DARMSTADT — In a bold move to democratize digital transformation, Software AG has unveiled the latest iteration of its Alfabet product, Alfabet 11, designed to engage business users previously disconnected from IT processes. With a focus on accessibility and collaboration, this new release promises to empower a wider array of stakeholders in the decision-making process, accelerating digital product development, reducing IT costs, and enhancing business resilience, according to a press release published on EuropaWire.

Alfabet 11 marks a significant shift in enterprise architecture and strategic portfolio management, bridging the gap between IT and non-IT employees in the transformation journey. Dr. Stefan Sigg, Chief Product Officer at Software AG, emphasized the importance of inclusivity in the digital era, stating, “Everyone needs to contribute and collaborate to properly analyze and decide what to do next. This is why we’ve re-designed Alfabet.”

Key enhancements include intuitive user profiles, streamlined navigation, and an articulate information search, providing greater transparency into the IT landscape. The introduction of “smart data workbenches” allows users to customize information display and share insights effortlessly, fostering collaboration across teams and departments. Moreover, the integration of data quality rules empowers users to ensure accuracy in analysis, with suggested fixes for any discrepancies.

The three pivotal features of Alfabet 11 focus on simplifying analysis and supporting user autonomy in strategic portfolio management. The Smart Data Workbench enables full customization of information display, while Data Quality Rules allow users to set parameters for acceptable data quality. Fast-path Configuration, driven by reasoning-based AI, reduces product configuration effort, ensuring consistency across user content areas and data workbenches.

Dr. Stefan Sigg underlined the importance of collaboration in maximizing the value of strategic portfolio management initiatives. “Your decisions are only as good as the data that you have in the system to analyze,” he remarked, advocating for an inclusive, collaborative environment where business users become “data stewards,” supplementing the expertise of IT power users.

Alfabet 11 sets a new standard in enterprise architecture and strategic portfolio management, offering a comprehensive solution that empowers organizations to navigate the complexities of digital transformation with agility and confidence. As businesses evolve in the digital age, Software AG’s commitment to accessibility and collaboration ensures that every stakeholder has a voice in shaping the future of their enterprise.