Achieving Clean Core with the updated Clean Core extensibility White Paper | feat. Marco Matha

About this episode

Niklas Siemer and Marco Matha discuss the importance of maintaining a clean core in SAP systems for enterprise transformation and agility.

Niklas Siemer is joined by Marco Matha to dive deep into the concept of “clean core” and its critical role in enterprise transformation. Learn why keeping your SAP systems clean, up-to-date, and extensible is more important than ever in today’s fast-paced tech landscape. Niklas and Marco break down SAP’s new clean core levels using relatable metaphors, explain the evolution from the classic extensibility model, and share practical advice for developers and architects. Learn about essential tools like the SAP Discovery Center, Guidance Framework, and ABAP Test Cockpit, and get actionable best practices for your clean core journey. Whether you’re a seasoned SAP developer or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights, real-world examples, and even a few personal recommendations to inspire your next steps. Also in this episode: Clean Core is Essential for Agility: Maintaining a “clean core” in your SAP systems enables organizations to quickly adopt new technologies, reduce technical debt, and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. New Extensibility Levels Clarified: SAP has introduced a four-level model (A–D) for extensibility, making it easier to understand…

People in this episode

Host: Niklas Siemer

Guest: Marco Matha

Topics covered

• clean core
• enterprise transformation
• extensibility model
• SAP systems
• development approaches
• technical debt
• agility

Keywords

• clean core
• SAP
• extensibility
• technical debt
• development
• enterprise
• agility
• best practices

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: SAP

Products: SAP Discovery Center, Guidance Framework, ABAP Test Cockpit

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