Unquote Natascha Thomson's YouTube video on the Social Media Strategy Basics – Step 1
Like always fellow SAP Mentor Natascha Thomson's time-line generates great content video/blogs in the #SAP #Social world, read my blog unquoting another learning video... Tridip Chakraborthy in Improving My Experience, Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 22, 2012 12:32 PM | 2 Comments | Permalink]

Collaborative Freelancing...a new movement?
After having introduced the general concept of collaborative freelancing in my first blog article, I would now like to have a look and see what others write about "Collaborative Freelancing". Interestingly enough, we are not the only ones, who follow this approach. Julian Bradler. in Partnership, Improving My Experience, Enterprise Social Systems, Professional Services, Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 22, 2012 07:32 AM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

The Parable of the Monkey Tree
A recent report showed a disconnect between marketers, managers and agencies. Here I present the parable of the monkey tree to explain the challenge... Michael Brenner in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 21, 2012 01:57 PM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

SAP @ Social Media Week 2012: The day women took center stage.
After watching SAP’s programs for Social Media Week 2012 (in SAP’s Palo Alto office, Feburary 15), two significant lessons hit me: 1. The need to humanize a brand 2. Women seem much more adept at accomplishing this feat. Leslie Curtiss in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 21, 2012 09:18 AM | 4 Comments | Permalink]

The Presentations from Social Media Day at SAP #SMW12
Find a summary of all presentations from Social Media Day at SAP in this blog post. Your chance to catch up if you missed Mark Yolton, Maggie Fox, Brian Ellefritz, Rachel Happe and Timo Elliott. Natascha Thomson in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 20, 2012 05:04 PM | 2 Comments | Permalink]

Will Content Marketing Destroy Social Media?
Will Content Marketing destroy Social Media? There was a recent exchange on twitter where a prominent, intelligent and well-respected analyst predicted that content marketing will destroy social media. What do you think? Michael Brenner in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 20, 2012 10:16 AM | 2 Comments | Permalink]

Welcome to Twitter @SAPSupportCE
SAP Support Customer Experience team now on Twitter Kristen Scheffler in Social Media and Social Networks, Software Support and Maintenance [Feb. 20, 2012 06:49 AM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

Social media case study: How to incent the right behaviors
Lessons in incenting your employees by providing an end-to-end service that promotes the right behaviors while building a learning sandbox for your company. Ted Sapountzis in Beyond SAP, Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 16, 2012 01:02 PM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

Is Outsourcing Social Media a Good Idea? It Depends.
We’re having a very interesting debate in our internal social media community. These community members (including me!) have strong and varied opinions about the merits of outsourcing social media. I think outsourcing some elements of your social media initiative is definitely worthwhile, while other functions should remain within your core team. Carolyn Brock in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 16, 2012 12:13 AM | 3 Comments | Permalink]

More Than Rumor Has It: Social Media Can Wreak Havoc on the Market
Social media can be a conduit for quickly spreading market-moving news -- and rumors. But trading firms can still use social media data to their advantage. Derek Klobucher in Analytics, Banking, Financial Excellence, Governance, Risk and Compliance, Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 15, 2012 07:21 AM | 4 Comments | Permalink]

The Social CIO: On the Cutting Edge with SAP’s Oliver Bussmann
This is part 3 of the 3 part series on C-level executives in social media. Liz Brenner in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 15, 2012 06:39 AM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

Building Brands with Consumers’ Voices
For Social Media Week, Randall Rothenberg, President and CEO, comments about how social media platforms allow digital advertisers to create robust brand experiences. randallrothenberg in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 14, 2012 10:32 PM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

Google, oh Google, what are you doing now?
How will Google + Search Plus Your World change your world. Leslie Curtiss in Search, Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 14, 2012 09:51 PM | 10 Comments | Permalink]

Driving Social Media Change: Does your CxO get it?
Success in social business does not correlate with presence on Twitter. Success requires leaders that listen, are not afraid to take risks and are patient. Ted Sapountzis in Beyond SAP, Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 14, 2012 09:19 PM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

