E.ON Digital Technology GmbH - SAP Innovation Awards 2025
By establishing the Digital Lighthouse Platform, E.ON Digital Technology (EDT) has created a standardized, streamlined foundation that is universally accessible—ensuring seamless adoption and improved efficiency for all users. Key components include a shared data foundation via SAP Datasphere serving as the single source of truth, a unified planning and reporting platform powered by SAP Analytics Cloud, and PaPM (SAP Profitability and Performance Management), which expands performance management capabilities to meet EDT-specific requirements. Download the DocumentPUBLIC
Entry Pitch Deck
E.ON Digital Technology
Energy industry
Optimizing Financial Management through a
lean integrated GenAI-powered SAP ecosystem
Sakis Athanasios Tabakis
Entry Pitch Deck
E.ON Digital Technology
Energy industry
Optimizing Financial Management through a
lean integrated GenAI-powered SAP ecosystem
Sakis Athanasios Tabakis
COMPANY NAME:
HEADQUARTERS:
INDUSTRY:
WEBSITE:
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES:
Company information
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E.ON Digital Technology
Essen, Germany
Energy
www.eon.com
~ 3.000
E.ON is one of Europe’s largest energy companies, specializing in
energy distribution, infrastructure solutions, and energy sales. With a 1.6
million km network and 47 million customers, E.ON leads in shaping a
green, digital, and decentralized energy future. It invests heavily to meet
the growing demand for energy infrastructure, advancing where others
hesitate.
E.ON Digital Technology (EDT) blends a passion for technology with
cutting-edge innovation. As digital pioneers within the E.ON Group, we
drive the digital transformation of Europe’s energy systems—ranging from
intelligent networks and customer-centric solutions to renewable energy.
Under our mantra “Making New Energy Work”, we set the pace for a
sustainable, digitally interconnected energy future.
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HEADQUARTERS:
INDUSTRY:
WEBSITE:
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES:
Company information
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E.ON Digital Technology
Essen, Germany
Energy
www.eon.com
~ 3.000
E.ON is one of Europe’s largest energy companies, specializing in
energy distribution, infrastructure solutions, and energy sales. With a 1.6
million km network and 47 million customers, E.ON leads in shaping a
green, digital, and decentralized energy future. It invests heavily to meet
the growing demand for energy infrastructure, advancing where others
hesitate.
E.ON Digital Technology (EDT) blends a passion for technology with
cutting-edge innovation. As digital pioneers within the E.ON Group, we
drive the digital transformation of Europe’s energy systems—ranging from
intelligent networks and customer-centric solutions to renewable energy.
Under our mantra “Making New Energy Work”, we set the pace for a
sustainable, digitally interconnected energy future.
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CHALLENGE: SOLUTION: OUTCOME:
Integrated SAP Data Ecosystem
3
License savings yearly Efficiency increase due to standardized
and automated processes
Data sources combined in one data
platform
> 500k
E.ON Digital Technology
40% 15+
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Competitive and pricing pressures, along with tighter regulatory
demands are placing increasing pressure on finance functions
to streamline its processes and enhance transparency. These
challenges are compounded by fragmented, source-specific
processes that create inefficiencies and inconsistencies.* E.ON
Digital Technology (EDT) faces similar efficiency pressures
and must also tackle the complexities of managing a vast IT
ecosystem. Efficient IT management now requires not only
advanced digital solutions but also a digitized, forward-looking
controlling function. By leveraging state-of-the-art technologies
and innovative approaches, EDT can integrate planning,
reporting, and forecasting into a unified framework that drives
sustainable operational excellence and rapid adaptation to
evolving market conditions.
By establishing the Digital Lighthouse Platform, EDT has
created a standardized, streamlined foundation that is
universally accessible—ensuring seamless adoption and
improved efficiency for all users. Key components include a
shared data foundation via SAP Datasphere serving as the
single source of truth, a unified planning and reporting platform
powered by SAP Analytics Cloud, and PaPM (SAP Profitability
and Performance Management), which expands performance
management capabilities to meet EDT-specific requirements.
The platform leverages EDT's existing ambitions to rethink
processes and take employees on a holistic Data & Analytics
journey. It bridges the gap between business and IT, unlocking
new opportunities for data-driven decision-making by every
employee. Additionally, the targeted use of Gen AI not only
accelerates processes but also excites and engages people,
further driving adoption across the organization.
The Digital Lighthouse Project aims to transform EDT's
controlling function into a state-of-the-art solution. By
integrating the latest technological components and GenAI
functionalities while ensuring continuous adoption, EDT is
committed to a sustainable transition.
