With the rise of big data and the volume at which we collect it, it’s no surprise that demand for data scientists is growing. As more businesses are in search of someone who can analyze and interpret large, complex data sets and assist in decision-making, it’s likely the demand will outgrow the supply of qualified individuals.

SAP is no different than other organizations looking for data science expertise to help make smarter business decisions. Dave Herman, chief data scientist, was brought on board shortly after the company acquired the cloud-based business commerce network, Ariba, in 2012.