FOREWORD Evolving procurement at the pace of change
“ It is an exciting time to be part of the procurement eco-system ”
In an uncertain world , how are procurement solutions and professionals keeping pace ?
In every interview or conversation we have with procurement professionals and technology providers , you can all but guarantee references to certain key themes .
Everyone speaks of the impact of an uncertain world , with geopolitical scenarios , environmental concerns , and regulatory changes accelerating the need for supply chain agility and intelligence .
This is matched by the turbo-charging of technological change with the exciting possibilities of AI and other smart procurement solutions that offer more opportunities for competitive advantage .
It is against that backdrop this issue was assembled , with automated procurement breaking down silos , ESG strategy giving new inspiration for inventive thinking , and turning the power of data into actionable insight .
It is an exciting time to be part of the procurement ecosystem , with so many developments in a changing world , and this issue explores how the industry is evolving to keep pace with that change .
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