E.ON is using SAP S/4HANA to modernize its energy grid infrastructure, focusing on data standardization and reducing IT downtime. The company is integrating AI for predictive maintenance and customer service automation, aiming to enhance operational efficiency. By partnering with established technology vendors, E.ON avoids the pitfalls of building proprietary AI platforms, maintaining flexibility in its software portfolio. This strategy supports E.ON's sustainability goals and ensures seamless integration of new technologies into their core systems, benefiting their 47 million users.
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