The Procurement Software Podcast
S5 Ep 29: Is Procurement still seen as a back office function?
Procurement shouldn't be seen as a back office function, but we sometimes get stuck. How can tech help? And where do people and mindset play a role?
S5 Ep 28: How much automation should we expect in procurement?
Procurement automation is on the rise, especially in P2P and sourcing. With smart tools, professionals can shift focus to higher-value tasks.
S5 Ep 27: Why rebates offer untapped potential - Mark Gilham from Enable
Rebates are a rich source of procurement savings, but contentious with Finance. They shouldn’t be, with the right post-signature contract management.
S5 Ep 26: Can Intake & Process Orchestration replace Source-to-Pay suites?
Are traditional Source-to-Pay suites in danger of becoming extinct with the new breed of Intake & Process Orchestration tools? It depends...
S5 Ep 25: How to make SAP more intuitive - Shaun Syvertsen from ConvergentIS
SAP for procurement is a challenge, especially with stakeholders and intake. How to integrate a user-friendly front end with SAP's powerful interface.
S5 Ep 24: Our Procurement Tech Maps: SME, Mid-Market, and now Enterprise
Looking for all the tech companies serving the SME, Mid-Market or Enterprise on one graphic for each? Listen to how we put them together.
S5 Ep 23: Why do big consultancies partner with legacy S2P suites?
It's no coincidence that big, bloated consultancies partner with big, bloated legacy S2P suites. Deploying complex software works to their own interests.
S5 Ep 22: Do CPOs lack the backbone to drive digital transformation?
The subservient CPO of yesteryear doesn't cut it. Driving digital transformation requires a bold, visionary leader at the nucleus of an organisation.
S5 Ep 21: Will Tech and AI make Category Manager roles irrelevant?
How relevant will the Category Management-centric approach be in a future where tech and generative AI can do much of the heavy lifting?
S5 Ep 20: Does Direct Spend need its own Tech Stack?
Procuretech is heavily weighted towards solutions for indirects. Direct spend increasingly requires a different approach and specialist tech.
S5 Ep 19: How will Tech Impact L&D? - Jonathan O'Brien from Positive Purchasing
We explore how technology is shaping the L&D landscape, and how my guest Jonathan O'Brien sees it as more of an evolution rather than a revolution.
S5 Ep 18: Entrepreneurial Procurement: Why we need a business owner mindset
Think of procurement, and long processes and approval steps spring to mind. Entrepreneurial procurement is a mindset shift towards pragmatism over process
S5 Ep 17: How to Transition to a Role in Procuretech – Andrew Daley from EdburyDaley
Front line procurement jobs can be unrelenting, and sometimes lead to burn-out. Are you contemplating a transition into procuretech? This one's for you.
S5 Ep 16: No Code Procurement – Does it make sense to make vs. buy?
Generic No Code tools like Airtable, Glide, ClickUp and Softr have some handy use cases for Procurement, and they also remove any budget issues.
S5 Ep 15: How to get ROI on Digital Transformation – Oliver Jones from Procure4
Generic No Code tools like Airtable, Glide, ClickUp and Softr have some handy use cases for Procurement, and they also remove any budget issues.
S5 Ep 14: The 25 Hottest European Procurement Tech Startups
Who's out there shaking things up in the procurement tech market? We take a closer look at 25 of the hottest European procurement startups and scaleups.
S5 Ep 13: The 25 Hottest American Procurement Tech Startups
Who's out there shaking things up in the procurement tech market? We take a closer look at 25 of the hottest American procurement startups and scaleups.
S5 Ep 12: Is your procurement software the problem, or is it your organisation?
A critique of a recent Guardian article. Is enterprise software the problem? Or is down to implement and configuration, as well as the end user's mindset.
S5 Ep 11: Are “digital skills” valued by CPOs? – Andrew Daley from EdburyDaley
We hear all the time that technology is the future of procurement. Many CPOs seem to be behind the curve though. Here's a recruiter's perspective.
S5 Ep 10: How much does procurement tech actually cost?
Procuretech doesn't have to be expensive. Yes, the big, enterprise suites are pricey. But there's so much more out there without a six-figure price tag.
S5 Ep 9: Which tech would I buy first in a greenfield CPO role?
Not all procuretech is equal. Understanding the specific problem you want to solve is key, to ensure you purchase the right apps for your challenges.
S5 Ep 8: AI Use Cases and Opportunities in S2P - Ward Karson from Raindrop
How has the arrival of Generative AI changed the game for S2P? And how can it enhance processes that existing RPA automation or OCR tech struggles with?
S5 Ep 7: Why reviews and “best of” lists aren't very helpful
Best of lists, review sites, as well as our very own Tech Maps are of limited use. Relying on them solely for your research is bad, and we explain why.
S5 Ep 6: What roles would I have in my dream procurement team?
Making procurement fit for 2030 may require ditching some category manager roles, and replacing them with roles to support and elevate a Cat Man's impact
S5 Ep 5: Invoice automation: back to basics – Kevin Kazenmayer from TradeCentric
We're so focused on the sexy stuff in procuretech that we often forget the basics. Successful invoice automation can save a lot of unnecessary waste.
S5 Ep 4: Will AI-powered procurement tools make our roles irrelevant?
AI is often misunderstood. In this episode, we explore how most folks shouldn't be worried, and instead, should see it as an opportunity.
S5 Ep 3: SAP Ariba and Coupa marketplaces: last ditch attempt or game changer?
Apple and Google have been very successful with their app stores. Will SAP Ariba and Coupa become the overlords the same way in the procuretech space?
S5 Ep 2: Intake to Procure to Pay – Rujul Zaparde from ZIP
As market leader in the intake software space, ZIP is now focused on intake-to-pay. Is it a credible alternative to traditional S2P suites?
S5 Ep 1: The business case: how to get a budget for procurement tech
One of the biggest challenges to buy procurement tech is actually getting the budget. We look at how to justify the investment and ROI.