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Rob DeSantis
CEO and co-founder of Arkestro with a long career in procurement and supply chain technology; co-founder of Ariba and an early LinkedIn executive, speaking on AI-driven procurement transformation.
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Oct 10, 2025
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Enabling Strategic Procurement with AI, From Frustration to Foresight - with Rob DeSantis of Arkestro
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Rob DeSantis, CEO and co-founder of Arkestro with a rich background in procurement technology, shares insights on AI's transformative power in procurement. He discusses the disconnect between finance and procurement goals, emphasizing the need for collaboration to adopt AI effectively. Rob reveals how AI simplifies complex data, yielding 20-30% savings, and fosters transparency, improving supplier relationships. He also highlights the importance of C-level leadership in overcoming risk-averse cultures to scale AI adoption successfully.
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