The Social CEO: Connecting with ASUG’s Bridgette Chambers
This is part 2 of the 3 part series on C-level executives in social media. Liz Brenner in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 14, 2012 05:14 AM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

One Social Media Tool A Day Keeps the Grunt Work Away : Storify
Using the right social media tool will help you save time tremendously. This time I would like to share with you the social media tool called "Storify" that will help you in archiving, reporting and sharing social news you like. Palm Norchoovech in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 13, 2012 10:54 AM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

Collaborative Freelancing for SAP Experts?
Can there be collaboration among freelancers specialized in SAP consulting, development and project management? Or are they all competing against each other? Julian Bradler. in Community Projects, Partnership, Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 10, 2012 04:26 PM | 6 Comments | Permalink]

We're Not Here to Socialize
Social media has found its way into the classroom and it is leading the education revolution. Ed Shimp in Higher Education, Mobile, Public Sector, SAP Education, Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 10, 2012 04:24 PM | 3 Comments | Permalink]

The Social CMO: Keeping it Real with SAP’s Jonathan Becher
This is part 1 of the 3 part series on C-level executives in social media. Liz Brenner in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 10, 2012 01:07 PM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

Social media: Has the hype cycle finally peaked?
Is the social media bubble about to burst? Three trends seem to point to this: Our audience sees no value, we can't show ROI, and companies reduce spend. Ted Sapountzis in Beyond SAP, Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 09, 2012 09:52 PM | 2 Comments | Permalink]

Social + Products = Better Products
Social media isn't just about marketing -- it's an opportunity to rethink many other business processes. In this post, I’d like to share some ideas about the new opportunities to improve all kinds of products using social media techniques. Timo Elliott in Consumer Products, Idea Place, Product Lifecycle Management, SAP StreamWork, Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 09, 2012 09:42 AM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

6 Key Ways to Use Social Media for Business Impact
As social media matures the business impact of social media will take center stage. ROI metrics will focus on the customer, brand, demand and innovation. Harun Asad in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 08, 2012 09:14 PM | 2 Comments | Permalink]

Creating The Perfect Blog Post: My Blueprint For Success (Infographic)
Brian Rice in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 06, 2012 10:14 PM | 2 Comments | Permalink]

Super Bowl Social Media Shootout
Which Super Bowl ad generated the most buzz on social media sites? Find out with SAP Social Media Analytics by NetBase! Blair Wheadon in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 06, 2012 11:07 AM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

If They’re Happy and They Tweet It, Buy the Stock
Trading based on the collective mood of social media users may seem like science fiction, but one hedge fund has already beat the market using this technology. Derek Klobucher in Analytics, Emerging Technologies, Financial Excellence, Governance, Risk and Compliance, Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 06, 2012 01:45 AM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

Marketing and Social Audiences
Is Social Media a strategy for marketers, or is it a marketing tactic that begs us to consider how we build trusting relationships? Ginger Shimp in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 06, 2012 01:41 AM | 2 Comments | Permalink]

Social Media: Sales or Marketing?
Is social media a tool for Sales or Marketing? Find out why it's both. Ryan Oneil in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 03, 2012 08:28 AM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

Are you aware of #SAPChat?
Sharing experience of last #SAPChat on HANA with @applebyj @vijayasankarv @aiazkazi @SocialKev KUMUD SINGH. in Beyond SAP, Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 02, 2012 11:14 AM | 7 Comments | Permalink]

Videocast: Do SAP Mentors Impact Culture Change at SAP? With Sanjay Poonen
I had a lively conversation with SAP's Sanjay Poonen and Mark Finnern on culture change at SAP and Sanjay's views on the SAP Mentor Initiative. Check it out. Jon Reed in Career Center, Community Projects, Improving My Experience, Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 02, 2012 09:45 AM | 4 Comments | Download Media | Permalink]

Facebook IPO Filing Shows It's Still Not Fully Operating in the Mobile Era
Facebook Inc.'s S1 statement today shows the firm hasn't made the leap to post-PC era. That should be cause for concern for investors. Eric Lai in Emerging Technologies, Mobile, SAP Developer Network, SAP EcoHub, Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 01, 2012 04:26 PM | 1 Comments | Permalink]

