Innovate Now Episode 6: Modernising Legacy Systems – Accelerating Data Transformation with Microsoft & Kagool

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Welcome to Innovate Now: Transforming Legacy Data into Intelligent Insights

Still, relying on siloed systems and outdated data platforms? Many businesses face challenges with legacy SAP and BI systems that restrict access, slow innovation, and block AI adoption.

 

In Episode 6 of Innovate Now, Microsoft's Pete Humble and Kagool's Lalith Korae, hosted by Kevin Little, explore how to modernise data access using Microsoft Azure, no-code data ingestion tools, and strong governance frameworks.

 

Discover how SAP on Azure, combined with Kagool's Velocity and SparkQ, can enable faster, more intelligent, and compliant decision-making.


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Discover how to unlock value from legacy data systems and centralise access for intelligent decision-making.

Learn how to streamline SAP to Azure migration, enable governed self-service analytics, and build a modern data foundation—powered by tools like Velocity, SparkQ, and Microsoft  Copilot.

Key Takeaways from Episode



01   

Democratising Data Access

Empower operational teams and analysts with governed role-based data access—ensuring everyone can use data confidently.

02     

Tiered Data Governance in Action

Implement a bronze, silver, and gold tiering strategy to balance flexibility with control and compliance at scale.

03   

Accelerate Ingestion with Velocity & SparkQ

Leverage Kagool's Velocity for SAP data ingestion and SparkQ for governance, lineage, and observability—no code required.

04   

Modernise Without Rebuilding

Avoid the disruption of full re-platforming. Learn how to connect legacy systems to Azure without significant application changes.

05   

Real-World Examples: AI Readiness in Action 

Discover how Microsoft utilises Copilot to transition from traditional dashboards to proactive, AI-powered insights.

06   

Strategy Before Technology

Avoid wasted investment—align data tooling with business needs and measurable outcomes from the start.

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Meet the Speakers

Peter Humble, Director of Azure Technology, speaking on Innovate Now Episode 5 – From BI to AI: Exploring modern data strategy, AI-powered analytics, and enterprise transformation with Microsoft Azure

Peter Humble

Director, Azure Technology Specialists, Micosoft

Kevin Little, Sales Manager at Kagool, featured in Innovate Now Episode 5 discussing enterprise data strategy and the journey from BI to AI

 Kevin Little

Sales Manager, Kagool

Lalith Korae, Head of MDP at Kagool, speaking on Innovate Now Episode 5 about modern data platforms, AI integration, and analytics transformation

Lalith Korae

Head of MDP