Pierre Mitchell

Accelerating AI can feel chaotic, but procurement holds the key to structured adoption. Discover how to vet AI solutions, unify stakeholders, and speed time-to-value. Walk away with a game plan to steer rapid yet responsible AI deployment that truly moves the needle.

AI agents are at peak hype, but Agentic AI won't eliminate SaaS. However, it requires more from SaaS and humans, as it infuses into both. In this session, learn how to clarify and future proof your agentic AI tech strategy and your broader ProcureTech stack - including orchestration choices, open source, "tool" integration, next-gen data models (e.g., knowledge graphs) and other less-discussed technical risks and opportunities in a highly volatile tech market (beyond just ProcureTech).

Traditional category management is becoming outdated in today's fast-paced, digital-first procurement landscape. In this session, leaders from J&J and Sanofi explore how leading procurement functions are shifting toward dynamic, agile category strategies empowered by AI-driven tools and real-time market intelligence. Learn practical frameworks for elevating your strategic sourcing, driving early stakeholder engagement, and positioning procurement as a strategic, future-ready partner.

Geopolitical shifts, trade disruptions, and evolving regulations are forcing a radical reimagining of global supply chains. This session reveals how procurement leaders are redesigning networks to de-risk complex supply routes and build resilient, agile systems. Learn strategic approaches to adapting your supply chain for today's volatile global landscape.