Help the world run better and improve people’s lives.
We are committed to helping every customer become a best-run business. Our global reach enables organizations to achieve meaningful business outcomes to realize both purpose and profit. Through our SAP Purpose Network, we connect people and information to discover solutions to pressing global issues, at scale. Together, we can transform industries, grow economies, lift up societies, and sustain our environment.
The coronavirus crisis has exposed the many social and economic issues that the world urgently needs to address. Businesses must embrace sustainability and purpose if they’re to help tackle these problems.
Oxford Economics surveyed 3,000 senior executives globally discovering a connection between business outcomes and purpose. Read about opportunities and challenges on a path to a defined mission.
For more than 40 years, SAP has helped organizations understand and run their businesses more effectively and efficiently. SAP is part of a growing movement of policymakers, NGOs, social groups, and leading companies working together on solutions to create a restorative and regenerative economy. The paper outlines our strategy, solutions, and partnerships to create positive environmental, social, and economic impact. Learn more about how SAP operates as an enabler and exemplar in the effort to create more sustainable businesses, a more equitable society, and a thriving world.
We applaud our network of customers and partners leading with purpose during these times.
We aspire to a world powered by innovative entrepreneurship.
We aspire to create opportunities through learning and development for all.
Join our virtual platform for talks and networking opportunities with our customers, partners, employees, government agencies, non-profits, consumers, and influencers.
Join us in reflecting and re-watching SAP’s engagement in a variety of events, which took place during this year’s UN General Assembly Week, as we came together with customers, governments, NGOs, civil society, and many more to unite for a more inclusive and sustainable future.
We are proud to share “Together Again” featuring SAP employees from all over the world. Through this original song and music video, our SAP family “scattered in a universe of parts” comes together and sends a message from the heart.
The SAP integrated report shows how sustainability integrates into our core business, presenting our financial- and non-financial performance in one integrated report for greater insight into our overall performance.
SAP is committed to supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Although our software, services, and programs underpin all 17 SDGs, we are focused on the following primary goals in alignment with our strategy: #4, 5, 8, 10, 12, 13.
Good art tells a story. Its intent is to share a feeling, a belief, a fear, a delight, a hope. It can inspire change and improve lives. SAP Gallery of Purpose shines a light on artists who are telling stories about individuals, societies, economies, and habitats that are experiencing – and overcoming – some of today’s most urgent challenges. We applaud the artists, individuals, and companies that are making the world run better.
"PowHERful” celebrates gender equality because when women are lifted up the world moves forward. SAP is committed to the advancement of women and doing our part to ensure that gender equality continues to move in the right direction.
Created in partnership with Goodr, “Respect, Reuse, Reclaim” commemorates marginalized people and those who go hungry. This piece made from repurposed food waste and textile focuses on bringing dignity to those who are less fortunate. It reinforces the need to reduce food waste and change human consumption patterns to create a more sustainable future for all.
"The Great Equalizer” recognizes that education provides an opportunity for everyone. SAP is committed to lifelong learning initiatives that provide access and inclusion for all, as well as education and development programs to help people grow and prosper.
“The Recipe” pays homage to the personal nature of the customer experience, acknowledging that technology is emotional, and the future of business has feelings.
“Sea Things” explores the need to address and reduce ocean plastics, and how leveraging technology to create positive solutions has the power to turn the tide on this issue which continues to grow rapidly/accelerate affecting our marine life, climate, and economies.
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“Sustaining Mother Earth” calls attention to the importance of taking action to create awareness of more conscious consumer buying decisions, disposal of waste, and ensuring more sustainable consumption and production patterns. As part of our vision and purpose to improve people’s lives, SAP is committed to the transition to more resource-efficient and sustainable economies to help turn the tide and reduce environmental harm.
Time to Breathe
“Time to Breathe” emphasizes the holistic connection between mindfulness and health. Research shows that nature has the power to promote relaxation and create a sense of calm. Take a moment to observe this serene nature scene. View the image for one minute uninterrupted, clear your mind, be present, focus on your breathing, and relax.
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