Sustainable Supply Chain Harnessing AI to Revolutionise Procurement: A Conversation with Arkestro's Edmund Zagorin
Hey folks, Tom Raftery here with another insightful episode of the Digital Supply Chain podcast. This time, I had the pleasure of chatting with Edmund Zagorin, the Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Arkestro.
Edmund has a unique perspective on the intersection of AI, procurement, and supply chain processes, and this chat was packed with fascinating insights. We explored the dynamic role of AI in transforming the procurement landscape and how it's helping to streamline operations and facilitate strategic decision-making in supply chains.
One of the key themes we delved into was the importance of aligning your company's digitization strategy with its unique business challenges - something Edmund believes Arkestro has nailed with their clients, including giants like Koch Industries.
As we find ourselves in a world where personal interactions and travel are significantly reduced due to the pandemic, Edmund urges us to consider if we're fostering the same connections with our suppliers as before. He convincingly argues that now is the perfect time to harness the power of AI to rethink and invigorate supplier relationships.
If you've ever wondered whether digital transformation and AI are just hype or if they really have a transformative role in today's complex business environment, this episode is a must-listen. It's not just about technology, but about how we can use it to seize opportunities in a rapid
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