In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James welcomes Praveen Kalamegham, CTO of Workrise, to discuss the importance of industry-specific solutions in procurement technology, particularly in the oil and gas sector. The conversation dives into how tailored tools can better meet the unique needs of different industries and enhance procurement processes. Tune in to learn how to confidently choose and implement the right procurement tech to drive efficiency and innovation in...

In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads explores most the exciting opportunities in procurement technology, focusing on three emerging categories: spend analytics, e-sourcing, and AI-driven co-pilots, each offering unique solutions to procurement’s evolving challenges. Tune in to learn how these innovative tools are reshaping the future of procurement, helping organisations stay competitive in an ever-evolving market. Which categories of procuretech excite...

In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads interviews Dan Gianfreda, the new CEO of DeepStream, to explore how procurement teams can move from reactive to proactive tech adoption. Focusing on key procurement challenges and organisational maturity, Dan shares actionable insights to help procurement leaders make smarter, value-driven technology decisions aligned with their team's capabilities. Tune in to discover how to transform your procurement function! Crushing...

In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads dives into the essential, often overlooked aspects of digital procurement transformation that go beyond the software itself. He discusses 10 critical factors that organisations must address, such as people dynamics, internal politics, and deep-rooted organisational issues that technology alone can't resolve. Tune in for actionable insights on transforming procurement strategically 10 things Digital Procurement solutions...

In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads sits down with Paul Gurr, founder of Provalido, to dive into the nuances of building and managing a high-impact savings pipeline. From stakeholder alignment to identifying various different savings and value-driving categories, we drill down into key strategies and share insights to give your budgeting process a nudge in the right direction this Q4. Tune in to redefine your pipeline strategy! How to succeed with...

In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads tackles why procurement is often seen as a back-office function and offers insights on transforming it into a strategic powerhouse. Outdated perceptions, poor data quality, inadequate technology, and a lack of executive mandate keep procurement from reaching its full potential as a value-driving function. Tune in for actionable steps on elevating procurement to a strategic role! Is procurement still a back office...

In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads delves into the transformative impact of automation in procurement, focusing on how emerging technologies are reshaping the industry. Tune in to learn how these technologies, paired with critical human skills, can help you future-proof your career and enhance efficiency in your procurement processes. Automation's game-changing impact on procurement efficiency This week, James explores the transformative power of automation...

In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James welcomes Mark Gilham from Enable to discuss the complexities and opportunities surrounding rebates in procurement. They explore how effective tracking and reporting of rebates can lead to significant savings for organisations. Tune in to discover practical strategies that can help your organisation navigate the opportunities of effective rebate and post-signature contract management. Rebates, and their procurement savings...

In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads delves into the game-changing benefits of intake and process orchestration solutions for procurement teams. James highlights how these solutions improve supplier management, compliance, and overall efficiency while freeing procurement teams to focus on strategic decisions. Tune in for valuable insights to modernise and future-proof your procurement processes. Can Intake and Process Orchestration eat S2P suites?In this...

In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James welcomes Shaun Syvertsen, CEO of Convergent IS, to discuss how organisations can enhance their procurement processes by improving the user experience of SAP. They delve into the complexities of the system and share insights on how to leverage procurement technology to simplify the intake-to-procure process for companies who use SAP as their ERP. Tune in to discover practical strategies and tools that can help your organisation...

In this week's episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads dives into the power of our Tech Maps and how they can simplify your search for the right procurement technology. Whether you're part of a small business, mid-market company, or a large enterprise, Tech Maps from ProcurementSoftware.site offer a tailored approach to finding the technology that best fits your needs. Tune in to learn how to leverage this valuable tool and explore the resources available to support...

This episode of The Procurement Software Podcast delves into why big consultancies often partner with legacy source-to-pay suites. Host James Meads explains how their corporate mindset and focus on large organisations can limit their understanding of the broader digital procurement market. Also, how conflicts of interest can result in big consultancies shilling legacy software. Tune in to explore how to avoid falling for the trap of thinking the big consultancy is your friend when it comes...

