AI-first two-tierenterprise coreby Capgemini 75%of globalbusinesses will begin DecouplingMonolithic Enterprise App usingthe “Strangler Pattern” by 2027 tofuture-proof their operations.- From IDC 25%of employeeinteractions will be AI-assisted,as future businesses integrate AIworkers to collaborate with staff,customers, and real-world systems. Global enterprises areembracing agile businessprocess orchestrationto stay competitive inthe fast-evolving localmarkets. AI integrationin business operationsin a key factor to stayfuture-ready. - By Microsoft CEO,Satya NadellaReference 60%of customersreplacing ERP systems by 2027 willprioritize platforms with strongbusiness process orchestrationcapabilities over traditionaltransactional planning features.- From Gartner 25%of enterprisesoftware interactions will beconducted through Gen AI digitalassistants by 2027, making them aprimary user interface.- From IDC Through the AI-first two-tier enterprise core by Capgemini , organizationscan achieve a single, intelligent platform that empowers businesses to movefaster, operate smarter, and scale with confidence. Key drivers of two-tier ERP adoption: 1. Mergers, Acquisitions &Divestitures Accelerated deployment of ERPand CX applications is essential tosupport rapid organizationalrestructuring and integration. 2. Evolving Business Models Businesses are adapting to newoperational requirements such asentering new markets or reducingoperational costs without theneed to overhaul legacy ERPsystems. Rethinking ERPfor the modernenterprise 3. Competitive Pressure &Customer Expectations Competitors are leveraging AI andautomation to streamline coreoperations, reduce costs, andintroduce innovative businessmodels raising the bar forcustomer experience andefficiency. As organizations grow anddiversify, the traditional one-size-fits-all ERP model is no longerenough. Today’s businesses needagility, scalability, and localizedcontrol without sacrificing thebenefits of centralized operations. the corporate level and anothertailored system at the businessunit level. This allows each unitto innovate at its own pace,meet local compliance needs,and manage unique processeswithout being constrained by acentralized system. 4. Secondary ERP Consolidation Organizations are aiming toreduce total cost of ownership(TCO) by unifying and replacingredundant ERP systems acrosssubsidiaries and business units. That’s why many forward-thinkingcompanies are shifting to a two-tier ERP strategy. The result?Lower costs,reduced complexity, andgreater flexibility. Instead of forcing everybusiness unit into a single,monolithic ERP system, a two-tier approach deploys one ERP at AI-first meets two-tier ERP:the future of enterprise core This comprehensive offeringfrom Capgemini and Microsoftprovides an AI-first transformation.Organizations are redefiningthe employee experienceby introducing AI workersautonomous agents that replacemanual tasks with intelligentautomation. These AI-drivensystems operate across multipleERPs and enterprise data layers,enabling a touchless, seamless, andhighly efficient workplace. independent ERP systems tailoredto the unique needs of individualbusiness units or subsidiaries. At the heart of this transformationlies the Enterprise Core a suiteof integrated applications fromproviders like SAP and Microsoftthat power end-to-end businessprocesses across finance, supplychain, HR, and more. To support agility and scale,businesses are adopting a two-tierERP model. This approach combines acentralized, stable ERP at thecorporate level with flexible, AI-first two-tierenterprise corewith Microsoft offering The AI-first two-tierenterprise core empowersorganizations to efficientlymanage risk, acceleratemarket penetration, andmaintain cost stability.It enables enterprisesto lead in local marketswhile preserving aunified, resilient coreat headquarters. DEPLOYMENT TIMELINE Accelerate subsidiary rollouts by up to 50% with a streamlined,lightweight ERP layer, enabling faster time-to-value. COST SAVINGS Cut customization costs by 30% or more through tailored ERPsolutions and an AI-First strategy that streamlines implementation andreduces complexity. SEAMLESS INTEGRATION Enable real-time data exchange, unified reporting, and synchronizedoperations to drive agility, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Seamlessly onboard new acquisitions or business units and unlockinnovative business models powered by the unprecedentedaffordability of AI agent-driven processes. How theAI-first two-tierenterprise core with Microsoftcan benefit businesses FASTER MARKET ENTRY CENTRALIZED STABILITY,LOCAL AGILITY INTELLIGENT AUTOMATIONENABLEMENT A global template strategyenables organizations to launchnew subsidiaries or productssignificantly faster. By reusingproven configurations, businessesreduce deployment time, minimizeerrors, and gain a competitive edgethrough quicker time-to-market. Organizations benefit from arobust, centralized