Upcoming forum to spotlight procurement leaders, geopolitical uncertainty and supply chain complexity
Artificial intelligence (AI), supply chain resilience and supplier risk management are set to dominate discussions among procurement and business leaders across the Middle East as organisations face mounting pressure to modernise operations and strengthen long-term resilience.
These themes will take centre stage at the upcoming CIPS MENA Procurement and Supply Chain Futures Forum, to be held in Riyadh in October, where regional and global leaders will explore the future of procurement in an increasingly complex and fast-changing business environment. Discussions will focus on digital procurement, supplier governance, sustainability, strategic sourcing and the evolving role of procurement leadership.
In addition, procurement teams are being asked to respond to rising geopolitical instability, cybersecurity threats and ongoing supply chain disruption. CIPS research and expert reports have increasingly highlighted the importance of supplier visibility, risk management and resilience planning in response to these challenges.
Strategic function
“Procurement has become a far more strategic function within modern organisations. AI may transform procurement processes but technology on its own will not solve supply chain risk. Organisations also need stronger supplier relationships, better visibility and more resilient procurement strategies,” stated Sam Achampong, Regional Director, Asia, Australasia, Middle East and Africa, CIPS.
The forum will bring together procurement, commercial and supply chain leaders from across the region to discuss the capabilities shaping the future of the profession, including AI-driven procurement, digital transformation, supplier governance and sustainable supply chain strategy, a press statement concluded.