This episode of The Procurement Software Podcast tackles the often-overlooked challenge of securing a budget for procurement technologies. Host James Meads provides actionable strategies to overcome this hurdle, emphasising the importance of starting small with pilot studies and opting for affordable, user-based software solutions. He also explores how procurement professionals can work smarter by reallocating existing budgets. Doing so can clearly demonstrate ROI to gain buy-in from...

This episode of The Procurement Software Podcast delves into the impact of technology and AI on category manager roles in procurement. Host James Meads explores how advancements in tech can potentially change the landscape of procurement and discusses specific areas like spend analytics that can benefit from AI applications. Tune in to learn more about the evolving role of category managers in the era of technological advancements. Will Tech and AI make Category Management irrelevant? In...

This week on The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads delves into some unique technology needs that direct procurement teams are often facing. James explores how specialised tech stacks, including advanced inventory management systems, supplier relationship tools, and risk mitigation software, can address the distinct challenges faced by direct procurement teams. Tune in to uncover how these cutting-edge technologies enhance efficiency, mitigate risks, and foster stronger supplier...

This week on The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads sits down with Jonathan O'Brien, Founder and CEO of Positive Purchasing. The conversation explores the transformative influence of technology on procurement training and learning. Jonathan, renowned for his podcast, The Procurement Show, as well as being a serial author of procurement textbooks, brings a polished, radio-inspired approach to the conversation. Join us for an insightful discussion on how technology is...

This week on The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads dives into the world of entrepreneurial procurement. Tune in to discover how this approach encourages innovation, efficiency, and greater value delivery, transforming the procurement function into a strategic driver within organisations. Entrepreneurial Procurement: Pragmatism over Rigid Process In this episode, we explore adopting an entrepreneurial mindset in procurement, focusing on prioritising results over rigid processes....

In this episode of the Procurement Software Podcast, we welcome back Andrew Daly, a partner at specialist recruitment firm Edbury Daley. Andrew previously joined us on Episode 11 back in May to discuss digital skills. Today, we delve into how procurement professionals can transition into careers in procurement technology. Many procurement pros feel burnt out. So, let's explore how you can leverage your skills in a less stressful, and probably more rewarding role within the procurement tech...

This week on The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads dives into the world of no-code procurement tools and generative AI. James explores how these technologies enable teams to build custom applications and streamline processes without coding expertise. Tune in to discover how no-code and AI technologies are transforming procurement, making simple and easy-to-use solutions accessible, especially to smaller and medium-sized organisations. No Code Procurement: Is Make vs. Buy back...

This week on The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads brings on guest Oliver Jones from Procure4, a UK-based procurement consultancy known for their focus on the mid-market and being solution agnostic. Oliver shares insights and tips for effective procurement tech implementation, offering a unique perspective on the process. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge on driving successful technology adoption in procurement. How to get ROI on digital procurement transformation In this...

On this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads dives into the world of procurement tech startups. With over 440 solutions in our software directory over at app.procurementsoftware.site, we aim to educate procurement leaders on the vast array of software options available to them. There's so much more out there than just the tired, legacy technology that seems to sponsor all of the conferences. Highlighting 25 innovative European-based procurement startups, the episode...

On this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads dives into the world of procurement tech startups. With over 440 solutions in our software directory over at app.procurementsoftware.site, we aim to educate procurement leaders on the vast array of software options available to them. There's so much more out there than just clunky, legacy technology. Highlighting 25 innovative US-based procurement startups, the episode provides valuable insights into emerging players who...

This week on The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads explores the challenges faced by organisations in adopting and utilising new software technologies. James discusses an interesting article from The Guardian titled "Your Office Software Is Not the Problem, You Are," highlighting tensions around software usability and adaptability within large organisations. Tune in as we explore these conflicting perspectives and provide insights on how both software providers and organisations...

This week on The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads chats to guest Andrew Daley, a partner at EdburyDaley, a specialist recruitment firm in the UK. Andrew sheds light on some of the differences between recruiting individuals for procurement tech companies, and how it differs from hiring for traditional procurement roles. Tune in to gain insights into how technology is shaping the procurement profession and discover the tools to stay ahead in the game. Are digital skills in...