With our net-zero ambition , we are practising a mindset shift in how we identify , prioritise and accelerate projects that advance bp ’ s sustainability aims

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With our net-zero ambition , we are practising a mindset shift in how we identify , prioritise and accelerate projects that advance bp ’ s sustainability aims

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» I ’ ve found that using an empathy map is a powerful way to explore the needs and perceptions of the stakeholder groups on both sides of a new partnership . Another approach is for both sides to write vision statements for the partnership and then jointly merge them in a live collaboration . Both exercises help uncover shared values and establish mutual goals for the relationship .

» Many of us are seeking clarity on what ' agile working ' means to the Procurement discipline . To me , it represents a major inflexion point . No longer are there rigid swim lanes for a category manager to operate in a defined space . With increased digitalisation and e-marketplace solutions , developing talent with deep category expertise and sourcing proficiency has become less of a focus . Procurement ’ s future leaders will have high learning agility , excellence in digital collaboration , compelling storytelling skills , deep data fluency and progressive views of how to deliver value against company aims .

» All throughout my 30 ’ s , it was training for marathons while balancing work and family . Nowadays , I ’ ve traded in a lot of those miles for time on the golf course – although I ’ ve not seen any improvement in my golf game with increased repetition .