphere.
Leverage SAC’s collaboration tools—comments, discussions, and shared stories—to foster a data-driven culture across teams. Role-based access ensures that the right people get the right insights securely.
Combining SAP Datasphere with SAP Analytics Cloud enables organizations to build advanced analytics solutions that are agile, scalable, and business-centric. This integrated approach breaks down data silos, accelerates time-to-insight, and fosters a culture of informed decision-making across the enterprise. By leveraging the strengths of both platforms, businesses can unlock new opportunities, optimize operations, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.