MUMBAI, April 30, 2025 — Tata Consultancy Services , a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has expanded its strategic partnership with SAP, the global leader in enterprise applications and business AI, to deliver large-scale business transformation through RISE with SAP and cutting-edge Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) solutions.
This announcement builds on more than two decades of collaboration between TCS and SAP. The two companies have consistently partnered to deliver industry-leading digital transformation programs for global enterprises. Now, with the rapid acceleration of cloud adoption and the rise of AI-driven innovation, TCS and SAP are joining forces to enable customers to scale faster, operate with agility, and innovate with confidence.
A Two-Decade Partnership Evolving with the Future
TCS has been working with SAP for over 20 years, helping organizations worldwide adopt SAP solutions to modernize core systems, enhance customer experiences, and streamline operations. During this period, both companies have witnessed the evolution of enterprise IT — from mainframes and on-premises ERP systems to the rise of cloud-based, AI-powered platforms.
The latest phase of their partnership represents a new era of RISE with SAP-led transformation, where enterprises are not just modernizing technology but redefining how they operate in the digital age. By combining SAP’s next-generation ERP platform with TCS’s domain expertise and AI innovation, customers can unlock greater business value at scale.
What is RISE with SAP and Why Does it Matter?
RISE with SAP is SAP’s flagship initiative that simplifies the journey of enterprises from on-premises ERP to SAP S/4HANA Cloud. It provides an integrated offering of business transformation-as-a-service, bundling together software, tools, services, and infrastructure in one package.
The initiative is designed to:
- Simplify Cloud Adoption – by providing a structured path to move from legacy ERP to SAP S/4HANA Cloud.
- Accelerate Transformation – with embedded best practices, process intelligence, and migration tools.
- Enhance Agility and Resilience – enabling enterprises to adapt quickly to changing markets.
- Unlock Innovation – by integrating with SAP Business AI, data analytics, and automation ecosystems.
By expanding its partnership with SAP, TCS aims to accelerate RISE with SAP adoption among global enterprises, ensuring clients can migrate smoothly, innovate faster, and maximize ROI.
Generative AI as a Catalyst for SAP Transformation
The latest chapter of the TCS-SAP alliance is centered on Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI). While AI has long been a driver of automation and analytics, GenAI takes transformation further by enabling enterprises to:
- Automate Complex Processes – from finance to supply chain, with minimal manual intervention.
- Enhance User Experience – through conversational interfaces and AI-driven recommendations.
- Accelerate Development – by using GenAI to generate application code, workflows, and business logic.
- Unlock Business Insights – with natural language queries and predictive decision-making.
TCS plans to integrate GenAI capabilities within RISE with SAP implementations, allowing customers to simplify migration, improve service management, and boost overall enterprise agility.
Establishing an Innovation Council
As part of this expanded collaboration, TCS will establish an Innovation Council in partnership with SAP. This council will leverage TCS’s Agile Innovation Cloud (AIC) framework to drive continuous innovation in areas like:
- AI Democratization – making AI accessible across all levels of the enterprise.
- GenAI-Powered Automation – streamlining business workflows end-to-end.
- Scalable Ecosystems – ensuring solutions are not just innovative but also sustainable and enterprise-ready.
The Innovation Council will act as a hub for co-creating next-generation enterprise solutions in close collaboration with SAP and its customers.
TCS Pace™ Innovation Network: Co-Creation at Global Scale
Another key element of this partnership is the TCS Pace™ innovation network, which spans 12 major cities worldwide. Through its Pace Ports™, TCS offers customers a collaborative environment to ideate, prototype, and implement new solutions alongside SAP experts.
This global innovation framework helps enterprises:
- Experiment Rapidly – testing new ideas without disrupting business-as-usual operations.
- Scale Innovations – moving from prototypes to enterprise-grade solutions efficiently.
- Foster Sustainability – embedding environmental and social responsibility into digital transformation.
By combining Pace Ports™ with RISE with SAP, enterprises gain a structured pathway to innovate at scale, transforming not only their technology but also their operating models.
Executive Insights on the Partnership
Several leaders from both TCS and SAP shared their perspectives on the expanded collaboration:
Over the past two decades, TCS and SAP have consistently delivered industry-leading solutions, empowering global enterprises on their digital transformation journeys. As we embark on the next phase, we remain committed to creating sustainable value and fostering growth for our customers.
