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AI for cpos

25 September 2025

AI is everywhere. Amidst claims of major productivity and cost-saving boosts, CPOs are eager to capitalise on the transformative technology. But where should you start?

AI is everywhere. Amidst claims of major productivity and cost-saving boosts, CPOs are eager to capitalise on the transformative technology. But where should you start?

Why AI could be a boon for sustainability in procurement

25 September 2025

It’s no secret that generative AI doesn’t have the best environmental credentials. But does it power to cut emissions outweigh the emissions it generates in the process?

It’s no secret that generative AI doesn’t have the best environmental credentials. But does it power to cut emissions outweigh the emissions it generates in the process?

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The ultimate guide to agentic AI

04 September 2025

What's the difference between agentic AI and generative AI? How is it changing the role of procurement? Find out how can you prepare yourself for an automated future.

What's the difference between agentic AI and generative AI? How is it changing the role of procurement? Find out how can you prepare yourself for an automated future.

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MTN on building a “Google-like” neural engine for strategic procurement

04 September 2025

Facing a common procurement challenge – fragmented systems that didn't communicate with each other – the MTN Group Sourcing and Supply Chain team chose an ambitious path: create something entirely new.

Facing a common procurement challenge – fragmented systems that didn't communicate with each other – the MTN Group Sourcing and Supply Chain team chose an ambitious path: create something entirely new.

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How to handle the risky business of celebrity partnerships

01 September 2025

Teaming up with a star can catapult a brand to a whole new level of success, or prove costly when they go wrong. Experts reveal how to keep such contracts lucrative and everyone happy.

Teaming up with a star can catapult a brand to a whole new level of success, or prove costly when they go wrong. Experts reveal how to keep such contracts lucrative and everyone happy.

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Winners unveiled: CIPS MENA Excellence in Procurement Awards 2024

01 September 2025

SABIC, Sulaiman Abdulla of the Federal Tax Authority and Marsel Khanane of Tashas Group are among the top winners at this year's CIPS MENA Excellence in Procurement Awards.

SABIC, Sulaiman Abdulla of the Federal Tax Authority and Marsel Khanane of Tashas Group are among the top winners at this year's CIPS MENA Excellence in Procurement Awards.