Since 2001, the European Union has been supporting a new paradigm for technological research – the Living Labs. This concept is designed to boost open innovation by ensuring that all relevant stakeholders, including end users, are closely involved throughout the research and development process of new products and services.
Driving the concept of Living Labs as collaboration platforms for open innovation, SAP Research has been successful in bringing together customers, partners, SAP researchers, and developers for in-depth collaboration and discussions on various current topics. The concept involves demonstrating technological research in real-world settings, turning prospective SAP solutions into tangible experiences.
The motto "SAP to touch and explore" best describes these efforts. SAP Research has developed five living lab locations in Australia, Germany, and Switzerland, and applies the living lab methodology to the field of emerging economies in South Africa.
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