Together with Dominik Ladich from KPMG discuss how organizations can embed sustainability into core ERP and supply chain processes, covering the Green Ledger, Scope 3 emissions, and how AI enables unprecedented transparency across global supply chains. ===== Dominik Ladich, Director in Advisory at KPMG Austria, joins us to explore how sustainability is moving from standalone reporting projects to embedded KPIs within core ERP and supply chain processes. The conversation covers the drivers behind sustainability initiatives, from CSRD compliance to value creation; how SAP's Green Ledger extends financial accounting into environmental accountability; the data challenges of operationalizing ESG across procurement, manufacturing, and logistics; and how primary data exchange with suppliers can transform Scope 3 emissions management. ===== Guest 1: Dominik Ladich, Director, Advisory, KPMG Austria Dominik Ladich is a Director in Sustainable IT, helping organizations navigate sustainable SAP technology transformations that drive business value. His expertise lies at the intersection of technology and sustainability, with a focus on automating and implementing regulatory and sustainability requirements such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), EU Taxonomy, and decarbonization initiatives. He also supports the development and implementation of strategic use cases, including the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), Digital Product Passports, and the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Through these initiatives, Dominik helps organizations increase transparency and resilience across global supply chains while embedding sustainability as a driver of long-term value creation. With extensive experience in designing integrated business and reporting processes and modern IT architectures, Dominik also serves as Head of Sustainability Solutions for global KPMG and SAP initiatives. In this role, he drives the integration of sustainability into core business processes and helps organizations translate ESG objectives into measurable outcomes and sustainable business value. Host 1: 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: Oyku Ilgar, SAP Oyku Ilgar is a marketer and thought leader specializing in SAP’s digital supply chain and ERP solutions since 2017. As a marketer, blogger, and podcaster, she creates engaging content that highlights innovative SAP technologies and explores key topics including business trends, AI, Industry 4.0, and sustainability. She holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Finance & Accounting and English Translation, along with a master’s degree in Business Administration and Foreign Trade, specializing in marketing. With her background in digital transformation, Oyku communicates technology trends and industry insights to help professionals navigate the evolving business landscape. ===== Show Links: KNAPP AG Advancing ESG compliance and value with SAP technology Advance your sustainability agenda with KPMG and SAP SAP Green Ledger: What Is SAP Green Ledger? Supply Chain Management: SAP Supply Chain Management SAP Insights: Supply Chain Follow Us on Social Media : Richard Howells: LinkedIn Oyku Ilgar: LinkedIn SAP Digital Supply Chain: LinkedIn Please give us a like, share, and subscribe to stay up-to-date on future episodes!
