Category Day.

9.00am           Welcome and introduction

9.00am            Leadership Vision for IT Procurement in a Cloudy World

The world is experiencing a very high level of disruption as a result of geopolitical and social changes, and the old patterns of operating are increasingly ineffective due to the lack of speed, agility and proactivity. In this rapidly changing business environment, sourcing, procurement and vendor management (SPVM) leaders have a unique opportunity to determine their transformation and define a new vision for technology acquisitions and vendor relationships.

Luke Ellery, VP Analyst, Gartner           

9.30am            EVERYTHING-as-a-Service, pitfall or utopia?

Buying everything-as-a-service is highly complex and so is the management of the new agreements. Overlaying the asymmetry between vendor and client we might get a perfect storm. So what are the common pitfalls that procurement needs to be aware of and where is the upside for the client?

Dr Stefan Gassner, MD, Grosvenor      

10.00am          A Customer Journey: Procurement strategy for SaaS

An overview of the big picture at Monash for deploying SaaS in pursuit of improved student experience and increasingly flexible IT platforms that can flex to future needs. This is a story of how the procurement team is an integral partner in the customer journey to digital services.

Anna Cakal, Director Strategic Operations, Monash University.          

10.30am          Morning Tea        

11.00am          Acronyms to Action: Buying XaaS with Confidence

Decode the “X” for wide range of as-a-Service offerings currently available in the market, we’ll cover services you already use and others you may be required to talngle with in the near future. Learn the definitions, advantages, and considerations for each service type; enabling you to confidently navigate the accelerating realm of XaaS procurement.

Nicholas Leask, Grosvenor           

11.30am          Driving sustainble outcomes from your ICT vendors

Automate due diligence on large volumes of suppliers across all categories of ESG with verified, credible data you can trust

 ESG due diligence on suppliers is of key importance to organizations. Customers, investors, and regulators are demanding greater transparency and accountability from companies regarding their social and environmental impact. Suppliers play a critical role in a company’s ESG performance, as they are often responsible for producing the goods and services that a company sells.

Smart technology, such as AI & Data Models, can help businesses conduct supplier due diligence more efficiently and effectively. Businesses can quickly analyze large volumes of data to make informed decisions about their suppliers, reduce supply chain risk, and enhance their ESG performance. 

Frances Aitkins, CEO, Givvable

12.00pm         Delivering value across the ICT procurement life cycle

Procurement plays a crucial role in delivering value throughout the ICT procurement lifecycle. Here’s how procurement contributes to value creation at various stages, this session will provide some tips and tricks in the following areas

Requirement Identification: By conducting thorough needs analysis, procurement ensures that the ICT solutions being procured align with the organisation’s strategic objectives and deliver tangible value.

Market Research and Supplier Selection:  By selecting the right suppliers, procurement ensures access to high-quality ICT products and services that meet the organization’s needs at competitive prices.

Contract Negotiation: Effective negotiations help secure cost savings, favorable contract terms, and risk mitigation measures, ultimately driving value for the organisation.

Cost Optimisation: achieve cost optimisation throughout the ICT procurement lifecycle.

Contract and Vendor Relationship Management:  Effective supplier relationship management leads to better service levels, access to emerging technologies, and knowledge sharing, resulting in enhanced value delivery throughout the ICT procurement lifecycle.

Peter MacFarlane

12.30pm         Q&A

1.00pm           End