Embrace Innovation to Shape Procurement’s Future!

We face a very different future, with AI transforming how we work and geopolitics shifting the global economy. Procurement remains critical to organizational success, but must adapt to succeed. Successful leaders are taking the initiative, embracing new technologies to boost efficiency and future-proof their organizations.

Be part of the movement shaping procurement’s future!

Join us as we take Procurement Innovation on Tour to discover the latest technologies and see how trailblazers are reshaping the function. Connect with local visionaries and practitioners and gain unparalleled insights to keep your organization ahead.

Agenda

9:00 - 9:30

Registration & Welcome Breakfast

9:30 - 12:30

Customer User Group

12:30 - 1:30

Networking Lunch

12:30 - 1:30

Registration & Networking Lunch

1:30 - 1:45

Welcome & Opening Notes

Nicolas Pollet Regional Vice President Sales, US Central and Canada at Ivalua

1:45 - 2:30

Ivalua Innovation Showcase

2:30 - 3:00

Customer & Partner Panel Discussion

Accelerating Success: Rapid Implementation for Tangible Business Outcomes

Successful implementation of Procurement technology is no longer just about the "go-live"—it is about the speed to value. This session focuses on the critical foundation of planning, preparation, and cross-functional collaboration required to ensure a rapid and seamless rollout. We will explore how leveraging internal advocacy deep stakeholder engagement and change management allows organizations to fully harness technology advantages from day one. Attendees will gain insights from industry experts who will share valuable lessons learned and best practices that pave the way for accelerated success. Join us to discover strategies that empower your organization to efficiently achieve tangible business outcomes and excel unlocking procurement value for the business.

3:00 - 3:45

Networking Break

3:45 - 4:30

Customer Panel Discussion

Mastering Supplier Dynamics: Navigating Data, Risk, Performance, and Collaboration

Over the last decade, supplier management has evolved from a background task for procurement to a boardroom priority for leadership. The "transactional" execution has been replaced with a strategic balancing act between critical areas: Clean Data, Proactive Risk Mitigation, Performance Management, and Strategic Collaboration.

Jerry Grable Sr Director - Supply Chain Technology, Data, and Risk at BAE Systems

4:30 - 5:00

Partner Fireside Chat

Beyond the Horizon: How Agentic AI is Shaping Procurement's Next Chapter

As procurement enters a new era, Agentic AI emerges not just as a tool, but as a generational leap redefining the function's potential. This session explores the shift to a new hybrid human-agent operating model, where AI-first strategies solve the "capacity gap" by mastering operational complexity at scale. In this session, we discuss the essentials of making this shift happen: from unifying the data foundation to deploying governed, human-AI workflows that automate at enterprise scale. Join us to move beyond the hype and discover how to transition your organization into an AI-first powerhouse, empowering teams to focus on the strategic relationships that steer the business.

5:00 - 5:30

Special Guest Speaker & Closing Remarks

Hear first-hand about Matt Forte’s experiences and practical lessons you can apply to your daily life and career, with dedicated time for you to ask him questions directly.

Matt Forte Former Chicago Bear Running Back

5:30 - 8:00

Evening Reception

Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and casual networking in a one-of-a-kind interactive venue. Explore sports history, dive into fun exhibits, and connect with fellow attendees in a relaxed, unforgettable atmosphere.