Social Media as a Place of Conglomeration
The blog is about Social Media as a new place of interaction. Tags: Social media, Social Media Week, Social Media Week 2012, SMW Rachna Lal in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 01, 2012 09:48 AM | 6 Comments | Permalink]

Social Media: What's Holding You Back?
Getting social media advocates to post content in your communities can be a challenge. Often people are reluctant to post comments, discussions, blogs, etc. In my role as social media manager I've found four common obstacles people face when asked to participate in social media: lack of time, fear, uncertainty, and doubt. Carolyn Brock in Social Media and Social Networks [Feb. 01, 2012 01:09 AM | 9 Comments | Permalink]

SAP Education @ Learntec 2012
LEARNTEC 2012 will open its doors today +++ SAP Education at booth A11 +++ special congress on Gamification on Feb 2nd Marie-Luise Gross in Knowledge Management (KM), SAP Education, Social Media and Social Networks [Jan. 31, 2012 03:21 AM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

Social Media: Loss of Control or The Path to Serendipity?
Why participate in social media or "what's in for me?" Matthias Steiner in Beginner, Beyond SAP, Emerging Technologies, Improving My Experience, Social Media and Social Networks [Jan. 27, 2012 10:21 AM | 19 Comments | Permalink]

A Yank making way to Oz…but I’m not waggin’ work!
Join me and other SAP folks + SAP Mentors and SAP Community members at the Mastering SAP Technology event in Sydney, Australia March 26-28, 2012. To register, visit http://www.masteringsap.com/tech. (This is not an official SAP event, but you'll find a lot of SAP people, customers, and partners there!) Mark Yolton in Idea Place, SAP Developer Network, SAP TechEd, SAP TechTour, Social Media and Social Networks [Jan. 26, 2012 05:18 PM | 8 Comments | Permalink]

Join #SAP for a Day of Social Media Sessions during #SMW12
On February 15th, 2012, as part of Social Media Week, SAP will host a day of social media sessions in Palo Alto. Join the event onsite or via the SAP FB page. Natascha Thomson in Beyond SAP, Business Process Expert, Social Media and Social Networks [Jan. 25, 2012 07:05 PM | 0 Comments | Download Media | Permalink]

What year 2011 gave to SDN/SCN?
Wrap-up of changes that I notice on SCN/SDN in 2011. Martin Maruskin in Beyond SAP, SAP Developer Network, Social Media and Social Networks [Jan. 07, 2012 07:40 AM | 1 Comments | Permalink]

Your reputation on SCN - An outlook for 2012
This blog explains what reputation means in an online community like SCN. It also gives a definition of concepts such as expertise, status, etc. Read more to find out how to build and grow your reputation on SCN in 2012! Laure Cetin in Beginner, Beyond SAP, Enterprise Social Systems, SAP Developer Network, Social Media and Social Networks [Jan. 04, 2012 02:42 PM | 12 Comments | Permalink]

How to Build Your Reputation on the New SCN
This blog makes the important distinction between creating an online brand and online reputation for SCN members. The video provides a glimpse of features in the New SCN that will help members build their reputation while improving their presence. Jason Cao in Social Media and Social Networks, Business Intelligence (BusinessObjects), Business Process Expert, SAP Developer Network [Jan. 04, 2012 09:49 AM | 12 Comments | Download Media | Permalink]

Top 10 SAP SCN Blogs with the Most Comments in 2011
This article contains the top 10 blogs that captivated the SAP Community network with the most comments in 2011. Jarret Pazahanick in ERP, SAP Business Suite, SAP Developer Network, SAP EcoHub, Social Media and Social Networks [Jan. 04, 2012 07:17 AM | 4 Comments | Permalink]

2012 is the Alan Turing Year - How do we want to give honor to him?
2012 is the Alan Turing Year. Since SAP Software and its ecosystem are based on the work of this great scientist I think that we should honor him during our SAP events and acticities this year. Peter Langner in Community Day, ERP, SAP Research, Social Media and Social Networks [Jan. 03, 2012 08:16 AM | 1 Comments | Permalink]

