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Mastering Complexity while Delivering Value
27/01/2026
10:00-16:15
Sergel Hub Stockholm
January 27th - Hybrid Event
Agenda
Theme
Resilient, Cost-Effective and Sustainable Amid Global Disruptions
10.00
Opening Remarks
The Strategic Evolution of Procurement
Explore how procurement has transformed from a cost-control function to a key driver of innovation and growth.
Insight into how CPOs are now playing a pivotal role in aligning procurement with sustainability and business objectives
How will evolving geopolitical relationships and the rise of new powers affect the shape of supply chains?
Addressing the macroeconomic challenges that will shape procurement strategies over the next 24 months.
10.25
The Future of Supplier Relationships
How to foster strong, collaborative partnerships with suppliers in an increasingly competitive and regulated environment
Leveraging technology to enhance transparency and trust within supplier networks
How do you build transparent, socially responsible and circular supply chains with a clear route to net zero.
10.45
Procurement Under Pressure: Leading Through Volatility and Global Trade Shocks
Redesign sourcing strategies and supplier ecosystems to reduce dependency on risk-prone regions and navigate shifting tariffs with agility
Use advanced analytics and scenario planning to proactively manage geopolitical risks, supply disruptions, and the rolling news cycle
Gain full network visibility—from Tier 1 to N-tier suppliers—to identify vulnerabilities and build a more resilient global supply base
11:05
Agentic AI for procurement - boosting efficiency & value
Understanding the Opportunity: Why AI and how it will drive strategic value in a fast-paced and disruptive business landscape?
Understanding the Opportunity: Why AI and how it will drive strategic value in a fast-paced and disruptive business landscape?
Prepare for an autonomous future. But to what degree can you leave procurement / supply chain on autopilot
AI governance. Who is accountable? The matter of privacy - can a machine answer ethical questions?
11:25
Fireside chat: ESG, CSRD, CS3D and the Regulatory Landscape
Understanding the new and upcoming ESG regulations and how they impact procurement
Practical steps to ensure compliance and drive sustainability across the supply chain
How to measure and track sustainability performance in supplier networks
11.45-12.45
Lunch
Theme
Harnessing the Power of AI & Digital Innovation in Procurement
12.45
How will AI reshape Procurement as a function?
How is AI practically implemented in an organization and its processes
What will AI do and where will it provide the most value?
How will it affect procurement as a function and the work as a purchaser?
13.05
Resilient & Change Adaptive Organisations
The transformative journey of a Sourcing & Supply Chain organisation
Four years of individual and cultural change in teams, leadership, support and processes.
What measurable impact and success factors have been achieved?
13.25
Unlocking the Power of AI in Procurement
Practical applications of AI in procurement: from spend analysis to predictive supplier management
How CPOs can leverage AI to drive operational efficiencies and enhance decision-making
Discussing the next wave of digitalization and what it means for procurement teams
13.45
Building a Digital-First Procurement Organization
Discussing the role of digitalization in transforming procurement processes and unlocking value
Exploring the digital tools that enhance supplier collaboration, risk management, and cost optimization
Exploring how AI-driven automation can streamline procurement workflows, reduce manual tasks, and improve contract and spend management
14.05-14.35
Networking Break
Theme
Cost Containment, Risk Management and Supply Chain Instability
14.35
Reinventing Supply Chains for Resilience and Risk Readiness
Reshape supplier strategies to manage regionalisation, trade shifts, and tariff volatility with long-term stability in focus
Leverage predictive analytics and risk profiling to forecast disruptions and boost multi-tier supply chain visibility
Strengthen supplier frameworks for greater transparency, responsiveness, and competitive resilience
14.55
Inflation and Cost Containment Strategies for CPOs
How procurement leaders can navigate inflation and rising costs while maintaining supplier relationships
Strategies for achieving cost savings without compromising on quality or sustainability
Real-world insights into managing procurement budgets in challenging economic environments
15.15
Procurement’s Role in Driving Corporate Sustainability
The CPO’s evolving responsibility in contributing to corporate sustainability goals
How procurement can lead in implementing sustainable practices across the entire supply chain
Real-life examples of procurement-driven sustainability initiatives and their impact
15.35
Resilient by Design: Building Smarter, Greener, and Safer Supply Chains
Leverage AI-driven routing, carbon tracking, and digital twins to cut emissions while increasing cost-efficiency and logistics performance
Use predictive analytics and risk profiling to proactively forecast, prevent, and mitigate supply disruptions in volatile environments
Ensure compliance and accountability across the supply base with transparent carbon-cutting initiatives aligned to EU CS3D and beyond
15.55
Closing Remarks: The Road Ahead for CPOs – What’s Next?
Summarizing the key challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for procurement leaders
Discussing the leadership qualities and skills CPOs need to thrive in a rapidly evolving procurement landscape
Identifying the future skills and technologies that will redefine procurement and supply chain management in the next decade
16.15
End of Day
17.00
Afterwork - Sergel Hub