Moving to a collaborative platform with embedded, user-
friendly AI functionalities not only drives efficiency gains but
also keeps the human factor at the forefront. Moreover, the
platform offers the ideal systemic foundation to be dynamically
expanded with additional components, ensuring that new use
cases can be integrated swiftly, keeping innovation a constant
priority. In addition, the platform is designed to rapidly and
individually respond to evolving conditions and requirements,
ensuring it is fully equipped to meet the growing challenges of
today's finance function.
* PwC’s 28. Annual Global CEO Survey
Integrated SAP Data Ecosystem
3
License savings yearly Efficiency increase due to standardized
and automated processes
Data sources combined in one data
platform
> 500k
E.ON Digital Technology
40% 15+
PUBLIC
Competitive and pricing pressures, along with tighter regulatory
demands are placing increasing pressure on finance functions
to streamline its processes and enhance transparency. These
challenges are compounded by fragmented, source-specific
processes that create inefficiencies and inconsistencies.* E.ON
Digital Technology (EDT) faces similar efficiency pressures
and must also tackle the complexities of managing a vast IT
ecosystem. Efficient IT management now requires not only
advanced digital solutions but also a digitized, forward-looking
controlling function. By leveraging state-of-the-art technologies
and innovative approaches, EDT can integrate planning,
reporting, and forecasting into a unified framework that drives
sustainable operational excellence and rapid adaptation to
evolving market conditions.
By establishing the Digital Lighthouse Platform, EDT has
created a standardized, streamlined foundation that is
universally accessible—ensuring seamless adoption and
improved efficiency for all users. Key components include a
shared data foundation via SAP Datasphere serving as the
single source of truth, a unified planning and reporting platform
powered by SAP Analytics Cloud, and PaPM (SAP Profitability
and Performance Management), which expands performance
management capabilities to meet EDT-specific requirements.
The platform leverages EDT's existing ambitions to rethink
processes and take employees on a holistic Data & Analytics
journey. It bridges the gap between business and IT, unlocking
new opportunities for data-driven decision-making by every
employee. Additionally, the targeted use of Gen AI not only
accelerates processes but also excites and engages people,
further driving adoption across the organization.
The Digital Lighthouse Project aims to transform EDT's
controlling function into a state-of-the-art solution. By
integrating the latest technological components and GenAI
functionalities while ensuring continuous adoption, EDT is
committed to a sustainable transition.
Moving to a collaborative platform with embedded, user-
friendly AI functionalities not only drives efficiency gains but
also keeps the human factor at the forefront. Moreover, the
platform offers the ideal systemic foundation to be dynamically
expanded with additional components, ensuring that new use
cases can be integrated swiftly, keeping innovation a constant
priority. In addition, the platform is designed to rapidly and
individually respond to evolving conditions and requirements,
ensuring it is fully equipped to meet the growing challenges of
today's finance function.
* PwC’s 28. Annual Global CEO Survey
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The Digital Lighthouse Project brings strategically defined
architectural components into use and connects essential
data sources for financial management. The goal is to create
a product that, by leveraging business know-how, integrates
applications in such a way that cross-functional adoption
and real added value can be generated. By utilizing the latest
technologies, we position ourselves as the Playmaker for
Digital Technology Controlling within the E.ON Group.
Verena Nicolaus-Kronenberg
Managing Director Finance/ CFO
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The Digital Lighthouse Project brings strategically defined
architectural components into use and connects essential
data sources for financial management. The goal is to create
a product that, by leveraging business know-how, integrates
applications in such a way that cross-functional adoption
and real added value can be generated. By utilizing the latest
technologies, we position ourselves as the Playmaker for
Digital Technology Controlling within the E.ON Group.
Verena Nicolaus-Kronenberg
Managing Director Finance/ CFO
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COMPANY NAME:
Participating partner information
PwC’s expertise played a crucial role in
defining the target solution for Digital
Lighthouse and collaboratively shaping the
Future Proof Roadmap. With PwC’s support,
we ensured that all activities align with the
company’s strategic direction and that
relevant strategic projects are seamlessly
integrated into the final solution.
Thanks to PwC’s extensive knowledge and
hands-on experience, we were able to
achieve rapid results and drive impactful
progress.
Sakis Athanasios Tabakis
Teamlead Systems & Digitization
E.ON Digital Technology
5
PricewaterhouseCoopers GmbH
Back in 2023, E.ON Digital Technology (EDT) launched an ambitious project with the goal of
establishing a “Beyond State-of-the-Art” finance function.
In collaboration with PwC, the Digital Lighthouse approach was developed—an innovative
concept that integrates existing ambitions within the group, builds on established
technological components, and creates a scalable model. This model not only enables the
rapid realization of tangible results but also incorporates the latest technological
advancements, setting the foundation for a standardized approach across the Digital
Technology organization.
As PwC, we support EDT as an implementation partner, shaping the future of the digital
finance function together. We continuously contribute the latest insights and innovations,
further strengthening our strategic partnership and driving forward the development of
cutting-edge solutions.
