Europe’s AI Moment: From Industry Strength to Global Leadership
Europe’s AI Moment: From Industry Strength to Global Leadership

Europe’s AI Moment: From Industry Strength to Global Leadership

The Optimist – Conversations with the leaders and industries shaping Europe’s digital future


31.03.2026 • 36 Min.

In this episode of The Optimist, Dale Rickard speaks with Thomas Saueressig, Chief Customer Officer and Member of the Executive Board at SAP SE, about what it really takes to turn AI into measurable business value. From productivity gains across entire value chains to the importance of business context, data, and trust — this conversation goes beyond hype and dives into execution.