Kristin Ruehle, Sourcing & Procurement Managed Services Lead at Accenture, and Rob Fuhrmann, Sourcing & Procurement Practice Lead, argue that a targeted AI approach is essential for maximising this value.
Their analysis suggests that by blending augmented and autonomous sourcing approaches based on the complexity of each deal, organisations can achieve 1-2 % additional savings and 40-60 % productivity improvements in both decision-making and execution.
The rise of agentic AI and contract intelligence The hallmark of the 2026 landscape is the move toward“ agentic” solutions. Unlike traditional automation, agentic AI understands the commercial context of a relationship – tracking what a vendor has sold, at what price and under what specific terms.
Praful Saklani, CEO of Pramata, believes many teams have been let down by the first generation of AI tools. In a statement regarding the
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