Christmas Special: 12 Challenges That Defined Procurement in 2024

In this special Christmas episode of Powering Procurement, hosts Sian Lloyd and Gareth Burch count down the 12 biggest challenges procurement professionals faced in 2024. With festive cheer and expert insights featuring John Wallace, Kate Stavrides, Emma Scot, and Filip Leonard, they tackle the year's most pressing topics, from navigating the complexities of Transforming Public Procurement (TPP) to embracing AI and automation and strengthening supplier relationships.
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Chapters:
[00:00] - Intro
[01:40] - #12: The Impact of the Snap Election
[03:40] - #11: Choosing the Right Procurement Software Partner
[05:20] - #10: Risk Management
[07:42] - #9: Skill Development and Talent Retention
[10:20] - #8: Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Concerns
[11:45] - #7: Rising Interest Rates and Financial Strategies
[13:27] - #6: Strengthening Supplier Relationships
[15:36] - #5: Embracing AI and Automation
[18:39] - #4: Sustainability and ESG
[23:01] - #3: Supplier Resilience in Uncertain Times
[26:25] - #2: Cost Management vs. Value Creation
[29:55] - #1: Transforming Public Procurement (TPP)
[32:08] - Outro

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