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Participating partner information
PwC’s expertise played a crucial role in
defining the target solution for Digital
Lighthouse and collaboratively shaping the
Future Proof Roadmap. With PwC’s support,
we ensured that all activities align with the
company’s strategic direction and that
relevant strategic projects are seamlessly
integrated into the final solution.
Thanks to PwC’s extensive knowledge and
hands-on experience, we were able to
achieve rapid results and drive impactful
progress.
Sakis Athanasios Tabakis
Teamlead Systems & Digitization
E.ON Digital Technology
5
PricewaterhouseCoopers GmbH
Back in 2023, E.ON Digital Technology (EDT) launched an ambitious project with the goal of
establishing a “Beyond State-of-the-Art” finance function.
In collaboration with PwC, the Digital Lighthouse approach was developed—an innovative
concept that integrates existing ambitions within the group, builds on established
technological components, and creates a scalable model. This model not only enables the
rapid realization of tangible results but also incorporates the latest technological
advancements, setting the foundation for a standardized approach across the Digital
Technology organization.
As PwC, we support EDT as an implementation partner, shaping the future of the digital
finance function together. We continuously contribute the latest insights and innovations,
further strengthening our strategic partnership and driving forward the development of
cutting-edge solutions.
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GLOBAL CHALLENGES
Challenges
BUSINESS CHALLENGES
PUBLIC 6
Based on PwC’s 28th Annual Global CEO Survey, companies face
several global challenges:
▪ Digital Disruption & Reinvention: Companies must rapidly
integrate disruptive technologies like Generative AI to drive
productivity, yet many struggle with slow reinvention due to
outdated mindsets and fragmented processes.
▪ Economic & Geopolitical Uncertainty: Macroeconomic
volatility, inflation, and geopolitical conflicts remain top threats,
potentially leading to significant financial losses if not managed
proactively.
▪ Competitive Pressures & Resource Allocation: Increasing
competition and blurred sector boundaries demand agile
resource reallocation and innovative business models, with only
a small fraction of revenue currently coming from new ventures.
▪ Risk Management & Decision Quality: Firms need to
enhance their strategic decision-making processes to counter
cognitive biases and better navigate an unpredictable
environment
Traditional budgeting practices and limited resource reallocation in
finance—especially within controlling—present significant
challenges that hinder efficient decision-making. Inadequate
dynamic reallocation of financial and human resources often results
in delayed data, lack of cost transparency, and fragmented
processes. Companies that have embraced modern, transparent
controlling practices and actively reallocate resources tend to
achieve higher profit margins, demonstrating the importance of a
systematic, data-driven approach to financial management.*
Similarly, E.ON Digital Technology faces comparable pressures.
The drive for efficiency improvements, rapid technology adoption,
and the need for swift reaction times further intensify the strain on
the finance and controlling function. This convergence of
challenges underscores the critical need to integrate agile,
connected systems that enhance transparency and enable smarter,
faster decision-making across the organization.
* PwC’s 28. Annual Global CEO Survey
Challenges
BUSINESS CHALLENGES
PUBLIC 6
Based on PwC’s 28th Annual Global CEO Survey, companies face
several global challenges:
▪ Digital Disruption & Reinvention: Companies must rapidly
integrate disruptive technologies like Generative AI to drive
productivity, yet many struggle with slow reinvention due to
outdated mindsets and fragmented processes.
▪ Economic & Geopolitical Uncertainty: Macroeconomic
volatility, inflation, and geopolitical conflicts remain top threats,
potentially leading to significant financial losses if not managed
proactively.
▪ Competitive Pressures & Resource Allocation: Increasing
competition and blurred sector boundaries demand agile
resource reallocation and innovative business models, with only
a small fraction of revenue currently coming from new ventures.
▪ Risk Management & Decision Quality: Firms need to
enhance their strategic decision-making processes to counter
cognitive biases and better navigate an unpredictable
environment
Traditional budgeting practices and limited resource reallocation in
finance—especially within controlling—present significant
challenges that hinder efficient decision-making. Inadequate
dynamic reallocation of financial and human resources often results
in delayed data, lack of cost transparency, and fragmented
processes. Companies that have embraced modern, transparent
controlling practices and actively reallocate resources tend to
achieve higher profit margins, demonstrating the importance of a
systematic, data-driven approach to financial management.*
Similarly, E.ON Digital Technology faces comparable pressures.
The drive for efficiency improvements, rapid technology adoption,
and the need for swift reaction times further intensify the strain on
the finance and controlling function. This convergence of
challenges underscores the critical need to integrate agile,
connected systems that enhance transparency and enable smarter,
faster decision-making across the organization.
* PwC’s 28. Annual Global CEO Survey