SAP NEWSBYTE — November 19, 2025 SAP SE (NYSE: SAP) and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) will be relying on the AI-supported disaster management system EDiSON in the Solomon Islands, developed by SAP Japan and INSPIRATION PLUS, a spin-off from Oita University. The island nation in the South Pacific is particularly affected by natural disasters such as cyclones, floods and earthquakes.
Built on the SAP Business Technology Platform, EDiSON connects real-time and visual meteorological data and historical records by processing both static and dynamic data from government, municipal and private sources, providing real-time insights into emerging risks. Using SAP Business AI and machine learning, the system enables precise forecasts that support authorities in making quick and targeted decisions – for example when predicting damage, deploying rescue workers or ordering evacuations. The project is considered a model for other small island states and shows how modern technology can make disaster protection accessible at a low threshold.
“EDiSON is a milestone and shows how science and technology can strengthen vulnerable areas,” says Soichiro Yasukawa, Head of Disaster Risk Reduction at UNESCO. “By integrating AI and real-time data, we not only improve early warning systems, but also create the basis for long-term resilience and sustainable development.”
The project is part of the UNESCO program to strengthen disaster risk reduction and is scheduled to go into operation in 2026. The aim is to create a scalable, data-based model for small island states that are particularly badly affected by the consequences of climate change.
“This project shows how SAP technology helps regions better prepare for risks,” said Sophia Mendelsohn, Chief Sustainability and Commercial Officer at SAP. “EDiSON is a powerful example of how our cloud platform and AI capabilities can be tailored specifically for local disaster response. We are proud to support UNESCO in this innovation for the Solomon Islands and beyond.”
UNESCO chose EDiSON because of the system’s track record in Japan. EDiSON overcomes typical hurdles such as scattered data, limited analysis capacity and inadequate use in the field. The system’s modular design enables scalability and adaptability, allowing governments to ensure modern disaster response without requiring large financial resources or extensive technical expertise.
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