Procurement Initiative Leaders Podcast

Ep. 6 - The Procurement Pathfinder: Five Megatrends Shaping the Future - with Laurin Zemmrich

June 17, 2024 Richard McIntosh / Laurin Zemmrich Season 1 Episode 6
Ep. 6 - The Procurement Pathfinder: Five Megatrends Shaping the Future - with Laurin Zemmrich
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Procurement Initiative Leaders Podcast
Ep. 6 - The Procurement Pathfinder: Five Megatrends Shaping the Future - with Laurin Zemmrich
Jun 17, 2024 Season 1 Episode 6
Richard McIntosh / Laurin Zemmrich

Explore the future of procurement! Discover how five key megatrends are defining the industry's next chapter and how you can future-proof your procurement strategy.

In this episode, host Richard McIntosh is joined by Laurin Zemmrich, from the University of St.Gallen's Institute of Supply Chain Management, to discuss the whitepaper, "Procurement Pathfinder 2024: A Trend Outlook." Laurin shares his extensive research on the megatrends that are set to shape the future of procurement. The discussion delves into how these interconnected trends impact procurement, from immediate priorities like cost management and geopolitical risks to long-term strategies involving sustainability and technological integration.


You'll learn:

1. The five megatrends redefining procurement and their interconnected nature
2. How CPOs can balance short-term cost pressures with long-term sustainability goals
3. The critical role of AI and technology in future procurement processes
4. Strategies for enhancing supply chain resilience and managing geopolitical risks
5. The evolving regulatory landscape and its implications for sustainability in procurement

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Get in touch with Laurin Zemmrich on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurinzemmrich/

Download the "Procurement Pathfinder 2024: A Trend Outlook": https://procurementinitiative.org/insights/procurement-pathfinder-2024-your-guide-to-navigating-future-trends-1

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Details about University of St.Gallen's Institute of Supply Chain Management:
Website: https://iscm.unisg.ch
Industry: Higher Education
Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

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About the host Richard McIntosh:
Richard McIntosh, Partner at H&Z Management Consulting, has spent over 23 years helping procurement leaders succeed. Richard is an avid rugby fan, and a children's rugby coach, with a passion for helping children to become their best selves through sports. He spends his time outside of work with his wife and children.

Get in touch with Richard McIntosh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcintosh-richard/

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The Procurement Initiative Leaders Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO

Show Notes

Explore the future of procurement! Discover how five key megatrends are defining the industry's next chapter and how you can future-proof your procurement strategy.

In this episode, host Richard McIntosh is joined by Laurin Zemmrich, from the University of St.Gallen's Institute of Supply Chain Management, to discuss the whitepaper, "Procurement Pathfinder 2024: A Trend Outlook." Laurin shares his extensive research on the megatrends that are set to shape the future of procurement. The discussion delves into how these interconnected trends impact procurement, from immediate priorities like cost management and geopolitical risks to long-term strategies involving sustainability and technological integration.


You'll learn:

1. The five megatrends redefining procurement and their interconnected nature
2. How CPOs can balance short-term cost pressures with long-term sustainability goals
3. The critical role of AI and technology in future procurement processes
4. Strategies for enhancing supply chain resilience and managing geopolitical risks
5. The evolving regulatory landscape and its implications for sustainability in procurement

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Get in touch with Laurin Zemmrich on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurinzemmrich/

Download the "Procurement Pathfinder 2024: A Trend Outlook": https://procurementinitiative.org/insights/procurement-pathfinder-2024-your-guide-to-navigating-future-trends-1

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Details about University of St.Gallen's Institute of Supply Chain Management:
Website: https://iscm.unisg.ch
Industry: Higher Education
Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

___________


About the host Richard McIntosh:
Richard McIntosh, Partner at H&Z Management Consulting, has spent over 23 years helping procurement leaders succeed. Richard is an avid rugby fan, and a children's rugby coach, with a passion for helping children to become their best selves through sports. He spends his time outside of work with his wife and children.

Get in touch with Richard McIntosh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcintosh-richard/

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The Procurement Initiative Leaders Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO