- Title
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AI in Procurement: Real benefits, real lessons
- Section
- Webinar
- Summary
- Location
- Zoom
- Date
- 22 Oct 2025
- Time
- 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. BST
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping procurement functions across industries, but separating hype from reality remains a challenge. This webinar will bring together leaders who have successfully implemented AI and digital tools in procurement spaces to share their perspectives and lessons learned.
Hosted by Malcolm Harrison (Senior Adviser at Efficio and former Global CPO at Nestlé), this session will feature insights from:
- Ninian Wilson – Global Supply Chain Director & CEO, Vodafone Procurement Company SARL
- José Oliveira – Vice President, Efficio
The panel will discuss:
- AI's benefits
- Which AI and digital tools are genuinely delivering value
- What benefits organisations are seeing in terms of savings, speed, and accuracy
- Approaches to AI tool implementation
- Challenges procurement teams face when adopting new tools, and how to overcome them
- The pros and cons of "build versus buy"
- How to balance large-scale versus niche solutions
- The future of AI in procurement
- The impact of advanced digital tools on skills and headcounts
- The biggest future opportunities for transformation
Can't make it to the live event? No problem! Register now, and we'll ensure you receive a recording of the webinar to watch at your convenience.