Retail 2012 - a Tug of War or Symbiosis: Corporate Growth and the Global Middle Class
The first of supposed three Chinese curses states “may you live in interesting times.” By nearly any measure we certainly appear to be doing just that. In this blog, Mohamed takes a look at some global trends revolving around the global middle class as this group is the core customer group for retailers. The dynamic interactions of social, economic, and political dimensions offer significant opportunities for those visionary companies and their leaders. Mohamed Amer in Business Solutions, Enterprise Social Systems, Retail, Social Media and Social Networks, Sustainability [Jan. 02, 2012 04:20 PM | 3 Comments | Permalink]

Top 15 Most Popular SAP SCN Blogs of 2011
The Top 15 Most Popular SAP Community Networks Blogs of 2011 Jarret Pazahanick in ABAP, ERP, SAP Business Suite, SAP Developer Network, Social Media and Social Networks [Jan. 02, 2012 12:41 PM | 9 Comments | Permalink]

You can achieve new SCN goals in 2012, the "3 Tiny Habits" way
For me it started with a re-tweet by SAP TechEd US keynote speaker Jane McGonigal that intrigued me enough to make a commitment to a stranger for a 5 day project. Here is the story of my experience with 3 Tiny Habits. I am feeling very confident in my new ability to build new, good habits quickly and easily. Maybe after reading this post you, too, will give it a try. Gretchen Y Lindquist in Improving My Experience, Social Media and Social Networks [Dec. 30, 2011 02:35 PM | 5 Comments | Permalink]

Expert Networking Session at SAP Inside Track Washington DC: Where is SAP Procurement heading?
Are you an SAP Procurement Consultant and want to know what's happening with SAP Procurement currently, then this blog is for you where I Interview Rebecca Hughes from SAP Procurement Solution Management at the SAP Inside Track Washington DC. Tridip Chakraborthy in Community Day, Procurement and SRM, Social Media and Social Networks, Webinars [Dec. 29, 2011 02:13 PM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

Café Innovation – 2012 New Year Resolution
2011 has been a year of excitement in the SAP world where the promises of 2010 were delivered on for customers; Enterprise Mobility and In-Memory computing are no longer great notions but reality. Looking ahead to 2012, we can definitely expect some discussion around many more business use cases in these areas. It is time to plan now for those discussions. Puneet Suppal in Analytics, Enterprise Data Warehousing/Business Warehouse, In-Memory Business Data Management, Mobile, Social Media and Social Networks [Dec. 29, 2011 07:49 AM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

SAP BusinessObjects Text Data Processing Analyzing Social Media Mentions: an ASUG Webcast
Earlier this month SAP provided an ASUG webcast on BusinessObjects Text Data Processing: Analyzing Social Media mentions. Below is a summary. Tammy Powlas in Business Intelligence (BusinessObjects), Social Media and Social Networks [Dec. 26, 2011 01:13 PM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

What's new in SAP StreamWork: Easier communication, faster invitations, and better tracking
With the latest release of SAP StreamWork, you'll be able to communicate more easily, invite others more quickly, and track your activities, actions, and agendas more closely. Mika Sissonen in Emerging Technologies, Enterprise Social Systems, On Demand and Software as a Service (SaaS), SAP StreamWork, Social Media and Social Networks [Dec. 22, 2011 04:09 PM | 0 Comments | Permalink]

Unquote Natascha Thomson’s series on Getting Started on Twitter - Part 1 (excerpts of the video blog)
If you are new to Social Media and want to learn more about getting started with Twitter, then this one is for you from Natascha Thomson video series Tridip Chakraborthy in Beyond SAP, Improving My Experience, Social Media and Social Networks [Dec. 22, 2011 02:01 PM | 6 Comments | Permalink]

Tweet Chat about On Demand Portal
I would like to share my experience about two innovative topics in the SAP world: tweet chat and Portal On Demand. Tamas Szirtes in Emerging Technologies, Enterprise Portal (EP), On Demand and Software as a Service (SaaS), Social Media and Social Networks [Dec. 22, 2011 07:24 AM | 0 Comments | Permalink]