V Rajanna, President, Technology, Software and Services, TCS, emphasized the long-term commitment:
Our collaboration with TCS continues to drive meaningful impact for customers by bringing together leading cloud solutions and proven delivery expertise. Together, we are helping organizations simplify their transformation journeys, accelerate cloud adoption, and harness the power of AI and data..
Thomas Saueressig, Member of the Executive Board of SAP SE, Customer Services & Delivery
TCS looks forward to building on its twenty-year partnership with SAP to launch an accelerated path to RISE with SAP adoption and end-to-end automation with GenAI. The new endeavor combines our agile, scalable methodologies with cutting-edge GenAI innovations to help global enterprises adapt, grow, and unlock new opportunities through technology
Vikram Karakoti, Global Head, Enterprise Solutions, TCS, underlined the role of automation and AI
The Business Value for Enterprises
Enterprises adopting RISE with SAP through TCS’s expertise can expect several tangible benefits:
- Accelerated Migration – smoother and faster transition from on-premises ERP to SAP S/4HANA Cloud.
- Enhanced Agility – ability to adapt to dynamic market conditions with scalable digital platforms.
- Improved User Experience – with AI-driven interfaces, predictive insights, and automated workflows.
- Operational Resilience – ensuring business continuity through robust, cloud-based infrastructure.
- Sustainable Innovation – leveraging SAP’s clean core approach to reduce complexity and technical debt.
These advantages are not just about technology—they directly impact profitability, customer satisfaction, and long-term competitiveness.
TCS’s 360° Relationship with SAP
Unlike many IT service providers, TCS enjoys a 360-degree relationship with SAP, spanning co-innovation, solution development, joint go-to-market initiatives, and global delivery. This holistic collaboration ensures that enterprises receive:
- Flexible Digital Cloud Adoption – tailored to industry-specific needs.
- Proven Delivery Expertise – backed by decades of successful implementations.
- Global Scale – with a workforce of 607,979 consultants across 55 countries.
- End-to-End Automation – powered by GenAI, ensuring efficiency across the value chain.
This deep partnership has enabled TCS to become SAP’s trusted transformation partner for clients across industries ranging from financial services and manufacturing to retail, healthcare, and telecom.
Building Sustainable Innovation at Scale
The TCS-SAP partnership is not just about technology upgrades; it is about creating systematic, scalable, and sustainable innovation.
- Sustainability: Both companies are embedding environmental responsibility into their solutions, ensuring enterprises can reduce carbon footprints and align with ESG goals.
- Scalability: By combining RISE with SAP and TCS’s innovation frameworks, customers can scale digital transformation across global operations.
- Future-Readiness: With GenAI, automation, and cloud-native architectures, enterprises are better equipped to face future challenges.
About Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Founded in 1968, TCS has become a global leader in digital transformation and technology services. Rooted in the heritage of the Tata Group, TCS is committed to creating long-term value for clients, employees, investors, and the community at large.
Key facts about TCS:
- Workforce of over 607,979 consultants across 55 countries.
- 180 global delivery centers ensuring seamless service worldwide.
- Recognized as a top employer across six continents.
- Sponsorship of major global marathons, including the TCS New York City Marathon, TCS London Marathon, and TCS Sydney Marathon, reflecting its commitment to community and sustainability.
- Consolidated revenues exceeding $30 billion for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025.
With decades of expertise spanning every technology cycle—from mainframes in the 1970s to today’s AI revolution—TCS remains the partner of choice for enterprises seeking perpetual adaptability.
For more information, visit www.tcs.com.
Conclusion: Transforming the Future with RISE with SAP
The expanded partnership between TCS and SAP marks a major milestone in the global enterprise transformation landscape. By combining the power of RISE with SAP, cloud adoption frameworks, and Generative AI, the two companies are empowering enterprises to:
- Migrate seamlessly to SAP S/4HANA Cloud.
- Innovate continuously through AI-driven automation and co-creation.
- Scale sustainably across industries and geographies.
- Stay competitive in an era defined by agility, resilience, and digital-first strategies.
For enterprises embarking on digital transformation, this collaboration offers more than just technology—it provides a trusted pathway to reinvention, resilience, and growth.
With its two-decade-long relationship with SAP, global scale, and innovation-driven mindset, TCS stands as the ideal partner to accelerate RISE with SAP adoption and shape the future of intelligent enterprises.