In our latest webinar, our panellists discussed how procurement leaders are revolutionizing procurement and how we can redefine the future of ‘Procurement 3.0’. Right now, procurement is navigating mounting pressure to deliver value amid increasing complexity, digital disruption, and evolving sustainability demands. As the business landscape continues to shift, the conversation focused on a critical question being raised in boardrooms: “What is the true value of procurement – today and in the future?”

• Procurement is losing strategic relevance as it struggles to stay connected with executive leadership and demonstrate value.
• CPOs are under pressure from complex challenges like economic shifts, rising expectations, and digital disruption.
• Technology and AI are revolutionizing procurement, demanding faster adoption to stay competitive and strategic.
• The role of the CPO and their teams must evolve to become more strategic, agile, and digitally capable.
• People remain critical in the future of procurement, with success depending on blending human insight with digital tools.

• Jonathan O’Brien: CEO of Positive Purchasing, host of the webinar, and a pioneer in SaaS procurement tools, including Ruby and Capella.
• Kathleen Harmeston: Business and Procurement Transformation Advisor, shares her experience in procurement strategy, executive alignment, and leading transformation through digital innovation and talent development. .
• Dipesh Sudra: Currently Group FP&A Manager at The Rank Group Ltd, Dipesh brings a strong focus on leveraging data and technology to drive transformation, helping organizations unlock strategic and operational, tech-enabled financial benefits.

To dive deeper into these topics, click below to replay the webinar recording.